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Commission approves $75,000 to repair leaking roof at town complex
Summary
Commissioners approved up to $75,000 from reserves to rescrew and repair the metal roof and replace damaged drywall at the town complex after staff reported leaks that have affected the fire alarm panel and ceiling devices.
The commission approved up to $75,000 to repair the town complex roof after Town Manager Marie Smith and Public Works Director Tom Davis described active leaks that have damaged ceilings and threatened the fire alarm control panel.
Smith presented photos showing water infiltration and described how repeated leaks had led to drywall removal in parts of the building; Public Works recommended rescrewing the existing metal roof, repairing damaged wood and replacing drywall rather than a full replacement. Director Tom Davis said contractors judged the metal sheeting still serviceable if properly fastened and localized wood replaced.
Chief Gavin Brown testified that using fire apparatus pumps for widespread street flooding risks damaging fire equipment and that the department’s pumps are not designed for debris‑laden stormwater; the commission approved the roof repair motion 4–0 with funding from reserves.
The repair is described as maintenance to prevent a larger failure and potential additional expense to repair fire‑alarm equipment if leaks continue.
