Committee debates $34K vs. $61K roof‑coating options, urges warranty before spending

Committee members spent significant time reviewing a facility remediation and roofing proposal, including mold remediation scopes and two distinct roof‑coating quotes. Chair Steph Trung and others noted the town’s facility has recurring leaks and mold and that remediation without fixing the roof would be only partially effective. One committee member summarized the contractor proposals and past work: “We know the mold's there... until they fix the leaks, not a whole heck of a lot” (S2).

Members flagged a big difference between the coatings: “For the 100% silicone, the quote is 61,000 now. The other material is just 34,000,” Chair Steph Trung said (S1). Several members said they were not comfortable approving a purchase order without at least a one‑year warranty. The committee agreed to recommend reserving funds in the CRF and asked staff to return with warranty information and updated quotes so the Select Board can make a procurement decision.