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In this
multi-phased effort, Nickerson & O'Day, Inc. performed very
extensive investigative demolition of the existing buildings
(constructed from 1843 to 1848) to determine their structural
capability.
To assist in
fundraising, Nickerson & O'Day also performed extra data
gathering/estimating for the purpose of owner grant application
and converted the project to prevailing wage labor rates once
public monies became available for construction
Serious
construction had begun in early 2008 on the structural/facade
work while fundraising continues.
Currently in Phase
I of the construction process, the building's interior is under
demolition. The exterior windows and entrances are being
replaced as well as four levels of flooring as needed. Follow-on phases
will include build-out and complete utilities as funds become
available.
Patience and
perseverance is key to this projects success. Nickerson & O'Day
has plenty of both.
When completed
this former bank building will be home to Bangor regional
historical artifacts including extensive Civil War artifacts and
two copies of the Declaration of Independence. |
