Construction Update December 7, 2009

Construction Update

Week of December 7, 2009

Men of Gamma, Greetings men! I realize it has been a month and a half since the last newsletter but believe me, there has been no shortage of progress. Since my last newsletter, we have finally received our building permit and have begun reconstruction in earnest. You will see by the photos throughout, we have not only started rising from the ground but the historic chapter house is also beginning to take shape. The majority of the action has occurred in three key areas; the foundation of the new addition, the interior framing of the new suites in the chapter house, and utility work. Right now you can stand in our future multi-purpose basement and start to envision future gatherings where alumni and actives join together and celebrate our common bonds. You can walk the framed corridors of our historic house and envision the great common space that has been created to bring our members closer in friendship. You can stand in the area of our future Alumni Terrace and realize our house will be the envy of all other fraternities on campus. With those words I will show you the progress through photos but remind you that our work as Alumni is not complete. We are still short of our fundraising goals and we are looking for your help. We have various options for your involvement including tax free donations to the foundation, simple gifts of any value, pledges spread out over months or years, or the purchase of notes to support our immediate needs. Our bank financing is in place, our contractor is hard at work and now we need you to help at whatever level possible! Please think about being a part of our campaign and give back to the house that has hopefully given you memories and bonds for life. All the Best,

T.J. Blakeman, Construction Chair Pledge Class of 1999 (217) 414-0630 or [email protected]

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View all of the construction photos (updated weekly) at www.aklgamma.com.

Entrance to Second House Suite

Third house stair landing

Second House Suite

Common study space in third floor Seniors Suite

If you plan to be in the Champaign-Urbana area and would like to tour the house, please contact T.J. Blakeman at (217) 403-8800 and we will schedule a visit.

We Still Need Your Help! Although work is underway we have met 90% of our funding goals we must continue our fundraising efforts to complete the project. We are hoping that as you see work underway, that you will feel confident in our progress to continue or begin making generous contributions.

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To complete this project we need

YOUR HELP!!!

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