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Rotary Club of The Woodlands 40 th Anniversary Clock Proposal Attachment A
Rotary Club of The Woodlands 40th Anniversary Clock Proposal
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Project Description and Purpose
Bill Friebel, Rotary Club of The Woodlands President2014-15, had a vision to leave a lasting legacy tocommemorate Rotary’s milestone 40th Anniversary.The project will consist of erecting a four faced, 16foot, antique style clock in Town Green Park. Ourclub envisions the clock to serve as a landmark alongThe Waterway that motorists and pedestrians willboth see and hear.
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Benefit to the Community
The proposed clock will benefit the community byserving as a reminder of the community serviceprojects Rotary Club of The Woodlands contributesthroughout our community. In addition, the clock willbe a landmark on The Waterway side of Town GreenPark that is situated perfectly to add a bricked in areasurrounding the clock where benches could be placedfor a seating area. It is also beneficial to have adependable and visually pleasing clock around theparks because visitors will use it for time keepingpurposes.
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Proposed Location
Town Green Park near The Waterway in Town Center is the proposed location.
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Clock Selection
Model: Verdin Howard Replica/Seth Thomas, 4MST
16’8” in height36” dials
Options Available:Black in color with gold accent paintRotary logo on dialRoman numerals on dialsWheel on dialCustom headers above dialLED backlighting Photo cell to control backlightingMaster Clock Controller in base to
automatically update time.
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Why Verdin?
• All Verdin clocks are weather & moisture proof
• The entire clock is UL listed…carrying listing #863 for timekeeping devices
• Moon glow LED backlighting• Industrial strength movements• 3 year comprehensive warranty
• More than 170 years of experience with over 50,000 installations worldwide
• Family-owned, sixth generation standing by all products
• Licensed Rotary Vendor
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Rotary Wheel on Dials
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4MST Scale Drawing to Provide Dimensions
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Time Frame to Complete Project
Turnaround time from date order is placed with executed order form to receive clock is 90-120 days.
Clock comes in 2 crates
Head weighs 325 pounds
Post weighs 250 pounds
Cane or lift will be necessary to assemble.
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Maintenance Costs
3 year warranty:Covers parts & laborVerdin would sent technician on-sitefor repairs
Renovation:12-15 years after installationIncludes repaint, new movements,new coversCost - $5,000/$6,000
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Additional Cost Details……
Service Calls:No cost up to the first 3 years3+ years = $550 to have someone come on site
Battery Backup – Needs to be changed every 4 yearsMMC (Master Clock Controller) Computer Board:
Original will last 10-15 years$500 replacement cost
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Rotary’s Request of The Township
• Rotary Club of The Woodlands purchases clock
• Rotary Club of The Woodlands pays The Townshipfor clock installation
• Rotary Club of The Woodlands donates clock toThe Woodlands Township
• The Woodlands Township takes ownership of clockand maintenance
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Rotary Club Contacts
Julie Martineau, Rotary President 2015-2016Email: [email protected]
Ann Wolford, President, The Woodlands Rotary FoundationEmail: [email protected]
Natalie Saikowski, Rotary MemberEmail: [email protected]
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