Energy Retrofit
YOUR Methow Community Center
Energy Retrofit Update
For nearly five decades, the Methow Valley Community Center Association (MVCCA) has been the heart of our valley, stewarding a place where every year about 35,000 community members and visitors, of all ages and backgrounds, gather to connect, learn and find support. Retrofitting this 113 year-old building with an HVAC system and insulation package will support and enhance the Community Center as an essential gathering space with clean air and state-of-the art climate control.
Creating a clean air facility for our community today and for generations to come.
Project Overview
We will replace our 80-year-old waste-fuel boiler with electric heat pumps, providing reliable, energy-efficient zoned heating and cooling.
An insulation package will reduce heating and cooling costs.
An air filtration system will remove hazardous small particles.
We will also repair and replace fixtures, including adding insulation, millwork, and framing.
Retrofit Construction will be in two phases: Phase 1 is the gym and Phase 2 are the offices.
Why is this Upgrade Needed?
The 80-year-old waste-fuel boiler system, named Bertha, is deteriorating and needs to be replaced.
Heating is temperamental in the Winter.
There’s no cooling for Summer temperatures.
Air filtration is needed for use as a clean-air refuge during wildfire emergencies
Will allow the Methow Valley Community Center to eliminate greenhouse gas emissions and become a more energy-efficient facility.
For the community center and gymnasium to stay operational, particularly in extreme heat and cold, we need modernized climate control.
What’s Completed?
Project Design & Readiness
Completed HVAC Engineering Study and have plans drawn for the insulation package.
20-Year renewable lease secured from MVSD through 2042.
Impel Construction hired as general contractor.
Funding for Phase 1 construction secured. THANK YOU to those who made this possible!
What Happens Now?
Construction Phases
Completed HVAC Engineering Study and have plans drawn for the insulation package.
20-Year renewable lease secured from MVSD through 2042.
Impel Construction hired as general contractor.
Funding for Phase 1 construction secured. THANK YOU to those who made this possible!
Post-Retrofit Organizational Awareness
Strategic Plan being developed for the next 3-5 years.
Financial planning underway to support the long term wellness of the building and it’s people post-retrofit.
Here’s how YOU can help!
DONATE • VOLUNTEER • SPREAD THE WORD
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Pledge Your Support.
Make a meaningful gift or pledge to this effort.
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Become a Volunteer.
Volunteer your time and skills to this effort.
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Help Spread the Word.
Help with getting the word out about this effort.
