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Home My WebLink About2018-02-19 email access and hangers1 Minyard, Brian From:Mcateer, Stephan Sent:Monday, February 19, 2018 12:35 PM To:'Brian Driscoll' Cc:Minyard, Brian Subject:RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum Thanks for your approval. Have you thought about our discussion of removing the shutter hangers on the windows in anticipation of installing exterior storm windows? The contractor is willing to do that as part of this project at no cost to us. He just needs an email from me authorizing him to do so. Thanks for your assistance. Stephan Stephan McAteer, Director MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History 503 E. 9th St. Little Rock, AR 72202 501-376-4602 501-376-4597 FAX www.arkmilitaryheritage.com From: Brian Driscoll [mailto:Brian.Driscoll@arkansas.gov] Sent: Friday, February 16, 2018 1:26 PM To: Minyard, Brian; Tim Heiple; Mcateer, Stephan Cc: Paul Porter Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum I spoke with Stephan on-site yesterday and got a better understanding of the site constraints and the space needed to conduct maintenance on the units that are to be installed under the rear porch. At this point we don’t see any way around installing concrete roller tracks to accommodate the weight of the gates so we’ll sign off on these changes also. Brian Driscoll Technical Assistance Coordinator Brian.Driscoll@arkansas.gov Arkansas Historic Preservation Program an division of the Department of Arkansas Heritage 1100 North Street | Little Rock, AR 72201 office: 501.324.9881 fax: 501.324.9184 ArkansasPreservation.com From: Minyard, Brian [mailto:BMinyard@littlerock.gov] Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2018 8:24 AM To: Tim Heiple; Mcateer, Stephan; Brian Driscoll; Paul Porter Subject: FW: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum 2 I have reviewed the drawings and the email below. This is a correct summary of the phone conversation I had with Tim Heiple earlier. Given the parameters of the project, this is probably the best solution that can be made with the labor and budget that we have. I will sign off on this plan if AHPP will sign off on it. Brian Minyard, AICP Urban Designer City of Little Rock 723 West Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 Phone 501-371-4789 Fax 501-399-3435 Please note new email address effective immediately: bminyard@littlerock.gov From: Tim Heiple [mailto:tim@hwarch.com] Sent: Wednesday, February 14, 2018 3:39 PM To: Tim Heiple; david@whgrantengineering.com Subject: FW: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum Stephan- I had a discussion with Brian Minyard and reviewed many of the thoughts expressed concerning the panels. The attached drawings shows the results of those comments. Our discussion included: Making the panels lighter. Because of the need to have no columns between the brick piers the size of an individual gates of 7'-8' x 5' is as small as we can get. Because this is a secure, exterior gate the construction of of the gates must be substantial. We are framing them like the existing panels with the addition of the steel frame for support and rigidity and we are hesitant to make the gates of any less quality materials. Supporting the panels: The idea of lifting panels off of hangers was evaluated and even if we divided the 15' wide panel into multiple panels a weight of 75+/- lbs was not practical because the normal LR maintenance crew is typically one person. This also created probably conflicts with columns between the brick piers. A hinged gate system, with the weight of the gate totally on the brick pier was discussed, but the probability of the weight of the gate pulling the anchors out of the old brick piers eliminated that plan. Also the idea of placing a new column beside the brick pier was discussed and the ability to pour a footing adjacent to the existing pier without effecting the pier and retaining a similar look with the gate panels would be difficult. That is why we 3 decided on a system that carries some of the gate panel load on the hinge (as well as stabilizing the gate panel) and the rest on a roller that support the end of the gate, especially when the gate is fully open. With the system we have the turnbuckle can be adjusted to balance the load between the hinge and the roller. Appearance of the gates. With the multiple panels and the added column both changing substantially the looks of the lattice panels the combination hinge and roller support plan was adopted. This system allows the panels to be very similar to the existing but requires tracks to be poured on the ground to support the gate panels. We are planning on these tracks to be colored like the soil and to be poured flush with the ground. We also propose that the edges of the track be poured in very uneven and even organic manner so that the soil and concrete blend together. We also suggest that bermuda sod be laid in the area so that the grass encroaches on and partially covers the track to that it is even more camouflaged. The edges of the track will not be manicured, in fact it will be treated as a grass area with no other special maintenance. Please review the design shown as it relates to the explanation of the criteria for the panels and let us know if this design does not meet the stated criteria. With your help we hope to be able to release the construction of the panels soon after the mechanical units are installed. Tim Heiple Tim and David, See comments from Brian Discoll of the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program. They have concerns about the excavation needed between the brick piers, as well as the tracks. I stressed the need to secure from theft and for easy access. Since AHPP has the conservation easement, we need to get their approval. Your suggestions? Stephan 4 Stephan McAteer, Director MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History 503 E. 9th St. Little Rock, AR 72202 501-376-4602 501-376-4597 FAX www.arkmilitaryheritage.com From: Mcateer, Stephan Sent: Monday, February 12, 2018 11:58 AM To: 'Brian Driscoll' Cc: Paul Porter; Minyard, Brian Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum Brian, Thanks for your response. I have forwarded your reply to our architect, Tim Heiple, and our engineer, David Yarbrough. What I am hearing from them is: 1) the need to secure the area from theft or vandalism, and 2) the need to make it so that only one person is needed to gain access to the air handlers for maintenance. I will let you know their comments. Stephan Stephan McAteer, Director MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History 503 E. 9th St. Little Rock, AR 72202 501-376-4602 501-376-4597 FAX www.arkmilitaryheritage.com From: