Project Submission from… The Historical Society of North German Settlements in WNY June, 2012

Addition and restoration of the 1843 Haseley Einhaus (All-in-One, House/Barn)

Das Haus und Der Stall German Heritage Museum 2549 Niagara Rd., Bergholz, Town of Wheatfield Niagara Falls, Ny 14304 www.dashausmuseum.org

Project Registration Number___________

Niagara River Greenway Commission Consultation and Review Form Type of Review Required:

_______Mandatory Consultation _______Voluntary Review and/or Endorsement

PROJECT SPONSOR INFORMATION Name:

Historical Society of North German Settlements in Western New York (aka: Das Haus und Der Stall German Heritage Museum)

Mailing Address: State:

2549 Niagara Rd., Niagara Falls New York Zip Code: 14304

Federal Id# 23-7181662

Charities Registration #_____N/A___________

PROJECT TYPE Check all that apply: ____ Environmental __X__ Cultural/Heritage __X_Cultural _____ Trail ____Waterfront or Land Based Development ____Recreational

_____ Land or Water Public Access __X__Educational/Interpretive __X__ Signage _____ Other

Project Name:

The Haseley Einhaus (All-in-one, House / Barn) Reconstruction

Location:

2549 Niagara Rd., Niagara Falls, NY 14304, Location of Das Haus und Der Stall, German Heritage Museum.

Site Address:

2549 Niagara Rd., Niagara Falls

State:

New York

Zip Code: 14304

Minor Civil Division(s): Hamlet of Bergholz, Town of Wheatfield County:

Niagara

Project Proponent Property Interest (own, lease, easement or other): Own property

AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL

Name: Ms. Wilma Lass

Title: Secretary

Business Address: 2549 Niagara Rd., Niagara Falls State:

New York

Zip Code: 14304

Telephone Number: (716) 731-9905

Cell Number:

Fax Number: E-Mail Address:

[email protected]

PROJECT POINT OF CONTACT

Name: John Schultz

Title: Trustee

Organization/Firm: Das Haus und Der Stall, German Heritage Museum Business Address: 2549 Niagara Rd., Niagara Falls State: New York

Zip Code: 14304

Telephone Number: (716) 695-6741

Cell Number: (716) 535-7690

Fax Number: E-Mail Address:

[email protected]

Note: In the following proposal the Greenway Commission’s vision, principles, goals and criteria are italicized and our responses are in the normal font.

PROJECT NARRATIVE

1. In a brief paragraph, describe the project and its purpose, how and when it will be accomplished, and why it is important.

The Haseley Einhaus (All-in-one, House / Barn) Reconstruction: Overview: In 1843 over 800 Prussians established a community on the Niagara Frontier along the Niagara River in the Town of Wheatfield, with the main settlement being in Niagara Falls/Bergholz. The basic outline of the first community and its adjacent farms is still easily discernible (Please see attached map). The reasons for settling here were the reasonably priced and similar land to what they were used to in Prussia, with close proximity to the Niagara River. Their farms in Prussia were of a similar type of land and located near the Oder River in Germany. Their primary reason for leaving was to obtain the ability to worship as they pleased and avoid persecution from the state for their beliefs. These hardy farmers and craftsmen were exactly the people that America needed at that time. Many of the descendants of the original families still live here in the area. One of the original cabins that housed many families during their first winter in 1843 is still preserved and is now the Das Haus Museum. In 2008 our Historical Society acquired one of the first structures of this type to be erected in the Niagara County / Town of Wheatfield hamlet of Bergholz. This unique structure is called an “ Einhaus” or “All-in-One” house / barn in which the early settlers lived with their livestock under one shared roof. This design was brought over from Northern Germany in 1843 with the Prussian migration. This part house, part barn has been professionally and carefully disassembled by Mr. John McNamara of McNamara Construction and stored in the Stoelting barn in Bergholz. The original “Fachwerk” (clay & straw filler in hand hewn timber squares) frame of the structure is in remarkable condition although the original “Fachwerk”, parts have been long gone. Mr. McNamara has numbered each of the barn timbers for accurate reassembly and will be involved in the reassembly process if possible. One interesting fact regarding the actual disassembly and reconstruction is that, according to Mr. McNamara, he believes that the four corner posts of the “Einhaus” came from the same tree! These German settlers were not used to having much wood at their disposal for construction, thus they used mud/straw filler (Fachwerk) to stretch their lumber. Imagine their joy to be able to use an oak tree that tall and to be able to hew 4 corner posts from it. Mr. McNamara also believes that some of the circular markings found on the beams indicate the method and directions for construction. Our Society plans to reconstruct this “Einhaus” on the existing museum property. This would provide a perfect place to display our growing collection of early farm tools and implements as well as give us more room for our existing historical educational and household artifacts displays to expand. Upon completion and in conjunction with the existing museum we hope our efforts will provide an enhanced educational opportunity for interested people of all ages to come and see how the immigrant settlers of this area of Niagara County worked and lived in the mid- late 1800’s. The completion of our project will also allow us to better utilize another of the structures on the museum property to formalize our library and genealogy assistance capabilities. Once adequate funding is received we intend to begin the reconstruction process immediately. We are already in contact with McNamara Construction, have obtained the required permits, and are ready to proceed. We hope to have the project completed by the end of this year if possible.

