# Jabez Smith House Committee - 10/26/26


**Body:** Groton Municipal Television
**Date:** October 25, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Physical Infrastructure


The Jabez Smith House Committee meeting was held October 26, 2026. The committee approved the August 24 minutes as written. The treasurer reported $2,485.39 in the house’s donation account and said the town currently has no dedicated budget line for the property; the town manager will follow up about the budget process. The manager will ask Public Works to inspect the chimney and advise whether town staff can address it or whether further action is needed. No contract awards, bids, or specific spending approvals were reported.

The committee reviewed an architectural assessment identifying potential building and accessibility work, including issues with the restroom, entrance ramp or walkway, and chimney. Members plan to develop recommendations and consider options at a future meeting; no project scope or funding was approved. The committee also discussed working with the library to organize and potentially digitize historical materials, improving public access through tours and volunteer docents, and possible future events. A motion to approve the 2027 meeting calendar was made, but the transcript does not clearly establish the vote outcome.

**Source:** Groton Municipal Television