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Home My WebLink AboutLetters to adjuster and city attorneySTEELMAN CONNELL MOSELEY A R C H I T E C T S P. A. September 2, 1999 John Greer Little Rock Historic District Commission Little Rock City Hall 500 W. Markham Little Rock, AR 72201 Re: Arsenal Building Little Rock, Arkansas ` Mr Greer, It is Steelman Connell Moseley Architects recommendation that the replacement roof for the Arsenal Building match the existing roof in material, size, texture and construction. The existing roof is a standing seam roof with 10 foot long and 17 inch wide pans. The standing seams have been hand seamed and the finish is embossed aluminum. We have attached to this letter photos of the existing roof on the Arsenal Building and a photo of a prefinished standing seam metal roof with snap on battens. It is our understanding that both types of roof are being considered. The reasons for us not recommending the prefinished standing seam metal roof with snap on battens are the following. 1. The standing seam is a snap on batten, which relies on a bead of sealant for water tightness. The existing roof is hand seamed to rely on water tightness. 2. The snap on batten is taller than the hand seamed roof and is thicker, creating a different appearance. 3. The pans on the prefinished roof are available in 12 inch, 14 inch and 18 inch. They are not available in 17 inch, which would match the existing pans. 4. The pans on the prefinished roof are continuos from the ridge to the gutter. The existing roof has 10 foot pans, which overlap and create a shadow line. 5. The prefinished roof has a ridge cap, which is approximately 8 inches wide. The existing roof has no ridge cap. The pans are hand seamed to form the ridge. I hope this later explains our position on this matter. If you have any questions, please give me a call. %JIbhp-D. Connell, AIA Z C: C viral File: 99029-1100 999\99029\1 1 00\090299JohnGreer.doc Attachment 10411 West Markham, Suite 220 Little Flock, Arkansas 72205 www.scmarchitects.coni (501)224-3055 Fax (501)224-6934 Attachment "A" - Roof Photos September 2, 1999 Photo of Prefinished Metal Roof with Snap on Battens showing ridge cap and pan system. s AN _- Photo of Existing Standing Seam Metal Roof showing ridge and standing seams Photo of Existing Standing Seam Metal Roof showing ten foot pans and overlap. 08/24/1995 15:44 9545810773 PAGE 01 ENGLE .Lk.`U' & ASSOCIATES EMAdjusters and Surve yors August 24, 1999 City of Little Rock Office of the City Attorney 500 W. Markham St., Ste.310 Little Rock, Ar 72201 6971 W. Sunrise Boulevard, Sure 104 Plantation, Florida 33313 Tel (954) 581-0707 • Fax (954) 58 1-0773 Via Facsimile: 01 371.4675 Attention: Melinda S. Raley, Deputy City Attorney RE: Insured: City of Little Rock, AR Loss Location: Various- Little Rock, AR Date of Loss: January 21, 1999 (CAT #76) Cause of Loss: Wind Our File Number. 99-CAT-2002 Dear Attorney Raley: Thank you very much for your correspondence on July 2, 1999, July 15, 1999, and July 29,1999. The only outstanding items which I believe are needed involve a decision by the local historical society as to whether or not the lower cost roof replacement for the museum would be acceptable as it appears it would meet visual guidelines established by the historical society. We are also awaiting a competitive proposal from Matt Gardner regarding the necessary painting required at the museum. I believe that Matt was attempting to obtain at least two proposals from local painti ag contractors of his choice pertaining to the actual redecorating work required at the museum as a result of this loss. If you could supply me with this documentation it appears that we should be in a position to move forward on the claim. The only outstanding item of concern which has not yet been determined by Reliance Insurance Company involves the application of the coinsurance clause for buildings. We are presently awaiting a response from Reliance Insurance Company with specific instructions as to the application of the coinsurance clause and any additional adjustment work, which may be required regarding this aspect. We hope to hear from Reliance Insurance Company shortly regarding this aspect and proceed as instructed by there. Atlanta Charlotte a Chicago 0 Dallas • Ft. Lauderdale • Philadelphia Seattle 08/24/1999 15:44 9545810773 PAGE 02 E rli[:d.l GLE�vS A"A Sly!