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The past year, 2007, has been one with a lot of challenges
for us. We have performed quite a lot of routine repairs inside and
outside the building. Hopefully, this has saved considerable expenses by
heading off some major repairs. We ended the year with a balanced budget
and are anticipating the same for this coming year.
Our projects in 2007 included the following:
Front Pillars
& Entrance – This was
necessary because of the deteriorating condition of the pillars. The
flagstone and steps were all replaced at the same time, also because of
deterioration. The entrance was also brought up to handicapped accessible
requirements. We are still waiting on the railing to be installed.
South Entrance
Ramp – The concrete at this
entrance had also deteriorated. It was brought up to handicapped
accessible requirements.
The Garden
Club – This group has kept
pace with most of the new areas outside. The plantings look super!
Parking Lot
Lights – We replaced the
older lights with modern fixtures.
Large
Extension Ladder – This was
purchased in order to reach the lights in the Sanctuary for cleaning and
replacing light bulbs. The cost was considerably less than purchasing a
hoist that was discussed.
Building
Addition – Our new choir
room and large storage room (used mostly for rummage) were completed.
Other storage areas are being adjusted for the needs of the church.
Exterior
Painting – Painting of the
doors, windows, signs, etc. were begun in late fall and will be completed
this spring.
Removal of Old
Shrubs & Dead Trees – Some
of this was necessary because of work done in front of the church; the
rest was done because of the condition of the old plants.
There are many areas of the church that continue to need
attention. The sign on Millsboro Road is currently being repaired, and the
Sanctuary communion table is currently being repaired and refinished.
A few of the projects we would like to consider in 2008
include new windows and a restroom in the Large Motor Room.
Many thanks to the members of the team: Sally Caskey, Dave
Crawford, John Gadfield, Larry Pabst, Craig Papst, Carroll Pritchard, Dick
Shasky, John Sheadel, Bob Soulen, Dick Stander, Dennis Walls, Keith
Wright, and staff members Kim Stover and Dennis Allison.
GOALS FOR 2008:
1. Garage and outside storage building.
2. Replacing counter top and sink in Parlor kitchenette.
3. Painting and updating Westminster Room.
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