Trinity Cathedral Discernment

1816 ● B I C E N T E N N I A L● 2016

TRINITY CATHEDRALDISCERNMENT

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BUILDING PROJECTS HIGHLIGHTS1990-2015

2014 Cathedral steam system upgrades (insulation, steam trap/valve repairs, replacement) $80,0002014-2013 Cathedral blower motor replacements (2) $18,0002013 Building Automation System upgrades $30,0002014-1990 Stained glass repairs $155,0002009 Cathedral copper gutter and cap repairs $120,800

Cathedral North elevation gable repair project $28,8851998-1990 Roofing & Gutters misc. $62,000

Stone/Masonry (Int. and Ext.) $169,0002015, 2012, & 1998 Cathedral Hall floor replacement and top coat maintenance ● $50,0001998 Parish House slate roof replacement $311,300 1995-1994 Cathedral marble floor installation $500,000 1993 Cathedral copper roof replacement $252,000 1990 Chapel roof replacement $39,800Ongoing Interior lighting & sound system upgrades $65,000

* To date the majority of these expenditures have been funded from the endowment. A capital campaign would decrease reliance on endowment for needed major building projects.

Approximately $2 Million Spent*

LIFE AND SAFETY NEEDS

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CATHEDRAL CHAIR REPLACEMENT ≈$180,000

ISSUE: Current Cathedral chairs are near the end of their useful life. The 2012-2014 Repair-A- Chair* appeal stretched the life of the 400 chairs about 5 years.SOLUTION: Purchase 500 new chairs that are smaller, lighter and designed for “stackability.”

VALUE: Smaller chairs will increase Trinity’s programming capacity/ flexibility. Less staff time will be required for set-up/tear-downs.*Repair-A-Chair plaques on current chairs will transferred to the new chairs.

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Right, above: Chairs used in Southwark Cathedral in London.

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ISSUE: The Cathedral does not have a City of Cleveland occupancy permit. It is “grandfathered in” for now.

SOLUTION:• An application for occupancy

review has been submitted to the City of Cleveland’s Building Department to determine final scope of work.

• Permit would require life safety upgrades, such as emergency lights, lighted exit signs, and manual fire alarms and strobes.

OCCUPANCY PERMIT WORK ≈$145,500

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CATHEDRAL DOOR HARDWARE ≈$30,000

ISSUE: Trinity’s massive oak entry door hardware (hinges, pulls, stops, kick plates, locks) is hard to work and unreliable.

SOLUTION: New/restored hardware to match the period (under research) will be installed.

VALUE: Trinity’s doors are preserved using sustainable practices. New hardware will increase security and allow for quicker/safer building exits. Ph

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ISSUE: There is no hand railing for the center main doors at the Euclid Avenue step entrance.

SOLUTION:

Install a center hand railing in keeping with the design and materials of the side railings.

VALUE:

A center hand railing will encourage front door use by making it welcoming.

It will increase the safety for both entering and exiting.

Left: No hand railing for the Cathedral’s massive center doors makes the entrance intimidating to visitors.

EUCLID STAIR RAILING INSTALLATION ≈$25,000

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ISSUE: Rusting stairway anchors and rods and damaged stair treads are safety hazards.

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SOLUTION:

Repair both the railings and stone treads using appropriate materials.

VALUE:Repairs would improve safety, stop deterioration and make Trinity’s front entrance more welcoming.

Left: The Cathedral railings are a prominent feature, fashioned with curved elements that reflect the design of the interior limestone and oak carvings.

EUCLID STAIR RAILING REPAIRS ≈$6,8008

STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY

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The time to repair the roof is when the sun is shining.

-John F. Kennedy

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t)ISSUE: There are varying degrees of disrepair to the stained glass windows in the Sanctuary, Chapel, Clerestory, Sacristy, Vesting and Choir rooms.

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SOLUTION:

Remove, repair, replace broken pieces, re-lead, re- cement, glaze, install reinforcing bars, and clean.

VALUE:

Restoration will preserve these artworks crafted by artists including Burnham, Connick, Hardman, Heaton, Tiffany, and Willet.

STAINED GLASS WINDOW REPAIR/RESTORATION ≈$600,000


ROOF AND GUTTER REPAIRS/REPLACEMENTS ≈$300,000

ISSUE: The Cathedral’s flat roofs have been kept in good repair, but are nearing the end of their usable life.

SOLUTION: Replace the Cathedral’s flat roofs.

VALUE: A new flat roof system will last 30-40 years and will include flashing, insulation, and new decking as necessary.

