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Selectmen debate ICC roof and long-term oversight as ICC seeks stability
Summary
At multiple meetings the board reviewed ICC facility needs, discussed a roof repair and possible referendum, and heard that ICC leadership is pursuing fundraising and a development director; selectmen signaled preference to include roofing and large capital repairs in an upcoming warrant or referendum with clearer cost estimates.
The Isle au Haut Civic Center/ICC presented updates on facility repairs and funding needs during selectmen meetings in early 2019. ICC representatives described recent work (flooring, electrical panel replacement, wireless fire alarms) and ongoing priorities, including mold remediation and roofing.
Selectmen discussed procurement and financing options for a new roof. TM Billings reported she was gathering price estimates and noted timing constraints for running a referendum question at the polls; the board indicated it would consider a warrant article if a referendum was not feasible in the current nomination/ petition timing.
The ICC board said it is working to hire a development director to support fundraising. Selectmen asked for clear, prioritized cost estimates and recommended the ICC provide a timeline and firm quotes before the town commits capital funds or transfers building oversight.
Why it matters: the ICC is a municipal asset used for community programming. Roof failure or deferred maintenance could require larger future expenditures; the mechanism for public approval (referendum vs. warrant at town meeting) will shape how quickly repairs can proceed.
Outcome: the selectmen asked TM to compile roofing options, firm estimates and funding pathways (reserve use, warrant article or referendum). ICC and selectmen agreed to follow-up meetings to clarify responsibilities and timing.
