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Tourism-Related, Small-Scale Municipality-Owned Capital Project Narrative L. Project Description: Please describe the project in detail, lndicate the major work to be completed, any milestones that need to be overcome in order for the project to move forward and include a comparison of existing and proposed conditions, The small capital project we are requesting grant funding for entails renovating the announcer stand booth in the Rodeo Arena of the Kittitas Valley Event Center. The current structure is a tin-framed building that was not properly ventilated or insulated when originally constructed, creating condensation issues due to the humidity levels in the winter. The condensation problem led to growth of mold in the walls and old carpet. This is a high priority to address due to the health and safety of our event holders, visitors, and staff. Our project includes demoing the interior sheet rock walls, removing all old insulation and mold, and disposing of water-damaged ceiling tiles. We will then re-insulate the entire interior with a spray foam that will be water resistant and solve our condensation issues. The new insulation will prevent the water accumulation that is damaging to the ceiling, walls, and carpet of the announcer stand. The last step will be to place a finished wall over the spray foam insulation to look clean for professional uses. Some of the milestones to overcome will include making sure the specs of the insulation meet city and fire codes for safety abuse. We will be working closety with our county departments, contractors, and local officials to make sure the new renovations me all current standards. 2. Kittitas County Tourism lnfrastructure Plan: Please explain how the project meets the goals and priorities in the Kittitas County Tourism lnfrastructure Plan as adopted. Also, describe the specific county tourism infrastructure needs the project addresses and how the project directly increases tourism. Explain how the improvements will promote tourism in Kittitas County and indicate specifically how the improvements will directly increase economic activity resulting from tourists (see the definition of tourist on page 3 of this application). The Kittitas Valley Event Center is not only home to the famous Ellensburg Rodeo, but many large rodeo and other closely related events in the Rodeo Arena every year. Some of these events are growing rapidly and are being associated with larger stakeholders across the country, such as PRCA. Having a properly working facility customers can conduct their high-level events in, is very important to our tourism plan in order to keep those large economic drivers and possibly gain new ones. With the renovations, the announcer stand will be much more versatile and able to use longer periods of the year. 3. Use of Grant Funds: Please explain exactly how the requested funds will be used. lnclude an itemized list. The following steps and expenses will be needed to complete the project: 1. lnterior Demo, Cleaning and Disposal 2. Wrapping and Protective Outlay