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Architect recommends removing courthouse cupola for ground‑level restoration; court to get contractor estimates
Summary
Cahill Jacobs presented a phased plan to stabilize and repair Boyle County's historic courthouse cupola, proposing either on‑site scaffolding or crane removal of the cupola top, truss replacement, roof repairs and possible temporary relocation of the bell. The firm recommended contractor cost estimates and a phased timeline with preparatory work in May and construction after July 4.
Architects from the firm Cahill Jacobs presented a condition assessment and phased scope of work for the courthouse cupola and attached roof on April 14.
The presenting architect (identified in the record as Sabrina Oakes of Cahill Jacobs) said the "main goal is safety and stabilization of the cupola," and described structural issues that include a twisting top section, failing trusses in the building's oldest (1860s) portion, water infiltration and spalling brick. She described two contractor approaches: shore the cupola in place with…
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