You may have noticed recently some subtle and some obvious changes to the Heritage physical facility. These changes include new security cameras and new doors as part of our involvement in a nonprofit security grant program.
Sixteen high-resolution, motion-detecting cameras are now installed in and around our building with video back-up and real-time views available on a computer or cell phone. All the equipment and cabling is installed, vendors have been paid. We have submitted for $23k reimbursement from the Ohio EMA (Emergency Management Agency.)
Many new, more secure, sturdy doors of hollow metal with tempered safety glass have been installed. We still have paint, final touches, and repairs to make, but the new doors, locks, and the key fob system have been installed and hooked back up to our existing alarms. There are now just three access points to the building. Classroom and Heritage Room doors are “exit only” and the sliding glass doors in the Sanctuary have been replaced with proper swinging exit doors. We paid a $49k down-payment in September 2024 for the new doors. We now owe approximately $70k. Once that is paid, we can apply for an Ohio EMA reimbursement.
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