Appearance Commission recommends darker exterior paint for Public Works building

The Town of Selma Appearance Commission on Dec. 16 voted to recommend the darker of two staff‑presented paint options for the exterior of the new Public Works building and will forward the recommendation to the town council.

Staff presented two example palettes previously shown by interim town manager Philip and a staff member named Daniel. Commissioners discussed the examples and several said they preferred the darker, more neutral brown‑tone option because it will show dirt less and blend with surrounding properties. One commissioner noted the building trim appeared to match “Selma blue” and suggested confirming trim color as an additional recommendation to council.

Miss Lacey made the motion to send the commission’s recommendation to town council for option one (the darker color); Miss Smith seconded and commissioners voted in favor. The commission did not finalize a sign plan for the building; staff said sign details would be addressed separately.

The recommendation is advisory and will be considered by the town council as part of the project’s design and procurement steps.