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Spirit of Litchfield asks commission for storage help as group grows
Summary
Janice Paris told the Recreation Commission the volunteer group Spirit of Litchfield has outgrown available storage and presented two lifetime-brand shed options and cost estimates; commissioners raised safety and durability concerns and asked staff to explore cleaning the upstairs room and other alternatives.
Janice Paris, representing Spirit of Litchfield, told the commission the group is running out of secure, accessible storage for seasonal decorations and event equipment and asked for guidance on possible solutions.
"What I'm here for is Spirit of Litchfield. We've been having an issue ... we're running out of room to store things," Paris said, and described long wooden beams for Christmas arches and large tents that are difficult to move. She presented two plastic 'Lifetime' shed options, noting one model offers a lockable steel-reinforced door and cited foundation-kit price figures "like $32.30 and $38.30" as rough estimates she obtained while researching. Commissioners questioned the strength of plastic sheds for heavy use and suggested alternatives including clearing and using the upstairs room at Town Hall, storing bulky beams at the old fire station, or placing items in the refurbished softball shed. The commission agreed to coordinate a Town Hall cleanup and to follow up with user leagues before deciding whether an external shed or reorganization is appropriate.
Paris noted she is not a construction professional and sought input on foundations (gravel versus a concrete pad) and installation requirements; commissioners emphasized safety and durability for equipment stored near youth play areas.
