Required earthquake retrofitting of the building which houses the MEC means 1) we must vacate the building during construction, and 2) when we re-open, the MEC will be significantly larger. The east wall will be moved back 11 feet, incorporating the space between the current wall and the new building on the corner into the MEC.
We look forward with great enthusiasm to increased meeting and work space, and to creating an accessible and comprehensive research and resource library, utilizing the extensive material collected by the MEC over the last 10 + years.
MEC's Commitment to Assisting
Because of his committed desire to support an environmental center, the building owner, John McCowen, rents to the MEC at a fraction of the rental value. Now it is our turn to assist him in this very expensive project.
A Call To The Community For Help
We call on the whole community to participate in creating the new MEC! Please look at the lists and see where you can help. If you find yourself inspired, call us immediately and we'll plug you in to the people who are co-ordinating these projects.
Construction
Professional Services
* Assistance with permit processes
* Architectural design
* Engineering
* Skilled construction work
Materials
* Lumber/other building materials
* Sheetrock
* Electrical materials
* Heating and air-conditioning
equipment
* Paint
* Windows
* Alternative energy equipment
* Cabinetry
Physical Help
* Pack and label boxes
* Move furniture
* Recycling runs
Fundraising
* Volunteering for events and tabling
* Solicit and donate raffle items
* Grantwriting
* Direct donations
For The New MEC
* Folding tables and chairs
* Sturdy and tall bookshelves
* Filing cabinets
* Storage cabinets
* Small refridgerator
* Bathroom sink
* Clean, small couches
* Library donations
* quality environmental books
* Children's multicultural and environmental education books/toys
* Plants
* Money
* VCR tape-to-tape recorder
* Computer hardware and software
* An industrial mop bucket
* Stained glass windows
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