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RAMSEY TOWN HALL, Ramsey, Minnesota <br />Recommendations <br />Any repointing done going forward must be <br />done in a manner so as not to not grind into <br />the bricks while removing the mortar. The <br />mortar and brick used for any replacements <br />must be of quality strength and grades as the <br />original.3 <br />If possible, use Chaska brick when replacing <br />damaged bricks. Bricks could potentially be <br />found at a salvage site, new Chaska bricks <br />could be special ordered and produced, or <br />bricks from the basement that are no longer <br />visible could be used. If Chaska bricks are not <br />available, find a brick of a similar strength, <br />size, porosity, and color. A chimney cap <br />matching the brick should be added. <br />Carvings in the brick are not currently a <br />problem. Some would argue that leaving <br />them provides a specific aesthetic that is <br />worth keeping. However, spalling and holes <br />should be repaired. The large penetration in <br />the brick around the pipe should be repaired, <br />and sealant should be applied. <br />The ties holding the brick veneer against the <br />wood structure underneath should be <br />reinforced. This project is priority. <br />The mortar that is covering the brick should <br />be removed if possible. This process must be <br />done by hand without damaging the brick. <br />Replace the bricks as needed. <br />Exterior Windows <br />There are eleven windows on this building. <br />There are three double hung wood windows <br />on the side elevations with a two -over -two <br />dividing lite orientation, four wood windows <br />on the rear elevation with a single vertical <br />division, and one circular window on the front <br />elevation. The windows have a wood frame <br />and a vinyl side jamb. <br />The painting around the frame is patchy, and <br />there is caulk missing around the window <br />frames. <br />Figure 24 — Rear Window <br />Figure 25 — Side Elevation Window <br />Figure 26 — Circular Fi <br />Figure 27 — Paint Chipping on Window Frame <br />3 Robert C. Mack, and John P. Speweik. "Preservation Briefs 2: Repointing MortarJoints in Historic Masonry Buildings," (Technical Preservation Services, NPS, 1998), <br />https://www. nps.gov/tps/how-to-preserve/briefs/2-repoi nt-mortar-joints.htm. <br />Ramsey Town Hall 8 <br />