Deltasig July 09 - Delta Sigma Pi

ABOVE: The hedge along Campus Avenue, which has suffered in recent years, was removed to allow for a low masonrywall and iron fence. BELOW: Two men and a Bobcat cleared the hedge and rear honeysuckle bushes in a half day.The old basement kitchen area wasremoved to make way for the elevatorentrance. Challenges with handling deliveryof heavy printed materials, regalia trunksand supplies will be tremendously aidedby the improvements.Correcting a long term drainage, waterpooling and ice problem is a significantpart of the project. This piping and catchbasin are on the north, looking west.● Multiple data (and phone) outletswill be installed in most rooms andoffices including the renovated “Boardroom”where volunteer and staff training(and vendor presentations) takes place.All computer wiring will be upgraded to“Cat 6.”● Basement areas will be insulatedand sport new wall and ceilingfinishes—allowing wiring and pipes tobe “covered”for the first time. This significantimprovement moves us from “1950sbasement”to “2010 office”quality.● New heating and air conditioningunits will be added in the attic to allowfor more efficient distribution and comfort.● Drainage of runoff water will bebetter routed and contained to curtail along term problem of parking lot “pooling”anddangerous ice.● Some offices and hallways will berevamped to allow for better interactionand “flow”of guests and workers.● Adjustable, movable, strong supplyroom shelving has been purchasedto better utilize available space andallow for future flexibility.● Additional display areas and cabinetrywill be installed to enhancearchiving. We have added a lot of historysince 1956!● A new courtyard and landscapingwill be added featuring engraved bricksin honor and recognition of brothersand friends (see back cover). Over time,we hope that all chapters and manymore brothers will join in this effort topurchase bricks. Since the Central Officeis owned by the Fraternity and not theLeadership Foundation, purchasing abrick does not provide an income taxdeduction; thus, these supportive purchasesare all the more meaningful andappreciated!● An attractive low masonry walland fence along Campus Avenue willreplace existing hedges. This will separateus from Miami students on….“latenights strolls” (from the bars) and willalso proudly set Delta Sigma Pi apart,invoking the proper image of our 100years of success.38 JULY 2009/THE DELTASIG OF DELTA SIGMA PI