Is this United We Build campaign just for the property, or do we plan another campaign for the building and facilities? Are there any current plans on how we plan to handle the existing facilities? The current campaign is for property and first facilities as determined by the study team and architects. The campaign will be enhanced by the sale of the current facilities and securing loans as needed Back to Top
Is the current UWB Campaign for a 3 year committment like the last UWB Campaign? The current campaign will be for a 3 year commitment. Back to Top
Will the church make provisions for contributions of stock (publicly traded shares)? This would allow members to donate appreciated stock shares and receive added tax benefits. Yes, Crossroads has an account set up to receive stock contributions. Please contact Amie Edling or John Brown for account information at 936-273-5683.
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Are there any plans to include a steeple in the master design? A steeple makes a church look like just that, a church. Adding church bells or carillons would be perfect. I firmly believe church bells on Sunday mornings entice people to come to church. I don't know about Woodlands restrictions on bells, but they would certainly add a spiritual touch. At this time we do not have a "steeple". However, there is an elevated tower that serves as an entrance with a large cross on top. The Building Development Project team will discuss this at our next meeting. In the meantime, we will try and find out what regulations TWOC has on bells. Back to Top
As we struggled to exit yesterday's service, I was wondering if there will be enough entrance and exit space to prevent similar log jams of members waiting to get in as others are leaving? Short answer is YES. The key to moving the folks is not only the number of doors but a large area for the traffic to flow through. The large "Commons" area will allow sufficient area for folks to be able to stop and visit yet not impede traffic flow as we have now. A great deal of discussion has gone into this very subject. While we surely do not guarantee we have the answers, we are also relying on MG&A and their extensive church designing history to help guide us in this area. Back to Top
What will be the cost of Phase 1? I do not feel that we have communicated adequately regarding the cost of our future plans. Phase I is actually broken down into three sub-phases; A, B & C. Phase 1A's cost is set at $11,935,000. Phase 1B's cost is set at $2,045,000 and Phase 1C's cost is $2,596,000. All three phases added to the land cost gives us a total project cost of $22,225,000.
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Most of the parking appears to be quite a distance from the building, and I'm concerned about the distance the senior adult population would have to walk. Shuttles do not work for some using canes and walkers who would have difficulty climbing in and out of bus-type transportation. I'm also concerned about the majority of the parking being on the opposite side of the main road access. I envision two issues: children darting across in front of cars, which could be helped by using security to stop the vehicular traffic; however, stopping inbound vehicular traffic for pedestrians could cause stopped traffic on 242 while we wait for pedestrians to cross. An overhead walkway from the parking across the main drive would also alleviate the problem, but would in turn create a requirement for people to be able to climb stairs to cross. How do you envision parking working? There will be senior, visitor, and handicapped parking in close proximity to the buildings and in strict accordance with the laws and ADA requirements. We have also allowed several covered drop off areas where families with small children and others requiring them can do just that and then parking will be in the regular lots. We have discussed a covered walk from the parking lot and also the use of trams, but at this time no decisions have been made. We have also discussed with the designers and they are working on making the "crossing area" on Alden Woods "very distinctive and well marked". The traffic issue is not that big of a concern because there will be multiple entrances and the main entrance you are referring to has a right turn shoulder lane. Back to Top
Will Phase I include a gym for sports, recreation, fellowship, summer activities and community outreach? Actually the master plan does not allow for a gymnasium at any phase. One of the advantages to having the school property at our disposal is the use of their gymnasium when we need it and it is available. Of course there is a rental fee associated with it. We will also have access to the open Pavillion immediately behind our property. In reviewing the requirements from the staff, other priorities took precedence. Back to Top
How does Crossroads' relocation impact The Church at Alden Bridge? If current property is sold and leased back, will we ensure The Church at Alden Bridge can use the facility also? As a church plant, we continue to do all we can to support the ministries of The Church at Alden Bridge (TCAAB). While doing so, we have continued to keep them in the loop as we have gone through the various stages of our search for property and decision to relocate. Pastor Jeff Lynn and his leadership fully understand that our current facilities will be sold which may or may not require them to seek an alternative location. That decision will have to be negotiated between the new buyer and TCAAB. I believe they have been considering other sites to meet and will be ready to move when the time comes. Back to Top
Crossroads sponsors Boy Scout Troop 886 which meets weekly in the portable building. Have any plans been made to accommodate the special needs of Troop 886 and other church-sponsored groups such as adequate meeting room area, outside activity space, equipment storage space and Troop trailer parking? We will use this information in developing this criteria. Back to Top
Regarding the parking area and distance to Bible study and worship facilities, one option used by other churches is electrically operated carts with multiple seats to move people from parking area to worship factilites. Yes, and that certainly is one of the options we are considering for future plans. Back to Top
Will we be using a 480/277 volt main service. We have not specifically discussed this since the MEP firm has not been selected by MG&A. We are certain though with this size campus and the multiple building design, it is almost a given. It would also be best from an efficiency standpoint. We have discussed having some outdoor sub panels located for use in activities such as VBS and AWANA's. Back to Top
Will Phase I have parking North of the Worship Center, which will be removed for Phase II? Couldn't that parking be installed to the West? Yes, this parking will be removed in future phases. However, in an effort to afford as much close-in parking as possible, that location was used now because the phase that will replace that parking will be phase 3 or 4 which are anticipated later. As far as locating it to the west, there is not enough room given the set-asides required by The Woodlands Operating Company (TWOC). Our civil engineers and architects have worked closely with TWOC and each other to utilize our available land. Back to Top
