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May 1, 1975
Saline County Commissioners
Salina, Kansas 67401
Gentlemen:
The following report concerns the use of the lower floor of
Saline County's "Old Courthouse" for a meeting place for the Senior
Citizens of this community.
This report was prepared without cost to the interested parties
as a result of cooperative efforts of the Smoky Valley Chapter of the
Kansas Engineering Society and the Engineers' Wives Auxiliary.
We extend our appreciation to the people who assisted in the
compilation of the information contained in the report. Some of the
TheSaline
organizations
individuals
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County CommissiononhAging, American ich have been sAssociation lofuRetired
Persons, Golden Years Club, Salina Recreation Commission, Saline County.
Activities Center for Older Citizens, Ltd., officers of the Citizens
Advisory Committee, and a big "thanks'. to Mr. Joe Keeling of the Saline
County Commission on Aging for his help.
This report does not contain any recommendations from the Smoky
Valley Chapter of the Kansas Engineering Society.as to the feasibility of
this project. We trust sufficient information is contained herein to allow
the Commissioners and interested groups to determine the feasibility of
this project.
If the project is given favorable consideration, when notified we will
proceed with final construction plans.
If any questions arise concerning the data contained in this report,
please do not hesitate to contact any member of the Public Affairs
Committee.
Respectfully submitted,
V. F. Lundberg, P. E. (Chairman)
SMOKY VALLEY CHAPTER PUBLIC AFFAIRS COMMITTEE OF RES
Keith Stutterheim, P. E. (Vice Chairman)
Craig Roberts,P. E. (Secretary)
Judy Reh, Engineers' Wives
Betty Worrel, Engineers' Wives
D. W. Bassett, P. E.
Martin McCawley, P. E.
Harold Lamfers, P. E_
Dave Hickerson, P. E.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE OF PROJECT
CONDITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURE
Lower Floor
Parking Lot
PLAN OF REMODELING AND RECONDITIONING
General
Walls
Windows
Kitchen
Restrooms
Floor
Ceiling
Roof
Heating and Air Conditioning
Parking Lot
PROPOSED ACTIVITIES CENTER COST ESTIMATE
SUMMARY
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INTRODUCTION AND SCOPE OF PROJECT
The expanding program of activities of Senior Citizens in the
Salina community has necessitated a need for a permanent facility
capable of housing these activities. Various programs supported
by the County Commission on Aging have depended on local churches,
University facilities and other community centers for providing
acceptable meeting locations. Because of the problems involved with
coordinating regular schedules, these meeting locations are not
always available when needed, thus the requirement for a single
facility which can be operated specifically for the activities of
the Senior Citizens is apparent. Such a facility should be able to
accomodate approximately 100 people involved in dining, recreation
and crafts at a given period of time and also serve as an audi—
torium for approximately 300 people if necessary.
After meeting with the Salina County Commissioners, the County
Commission on Aging and other interested groups, it was determined
that the lower floor of the old County Courthouse (presently vacated)
could potentially serve as such a center if determined feasible by.
Engineering standards and cost effectiveness. It was on this basis
that the Public Affairs Committee of KES proceeded with the
Engineering Study.
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CONDITION OF EXISTING STRUCTURE
Lower Floor
The structure has been vacant since the construction of the new
city -county building and the lower floor of the courthouse has been
used as a storage area for equipment. The condition of the building
was examined and it was determined that the building is structurally
safe. The north side of the structure has experienced some minor spawling
of concrete, however, this is not detrimental to the structural
condition of the building. At the time the building was constructed,
it was designed to support the loading of a dome on top of the
structure. Since the dome was never constructed, this contributes to
an adequate design according to the present code requirements. The
structure is column supported and has no inside load bearing walls.
The lower floor is accessible from the east, west and south.
When entering from the east, at a higher elevation, steps are
provided, descending to the lower floor. Entrances from the south
and west are at floor elevation and steps are not necessary.
The building has been experiencing some leaking from the roof
due to its present condition. It was also determined that very
little could be salvaged from the existing heating, plumbing and
electrical equipment.
The existing lower floor has smaller rooms which could be used
as meeting and crafts areas. (See Existing Lower Floor Plan)
Parking Lot
A parking lot is located directly west of the building and is
capable of providing approximately 40 parking spaces, however the
asphalt surface is in need of repair.