2. Referring to the Niagara River Greenway Plan, clearly document and describe how the proposed project will advance the Niagara River Greenway vision including the goals, principles, and criteria that define that vision. Existing Greenway Vision: The Niagara River Greenway will be a way of integrating the ideas and stories that bring the Niagara River corridor to life, revealing the region’s place in history and its connections to the natural and built environment. The Vision Statement underscores the incredible diversity of assets that comprise this corridor, including natural, cultural, recreational, scenic and heritage resources. It highlights the importance of increasing access to and connections between the region’s many resources through a variety of methods “The Niagara River Greenway Commission has chosen a boundary that follows municipal lines: the jurisdictional boundary of the Niagara River Greenway is the political boundaries of those municipalities that physically border on the Niagara River…” Our proposed project’s location lies in the heart of the Niagara River Greenway as defined above and seen in the map below. Throughout this document we will show how these German settlers lived their lives and worked in the Greenway corridor and continue to do so today. The complete focus of our proposed project is to tell the history of this settlement which in many ways parallels the history of the Greenway from the mid 1800’s rush of immigrants to settle the territory through the conversion of a farm based, rural communities to the industrial giant of the 20th century. The Haseley “Einhaus” restoration project will continue and enhance the work of the Das Haus und Der Stall, German Heritage Museum by telling the story of how the mid 19th century Prussian immigrants lived and worked their farms in the Greenway area. When you didn’t have the time or money to build both a home and barn, you had to settle for this unique type of structure, where you, your family and your animals all lived under one roof. These industrious Prussian settlers who arrived from NYC via the Erie Canal first built a church, then a school and only then worried about improving their own living accommodations. The Haseley “Einhaus” was one of these first structures erected in Bergholz in approximately 1844. It is called the “Haseley” Einhaus because Wallace Haseley was the last owner and donated the structure to the Historical Society. It was meticulously disassembled and stored for the day when our Historical Society could accumulate the required funds to start the restoration. This type of work requires special handling and also access to specialized tools and supplies, as we try to maintain to the best of our abilities the original structure and how it was erected. Of course the costs of this type of restoration are substantial, especially to an organization of our size. Another interesting link from Bergholz to the Greenway land is the clay in this community. This land is good for growing a particular type of wheat, which these Germans were familiar with. Hence the “Town of Wheatfield”. Another connection is the work of Carl Medwaldt, a German potter who was asked to come to Bergholz / Niagara Falls from the homeland to help the fledgling community by producing the pots, dishes, pitchers, etc. using this abundant natural resource. He set up shop on Niagara Rd. and produced a high quality, unique pottery until his death. This pottery is now sought after by collectors. Interestingly, his kiln was located right across the street from our museum and the museum features some samples of his workmanship.

Project Site

Greenway Principles: Excellence – Existing Greenway resources are globally significant and Greenway projects will meet world class standards.    

