South Congregational Church
Community House Improvement Project
The South Congregational Community House provides space where people from our church and the greater community can participate in offerings and gatherings. The Community House Improvement Project, with a goal of $330,000, will fund critical upgrades that enhance its functionality, accessibility, and sustainability.
Cost Overview
This project seeks to not only update the visual appeal of the Community House, but make it a safer, more efficient community center. Notable changes include a welcoming front landing & ADA compliant ramp, increased curb appeal, improved air quality & electrical systems, updated kitchen equipment, improved kitchen plumbing, ventilation, and lighting, among many other updates necessary for the safety and upkeep of our building.
Exterior Safety & Appearance
$61,700
Kitchen
$110,800
HVAC & Electrical
$100,000
Contingency
$57,500
Total Cost
$330,000
Current & Future States
Current State
Exterior Safety & Apperance
Future State
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Welcoming front entrance landing with ADA compliant ramp.
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Stairs from back door to provide additional access and egress.
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Underground French drain in front yard to prevent future water intrusion.
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Removal of unnecessary paved walkways.
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Contemporary landscaping to enhance curb appeal.
Cost Breakdown
Design | $1,500
Front demo; build ADA ramp & steps | $18,000
Side/rear demo; construction of back steps | $19,700
Front French drain; remove walkways|$20,000
Landscaping | $2,500
Total | $61,700
Kitchen
Future State
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New flooring, lighting, and ventilation
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Pantry to provide more efficient storage
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New stainless steel shelving & worktables
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Dishwasher, hand sink, & 3-bay sink
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2-section refrigerator & 1-section freezer
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6-burner range with griddle
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All improvements will meet industry/commercial standards.
Cost Breakdown
Design | $3,000
Demo, sheetrock, window, door | $26,700
Equipment | $30,500
Flooring | $10,300
Electrical | $7,500
Lighting | $1,500
Plumbing | $4,000
Ventilation/relocating heat register | $3,500
Moving propane line | $500
Installation | $12,500
Total | $100,000
Current State
Current State
HVAC and Electrical
Future State
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Energy-efficient mechanical systems.
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Improved air quality, comfort.
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Electrical system to address current state, meet future needs.
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Shelter during extended power outages.
Cost Breakdown
Mini-split:1st floor, basement | $70,000
On-demand domestic water heater | $6,500
Energy-recovery ventilation | $10,000
Service and breaker panel | $13,000
Generator | $11,300
Total | $110,800
Help us reach our goal!
We are so lucky to be able to call the Community House our own. It is an asset to our church, our congregation, and our community. We want to ensure that it remains this way for many years to come! This project seeks to not only update the visual appeal of the Community House, but make it a safer, more efficient community center.
Donate
To donate to the Community House Improvement Project, this link!
If you would like to speak about your donation, please reach out to Bruce Andrews | r-b-Andrews@att.net
Thank you for your part in supporting the mission and ministry of South Congregational Church though the stewarship of the Community House. May your generosity be met with many blessings.