District #107 (Burschville) School Condition Assessment

We believe we achieved the results we were looking for and our structural questions were answered to the best of the consultants knowledge. What we still don't know is when the floor joist were installed to strengthen the floor. The work may have been done when the school closed for 3 years around 1946 The consultant found a stamp on the wood floor joist. His research gave us a timeline when the work was probably done. Any people in the area, who would have knowledge of this work, have unfortunately passed away. No records were discovered to give us that information.

Having an assessment report provides our members and those in the community with credibility. We can appeal to members and the community for donations and help to work on the school. It gives us a solid plan to strive for and gives direction and authority to our work.

We achieved the results we did because of all the work done previously to record the history of the school to become a National Historic Site. We took photos under the school and in the bell tower when we did work on the school in 2016. Having several recent, behind the scenes, photos also helped our consultant. We didn't have to open up siding or flooring to exam the structure. Our consultant, Bob Mack, was on site to get a first hand look at the school and its structure. His knowledge and experience as a consultant were exceptional and helped us receive the results we did.