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ISSUE: There is evident exterior masonry deterioration to the: Cathedral Tower; Cathedral North/East/West/South elevations; Cathedral Hall; Parish House and the stone privacy wall adjacent to Euclid Ave. and E. 22nd Street.SOLUTION: Repoint, patch and replace stone, flash and replace capstone sealant, including lead cap covers.

VALUE: The repair will greatly improve the outside appearance, preserve the building and prevent future more costly repairs.

MASONRY REPAIRS ≈$364,000

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VALUE:Increase comfort and accessibility of the Cathedral in the summer.

NATURAL COOLING ≈$30,000

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AMBULATORY/CLOISTER VESTIBULE ≈$40,000

ISSUE: The cloister vestibule is not a functioning exit. Its doors are dilapidated and drafty.SOLUTION: Restore/replace doors, hardware and weather- striping. Install signage with design appropriate solutions.

VALUE: More welcoming entrance and an additional exit for faster and safer egress.

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ACCESSIBILITY, MINISTRY,HOSPITALITY

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Accessibility isn’t about accommodation. It’s about giving everyone the same

inclusive experience regardless of their state of being.

For my house shall be a house of prayer for all people ~ Isaiah 56:7

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ISSUE: There are no push-button automatic door openers on the main entrance from the parking lot nor to the main bathrooms, making it difficult for entrance by those with mobility issues.SOLUTION: Install push-button assist at the main parking lot entrance and main bathroomsVALUE: More independent accessibility to our sacred spaces is more hospitable and gives greater meaning to “all are welcome”.

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ISSUE: Most of the Cathedral campus is not equipped with hearing loops.SOLUTION:• Expand the Cathedral’s

hearing loops to the choir stalls, Gallery, Cathedral Hall, Conference Rooms A/B, and C/D to benefit those with hearing aids.

• Purchase headsets for those without hearing aids to use.

VALUE: The Cathedral’s worship and other programs will be fully sound and voice accessible to all.

HEARING LOOP/SOUND SYSTEM UPGRADES ≈$33,000+CHAPEL

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ISSUE: ADA accessibility to/from the Cathedral is limited to the main entrance to the CommonsSOLUTION: A permanent ramp installation from the East Transept doors to the Euclid Avenue courtyard, or other exit, is under investigation. Architectural specifications and landmark approval would be required.

VALUE: If feasible, the ramp would provide greater accessible directly to/from the Cathedral.

ADA EXIT FROM WEST TRANSEPT INTO COURTYARD ≈$TBD 1

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ISSUE: The Altar is not accessible for individuals with mobility issuesSOLUTION: A portable accessibility ramp will increase inclusive- ness during Trinity events and services. The portable ramp can be used in multiple areas as needed. (ex. high altar, platform, Cathedral hall stage)

VALUE: More independent accessibility to our sacred spaces is more hospitable and gives greater meaning to “all are welcome.”

PORTABLE HANDICAP RAMP -≈$3,000

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ISSUE: The current Cathedral platform, installed approximately 20 years ago, is beginning to fail.

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A new stage, built around the existing lift, would include decks and have adjustable height legs, rail carts, carpentry, and accessibility ramps, if possible.

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A more accessible , adaptable and configurable platform would better serve our congregation and allow for diverse events.

PLATFORM REPLACEMENT ≈$25,000+

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● H O S P I T A L I T Y ●

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ISSUE: The Euclid entrance is cold and uninviting, and does not represent the “all are welcome” value of the Cathedral. Internal wayfinding signage is limited, making it difficult for visitors to navigate our campus.SOLUTION: Install permanent planters, signage, banners, to brighten the Euclid entrance, making it more welcoming.VALUE: Our street profile will reflect our “Welcome” to the hundreds that pass by daily.

SIGNAGE AND LANDSCAPING ≈$50,000 2

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ISSUE: Cathedral Hall is not air conditioned and has limited heating capacity. This reduces its availability by several months out of a year.SOLUTION:

Extend the Commons’ geothermal HVAC system to heat and cool the space.

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This upgrade will enhance hospitality to Trinity’s programs and increase future revenue through year-round space rental.

CATHEDRAL HALL HVAC INSTALLATION ≈$80,000


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ISSUE: Trinity’s Prospect Garden is sparse and not an attractive green space.

SOLUTION: Restore the Prospect Garden through landscaping and planting and refreshing the existing features.

VALUE: Landscaped, Prospect Garden would better serve the congregation and be used by our neighborhood community. It would be a welcoming green space at a major intersection.

