2006 Annual Report

‘To equip the saints for the work of ministry, for building up the body of Christ’ – Ephesians 4:12

Committee Members: Beth Bowlby, John Casale (Jan – Sept), Dave Costain, Lester Erich, Ray Ferreira, Betsy Kamienowski, Rev. Louis Kilgore, Tom Rodgers, Carol Wilson

Wow! What a year. In December, the work and planning of these past three years finally began fruition in ways all who visit this place can see. The work of the committee this year centered around four primary tasks:

» Coordination Planning with Staff, Deacons, Elders, Members and Facility Users
Much work went into planning and communications with the church community. Additional signage was purchased to help identify all the new parking options available, along with additional lighting for safety and security along the new pathways and driveway. Presbyterian and weekly bulletin updates were published, and two Open Forums to share plans, ideas and concerns were conducted. Thanks to Martha Costain for her dedication as ‘Command Central’ where she gracefully coordinates the needs of all users of our facility. Kudos to the Worship and Music Commission, staff, and Casa de la Banquette for the transformation of our PFC gym to a lovely and functional worship space during sanctuary renovations.

» Design and Budget Estimate Completion
Substantial effort went into working with DRG Architects in completion of design requirements; and working within the budget established by pledges from our Capital Campaign. Fundamental to this task was the completion of Existing Conditions prints and surveys, which established the physical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and fire protection conditions of the church building. The budget review process led to the development of the “Mini-Project” approach, introduced in June. All projects are designed, but only those funded will be done by this Capital Campaign. The Mini Projects are color-coded for easy reference: Yellow: Phase 1> Dec – April, Orange: Phase 2> May – August, Pink: Not scheduled/un-funded, Blue: Historic Preservation related (not planned as a part of this capital campaign). New gifts towards the general Capital Campaign or to specific work may allow additional Mini Projects to be funded and the work scheduled in 2007.

» Contract Negotiations, Bid Package Development and Distribution
Artech Church Interiors was selected to provide plaster repairs and painting in the sanctuary and the “Bride’s Chapel,” new pew cushions and choir chairs, restoration of the original sanctuary pendant lighting fixtures, and lightly refinish all pews and trusses. Their work plans were coordinated with DRG and organ repair specialist Richard Hurley. DRG delivered construction documents for bidding 12-5-06. The committee continues this work in 2007 - evaluating two types of bid responses. 1.) General Contractors – construction firms who provide comprehensive construction services and coordinate with all trades as part of their contracted service (electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire and security). 2.) Sub-contractors – firms or individuals who provide specialized services only. These services, if contracted, would be coordinated by the committee.

» Materials Selections
Prayerful and constant searches and evaluations have and will continue in 2007 on selection of materials for Phase 1 and Phase 2 projects: pew cushion construction & fabric, floor refinishing, carpet material & layout, paint colors, choir chair style/construction/fabric, kitchen cabinets & countertops, lighting fixtures, exterior doors, interior door style/glass/stains/finish moldings, windows, dimming controls, plumbing fixtures, security options, fire protection requirements, flooring, tile, ceiling treatments, and all sorts of other finishing treatment options.

We acknowledge with grateful hearts the much appreciated support of the church leadership and staff; especially Martha Costain, Linda Bullock, Curt Koszielec, Rev. Linda Owens, and Ted Settle. Thanks be to God for the shared vision of this ministry we commit ourselves to; to prepare for the continued building up of this church in ministry – where we welcome, worship, learn and care for one another and the world around us. May we listen and respond, in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.