Capital Campaign

As we head into fall, all of the pre-construction work on our end is complete: accurate architectural drawings, soil testing, collection of over half of the pledge dollars committed, two solid loan proposals, removal of the trailer and power lines. Given the current economic climate, our construction manager had a difficult time securing bids from subcontractors. Many are booked out for the reminder of the year, most until 2nd quarter of next year.
 
In light of this, the executive committee has made a decision to continue our due diligence in exploring all available project options, and are moving forward with a more traditional model of the architect putting the project out to bid for a general contractor in hopes of receiving several proposals with a better timeline and/or better price. Those bids should be back by mid-October.
 
The executive committee continues to meet and remain vigilant about starting the project as soon as we have the best pricing and timeline. Thank you for your patience, your continued commitment to making your pledges, and your prayers!

The committee is also interested in trying to lower expenses thru gifts-in-kind.  If you are affiliated with a qualified contractor in the commercial building industry, and would like your firm to be considered as a vendor and/or with possible in-kind assistance, please email campaign@stcolumban.org.