Heritage Community Center

Center

The Building

The design is modeled after the barn structures that characterize the area’s farming heritage. The Heritage Center will contain a lobby, main hall, restrooms, and kitchen. The construction will incorporate energy efficiency and solar technologies

The architects of our Heritage Center, Frances Campani and Michael Schwarting, were winners of one of eleven awards granted by the American Institute of Architects for a project in NYC! They have designed a beautiful and versatile Heritage Center. We are proud of them and their involvement with our mission.

Francis and Michael state “We have designed a building that is in keeping with this part of Long Island that has an important agricultural history and character. The building will contain uplifting spaces to house the process of community building. The building is also contemporary and looks to the future in its use of state-of-the-art energy efficient and sustainable technology. It is our hope that it will become an important "landmark" in the community.”

Remember the Heritage Community Center is a project of the not-for-profit Heritage Trust. The Center is on Heritage Trust land adjacent to land owned by Suffolk County. The Heritage Trust will schedule the use of the Heritage Community Center.

Uses

The Trust invites individuals and organizations to organize events and programs using the facilities of the Center and Park. All such activities will promote a sense of place and community.

The Heritage Center will provide:

A home base for The Heritage Trust.
Office and reception area.
A place for partners of the Heritage Trust to offer programs and events.
For example :Scout and North Shore Youth Council Programs.
Citizens with a place to gather and meet after visiting the park.
Exercise and flexibility classes.
Children playgroups and parenting meetings.
A focus for community celebrations and ceremonies.
Halloween and Tree and Menorah lightening celebrations.
Space for people of different ages to express their talents and interests.
Art and puppet shows; Concerts, Theater productions.
Restroom facilities and light refreshments for visitors to the park.
Facilities for organizations and family celebrations.
Birthday parties and receptions.

One example of an anticipated use:

The Heritage Trust, Mt. Sinai Civic Association and the Mt. Sinai Fire Department organize an annual Holiday Tree and Menorah lighting community program. The community center will provide a warm place where people can gather after the outdoor ceremonies to greet each other and learn about the meaning associated with the seasonal celebrations. Other seasonal programs and events will promote a sense of community.

Building Use Guidelines (available in PDF)

The following use guidelines apply to the Heritage Center at North Shore Heritage Park in Mount Sinai. The Heritage Center is managed by the Heritage Trust, a 501c3 not-for-profit corporation.

Applications: (available in PDF)

Rental Applications must be completed and a deposit must be accepted before date is guaranteed. A deposit of 35% of the rental fee is expected at the time of application. Balance of the rental fee and security deposit will be required 14 days prior to the scheduled event.

Applications must be made by the principal organizer of the event and cannot be reassigned or transferred without express written consent of the Heritage Trust Board of Directors.

The Heritage Trust reserves the right to review, cancel or deny applications if the event is too large for the venue or is deemed inappropriate by the Heritage Trust.

Scheduling:

Scheduling can be done as much as one year in advance and is handled on a first come, first served basis. Deposit and application guidelines above must be met.

Events that are scheduled to begin before regular center hours or continue past standard closing time are subject to approval of the board of directors and may require an additional fee. Use after the close of normal hours must be requested a minimum of 10 days prior to the event.

The Heritage Center is available for meetings during the following times:

Monday to Thursday 10:00AM to 10:00PM
Fridays from 10:00AM to 4:00PM (except for Holidays).

The Heritage Center is available for non meeting activities

Friday from 4:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Saturday, Sunday and Holidays (except Christmas and Thanksgiving) from 10:00AM through 10:00PM.

Conditions of Use:

Applicants guarantee:

Orderly behavior
Financial responsibility for damages occurring during their use of the facility
Activity is lawful
Minors are accompanied and/or chaperoned by responsible adults
No changes can be made to the building including the installation or or removal from the building of any electrical appliances
That the tables walls and floor of the building will be clear of decorations, supplies, debris and items brought by the renter

The following are prohibited from use in the Heritage Center:

Helium balloons
Candles (except birthday candles or center piece candles)
Gas or charcoal grills
Open fires
Hay bales
Cornstalks
Pets and animals including reptiles, amphibians, mammals and birds (except for service animals)
Dunk tanks
Motor vehicles including motor bikes, cars, tractors
Fireworks
Nailing, screwing, bolting, tacking or taping anything to the walls, tables or floors

In addition,

Smoking is strictly prohibited
Beer and wine may be served only to adults over the age of 21 as in accordance with State Law.
Hard Liquor may be served only by licensed caterers
Renters and event attendees may not engage in any illegal behavior including but not limited to serving alcoholic beverages to minors, providing tobacco products to minors, drug use or possession, sale, use or possession of fireworks

The following are acceptable with permission of the event coordinator:

Bounce houses
Popcorn makers

Rental

Families and organizations will be able to rent the Community Center for special occasions or for routine meetings and events. The large meeting room will provide plenty of space. Portioned off spaces can be arranged for small meetings or the whole center can be used for larger gatherings. The Center will have a small warming kitchen. Caterers will have room to set up their food services.

HERITAGE CENTER RENTAL RATES

The Heritage Center is a unique location featuring a rustic, warm, friendly atmosphere. The center boasts a large reception area, warming kitchen and large private room that is perfect for parties, graduations, awards dinners other large events. With space for up to 100+ people in the Great Room, your event can be held in style.

