Condition Assessment for the Walters Jail

Short Term---We received a condition/assessment grant. The grant approval showed our city council that the Minnesota Historical Society feels our jail has significant historical value. The city council also realized that there would be a means to save the jail.
Progress Indicator---LHB Corporation was hired to do the condition & assessment of the jail. This was accomplished on July 6, 2017 and final report was received on November 17, 2017.

Intermediate Term---Our city council now has very detailed and accurate information on what actual repairs need to be done to the jail, a timeline to implement these repairs, and an estimated cost of those repairs.
Progress Indicator---The condition assessment report gives us detailed information on repairs that need to be done and a timeline in which those repairs should be addressed. According to the report, the high priority (1-3 years) issues to be addressed are: Secure temporary enclosure around the jail, stabilize and shore the building to accommodate needed repairs on the brick masonry, provide a stable foundation, repair masonry walls, do needed roof repairs, secure windows and door against water infiltration, provide a city staff inspection annually. Our committee's top priority will be to achieve the stabilization and water tightness of the building, and get the funds to do so within the next year.