Without the support of volunteers, local residents and businesses much of what MVSC has accomplished would not be possible and for that we say thank you to each and everyone of you for your continued support.
Restoring a property today requires oversight and approval by many public entities. In addition, MVSC has acquired some public grants since 2009 which have required even more oversight and approval. While the process is slow, progress has been made and we are now moving forward with the first phase of construction. Here are some recent important accomplishments.
Completed architectural plans for restoration and development of White Sulphur Springs Ranch with a substantial portion of time donated by the contractor. This includes plans for the pool and utility infrastructure with details depicting the location of several structures such as the bath house, snack shack, amphitheater, food service building near the amphitheater, restrooms, lawn area, picnic areas, landscaping, parking, handicap access and more.
Purchased a 3.1 acre parcel necessary for the installation of a leach field. This property has sufficient space for a leach field that can handle both present and
future development of White Sulphur Springs Ranch.
Located a local engineer who donated their time to design the leach field and septic system.
Obtained permits to begin construction of the pool and surrounding area.
Obtained permits to begin construction of the leach field and septic system.
Located a local contractor who has donated much of their time to clear land for the leach field and septic system.
Located a local contractor who is donating their time to install the leach field this fall.
HistoriCorps - a national firm that specializes in the restoration of historic structures on public lands, has taken a positive interest in restoring the facade of the ranch house. We are weighing their proposal.
Our vision for the restoration of White Sulphur Springs Ranch is still the same as it was in 2009. We want this historic site to be used by the community as a gathering place for environmental and cultural education, warm afternoon picnics, swimming in the naturally heated spring water pool, hiking, biking, family reunions, weddings, concerts, and simply enjoying the spectacular evening views across the Mohawk Valley.
Across our nation it is unusual to find a historic property in good shape and worthy of restoration. It is rare to find a historic property of this vintage constructed entirely of wood and in such good shape, with considerable acreage, spectacular views, a naturally heated swimming pool, a perfect location for ease of access and use and it is right in our own backyard.
This opportunity drives the passion of our volunteers to succeed and we hope it will inspire others in the community to do the same.
While we have sufficient funds to complete this years project of installing the septic and leach field system we are far short of our goal to raise funds to complete the pool installation next year and need your help.
While we continue to seek grants to help with additional funding for the pool project, we ask the community to do what they can to help as well. Become a Ranch Member ($25 annually), a Business Member (starting at $250 annually), or simply make a Donation to help support this worthwhile community project.
The video we could not get to work at the Town Hall meeting as well as some recent and historical slides of White Sulphur Springs Ranch are below.
For a copy of the White Sulphur Springs Ranch Project Report that was passed out at the Town Hall meeting, click here ...PROJECT REPORT.