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PLAN OF REMODELING AND RECONDITIONING
General
The proposed activities center will require the use of the entire
lower floor of the courthouse. It is proposed that this floor be
isolated from the remainder of the building and the necessary improve-
ments be constructed as indicated by the floor plan of the Proposed
Activities Center and as described,in the following paragraphs.
Walls
It is proposed that some of the inside walls be removed to allow
for auditorium space and assembly area as indicated on the Floor Plan.
Insulation is to be adjoined to the inside face of the perimeter walls
and wall board is.to cover the insulation. The gyp board or plywood
is also to be painted.
Windows
All windows on the lower floor will be replaced with permanently
closed all -weather -type windows.
Doors and Entrance
It is proposed that an entrance way be provided on the west side
of the building and also new doors be provided on the west and south
entrances.
Kitchen
A kitchen shall be provided with an oven and grill sufficient to
cook and heat moderate quantities of food. Refrigerators, freezer,
sinks and disposal shall also be provided.
Rest Rooms
Rest room facilities shall be provided 'as indicated on the
Proposed Floor Plan. The plumbing estimate includes the installation
of new facilities in these locations.
Floor
The floor (except for one-half of the assembly area) is to be
covered with a durable carpet. Tile is to be used in the kitchen
and restrooms.
Ceiling
A false ceiling is to be provided with the appropriate lighting
fixtures
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The roof is reinforced concrete and is in need of repair. It is
S proposed that it be repaired with a hot tar coating to insure against
leakage.
Heating and Air Conditionin
It is proposed that a separate heating and air conditioning unit
be installed for the lower floor. The installation of the mechanical
equipment (pipe, ducts, etc.) will make use of the tunnel on the
outer perimeter of the floor. This will also enable the floor to be at
a higher temperature during the winter.
Parking Lot
The parking lot is to be repaved with a 3/4 inch asphalt mix
overlay. This lot will provide approximately 40 parking spaces.. Other
parking available in the area is estimated to be approximately 9 spaces
on Park Street and 9 spaces on Elm Street.
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PROPOSED ACTIVITIES CENTER COST ESTIMATE
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Kitchen
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Outside Entrance
Partition between floors
Parking Lot
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$46,000.00
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SUMMARY
The 'Old Courthouse" is structurally suitable for this type of
occupancy.
The enclosed floor plan showing the proposed room arrangement
embodies what seems to meet the requirements of the various Senior
Citizens Groups. The proposed plan has been studied by the various
groups and nearly unanimous approval was received.
Various other organizations learned of this study being made and
requested that their requirements also be studied and plans be prepared
for the other two floors. Time and costs did not allow use studies to
be made concerning the two upper floors.
One thought expressed from nearly everyone who learned of this
study was their hope that "The Old Courthouse" was going to be "saved"
because it is one of the few remaining desirable buildings in this area
that ties the present with the past.
"What would a new building cost?" was a frequent question. This
is our estimate for a new building of equal size.
Building $220,500.00
Parking Lot 21,000.00
Utilities 10,000.00
Land located in the central area 85,000.00
Total Estimated Cost $336,500.00
There may be some comments regarding the land cost used in the
above estimate. Experience has shown that land costing less most
generally results in increased utility costs.
We estimate the desired facilities can be obtained the "The Old
Courthouse" for approximately one-third the cost of a new building.
No furnishings have been included in the costs because some items are
already owned by the interested groups. Obtaining the remainder of the
required items should,present no major problem.
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Several sources for financing this project are available.
1.) The City of Salina has earmarked $25,000.00 of revenue sharing
money for this type of project which should be immediately available.
2.) The Citizens Advisory Committee has already made recommendations
that a portion of the Housing and Community Development Funds be used
for the benefit of the Senior Citizens. 3.) The Saline County
Commission on Aging can recommend the increase of its levy for
matching funds. 4.) Consideration could be given that a portion of
the proposed construction be accomplished on a work -project basis.
Certain material / such as wall finishes, painting or drapery materials
could be purchased and the interested groups do the necessary work.
Such a project should increase the community involvement in the
project.
Thank you.
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