To our knowledge “Das Haus und Der Stall” German Heritage Museum is a totally unique museum in the USA. There are some similar museums in Wisconsin and N. Carolina, but none that we know of have an actual “Einhaus” (All-in-One House/Barn) restored. Especially one which will have the original “Fachwerk” construction on display. It is, as well, the “go to” destination for anyone in the US doing research on family ancestry with north Prussian (German) connections. Most of the Prussian immigrants who came to America in the 1830s – 1860s came through our Greenway area. Many settlements in Wisconsin, Minnesota and elsewhere in the US all had their roots or original family connections in Bergholz. Our society gets correspondence and requests from all over the world seeking information in this regard. The founder of our Historical Society, Eugene Camann had published several volumes on this topic and was recognized as the expert in this branch of genealogy. Our museum has received visitors from all over North America as well as Europe and specifically Germany, of course.  

Sustainability – The Greenway will be designed to promote ecological, economic and physical sustainability for long-term viability and effectiveness.  

The “Das Haus und Der Stall” German Heritage museum has been part of the Greenway (Town of Wheatfield) for many years and hopefully will be for many more to come. Our mission is to preserve the culture of these original Prussian settlers and educate the current community as to the way they lived and worked hopefully will contribute to the sustainability and long-term viability of our section of the Greenway. As a new generation emerges and the memory of 2 World Wars fades; German roots, culture and the contributions that these industrious immigrants made to the places they settled, specifically, in our case the Greenway corridor, will become more and more recognized.

Accessibility – The Greenway will be designed to provide and increase physical and visual access to and from the waterfront and related resources for a full range of users (youth, seniors, persons with disabilities). .. Ecological Integrity – The Greenway will be focused on maintaining and improving the health, vitality and integrity of natural resources and wildlife habitats. Emphasis will be placed on restoring and retaining ecologically significant areas and natural landscapes, both in and over the water and upland. .. Public Well-Being – The Greenway will be designed to achieve and promote physical and emotional wellness Through the experience that it offers to the public. Availability of both land- and water-based recreational facilities, and access to both active and passive recreational opportunities should be considered in the development of Greenway assets. Our museum serves all ages with educational programs, genealogy assistance and tours of the facility. The proposed reconstructed EinHaus (House / Barn) will be constructed to accommodate people with disabilities. Our museum’s intent and mission is to try and maintain with integrity, the way the original Prussian settlers of Niagara County lived and worked.

Connectivity – The Greenway will increase connectivity and access (trails, pathways, parks, water access), promote the continuity of open space and habitats, and provide for connections to

related corridors and resources across the region, including connections at the international border with Canada.  

The improved historical Barn/House addition to our facility will improve our facility overall which in turn will increase our connectivity with other historical sites all along the Greenway corridor. This process will continue to build our community history capabilities and its inter-related histories with other communities along the Greenway.  

Authenticity – The Greenway will establish a clear sense of “place” and identity that reflects the traditional spirit and heritage of the area. Projects and activities should have a connection to the character, culture and/or history of their location.  

Our proposal certainly meets this principal. The Das Haus und Der Stall German Heritage Museum was one of the first structures built in Bergholz. It clearly creates and maintains the “place” and identity of the original settlers of the area. As the German communities grew throughout the years, many of the offspring of the original settlements of Bergholz, Wallmore, Martinsville and Johnsburg moved to the city of Niagara Falls for employment. Their names and accomplishments are well known throughout the entire region. The German immigrants had a major influence in the development of the entire greenway area, names like, Kaltenbach, Jenss, Mayle (Niagara Falls Brewing Company), Schoellkopf, Stine, Schmidt, Schultz, Haseley, Heuer, Moll, Strassburg, Jagow, Hoffmeister, Mueller, Williams, Wittkopp, etc. Also the descendents of the French Huguenots in Europe that had settled in Prussia and joined the migration to America contributed greatly; names like Milleville, DeVantier, Pfohl, Gombert, Sy, Loge.

Celebration – The Greenway will be designed to celebrate local history, diversity, cultural resources, and the natural and built environments, and will seek to share this diverse tradition with local residents and visitors to the region. Projects that support education and interpretation are encouraged, as are events and activities that help build social interaction and shared experiences.  