Brian Driscoll [mailto:Brian.Driscoll@arkansas.gov] Sent: Monday, February 12, 2018 11:52 AM To: Mcateer, Stephan Cc: Paul Porter; Minyard, Brian Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum Stephan – 5 As you have mentioned before, the whole area around the armory is an archeological site. I think one concern is that, in excavating 16” deep between the brick piers, there’s a good chance of uncovering artifacts. The same is probably true for the roller tracks. The curved, concrete roller track will also be a visual intrusion. Honestly, I can’t help but think that, although the panels are well designed, they are overdesigned. If the lattice panels were made more lightweight, so that they could be removed and moved by one person, the need for the casters and the concrete tracks could be eliminated. We’re talking about two 5’ X 7’ panels. Could they be hung on some type of bar so that they could be lifted off? Do they have to be made secure so that access (theft or vandalism)is restricted? I think we would like to explore the option of making the panels lighter and doing away with the concrete. Brian Driscoll Technical Assistance Coordinator Brian.Driscoll@arkansas.gov Arkansas Historic Preservation Program an division of the Department of Arkansas Heritage 1100 North Street | Little Rock, AR 72201 office: 501.324.9881 fax: 501.324.9184 ArkansasPreservation.com From: Minyard, Brian [mailto:BMinyard@littlerock.gov] Sent: Monday, February 12, 2018 9:20 AM To: Brian Driscoll; Paul Porter Subject: FW: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum I saw Stephan McAteer Sunday at the tree planting and he asked me about the gates for the AC. What is your opinion on this? Brian From: Minyard, Brian Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 1:11 PM To: Mcateer, Stephan; 'Brian Driscoll' Cc: 'Paul Porter' Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum 6 Just to clarify, I am fine with the swinging doors. I don’t think they will look that much different than the lattice that is there. What I do have an issue with is the concrete tracks. Brian Minyard From: Mcateer, Stephan Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 12:21 PM To: 'Brian Driscoll' Cc: 'Paul Porter'; Minyard, Brian Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum I am a visual person, so I thought it might help to provide pics of the area we are discussing. The first pic shows the section where we would like to install the gates to allow access to the air handlers. They would meet in the middle, where the trim piece is, and would be of the same lattice so as to blend in with the existing sections on either side. FYI, the gas meters on the left section will go away with our new HVAC system since it is all electric. Let me know if you have any questions. Stephan 7 Stephan McAteer, Director MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History 503 E. 9th St. Little Rock, AR 72202 501-376-4602 501-376-4597 FAX www.arkmilitaryheritage.com From: Mcateer, Stephan Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 11:57 AM To: 'Brian Driscoll' Cc: Paul Porter Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum Hey guys. Certainly. I thought Brian had done so in his email. Thanks. 8 Stephan Stephan McAteer, Director MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History 503 E. 9th St. Little Rock, AR 72202 501-376-4602 501-376-4597 FAX www.arkmilitaryheritage.com From: Brian Driscoll [mailto:Brian.Driscoll@arkansas.gov] Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 11:53 AM To: Mcateer, Stephan Cc: Paul Porter Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum Hey Stephan – Could you please forward me a copy of the revised drawings so that we can understand what the issue is? Thanks – Brian Driscoll Technical Assistance Coordinator Brian.Driscoll@arkansas.gov Arkansas Historic Preservation Program an division of the Department of Arkansas Heritage 1100 North Street | Little Rock, AR 72201 office: 501.324.9881 fax: 501.324.9184 ArkansasPreservation.com From: Paul Porter Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 11:50 AM To: Brian Driscoll Subject: FW: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum 9 From: Mcateer, Stephan [mailto:SMcateer@littlerock.gov] Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 11:48 AM To: Minyard, Brian; Paul Porter Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum The museum hires our own landscaper to perform lawn maintenance around the museum property, which would include that area. They come weekly and provide excellent service. The lattice and lathe would be the same as used now. Doors are needed to provide access to the air handlers for periodic servicing. Stephan McAteer, Director MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History 503 E. 9th St. Little Rock, AR 72202 501-376-4602 501-376-4597 FAX www.arkmilitaryheritage.com From: Minyard, Brian Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 11:34 AM To: Mcateer, Stephan; Paul Porter Subject: RE: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum If the spacing of the lattice and sizes of the lathe are historically compatible, I am fine with swinging doors. I am not fine with the concrete tracks. Is the parks dept. actually going to weed eat around these so they will be functional over time? If we have to have them, can we not do them in brick? Brian From: Mcateer, Stephan Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 9:29 AM To: Minyard, Brian Subject: FW: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum 10 Brian, Please review attached drawings for the access panels. Is this significant enough that I need to get local and state approval? Stephan McAteer, Director MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History 503 E. 9th St. Little Rock, AR 72202 501-376-4602 501-376-4597 FAX www.arkmilitaryheritage.com From: Tim Heiple [mailto:tim@hwarch.com] Sent: Thursday, February 08, 2018 8:41 AM To: Mcateer, Stephan Subject: Fw: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum From: Tim Heiple Sent: Thursday, February 8, 2018 8:40 AM To: Stephan Mcateer; jtrigleth@littlerock.gov; jeckart@littlerock.gov Cc: mbcsironnie@comcast.net; mbcsimajid@gmail.com; david@whgrantengineering.com Subject: Access gates to under porch HVAC equipment at MacMuseum Please see attached drawings of the revised gates for access to the under porch mechanical equipment. Please review and MB please check for construction comments and any changes in costing from original design. We are looking at holding our next construction meeting on February 26th. Please let me know if that works for you before we send out a general invitation. Tim A. Heiple, A.I.A. Heiple + Wiedower 501-707-0115 319 President Clinton, #201 Little Rock, AR 72201