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Council approves $25,000 from reserves to repair roofs on town-owned Maker Smiths buildings
Summary
After staff and tenant representatives described active leaks and masonry deterioration in two town-owned buildings leased to Maker Smiths, the council approved a $25,000 transfer from reserves to cover urgent roof repairs to protect town assets and prevent further structural damage.
Staff brought a proposed budget amendment to allocate $25,000 from general-fund reserves for urgent roof repairs at two town-owned buildings leased to Maker Smiths on South 20th Street.
A Maker Smiths representative described active leaks, rusted doors and masonry damage that has progressed over years. Staff said the lower building's roof appeared original and that ongoing leaks were affecting masonry grout and could render areas uninhabitable if left unaddressed. Council members debated whether the lease obligated the tenant to perform capital repairs, with some members citing lease language that assigns interior maintenance to the tenant and others noting the town retains responsibilities as landlord and has an interest in preserving the asset.
After deliberation, the council approved a motion to appropriate $25,000 from reserves to the general fund for FY2026 to proceed with repairs. The motion passed on a recorded vote split 4–3.
