Renovation Team Update - 6/7/2026
Capital Improvement Projects
Two phases of building improvements are planned as part of Building for Tomorrow.
Phase 1 will replace the original 1962 natural gas heating system with a highly efficient geothermal water-source heat pump system, providing both heating and cooling.
Phase 2 will focus on architectural and accessibility improvements, including energy-efficient doors, windows, and insulation; updated first-floor restrooms; improved access to the Sanctuary chancel with a new ramp and handrails; enhanced Sanctuary audio/visual system to improve closed captioning; and parking lot drainage and repaving.
HVAC Project - Major Milestones
Initial design proposal developed to include geothermal - COMPLETE
Board approved moving forward proposed plan - COMPLETE
RFQ sent to prospective Construction Managers - COMPLETE
Interviews conducted with prospective Construction Managers - COMPLETE
Board approved selected Construction Manager - COMPLETE
Contract with Construction Manager executed - IN-PROGRESS
Project plan formalized - SUMMER 2026
Design and construction documents to be finalized - Fall 2026
Geothermal wells to be drilled - Fall 2026 (possibly)
Bulk of construction work to be conducted - Summer 2027
New system to be fully operational - September 2027