PROSPECT GARDEN ≈$100,000 2

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ISSUE: The Prospect Memorial Garden is a meditative space needing minimal upgrades to better serve as a memorial garden.SOLUTION:

Enhance landscaping and install a memorial monument.

VALUE:Memorial gardens have increasingly become a sustainable choice for the internment of the memory of the deceased.

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ISSUE: Trinity’s 216 niches Columbarium is at capacity; There are no spaces with the last expansion dating back to 1992.

SOLUTION: Increase the number of niches by 40 or 60. The cost of niches will cover the project costs and ongoing maintenance.

VALUE: Trinity’s Columbarium allows members to choose the sanctity of the Cathedral as an enduring place of rest.

COLUMBARIUM EXPANSION ≈$46,000

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SPECIAL PROJECTS

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ISSUE: The limestone exterior of the Cathedral is soot covered, adding to its heavy presence on the street.SOLUTION:

Clean the exterior stone, remove the ivy/moss and treat to prevent re- growth. Partial cleaning of the north face was done in the 1990s.

VALUE: The Cathedral will shine more brightly and be a good neighbor.

CATHEDRAL EXTERIOR CLEANING ≈$230,000

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ISSUE: The Cathedral exterior is largely dark at night. Its historic Gothic architecture and role as a beacon for justice, revitalization of the city and the spirit is lost in the urban landscape.SOLUTION: Install energy- efficient, strategically placed lights that highlight and celebrate Trinity’s landmark architecture.

VALUE: Trinity’s street profile will reflect our “Welcome” day and night.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING ≈$160,000

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INTERIOR STONE CLEANING - ≈$50,000

ISSUE: The Cathedral’s interior stone is soiled.

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SOLUTION: Clean the stone.

VALUE: A well-maintained Cathedral is a happy cathedral.


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ISSUE: The Cathedral’s interior architectural elements are not lit.

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SOLUTION: Install energy- efficient, architectural, interior lights that highlight and celebrate the grandeur of Trinity’s architecture.

VALUE: The transformational power of the space for worship and programming will be enhanced.Design lighting will increase Trinity’s appeal for hosted events and rental income.

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING ≈$40,000


LIGHTING OF ASCENSION STAINED GLASS WINDOW - ≈ $52,000

ISSUE: The Cathedral’s Ascension stained glass window is lost behind the behind the Flenthrop Organ and should be celebrated.SOLUTION: Light the window from the inside out.

VALUE: Greater connection of the Cathedral into the community and a softened more welcoming, colorful Euclid Ave presence .

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CATHEDRAL SOUND SYSTEM - ≈ $50,000

ISSUE: Part of the Cathedral sound system is aging, misconfigured, or non-existent causing poor sound quality.SOLUTION: Install a state-of-theart sound system

VALUE: A quality sound system will help to attract church- goers and improve the experience and maximize hearing accessibility for all.

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ISSUE: The Cathedral is hot and humid in the summer. Use of the Cathedral for ceremonies and outside events is limited. Some parishioners find summer parishes that are more comfortable.SOLUTION: Install HVAC.VALUE: The space will be more comfortable all year and rentable from June- September.

CATHEDRAL AIR CONDITIONING ≈$560,000+

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ISSUE: Cathedral Hall lighting is too dim for proper use for meetings,lectures, or other occasions when task lighting is required.

SOLUTION: Stage spot lights and supplemental lighting will be added.

VALUE: Cathedral Hall becomes a more functional space for multi-purpose use and rental income.

CATHEDRAL HALL LIGHTING ≈$15,000

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O R G A N

ORGAN ≈$750,000

ISSUE: Trinity’s Aeolian-Skinner organ is in storage in Columbus.

SOLUTION: Install the Aeolian Skinner organ purchased in 2011 through a congregational gift with additional pipes donated from the now-demolished Church of the Transfiguration.VALUE: The new organ will allow for a more diverse music program coupled with the existing Flenthrop Organ and be a better support for existing choir and both liturgical/secular music.

When installed, Trinity's Aeolian-Skinner organ console will look very

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POEM BY TRINITY MEMBER, JIM PEARCE

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CATHEDRALSare

religiously important and esthetically appealing.

They are alsothe longest lasting

make-work projectsin the Western World

Twelfth Century tradesmenknew they were making work

for subsequent glazierstilers, stonemasons, roofers, et al.

In every age.Who says there is no such thing as

Eternity?From Slant Light

Poems by Jim Pearce, Trinity Member

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