Be one of the first in the community to host an event at the center.

Q: How will the cost of my event by determined?

A: It will depend on the type of event you are having and when the event will take place.

Events fall into one of two categories.

If your event does NOT charge an admission fee, vendor fee or require a donation for entry or participation your rental charges will be based on rental of building, equipment and security deposit.
If an admission fee, vendor fee or donation for entry is required your rental charges will be based on rental of building, equipment and security deposit.

Note: The Heritage Trust may require an additional percentage of the “door as part of your final payment.” This type of event must be booked through the special events coordinator.

All bookings subject to the following:

Payment made with check or money order
1/3 down at time of booking (non refundable) plus security deposit
Complete payment due 30 days before scheduled event
Rental Rates are based on time in building.
Set up and breakdown time is included in your rental price.

Rental Rates effective March 1, 2008
Rates are subject to change without notice.

Base Pricing	*Per hour	Fri/Sat after 5 pm	After 10 pm any night
½ Great Room up to 45	$35	Add $5 hr	Add $10 hr
Great Room up to 100 (includes kitchen)	$70	Add $10 hr	Add $20 hr
**Lobby over 100 after 5 pm only	Add $25	Add $5 hr	Add $10 hr

* Minimum 2 hour rentals – contact us for 1 hour rates during center hours or other scheduled nights

**Lobby rental required for parties over 100 – inquire for details

Rental of the ½ divided Great Room includes 36 chairs and 6 rectangular 6 ft tables
Rental of the Great Room includes 72 chairs and 12 rectangular 6 ft tables

Staff member to assist during regular center hours

Building attendant on duty for all after hours events – tables and chairs will be set-up according to your approved floor plan

Security Deposit

$100 for ½ divided Great Room
$200 for Great Room/with kitchen ($250 Friday/Saturday after 5 pm)

Additional Services are available as noted below.

Tables

6 Ft. x 30" Seats up to 8	7.00
8 Ft. x 30" Seats up to 10	8.00
36" Round Seats up to 6	6.50
48" Round Seats up to 8	7.50
60" Round Seats up to 10	8.00

Linens/disposable table clothes - priced by size
Chairs - $1/chair
Coffee Maker / Hot Water – $10/55 cups
Projector Rental - $30
Sound System Rental - $30-50
Stage Lighting - $25
Technical assistance (AV)

Examples

Sample room rental rates (does not include additional table and chairs)

1. Saturday afternoon Birthday Party from 12 – 5 pm ( 5 hours) for 40 people (No kitchen) ½ Great Room $175
Total $175.00

2. Saturday afternoon Birthday Party from 12 – 5 pm ( 5 hours) for 80 people (with kitchen) Great Room $350
Total $350.00

3. Saturday Evening Birthday Party from 7 – 12 midnight ( 5 hours) for 80 people (with kitchen)
Great Room $350 plus $50 for Sat premium plus $40 for after 10 pm premium
Total $440.00

4. Saturday Evening Retirement Party from 7-12 midnight( 5 hours) for 110 people (with kitchen)
Great Room $350 plus $50 for Sat premium plus $40 for after 10 pm premium plus $170 for lobby including Sat and after 10 premium
Total $610.00

Whole Building Design/ SIPs/Solar Energy

Energy Technologies

Whole Building Design Program with LIPA
Structural Insulated panels (R value 42.7)
Solar Energy Kyocera photovoltaic panels (58 panels 14,450 KWH per year)
Windows (Low-E glazing, U-value .29, shading coefficient 43)
Displacement ventilation system
Energy efficient mechanical systems, fixtures and appliances
Occupancy sensors, LED exit signs, Reduced lighting load)
Water conservation fixtures and environmentally “friendly” materials.
CO2 sensors to modulate the outside air damper.

Whole Building Design

The Heritage Trust has partnered with LIPA in its Whole Building Design Program. Frances Campani and Michael Schwarting, architects for the Heritage Trust, worked with the engineers of LIPA to design a building that integrates various energy efficient and renewable energy technologies. This integrated approach will reduce the energy demands of the building compared to a traditionally designed building. LIPA’s program encourages this program by offering a rebate after the energy technologies are installed. The energy efficient design will increase capital building costs but these costs will be offset with rebates from LIPA and a large reduction in on-going energy costs once the building is up and running.

These energy features will be used as the basis for future educational programs offered at the center.

Structural Insulated Panels

These panels ( SIPs or structural insulated panels) are sandwiches of chipboard plywood and polystyrene with an R value of 42.7. Large panels were fastened to the infrastructure of the building. This high insulation value and infiltration free shell will require less energy for heating and cooling than traditional construction.

Solar Energy Kyocera Photovoltaic Panels

building

Photovoltaic panels will be placed on the roof of the south side of the building. These panels will convert sunlight to electricity. The electricity will be used to run the energy systems of the building or if not needed in the building the electricity will be transferred to the electrical grid of LIPA. Gary Minnick of GoSolar has helped the Heritage Trust with the design features of the photovoltaic system.

Other Energy Technologies

The windows, lights and mechanical systems of the building are also energy efficient. The goal of the architects and the Trust is to create a building that will be use our natural resources wisely. the energy efficient design will increase capital

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