The existing museum as well as the proposed “EinHaus” (House / Barn) restoration is designed to celebrate the settlement of this area by the Prussian Immigrants of 1843. Our museum currently shows and hopefully it will be able to show in a better fashion, with the addition of the “Einhaus”, the way these hardy folk lived, worked and developed this part of the Niagara Greenway. Our museum encourages everyone in the community and tourists to visit whenever possible to share this cultural resource. Our Historical Society shares our traditions through museum tours, student tours as well as offering many meetings throughout the year. Some of our past community meetings that are open to the public of course, have included a visit from Christian Koelbl, the German Counsel in Buffalo, a presentation by Michelle Katts, Lewiston library genealogy specialist and Peter Ames, trustee of Oakwood Cemetery on the “Influential Germans buried in Oakwood Cemetery”. We also host luncheons during the year at which low German or “Plattdeutch” is spoken. This is the everyday language that the original settlers spoke. One of our popular recent meetings featured a presentation on the collapse of the Schoelkopf Power plant into the Niagara Gorge in the fifties by one of the workers that was there at the time. We also encourage school tours and do have several during the year. We also have an annual fundraising dinner / program. This dinner is extremely popular among the residents of the Town of Wheatfield as we celebrate our heritage by offering special and traditional, homemade German foods. Last year, we sold out! Hopefully we can increase our capacity for this year’s event. The Historical Society also receives many requests all year to assist individuals all over the country with their genealogy. The number of people in America with roots that run right through

our little piece of the Greenway territory is truly remarkable. Trying to tell you all the stories would take too long, but I will summarize my story for you. I visited the Museum one afternoon and asked about my ancestry. The docent surprised me by immediately providing a copy of the church records of my ancestor’s marriage and death. This information has allowed me to actually verify all my ancestors back to the original immigrants from Prussia, who, by the way, owned and worked a farm running south from the current Jagow road in the Town of Wheatfield. The original tract of land ran almost to the river and is certainly right in the middle of the Niagara River Greenway geography.

Partnerships – The focus of the Greenway will revolve around cooperation and reciprocal compromise. Relationships and partnerships must be formed and strengthened to achieve coordination and integration of efforts throughout the Greenway.  

Our Historical Society over the years has partnered with many other local groups to share information including the Niagara County Historical Society, Niagara County Genealogy Society, N. Tonawanda Historical Society, Town of Wheatfield, Sanborn Historical Society, Lewiston Historical Society and many more. Our Society also participates in the New York State Heritage Weekend, German Heritage weekend, and is part of the Cultural alliance of the Tonawanda’s   

Community Based – Greenway planning will reflect the preferences and plans of the local communities, while respecting other stated goals and the communal vision of the Niagara River Greenway.  

Our host community, The Town of Wheatfield is well aware of our proposed “EinHaus” (House / Barn) Restoration project and we have obtained an approved initial Site Platt Review. I have included a copy of this at the end of this document. Also please review the attached letter from the Town of Wheatfield’s board showing their support by resolution.

Greenway Goals: Improve Access: provide more opportunities to enjoy the many resources of the Greenway. Methods to achieve this goal include development of gateways to welcome visitors and promote access. Also, development of multi-use trails, water-based trails, waterfront access points, scenic overlooks, and interpretive centers.  

The Das Haus website, promotional tools and all activities attempt to promote the museum and our vast array of materials to assist in genealogy searches. Our marketing efforts are dedicated to promote our area as a world class tourist destination and our Museum as a possible part of any tourist’s visit if the mission of our historical society appeals to you. New signage is a part of our proposal and we would intend to incorporate the Greenway in any way possible.  

Make Connections: physical connections that link destinations and communities; conceptual linkages between Greenway resources; and better connections between the Greenway and its residents and visitors. Foster greater integration of the stories, resources and features that make up the Niagara River Greenway.

