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Major Task Confronting PCEC

The PCEC, partnering with the Pamunkey Baptist Association (PBA) is tasked with renovating the PBA building, a historical landmark, to its original configuration following recommendations outlined in the Q-Design architectural review. The work will maintain and or restore the historic integrity of the building’s interior and exterior as much as possible while adhering to county building codes. Further goals include upgrading the kitchen/pantry, providing office space and seven classrooms, and upgrading mechanical/plumbing/electrical systems.

Due to the scope and cost of the project, the PCEC Board of Directors recommend that the renovation be completed in three phases: 1) Phase 1 – Face-lift; Phase 2 – Nuts and Bolts; Phase 3 – The Trim. Detailed specifications from the Q-Design Architectural Review and details provided By Benjamin T. Kenney & Sons, Inc. (Class A Contractor) were used to develop the phases.

Phase 1 – Face-lift … Estimated Cost $150,000. Work in Phase 1 will primarily include modifications to the building’s exterior with minor work to the yards and grounds. Exterior work includes refurbishing existing roof and restoring exterior windows to their original Rosenwald design. Due to the urgency and needed repairs of rest rooms, phase 1 will include work to the men and women restroom. In addition, safety concerns require that the handicap ramp be repaired.

Phase 2 – Nuts and Bolts … Estimated Cost $250,000. Phase 2 work will include modifications to the building’s interior. Interior work to includes, refurbishing the auditorium, re-configuring classrooms to the Rosenwald design using the space to incorporate two offices and seven classrooms. Work will also include upgrades to kitchen/pantry and the HVAC install.

Phase 3 – The Trim … Estimated Cost $70,000. Phase 3 work to include the audio video equipment install; markers to identify the “Old Shop” building, basketball court, etc.; fire extinguishers; building security; Signage; completion of yards and grounds work.

Fund raising plans are underway. The plans will be posted when completed.

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About Us

Our organization works hard to strengthen and preserve the social fabric of our community. There’s just one thing missing: you. Are you interesting in volunteering with organization? Contact us and become part of our community!

The mission of the Center is to empower the citizens of King William County to maximize their potential and to shape a better future.

The purpose of the Corporation shall be 1) To function as a charitable, educational, and tax exempt corporation in accordance with section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code; 2) To develop and support a community center dedicated to a holistic approach to community living, family preservation and educational development of children, youth and adults; 3) To provide community information and outreach (services) to citizens of King William County.

PCEC is not the PBA

The PCEC and the PBA are separate entities. The PCEC is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Corporation and the PBA is an Association. The relationship between the two organizations was established through PCEC’s Board of Directors. Per PCEC’s by-laws, 3 of 11 director positions will be filled by PBA pastors. The relationship is not binding as the two organizations get their marching orders from different sources. The PCEC receives its direction from its Board of Directors and the PBA receives its direction from its Moderator and the 15 member churches.

The PCEC was birthed out of the PBA and maintains its own autonomy. During a One Day Session business meeting in February 2012, the PBA authorized the formation of a Non-Profit Corporation. The purpose of the non-profit corporation is to 1) Raise funds via grants to restore and maintain the PBA building; 2) Expand programs currently offered by the PBA; and 3) Add new programs.

History

During a One Day Session business meeting in February 2012, the PBA, via a motion and subsequent vote authorized the Grant Advisory Committee to form a non-profit Corporation with a goal to solicit funds to restore the PBA building and to expand programs offered by the PBA. The name selected for the non-profit corporation was “The Pamunkey Community Empowerment Center.” It was agreed that the mission of the Center would be to empower the citizens of King William County to maximize their potential to shape a better future. The PBA also agreed on the by-laws proposed by the Grant Advisory Committee.

On May 1, 2012, the PCEC was officially incorporated. In May, the non-profit received its EIN number. In March 2013, PCEC received its 501(c)3 status.

In April, 2016, the PCEC received a $10,000 matching grant from the National Trust Preservation Fund to conduct an architectural study of PBA Building.

In July 2016, PCEC signed contract with Q-Design to conduct architectural review.

In October 2016, Q-Design presented its findings to PCEC.

The PBA building was deemed structurally sound and worthy of restoration.