Wednesday, January 24 th 1pm

Wednesday, January 24 th 1pm

About The Grants Grantor: Rhode Island State Council for the Arts Champlin Van Beuren Charitable Foundation Gift to CFP: $187,500 $94,000 $118,800 Modifications to the Hall that the Grants support: Mission of grantor: Modifications enhance arts programming: - Common Fence Music reception area - Increase utilization of existing space with more arts related activities (summer YMCA arts camps and afterschool arts activities) - Gallery Promotes careful planning for capital improvement, preservation and renovation projects for public and nonprofit artistic, performance centers, historic sites, museums and cultural art centers around the state ADA Accessibility and Compliance - Elevator - Renovation of stairways Helping those who do good do more through strategic investments in non-profit organizations in each of the 39 RI townships, many investments focused on increasing accessibility. Update the façade of the Hall and create a modern and inviting streetscape - re-siding and modernization of the building - addition of a terraced plaza for an inviting main entrance - increased green space - and a safe traffic circle drop-off to solve building access and ADA compliance issues. The vbcf invests in the quality of life and the quality of place of Aquidneck Island and surrounding communities, focusing on supporting projects and programs in four priority areas: Strong Starts, Healthy Lifestyles, Community Prosperity, and Excellence in the Commons

Deliverables Grantor: Rhode Island State Council for the Arts Champlin Van Beuren Charitable Foundation Why CFP got the grant: Arts programming,gallery, Common Fence Music We are a Center for all of Portsmouth to enjoy (commitment to reach beyond CFP); we are much more than a Community Hall Community impact/prosperity; Healthy connected community Deliverables: Increase in arts programming; increase utilization of the space; Success of new Center linked back to RISCA funding; CFMusic reception space; Gallery upgrade (lighting/wall space) Installation of elevator code compliant stairs 1) Expanding geographic reach of the Hall; changing perception of our Hall from what is sometimes perceived as an exclusive community center to an Arts, Wellness and Community Center serving all of Portsmouth and beyond 2) Professionalizing the renter and user experience (paid hall manager; meeting all ADA and compliance standards) 3) Diversifying programming (lean in on arts) 4) Investing in storage space to free main room from clutter 5) Investing in Gallery space 6) Reception space for CFMusic 7) Deepen partnerships with Newport YMCA and other non-profits

Priorities Priority 1: Septic (60% covered by a Federal Grant) Priority 2: Life Safety and Code Compliance Elevator Staircases Exits ADA accessibility Bathrooms Priority 3: Investment in modifications to support arts Lighting/wall space for Gallery Investment in lower level for increased Hall utilization Increased storage Priority 4: Outside façade and site plan New entrance/plaza Site plan for safety/professionalism/adequate parking Green space/landscaping

Funding Sources

Original Concept (north entrance)

Project Timeline Activity Finalize conceptual direction Architects create construction documents Project(s) go out to bid as outlined by grants/contracts Finalists chosen/selection of general contractor Tiiming End of January February March April *Prevailing wage *Women and Minority Owned Businesses Construction Begins when school is out Goal for completion (November Election) Ribbon Cutting Ceremony July End of October November

How to help in January/early February Communication Come to information and community meetings Get everyone you know signed up for the newsletter Letter to community printing/envelope stuffing Fundraising Capital Campaign Fundraisers Mardi Gras Party When we close the Hall Tent (business case does it make sense?) Electricity Floor/stage Documenting the Changes/Progress Before/During/After Pictures Newsletter write-ups Thank you committee Keeping track of all the people we need to thank Impact letters/stories Hugs to Town Council: Linda Ujifusa, Dave Gleason; giant thanks to Rich Rainer, Tod Drake, Gary Crosby for excelling at their jobs Building Recommendations for contractors Let us know if you have expertise

Next Meeting Wednesday Afternoon Meetings January 31 st 1pm February 7 th 1pm Tuesday Evening Meetings Tuesday January 30 th 7:30pm Tuesday February 6 th 7:30pm