What number of the 1240 parking spaces are reserved for disabled (handicapped) parking? We do not have an exact number but we have been assured that we exceed the ADA requirements. All of the parking in close proximity to the buildings will be reserved for visitors, seniors and handicapped. Back to Top
Will a canopy be erected at drop-off / pick-up spots to minimize exposure during inclimate weather? Actually there are multiple covered drop-off areas. There are two for certain and possibly three. They are all large enough to accommodate multiple vehicles. Back to Top
Will there be a focal area or allocated greenspace for outside sunrise services if we ever have one? Also will we take our 6-foot cross with us or leave it? In the early phases there will be ample green space. Later phases that space will be utilized as depicted in the Master Plan. Also keep in mind that our neighbors, the school also have abundant green space at this time. As far as the crosses, that particular subject has not been discussed. However knowing that it has been a focal point of our Easter services for so long I am certain we will either move those or install new ones. Back to Top
Roughly what percent of our present furniture will be moved into the new site once it's complete and what will be done with the rest? The finance team has been charged with the sale of our existing facility. Our team will be assisting as required. The furnishings that will remain have not been determined at this time. Most likely the worship center chairs in both the main and the youth centers will remain. Most of the classroom furnishings will be reused in the new facility. The purchaser of our existing facility will have some determination in this. If another church buys our property then of course those items become negotiable dependent on their requirements and financial abilities. If not, then we will determine the best use of those items. Back to Top
Will there be an elevator located in the church for those who are not able to walk upstairs? Where will the special needs ministry's room be located? Yes, we are planning on an elevator and locating it within very close proximity to the room alloted for the special needs ministry.
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When will the current facility go on the market and do you have a range for the asking price? In November 2006, we will identify a suitable realtor and list the property for sale. Our anticipated list price will be around $4.0 million. Back to Top
Will the new facility have restrooms close to the choir loft to assist those who sing multiple services back to back? Currently there will be a restroom at the top of the stairs above the choir loft (baptistry area) and another located a short distance away in a rear hall. However the main ladies restroom is much larger and will accommodate a greater number of users than our current facility. Back to Top
Has an agreement been reached with the Woodlands Christian Academy? Yes, an agreement has been executed with TWCA. Back to Top
It appears, although not quite clear, that there are multiple entrances in the nursery area. Will these be monitored for people coming and going? All of the connecting doors will have one-way panic hardware to maintain the security of the area. Back to Top
On the Special Needs classroom, you might want to consider a wall window to the hallway. This is a higher risk category and there generally needs to be clear visibility. This is an excellent idea and we will pass this on to MG&A. Back to Top
In the Youth Building: There seem to be "pockets" behind the stage and pose a high risk area. Will there be a means to secure those areas and keep locked when not in use? These areas are actually storage closets that will have locking doors on them. Back to Top
The video seems to indicate so, but just to confirm - are windows on all doors of all classrooms? All of the doors in the classroom area have windows in them.
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Will the building be sprinklered? We will follow up with the builder regarding this question. Back to Top
What is the projected square footage in Phase 1? approximately 73,000 square feet Back to Top
Is the drive for increased pledges part of our current pledge term or for a new 3 year term? Since this is approximately 1 year into the current campaign, would it be possible to extend our current pledge another year? If God is leading you to increase the UWB pledge you made earlier in the year, you have the option to include it in the original 3 year period or to start the clock over and begin a new 3 year period. If you choose to start the clock again, please indicate that on your pledge card by writing in 2007 to 2010.
For those who are making their initial pledge at this time, it would be for a 3 year period begining in February 2007 to February 2010 Back to Top
We are hoping that a manual church bell will be added to the plans. One that even the members and their families might have the opportunity to ring on Sunday morning. Is there still a chance for church bells? At this time, the current plans for Phase 1 do not include a bell in the tower. However that is not to say one could not be added to the property if enough interest were generated. Back to Top
What levels do you foresee for future staffing requirements at 242? Since we are projecting growth in our membership, I would assume a larger staff will be needed. What are the current plans for offices and work area for the staff? Initially during the first couple of phases of the master plan (and after the sale of our current facility), the offices will be located in temporary office trailers that will be on the south side of the property behind the tree line. It is uncertain at this time whether it will be a series of trailers or a modular setup.
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I never quite have understood why we should hire the same company to design and build the church. Is there an explanation for this? It seems like there would be a conflict of interest there for the builder. Would it not be a good idea to have it designed and then take the project out for bid? There are several approaches to take in this area. Design and build is becoming a mainstay in the commercial and especially the faith based construction industry. The Pastoral staff was involved along with the Building Project Development Team Leader in the interview and selection process of our contractor. While there may be some disadvantages, there are many advantages in design and build. We have a single point of contact throughout the process. It also virtually eliminates and at least streamlines the change order process. We are also able to more closely control the costs since it is a reimbursable contract with a fixed fee. Back to Top
