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Residents and officials weigh repairing historic building vs. selling or moving it
Summary
Meeting participants debated repairing a structurally heavy historic building versus selling or relocating it so park space could expand; residents noted utility access and estimated repair costs around $10,000 but said funding is uncertain.
Committee member 1 proposed the town consider selling the building “for a reasonable price” so a buyer could move and renovate it on private property, preserving it rather than razing it. Resident 5 warned that the town lacks money for large renovations and suggested that moving the structure could be a "win‑win" if someone takes on restoration: "If that building was removed, that would open up a lot of possibilities for the park," Resident 5 said.
Staff member 2 and others said the community center crew has made progress on repairs (noting window work) while the playground still needs attention; speakers debated whether to invest now or seek an external buyer to relocate the structure. No formal decision was made; participants agreed to continue the conversation and explore options and costs.