The Das Haus museum does indeed provide enhanced conceptual linkages with other visitors and residents by telling the story of the people that settled this part of the Greenway worked and lived. American – Germans were integral to the development of the Niagara River Greenway area. From Gratwick in North Tonawanda, to the North end in Niagara Falls, the German Immigrants grew and improved these areas wherever they settled. As farmers, these settlers and their descendants carted their produce to markets in Tonawanda, Niagara Falls and elsewhere in the Greenway area. As craftsmen and laborers, they manned the factories along the river and helped to make the Greenway the dynamic industrial region it once was.    

Celebrate History and Heritage: the region’s shared history and heritage is a deeply held value. Increase opportunities for “Telling the Story” of the region. Consistent signage and way finding system; interpretive centers; and thematic frameworks for coordination of interpretive activities.  

Once our proposed project is complete, the historical society will have to reissue all of our marketing materials and signage to include the newly reconstructed “EinHaus” (All-in one House/Barn). We will continue to improve our “story telling” abilities immensely by completing this new project as it will allow us to expand our existing educational capabilities on top of providing a completely new display of original farm implements and tools used by the first settlers who worked the Niagara River Greenway land for a living.

Spark Revitalization and Renewal: revitalization, reinvestment and renewal in the cities and communities along the corridor through sustainable development, tourism and improved quality of life factors. Reuse of brownfields and downtown “Main Street” development. The ultimate goal is improving the natural environment, the built environment, the culture and recreational offerings along the Greenway to attract residents, visitors and investment.  

Our proposed project will enhance the area where it is located and provide enhanced opportunities for attracting residents and visitors to the area.    

Promote Long-Term Sustainability: investments in existing resources and assets, including rehabilitation and improvement of aging facilities, to ensure their long-term viability and worldclass stature. This is exactly the intent of our project. By restoration of one of our original structures we carry on the story of the first settlers and project this into the future to people yet to be born. We believe

that our research library and genealogy resources are indeed “word-class” and with help, we hope to develop our museum into the same caliber organization.

Criteria:

1. Consistency with Principles: Projects and activities should strive to be consistent with the Principles for the Greenway. (see Chapter 3). Although this determination is inherently subjective, it provides a baseline for project assessment or development.  

In the previous pages we have detailed how we meet the principles of the Niagara River Greenway Commission. We believe that our project is indeed consistent with the principles of excellence, sustainability, accessibility, connectivity, restoration, authenticity, celebration, partnerships, and it is a community based project.  

2. Priority Status: Projects should help achieve the goals for the Greenway. The list of priorities, based on the initial goals: -Improved access to waterfront resources -Development of an integrated trail and park system -Restoration of the Niagara River ecosystem -Interpretation and education about the region’s cultural, natural and historic resources

In the previous pages we have detailed how our proposal will meet the Greenway’s stated principles and goals. In particular, we believe that our project really hits the mark for the priority status goal above: “-Interpretation and education about the region’s cultural, natural and historic resources”. This is really what we are attempting to accomplish with our project. The restoration of the Haseley “EinHaus” (All-in-One, House / Barn) will greatly enhance the already existing and popular Das Haus und Der Stall German Heritage Museum. Your help will allow us to expand our cultural and historic educational presentations in a substantial fashion. Along with these improved capabilities, we will then be able to increase our marketing of the entire museum complex with new brochures and signage. 

3. Revitalization of urban centers Focus Area: Projects close to the River within the municipal boundaries of the Greenway, along State designated trails and related assets should be elevated. The focus area was based on local planning documents, including Local Waterfront Revitalization Programs, adjusted to incorporate nearby assets. There will be important and valuable projects that fall outside the focus area.  

The Bergholz area, part of the Town of Wheatfield, as well as Niagara Falls is located along Bergholz creek, which flows into Cayuga creek and then into the Niagara River. Draining the other direction from Bergholz is Sawyer Creek which flows into the Erie Canal and then the Niagara River. So, the Berholz community is certainly connected to the river in many ways. Of course, the original settlers farmed the Greenway land and used it’s clay to create pots and plates as well as objects of art. During the industrial heyday of our Greenway, the Bergholz area provided manpower to our growing communities along the river, from Gratwick in N. Tonawanda to all the industries in Niagara Falls.  

