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First National Bank of Monterey Facade Changes

July 1, 2009 by

First National Bank pf Monterey with New Taller Parapet

We have continued to work on the Annex addition at the main branch of the First National Bank of Monterey. The new MR-24 Standing Seam Roof on the existing building (previously discussed here) required the extension of the parapet wall on the front facade. We were able to find black panels similar to the existing and have custom formed aluminum spacers to mimic the existing panels beneath them. The effect has been to enhance the look of the existing entrance and is actually quite striking.

New lower facade on the First National Bank of Monterey Annex

For security, it was decided that the first floor facade of the Annex should be infilled with brick. Brick similar to that used on the bank was used for continuity. The existing columns and decorative trim was retained as well as the stone steps. In the picture you can see that the center step is well worn by over 100 years of foot traffic.

First National Bank of Monterey Logo on the Annex in Monterey

The bank’s logo, an overlaid F, N & B, were custom fabricated by Titus Inc.from specifications created by Easterday Construction Co., Inc. The letters are steel and were factory painted in the bank’s signature colors. They are bolted through the brick wall. The bolts holding them include 2″ spacers giving the logo a three dimensional effect. Framed by the existing columns, the logo helps tie the two buildings together.

A Garden Court for Culver (part II)

May 2, 2011June 24, 2009 by

Culver likely next Garden Court community — Culver Garden Court Article from the June 18, 2009 addition of the Culver Citizen

A special meeting of the Culver Town Council was held on June 9, 2009 to discuss the possibility of a Garden Court in Culver next year. As discussed earlier here, I had approached several property owners around Town about the potential for a Garden Court project on their land. I was given the opportunity to discuss it with several of them and one, Mr. Wade McGee, has chosen to pursue it with us. Mr. McGee and I met with the Town Council on the 9th and discussed various goals including water extensions, sewer extensions, fire protection, annexation, rezoning and future plans for that property as well as the adjacent properties. Some members of the Plan Commission and the BZA attended that meeting as well and the implications regarding their various needs and requirements were also discussed.

All and all the meeting went well. In premise, it was agreed that Mr. McGee would continue to work with Garden Court on their proposed facility and would request annexation, while the Town Council agreed to extend water and sewer to the property and to support the rezoning of the property from S-1 Suburban Residential to R-2 Residential. This change is in keeping with the Comprehensive Plan and with other goals currently being pursued by the Town Council.

Following that meeting was the regular Town Council meeting. At that meeting, Reverend Liechty, President of Garden Court, Inc., renewed their request for the Town Council to support the new Garden Court for Culver and to renew their financial pledge towards the project. A letter was requested verifying that a Garden Court would be acceptable on the proposed property. All these things were agreed to by the Council.

It looks like we’re moving forward!

Easterday Constuction set a New Record Today…

June 19, 2009 by

Record Display created for Easterday Construction Co., Inc. — Record Display created by Easterday Construction for the Culver Boys & Girls Club Fundraiser

Carol Zeglis commissioned the construction of a display piece for use at the Boys & Girls Club Fundraiser. She wanted a large “Record” that guests could walk through. This goes with the Fabulous 50’s theme they are using for the this evening’s event. She wanted something substantial that could be repainted and used again in the future. The picture shows it in place at the Culver Academy’s Multi-purpose building during preparations for the event.

We designed this based on concept pictures and design discussions with Mrs. Zeglis. We constructed this using an expanded foam interior wrapped in a plywood veneer. It is divided at the top and has removable bases. In the picture, it is shown before the bases were installed. It has rope lighting accents around the inner edge. The diameter of the circle is over 12′ and the record stands approximately 9′ tall. It is approxiately 19″ thick. Schoberg & Schoberg from Plymouth did the painting that makes it look like a record. (Nice job Martha!)

Fundraiser Cafe' Tables made with tops donated by Easterday Construction.

This is also the event where our table tops will be put to use. They dressed up pretty nicely with table cloths on them! These were previously discussed in our blog here.

I was pleased to see the party set up and it’s unfortunate that I won’t be able to attend. There seemed to be quite a few interesting auction items and it looks like a good time will be had by all!

Best of luck to Carol and all the organizers. We hope their efforts are rewarded. The kids they are serving deserve our support.

Landis Slate Roof

June 8, 2009 by

We are getting close to wrapping up the Landis Slate Roof project in Rochester, Indiana. Slate installation is somewhat tedious, but the finished product leaves a lasting impression. Mr. Landis says that there has been a parade of walkers in the evening checking on the progress and he has received nothing but positive comments on the work. We’re always pleased to hear that!

Completed section showing random color and width of slate shingles

This project was challenging as the slate is random width and has a 70-30 color mix in a random pattern. That makes a lot to keep track of. We have used copper flashings over ice and water shield to keep all transitions water-tight. The original nails were galvanized cut nails. We are using a combination of copper nails and stainless steel nails. New aluminum gutters are being installed. Gutter straps are hidden and protected using slate bibs.

We are currently working on the spire as you can see in the pictures. We used a flashing with a crimped standing seam in the center of the hip. Unlike the rest of the roof where we used a slate cutter, we used a saw to cut the pieces so they could be installed with less waste at the hip transition.

The ridge details you see are galvanized metal pieces that were pop riveted together and nailed in place. They had deteriorated and rusted. Mr. Landis had a local body shop sand blast them, fill any holes and paint them with an auto quality paint. He commented, “I don’t want to have to have anyone on this roof again in my lifetime!” The silver color really shines in the sun and provides a wonderful highlight.

See previous entries on this project here and here.

Community Garden

May 2, 2011June 4, 2009 by

The Grace United Church of Christ and the Wesley United Methodist Church have started a Community Garden in Culver as part of their outreach ministry. The garden is at the northeast corner of North Slate Street and West Lewis Street in Culver. This is the first year for this project at this location. It will be interesting to observe its success since it is just down the street from our office.

Easterday Construction Co., Inc. has helped support this effort by donating steel stakes for tomato cages and wood stakes for row markers. We received a nice thank-you note from the organizers. We are happy to support this community effort and wish the two Churches every possible success with this new undertaking. We take pride in our community and participate in community efforts where we can. Many of our employees volunteer their time and skills to make Culver a better place.

As you can see in the note, the organizers need worker bees to help tend the garden. If you have a green thumb and time to donate, step up to the plate and get your hands dirty! It’s for a good cause.

Kevin