HISTORIC TOWN HALL RENOVATION
The Town of Cramerton has been putting together the pieces of this project for the last five years. The front portion of the building was constructed around 1920 and the back portion of the building was constructed in the 1950’s.
Currently the upstairs of the facility is only used for storage and is not climate controlled. It has not been occupied for over twenty years. The facility desperately needs a new backbone because significant work has been deferred on the electrical, plumbing, and heating & air conditioning. In order to meet current building codes, an elevator and stairwell must be constructed on the rear of the building. This will provide for better access for those with disabilities, as the elevator will go to ground level where parking is provided.
The Town has secured funding from the United States Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, commonly known as the Federal Stimulus Plan. The Town has secured a 40-year loan in the amount of $1,440,000 at an interest rate of 4.0%. Annual debt service payments will be approximately $78,000 and will not begin until one year after completion of the project.
Proposed Timeline:
December 2011: Construction completed, Town Hall and Police Staff move back in.
Temporary Relocation:
Because the project involves the entire structure, Town Hall and Police Department Staff will have to temporarily relocate. The Town Hall staff will be relocating to the Cramerton Community Center downstairs, commonly known as the Senior Room. The Community Center is located on Julian Street, beside the Cramerton Swimming Pool. Operations will begin in the temporary location in December. Utility bill payments can be made at the temporary site, in person or at the newly installed drop box in the Parks and Recreation parking lot, directly across from the Community Center. The drop box located at the current Town Hall will not be in use.
The Police Department has relocated their administrative offices to Hampton Meadows Apartments on Eighth Avenue. Citizens who wish to meet with the Police Department or to pick up Police reports should come to the Community Center, the temporary Town Hall location.
The Board of Commissioners are excited about renovating this historical structure and reinvesting in the Town Center. The facility should serve the needs of the community for many years to come. The project is designed to provide adequate public space while also meeting the needs for day-to-day operations.
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