Habitat for Humanity Build:  September-November 2008
by the Presbyterian Churches of Lexington, Kentucky

Habitat Build: September-November 2008

Second has a long history with Habitat for Humanity. This is our 10th build.
The previous nine were:
1990 -- Charleston SC (a group from Second worked for a week after Hurricane Hugo),
1991 -- Hawkins Ave.,  1992 -- Gerald Dr.,  1994 -- Fifth St.,  1996 -- Newton Pike,
1997 -- Bradley Dr.,  1999 -- Winburn Dr.,  2001 -- Whitney Ave.  2005 -- Chiles Ave.

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The 2008 build on Florida Avenue began on Saturday, September 20;
the house was dedicated on Sunday, November 16.

INFORMATION FOR 2008 PROJECT VOLUNTEERS

GENERAL
The congregation of Second Presbyterian is joining with other Lexington Presbyterian Churches and Habitat for Humanity to build a home on Florida Street. Construction will begin Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008.

When we arrive on the morning of Saturday, Sept. 20, only the foundation and floor slab will be in place. We will frame the house and have it "under roof" by Monday, Sept. 22 when mechanical and electrical professionals arrive to rough-in the plumbing, heating and electrical work. We will continue working on the outside of the house through the next week and will return on Saturday, Sept. 27 to insulate prior to the arrival of professional drywall installers. After the drywall is finished, we will return each Saturday until completion on November 8. Here is the projected schedule for the project (tasks handled by professional contractors are not shown). Sundays are intended as "catch-up" days. We will work Sunday afternoons only as needed to stay on schedule.

WHEN DO I SHOW UP?
Food Volunteers -If you indicated that you can help with food, you will be called with information and instructions.
Construction Volunteers - If you have signed-up to work on the first day (Sat. 9/20), come prepared to do frame carpentry and (if you like) roofing or vinyl siding.
After the first day, the schedule is less predictable. Therefore, we will contact you based on days/times/tasks you indicated you were available for and actual tasks in progress at that time. You will be notified the afternoon or evening before the day(s) you have signed-up for. Our goal is to make the most efficient use of our volunteers' time.

WORKING HOURS & PARKING
Our work day will be from 8:00 a.m. until dusk. We understand your personal schedule may dictate later arrival or earlier departure. Limited on-street parking is available nearby. Car pooling is encouraged.

AGE REQUIREMENT & SAFETY
You must be at least 16 years of age to work at a Habitat construction site (Habitat Requirement). Finishing the house on schedule is important. Your safety is more important. Habitat supplies hard hats and safety glasses, use them when appropriate. If you're anxious about using a particular tool, ask a more experienced volunteer for assistance. Take breaks as necessary to avoid becoming fatigued.

TOOLS
In general, you will need to bring your own basic tools. Following is a list of tools that we suggest you bring for various activities. Feel free to bring any other tools that will make your job easier.

Framing - (this is hammering nails to build walls) hammer, nail apron, tape measure, pencil.
Vinyl Siding - hammer, nail apron, tape measure, pencil. Roof- hammer, nail apron, tape measure, utility knife, pencil.
Insulate - lightweight long-sleeved shirt, utility knife, tape measure, staple gun (if you have one).
Interior Paint - 2 paint brushes (one for trim and one for larger areas), roller & tray, paint pot, putty knife, rags.
Trim Carpentry - hammer, nail apron, tape measure, nail set, pencil, coping saw.
Landscape - garden rake, shovel, gloves.
Door/Hardware - (Installing door knobs & bath hardware) screwdrivers, pencil, utility knife, small level, tape measure
Cleanup - (cleaning construction debris on a daily basis) broom, rake, gloves.
Final Clean - (This is final house cleaning to ready the house for occupancy) soft-scrub cleaner, rags, bucket, broom, dust pan, windex, paper towels, razor blade scraper.
Punch List - This could be just about anything. Bring your tool box and a paint brush.