�� lL & ASSOCIATES City of Little Rock August 24, 1999 Page 2 Should you have any questions please feel free to contact the undersigned at your convenience. I wish to thank you very much for your continued cooperation and assistance in this matter. Very truly yours, James R. Hill National General Adjuster cc: Reliance Insurance Company cc: Rhodes & Associates, Inc. Attn: Dick Simon 500 West M.rkham, Ste. 310 Little Rook, Arkansas 72201 MclincGloy Deputy Attorncy July 2, 1999 Mr. Jim Hill National General Adjuster Engle Martin & Associates 6971 W. Sunshine Blvd. Ste 104 Plantation, Fla 33313 Re: City of Little Rock, your file # 99-CAT-2002 Dear Jim: Telephone (501) 371-4527 Toleoopier (501) 371-4675 At our meeting June 21, 1999, in Little Rock, we discussed the effect of certain laws on the replacement cost of the City's Museum (Arsenal) building and the restroom, both located in MacArthur Park. We agreed that I would furnish you those applicable laws. Enclosed is a letter from the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program stating that the Old U.S. Arsenal Building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on July 28, 1970, and designated a National Historic Landmark on April 19, 1994. I have also enclosed the Department of Interior Regulations and highlighted them for you. (See: 36 CFR 67.7. "Standards for Rehabilitation"). The restroom must be replaced with construction that complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The applicable regulation is found at 28 CFR § 35.151 (1998) and is enclosed. I have also highlighted it for you. Please let me know if you require further information. My number is 501-371-6877. Sincerely, Thomas M. Carpenter City Attorney By: Melinda S. Raley Deputy City Attorney Enclosures cc: Dick Simon Matt Gardner Arsenal Building Little Rock, Arkansas Tornado Damage Estimate (Replacement Cost) Replace Main Roof to Match Existing Materials & Construction $ 66,015.00 Replace Rear Porch Roof to Match Exisitng Materials & Construction - $ 9.840.00 Install Front Porch Roof Modified Bitumen w/ Granular Surface $ 6,080.00 Gutters 6 inch Half -Round Aluminum Gutter 260 lin. ft. @ $10.50/lin. ft. $ 2,730.00 6 inch O.G. - Pre -finished Aluminum 68 lin. ft. @ $11.00/lin. ft. 4"xY Pre -Finished Alum. Downspout 74 lin ft. @ $8.50/lin. ft. Total for Roofing Work Scaffolding $ 748.00 $ 629.00 $ 90,542.00 Lift Rental 14 Days @ $300/Day $ 4,200.00 Interior and Exterior Scaffolding 28 Days @ $50/Day . $ 1,400.00 Total for Scaffolding.:. $ 5,600.00 Ceiling See Attachment "B"for Material Quotes & photos 10,11 & 12 Labor - Installation of Wood Ceiling 1347 sq. ft. @ $5.50/sq. ft. Y10 Material - 1 inch thick Virgin Heart Pine 1347 sq. ft. + 10% Waste = 1482 sq. ft. 1482 sq. ft. @ 18.50/sq: ft. _ ! Packaging & Shipping Costs = U)`Z5Y��,g'4��Total for Ceiling Replacement C� SCM Architects 2 $ 7,408.50 $ 27,417.00 $ 670.00 $ 35,495.50 5/24/99 05/26 '99 10:39 ID:RHODES & ASSOCIATES RCHrrECTURAL ONSTRUCTIO3 ERNACES 6821 SCOTT HAt FAX:5013726234 ROOFING AND SHEE'Y ME-rAl., CONTRACTORS No Anhiiamml Servim Avulahle PAGE 6 P - 0 2 r:,To,,4 IDME . I.d'CrLE ROCK, AR 72209 - (301) 568-7607 - FAX (501) 9,94(1 JOB PROPOSAL DATE- March 18, 1999 1-0: Little R ck Park and Recreation City Ha I Room, 108 500 We Markham Little Ri ck, AR, 72201 A'ITN, MO rartiner RC. M1CArth4 Park I SC,O PE OFORK: # I MAM BUILDING Material and lat or to fabricate and Install Standing Seam Aluminum Root' Panels on mail, roof, and >fl;ont nd back porches with box end gutter and dowtt -spout to match existing. COST: S42,7 5.00 42 SQUARE Gca.7:Jl HO Material artd 1a or ro.fabricate and install Standing Seam Meta{ RoofusingVic West Architectural l Panel wwwiiith metal eave Clashing and ridge flashing COST: SS,30.00 #3 SHAKE AZEHO Matenal and la or to remove and install cedar shakes with copper drip edge_ COST: $2,5 .00 Stanley Tarnot sky ..._ _ TrrLE CQ -r-dm Adjusters and Surveyors 6971 W. Sunrise Boulevard, Suite 104 Plantation, Florida 33313 Tel (954) 581-0707 • Fax (954) 581-0773 July 1, 1999 .