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Committee weighs full repair vs. bracket fixes after vendor estimate
Summary
Members discussed repairing and securing memorial panels, reviewed a rough vendor estimate (~$22,500) from a granite company, and asked staff to get a firm scope and referrals to specialized contractors before deciding whether to fund a full restoration or a bracketed repair.
Committee members debated whether to remove and reinstall panels for a full repair or to pursue a bracket-secured solution that would be simpler and less costly. Jonah summarized previous vendor feedback and a preliminary estimate: "a very rough estimate would be $22,500," which the committee treated as an initial number requiring confirmation from a contractor with equipment rated for heavy-panel work.
Members noted specialized contractors may come from the Portland/Vancouver area and asked Jonah to reengage Astoria Granite Works and other vendors for a narrowed scope and a firm estimate. Chair Caroline Webin suggested exploring city room-tax funding or other grants as possible sources if the cost makes the project suitable for fundraising; staff were directed to seek referrals and a refined quote before the committee commits to a funding approach.