4. Environmental Soundness: All projects within the Greenway should evaluate potential impacts associated with development and take a creative approach to reduce or remove any negative impacts.  

Our project has previously been reviewed and approved by the Town of Wheatfield. (Documentation is found at the end of this document)  

5. Implementable: Project proposals should include a schedule and a realistic assessment of the expected costs associated with the project, including costs of management, operations and maintenance. There should be evidence that the public supports the project through municipal resolution, public record or correspondence. When projects are too large to accomplish in one step, they should be broken into “sub-projects,” with each sub-project having independent value and benefit  

Site drawings of the project along with the cost schedule are included in the following pages. The proposed contractor has completed various “restoration” type projects in NYS and elsewhere. He was the contractor that meticulously disassembled the House/Barn and labeled it for reassembly. We have recently met with him to go over reconstruction details. Current estimates indicate the the project could be completed in the October / November 2012 timeframe. The Town of Wheatfield is aware of and does support the restoration project. The local community has been made aware of the project and has supported us by contributions and participation in fund raising events hosted by our society.

6. Economic Viability: Each project should have a realistic assessment of anticipated economic viability, including consideration of on-going operation and maintenance (O&M) costs. Projects should be encouraged to incorporate sustainability.  

Our project proposal contains funding for on-going maintenance. Part of our current operational maintenance budget is provided by the Town of Wheatfield. Additionally, our Society membership of several hundred continues to sustain us on a regular basis.    

7. Local Sponsor or Partner: Projects need a sponsor that will oversee the long-term viability of the project: continued funding needs, operations and maintenance efforts, security, oversight of management and condition and stewardship into the future. The stronger the capacity of the sponsor, the more likely the project will be successful. Joint sponsors are encouraged where feasible.  

The Historical Society of the North German Settlements of WNY has been a 501 C3 organization since 1973. We work closely with all the other Historical Societies and museums in the area and are supported financially and otherwise by the Town of Wheatfield. Please review the letters of support at the end of this document. Our Society has been and will continue to be a good working partner with all of the local political subdivisions. Although the Niagara-Wheatfield School District’s Greenway funds are committed, as you see, they support our project. We anticipate that Niagara County will be our sponsor / partner in this project.    

8. Matching Funds/ Leveraging: policy to leverage the funds to the maximum amount possible. Dedicated Greenway funds should be seen as seed money, employed as “gap” financing, used to leverage other investments or to match grants obtained from other sources.  

Our Society plans to invest almost our entire treasury in this project. Additionally $5,000 has been granted through NYS Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation as part of an old grant application, but at this point are in danger of being lost because we have not assembled the required funds to initiate the project. Recent developments lead us to believe that we will be able to acquire the funds to start the project immediately, but we need all the possible help that we can get.  

 

9. Consideration of other Planning Efforts: Proposals for projects should build upon the great deal of planning work that has been completed throughout the region, and take local goals, values and vision into consideration while meeting best practices and models set forth in federal, state and regional documents including advances in new technology.  

Our society has been working on this project for several years and real action has just become financially possible recently. The Niagara River Greenway funding will be the lynch-pin that will allow us to execute our start up plans and get rolling. We are meeting with our contractor this month to talk about his detailed proposal.    

10. Clear Benefits: All projects should demonstrate clear benefits to the Niagara River, the Niagara River Greenway and the stated vision of the Greenway as a world-class corridor. B. Funding Sources: The Action Plan, in conjunction with Appendix D, describes potential funding sources for projects and activities along the Greenway.

If granted, The Niagara River Greenway dollars will be diligently utilized to provide the maximum value possible. In summary, there will be clear benefits obtained for our Greenway corridor. -

Enhancement of an existing, “world class” genealogy research facility, library and Museum.

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Building of an authentically restored, unique, “Einhaus” or “All-in-One” (House/Barn). This educational facility will be used to expand communication of the historical stories of the original settlers of this area of the Niagara River Greenway and educate the community as well as tourists.

