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Fourth Quarter 2014
Quality Construction through Expertise, Efficiency, & Integrity
Serving Our Clients Since 1981
Fourth Quarter 2014
#1 Nationally Ranked Kirby Builder
The A. R. Chesson Construction Pre-Engineered Metal Building Division has been recognized
for the second consecutive year as one of the top builders for Kirby Building Systems (A
NUCOR Company) in 2014 and ranked #1 nationally in shipments over other Kirby Builders.
The new year gets off to a good
start with the CD-1 warehouse reroof project at Naval Station
Norfolk.
This
project
includes
demolishing existing roof panels
and installing a new 360’ x 420’
gable roof. Additionally, new roof
panels will be fabricated onsite to
extend ridge to eave without any
joints resulting in an impressive
Naval Station Norfolk
seamless panel over 180’ long.
Continuing Green Initiatives
A. R. Chesson Construction promotes sustainable and ecologically
friendly worksites by using “Green” construction methods and recycling
whenever possible. An area of concern is the amount of scrap metal that
is directed to area landfills from our dumpsters. In an effort to reduce
this waste, our firm negotiated an arrangement with Empire Recyclers of
Lewiston, NC. Empire has agreed to provide scrap metal recycling
dumpsters for selective jobsites that produce significant metal waste. Empire will collect the
scrap metal collected from those jobsites which will reduce the amount of landfill waste and
recycle the scrap metal to a useable form. A. R. Chesson Construction takes pride in this
partnership and actively seeks other ways to reduce waste and promote environmental
sustainability. This is one of the many ways that A. R. Chesson Construction is committed to
“Quality Construction through Expertise, Efficiency and Integrity”.
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Standard Medical Acceptance (SMA) Corporation
A. R. Chesson Construction has been selected as Construction Manager to facilitate renovations to the second
floor of the Edenton Town Hall Building enticing business expansion into eastern NC. The renovated space
will be occupied by Standard Medical Acceptance (SMA) Corporation. SMA plans to create 32 jobs with an
investment of more than $552,000 over the next three years in Edenton. SMA is a privately held, New York
based company that is a leader in valuation and collateralization of health care receivables for the nation’s
leading banks. The company will be locating its new operations center in Edenton and plans to expand and
eventually relocate their main data processing facilities in eastern North Carolina.
Renovations to the existing building will include upgrades for
compliance with current life safety, energy, and accessibility
codes. An elevator will be added for ADA access to the
building’s second floor. The project also includes enlarged
restrooms, layout changes, and cosmetic improvements.
Construction will begin January 2015.
This project is made possible by efforts and funding by the One
North Carolina Fund, the N.C. Department of Commerce, N.C.
Community Colleges, College of the Albemarle, North Carolina’s Northeast Commission, The N.C. Support
Center, Edenton Chowan Partnership, Town of Edenton and the Golden LEAF Foundation.
New Dixie Oil Corporation Expansion
Construction will begin in January 2015 on a new 4,800 s.f. building located at the intersection of Hwy 158
and Zoo Road in Roanoke
Rapids, NC. While the new
store is being constructed, the
existing store will remain open
for business. The new store
will provide updated features
including a grill with a drivethru
service
window.
In
addition to the building, the
site
will
include
be
two
upgraded
to
additional
gasoline pump islands and a
truck diesel island with marine
fuel. The newly renovated site will provide better access and maneuverability for large vehicles.
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Elizabeth City Downtown Enhancement
A. R. Chesson Construction is currently working on a renovation to the building located at 601 East Main
Street in Elizabeth City, NC. Funding for the renovation is made possible through the Elizabeth City
Downtown Improvement Grant Program (DIG).
DIG is a part of the city’s goal to encourage economic
Before
development and is designed to address safety issues and
improve the aesthetics for the downtown district.
The
improvements for this project scored high on all four DIG
program goals: Occupancy & Job Creation; Life Safety Codes(s)
Compliance; Exterior Aesthetic & Façade (upgrades); and
Interior Remodel/Renovation. This project represents Elizabeth
City’s support of business development and job creation in the
downtown area.
Façade enhancement for
this prominent building
located across the street
from
Arts
of
the
Albemarle in downtown
Elizabeth City, which has
been vacant for more than
five
years,
encouraged
business owners to lease
both
floors
of
After
the
building. The first floor is now occupied by Serenity Studio Arts and the second floor will soon be a
photography studio for three local photographers.
The scope of work included a much needed rehabilitation of the exterior, stucco repair, joint sealants,
cleaning and painting. Interior improvements will bring the building in compliance with current life safety,
energy and accessibility codes.
Fast Track Project at NSU
Construction will begin January 2015 for our latest project at Norfolk
State University. This project involves the renovation of the Bowser
Hall Technology Lab. The scope of work includes demolition, wall
framing, painting and flooring. A. R. Chesson Construction will also
be performing extensive mechanical and electrical upgrades for a new
rooftop A/C unit as well as installing a new dust collection system. Similar to previous projects at NSU, this
will be another successful fast track job with a timeframe of only 45 days.
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Kayak Launch Promotes EcoTourism in Bertie County
Two grants from NC Division of Coastal Management's North
Carolina Public Beach and Coastal Waterfront Access Program, in
cooperation with Stanley Thompson, land owner, were used to
provide new and improved public access to the public waters of the
Cashie River in Bertie County NC. The fully accessible design build
project included a passive recreation fishing pier, a small boat launch
transfer station, a connector boardwalk from parking to piers, and other site enhancements. The project also supports
the town of Windsor’s ongoing eco-tourism efforts highlighting the Cashie River's resources. There were many
collaborative partnerships to make the project a success: the Windsor Board of
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Commissioners, David Hodges, Jr. with Mid-East RC&D Council, Inc., Dr. Paige
Viren and her students from East Carolina University Department of Recreation
and Leisure Studies for planning and project support, private land easement for
the site provided by Stanley Thompson, Vic Thompson from Bertie SWCD, and
NC Division of Coastal Management for resources through their Public Access
grant program.
Quality Construction
through Expertise,
Efficiency, and Integrity
Williamston
PO Box 1147, 315 West Main Street
Williamston, NC 27892
252.792.4486
Fax 252.792.9090
Elizabeth City
P.O. Box 2266, 138 Rich Boulevard
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
252.338.9171
Fax 252.338.9172
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3200 Maritime Woods Drive
Manteo, NC 27954
252.473.2726 Phone & Fax
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A. R. Chesson Construction provided design and construction management
services, with construction services provided by Sawyer's Residential & Marine
& Tim Phelps & Co.
The Town of Windsor and Bertie County adopted a cooperative mission of
promoting sustainable, community-driven economic enhancement and
stewardship in the region through environmental education, water-based
recreation, and nature-based and cultural tourism. The focal point for such
activities centers on the historical Cashie River, the only river in the nation
whose headwaters and receiving waters are located in the same county.
Ed Powell, New Elizabeth City
Chamber of Commerce Chair
Ed Powell has been voted by the Board of Directors as the new chair of the
Elizabeth City Area Chamber of Commerce. Ed is the Albemarle Region Vice
President of A. R. Chesson Construction and manages the Elizabeth City office
of the firm.
Powell, previously the Chamber’s Vice Chairman for membership, said he is
honored to assume the Chairmanship. He plans to help the Chamber continue as
a proactive network for the Chamber’s growth of more than 450 member
businesses.
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