Clinton library roof to receive repairs – Clinton News Record

Concerns over the aging Clinton library have prompted Central Huron council approve a repair to the building's roof. Daniel Caudlejpg, CN

Concerns over the aging Clinton library have prompted Central Huron council approve a repair to the buildings roof.

Council on Jan. 13 agreed to replace the roof, while asking engineering firm R.J. Burnside to begin the tendering process.

Evidence of worsening leaks in the roof of the library one of the towns designated heritage properties has led councillors to agree the roof is well past its service life.

Librarian Michelle Carter said there are a small series of leaks that have appeared in the roof. They have caused minimal damage inside the second-storey childrens play zone area, she said.

Based on a report from Burnside engineer Peter Mensinga, the roof replacement and engineering fees would cost $262, 846.

The work includes new sheathing, fascia, soffit repairs, front tower window repairs, comparable roof material and additional insulation.

Carter said she is pleased to see the repairs approved before any serious damage was incurred.

Aside from exterior shingle damage, minor leaks have caused the discolouration of the roof, walls and carpet.

The repairs come one year after the installation of a rear-door wheelchair access ramp, the cost of which was roughly $100,000.

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