Sigma Pi - Eastern Illinois University

Capital Campaign Projects SigmaPiBetaGamma.com 2 Stabilize Basement Walls As a 128-year-old structure, the original building materials are showing their age. Leaking water in the basement is an issue, and the original exterior brick is breaking down. ere is a safety concern with water on the floor and the use of electrical devices and appliances. From a health issue, we are concerned with the reoccurring mold. Annual steam cleaning in the basement is also contributing to the breakdown of the masonry. We know this issue must be remedied. Mandated Fire Suppression System As of January 1, 2019, all fraternity and sorority homes must maintain a sprinkler system. Fire suppression systems are used to extinguish or prevent the spread of fire in a building and use a combination of dry chemicals and/or wet agents to suppress fires. We agree that these updates are needed as added protection. To preserve the historical appearance of the current structure, the system would be installed behind new insulation and drywall. is too makes the physical plant more energy efficient and environmentally sound. Electrical Update With the walls opened, it will be necessary to bring the structure up to code. It is an- ticipated crews will come across knob-and-tube wiring as it was the early standardized method of electrical wiring in buildings in common use in North America from about 1880 to the 1930s. State-of-the-art wiring is important for safety reasons. Also, the elec- trical draw from all the modern personal use devices such as computers and phones labor the current system. Historical Update e current majestic grand staircase will have to be brought up to code as well. e exist- ing hand rail does not meet code and will require significant expertise to reproduce the existing historical features of the rail originally designed more than 100 years ago. Lead Pipes From a safety issue pertaining to potential contamination, all lead pipes should be re- moved from the house. It is anticipated that some of the existing service lines still in- corporate lead pipes, and new water lines will be required for the new sprinkler system. Abatement One of the most lethal products used in mid-century construction is asbestos. It is antic- ipated the current duct work may be wrapped in an asbestos product. Fire Escape Unit e current fire escape does not meet city code and will require it to be replaced with a modern structure. is unique appendage to the house structure needs to service not only the occupants trying to leave a harmful situation but allow for fire personnel to attack and aid in the event of a harmful situation. ADA Accessibility An exterior ramp has been designed to allow for access to the house for individuals with disabilities. In addition, a specialized automatic opening/closing door will be required at that access point. A main floor bathroom will be gutted so that it can meet the require- ments for ADA designation. Historic Preservation A modified roof line on the back of the house is essential to preserve the historic rel- ics in the house. Most notably, the more than 100-year-old elephant hide wallpaper and woodwork that adorns the formal dining room is being damaged from a leak. e leak appears to be coming from above with water running down the backside of the wall into the basement. Security System To protect our investment, a state-of-the-art monitoring system will be installed through- out the property. In addition, an electronic keys system will be used for members to access their personal space and some of the service areas within the Chapter House. Removal of Boiler System Currently, the structure does not have a central air conditioning system. To maintain a better exterior appearance, our project includes new fuel-efficient zone heating and air Beta-Gamma Society ($100,000 and above) Mike P. McKenna '06 Holley Society ($50,000 to $99,999) Roger Claar '65 Sidwell Society ($25,000 to $49,999) Eli R. Sidwell Jr. '55 Jeffrey P. Knezovich '75 Paul E. Hoffman '77 Stewart Society ($10,000 to $24,999) Floyd R. Davis '59 Daniel G. Allen '74 Terry McElwee '83 Jonathan A. Ziemer '06 Slevin Society ($5,000 to $9,999) Ed McClane '71 Philip J. Saran '79 Darrin R. Bacon '82 Martin Morgan '82 Jeffery D. Phillips '82 Crook Society ($2,500 to $4,999) D. Dean Crook '56 Dennis E. Stewart '66 Daniel Howrey '72 Timothy J. Lous '75 Douglas D. Crook '81 Robert R. Hassels '81 William C. Mulvaney '81 THANK YOU, EARLY SUPPORTERS W e are truly grateful to the following Beta-Gamma Brothers who have made early commitments totaling $312,500 to e Campaign for Beta-Gamma. ese alumni recognize the importance of securing Beta-Gamma's future and have demonstrat- ed a sense of gratitude for their personal experience. You can also ad d your name to the list! If an error has been made in recording your gi, or your name has mistakenly been omitted or listed improperly, we sincerely apologize. Please contact our campaign coordinator at (785) 843-1661 so we may make a correction. conditioning. e air conditioner units will be removed from the windows, which will be a more efficient way to maintain the internal climate and be environmentally sound. Historical Designation Application will be sought to designate the Chapter House a historical site in the Federal Register. To comply, the vinyl siding must be removed from the exterior of the house, and the original molding and wood cladding will need to be restored. Additional details regarding these projects and much more will be communicated in the future. e Society for the Preservation of Greek Housing was formed to aid in the preser- vation of historically and architecturally significant Greek houses, to work to have additional houses listed on the National Register of Historic Places, to fund histori- cal research/writing projects, and to conduct educational open houses and seminars to educate the public about these Greek-affiliated structures. To aid in preservation and rehabilitation of the chapter houses, the Society will pro- vide grants for: • Health and safety code requirements that do not result in the loss of character • Major structural rehabilitation or restoration • Exterior rehabilitation or restoration • Interior rehabilitation or restoration All donations made to the Society may be deducted as provided in Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. Direct gis of appreciated securities, beneficiary designations under wills and/or liv- ing trusts, and other similar gis are welcome. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers, or gis to the Society are deductible for Federal estate and gi tax purposes if they meet the applicable provisions of sections 2055, 2106, and 2522 of the Code.

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