CVAC 2010 Building Expansion

Pictures and write-ups courtesy of Bob Boeri

With the celebration of Carmel Volunteer Ambulance Corporation’s 40^th Anniversary in 2009, the Board of Directors with John Koster as president began considering a building expansion to provide additional space and facilities for its members. A proposal was developed and presented to the membership for a building addition and was approved with overwhelming support. Following the necessary building permits, an official ground breaking ceremony for was held on September 6, 2010 with construction by Barcon Builders starting the following day. Carmel Volunteer Ambulance was pleased to receive donations from the community to help offset the cost of construction. The building expansion includes an extended front to the original building, a larger third bay, ready room, office and additional storage space. The addition is being dedicated in memory of John Guido, former captain, life member and trustee. A time capsule is being installed in the building addition to be opened by a future generation of Carmel Ambulance Volunteers.

Ground Breaking - September 6, 2010

Week one, September 6-11

Excavation for new addition

Week two, September 12-18

Footings and foundation walls set in place

Week three, September 19-25

Foundation Walls complete

Week four, September 26 - October 2

Replacing rear porch and handicap ramp

John Koster, President and Harvey Barnes, contractor discuss progress.

Week five, October 3-9

Concrete poured

Week six, October 10 - 16

First floor joist beams installed, rough flooring and rear deck

Week seven, October 17 - 23

Framing first floor walls.

Week eight, October 24 - 30

Framing the roof

Week nine, October 31 - November 6

Remove old roof and replace with new roof

Week ten, November 7 - Nevember 13

Frame the new addition, electrical and AC installed