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Provide a meticulously restored, historically accurate and authentic, facility in which our society and greater community can celebrate our collective heritage by increasing and sharing knowledge of how these hardy immigrants farmed the Greenway land, worked with its soil and clay to provide art, sustenance, their livelihood and provided manpower for the growth of the Greenway area from the Tonawandas to Niagara Falls and beyond.

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Improve and beautify our museum facility, improve our marketing materials, and signage so we can continue to grow into a “must visit” destination for tourists and residents alike for years to come.

3. Define the budget for the proposed project and include costs for the following:

Design & Consulting

$

8,000 (Existing Invoices for $5,000 + Additional estimate For Design & Consult on foundation and utilities) 99,500 (see below for detail estimates) 0 (Existing “Einhaus” structure and property owned) 0 (All Volunteer) 3,000/ Year 10,000 (Includes new brochure and signage to conform To Niagara Co. specifications)

Construction Acquisition Administration Operation and Maintenance / Year Operation (One time costs)

$ $ $ $ $

TOTAL PROJECT COST

$ 120,500

Note: Proposed vendor will donate $2,500 as “in-kind” design & consulting services if selected. Note: Proposed vendor will offer an $1,000 discount if selected

Estimated Cost Schedule for Construction, Restoration and Erection: (Detail for above) o Frame repairs and Restoration - $25,000 o Foundation - $15,000 o Erection - $10,000 o Roof - $16,000 o Sides - $16,500 o Floors - $11,000. o Doors & Windows - $6,000 Note: Please see the actual quotation pages in the back of this document for additional detail.

Identify all sources of funding and the amount of funding expected from each source. Identify and quantify funds that are already on hand or have been allocated for the proposed project. Explain how the project will be operated and maintained.

Historical Society Treasury $ 20,000 (from a total treasury amt. of prox. $22,000) Niagara River Greenway Project (Potential) $ 100,000 Potential NYS Parks grant $ 5,000 (from an old submission, trying to revive)

The project will be operated and maintained through the general treasury of the Historical Society and an annual $2,500 contribution from the Town of Wheatfield.

4. Describe the measures taken at the local level to gain community and government support for this project (hearings, petitions, public surveys, resolutions of support or other methods). If this project has been cited or described in a local planning document or some equivalent thereof, attach copies of that documentation highlighting the sections that are relevant to the proposed project. Describe the role of municipal agencies, stakeholder groups, consultants, volunteers or others who will be involved in the proposed project. We are anticipating that Niagara County, our host county, will become a sponsor or partner with our Society on this project. The Town of Wheatfield, the host municipality of our project, has reviewed our proposal and provided initial approval (copy of documentation included). Additionally the council has provided a resolution of support for our project. Another of the Greenway stakeholders, the Niagara –Wheatfield Central School District supports our project, although their Greenways funds are already committed. (Please see the attached letter from NWCSD) Our Society is totally volunteer based. There are no paid employees. All staffing of the museum as well as participation with other Historical Societies, events, related organizations and municipal agencies is done on a volunteer basis. 5. Describe and document the environmental setting and existing conditions at the proposed project site. If you are not the owner of the property include a letter(s) or resolution(s) evidencing support for the project by the owner. Provide photographs, conceptual plans and drawings that show the site as it presently exists and the how the site will change with the addition of the proposed project. Describe how your project will comply with the State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA). The existence of wetlands, significant upland and aquatic habitats, and plant or animals species that are classified as rare, threatened, or endangered should be noted. Explain how such natural resources will be protected and / or enhanced. Cite any relevant project related studies.

Existing Das Haus German Heritage Museum at 2549 Niagara Rd. in Bergholz, Town of Wheatfield, Niagara Falls with land on the right for reconstruction and placement of the Haseley “Einhaus“(All-in-one House / Barn). Please see the attached Town of Wheatfield site approval at the end of this document.

Site and Landscape Plan

Proposed rendering of completed Haseley “Einhaus” (All-in-One, house / Barn)

Associated drawings of the disassembly of the original structure and numbering, positioning and reassembly instructions of the existing pieces to conform to the original structural intent.

Site of existing Das Haus German Heritage Museum and proposed  Haseley “EinHaus” (House / Barn) Restoration.