Georgetown officials seek upgrade to improve conditions of Town Hall

The Georgetown town hall was built in 1918. Officials say years of wear and tear have left the building in a terrible condition. Georgetown town manager Gene Dvornick says there’s no time like the present to renovate the building.

“If they don’t do this now the cost will certainly be greater and I don’t think the need will be any less,” Dvornick said.

Officials say between the rise of the economy and lower interest rates town officials believe now is the time to make improvements before conditions get worse.

Town manager, Gene Dvornick took 47ABC on a tour of the Town Hall, showing us warped walls and floor damage on all levels.

“We’ve had some issues with mold we’ve got some structural items with the town with the building.”

Officials say the building shows more damage every time it rains.

The proposed plan introduced on Wednesday is to move administrative offices next door.

Dvornick says the space would then be outfitted with state of the art technology and used for weekly meetings.

47ABC talked to employees of the building who have worked there for decades who tells us they hope this transition to create a safer work environment goes through.

Georgetown Mayor William West believes a new building will also help the town stand out on the eastern shore.

“By redoing these buildings were sending a message,” says Mayor West, “We’re open for business and we’re proud of the things we do for the people of Georgetown.”

Now city officials plan to use a USDA grant to fund this project. Officials plan to have three information sessions and a vote on October 12th from 12-7pm.

For more information on this referendum go to http://http://www.georgetowndel.com/Referendum-Information/