Agenda - Economic Development Authority - 08/08/2024

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Sustaining Our Legacy BUILDING ASSESSMENT & RECOMMENDATIONS BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS A variety of both structural and cosmetic work must be completed to render the Old Ramsey Town Hall building stable and suitable for occupation. Here we outline the necessary steps for improving the century -old structure to meet modern building code requirements and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. All work must align with the guidelines set by the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation. PHASE I: Climatization First and foremost, the Old Town Hall needs to be stabilized to prevent further damage to the structure. The repairs outlined here are in need of immediate attention to prevent further water infiltration, insect or rodent infestation, and deterioration of historic material. Q Seal Envelope Repair brick around basement ventilation stack and replace brick in -kind. Install proper ventilation stack in preparation for installation of heating and cooling equipment. ESTIMATED COST $600 Q Replace Roof & Repair Eaves Replacing the roof will prevent any future water infiltration. The roof should be replaced with wood shingles or shakes. More research could determine the historical profile typical of the time of construction. More insulation could be added to improve energy efficiency at the same time. ESTIMATED COSTPA$20,000 Q Replace Entry Door & Stairs The existing entry door is water -damaged. and the door surround does not properly join the brick veneer, leaving room for vermin infestation and water infiltration. The door should be replaced with double swinging doors with a gh.. Il .., ... above, which is the appropriate historical replacement. ESTIMATED COST $3,700 (doors &transom), $2400 )stoics) TOTAL COST: $26,700 workon the "7H wT! follow The Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Rehabilitation, which pertain to all historic properties listed on or eligible for listing on the NRHP. The Standards are to be "applied to specific rehabilitation projects in a reasonable manner, taking into consideration economic and technical feasibility." PHASE II: Pre -Occupancy Upgrade We recommend that the interior remain as one large space, adhering to the historical spatial experience of the building. If partitions within the space must be installed, any alterations or additions should be reversible and installed in -kind. Q Repair & Restore Windows The windows were replaced during an earlier grant project but could benefit from new paint and caulk where brick meets wood. A rear window needs to be replaced. ESTIMATED COST $4501recnulkng), $900 (mndow) Q Repoint Chimney The mortar on the chimney is deteriorated and needs to be repointed. This will prevent any brick movement and possible spoiling. ESTIMATED COST $1000 Q Install ADA Ramp, Sidewalk Increasing access to the building for future tenants is a top priority. The ramp addition will be removable. ESTIMATED COST $4400 )ramp), $450 (45' sidewalk) Q Install doors, plumbing, HVAC Previous grants were used to purchase doors and a furnace. Neither was installed completely. New plumbing fixtures need to be purchased and installed. ESTIMATED COST $300 (doors), $600 )plumbing), $1,700 (HVAC) Restore Wood Floor, Install Tile The original hardwood floor needs an extensive restoration. Historically compatible tile should be installed in the restroom. ESTIMATED COST $3,300 (hardwood), $1,200 (15e) Q Finish Interior New wainscoting (historically appropriate) needs to be installed and the new sheelTock needs to be painted. ESTIMATED COST $3,940 TOTAL COST: $18,240 TOTAL PROJECT COST: $44,940 The renovation and restoration tasks are formidable, but not insurmountable. The result of these rehabilitation efforts would be a valuable community asset, one that reinforces a connection to Ramsey's rural roots as embodied in one of the earliest brick buildings in the area. Does Ramsey have the will to do right by the Old Town Hall? 89 PA521 I: Land Use Planning / Instructor: Fe rna do Burga PhD. Mary Cutrufello, Katriona Molasky, Amy Van Gessel RAMSES.