-4- .City of Little Rock Office of the City Attorney 500 W. Markham St., Ste. 310 Little Rock, AR 72201 Attention: Melinda S. Raley, Deputy City Attorney RE: Insured: City of Little Rock, AR Loss Location: Various - Little Rock, AR Date of Loss: January 21, 1999 (CAT #76) Cause of Loss: Wind Our File Number: 99-CAT-2002 Dear Attorney Raley: y As you are aware, we are the representatives of Reliance Insurance Company regarding the above captioned matter. This correspondence will serve to supplement our meeting at your office of June 21, 1999. I wish to personally thank you for your efforts in coordinating this meeting in order to establish necessary guidelines required to bring this matter to a conclusion. We have submitted complete supporting claim documentation received to date to the Reliance Insurance Company for their review- and consideration regarding aspects which were brought to our attention at the time -of this meeting. It appears that the amounts of loss and damages have been somewhat agreed upon with the exception of the Natural Historical Museum and the increased cost of construction in order to make the restrooms ADA accessible. It also appears that the Statements of Value for the involved buildings as stated by the City of Little Rock for insurance -purposes appear undervalued. As a result, we have given Reliance Insurance Company the option to determine whether or not they. wish to determine values for coinsurance purposes on the blanket building aspect. We are presently awaiting a reply regarding this item. - At your earliest convenience, please supply the undersigned with supporting documentation which was discussed at the time of our meeting specifically related to supporting documentation of the Natural Historical Museum repairs: We understand that you will be checking with the appropriate individuals to determine if the more economical roof replacement as submitted by Matt Gardner. would be acceptable to the I tlanta 6 Charlotte Chicago 9 Dallas. Ft. Lauderdale • Philadelphia Seattle & ASSOCIATES City of Little Rock Page 2 July 1, 1999 city historical officials. Also, please supply the undersigned with any supporting documentation you may have received from architect Jahn D. Connell outlining the various required repair methods to meet Historical Registry guidelines, including any competitive estimates he may have omitted when submitting his back up details for roofing replacements and ceiling replacements. Also, any other information you may have in your file regarding the required repair, methods for the Natural Historical Museum would be greatly appreciated and would help us to determine the current cost factors for repairs of like, kind and quality. As discussed, we will review the blueprint documentation supplied by Matt Gardner and attempt to prepare a reasonable repair figure over and above the stated values for the bathrooms to make them ADA accessible as this figure falls within your increased cost of construction coverage. We will attempt to deal directly with Matt on this aspect and ask that he report all findings directly to you for consideration. Also, please supply, at your earliest convenience, any and all architect fees which may have been submitted to you by John D. Connell including itemized labor and expense details for his invoices. Should you have any questions concerning this matter, please feel free to contact the undersigned at your convenience: When a response has been received from Reliance Insurance Company regarding the .coinsurance situation we will advise you immediately and proceed as instructed by them We once again wish to take the opportunity to thank you very much for your continued cooperation in this matter and look forward to bringing this claim to a conclusion as early as possible. Very truly yours, James R. Hill National General Ad?aster cc: Reliance Insurance Company . - Rhodes & Associates, Inc., Attn: Dick Simon