Made possible by the recent addition of the 98k grant award from Partnership HealthPlan of California, the new CalAIM office moves another step closer to construction with the selection of RemodleWest as the contractor for the project.
Bill Reid owner of RemodelWest, is a local licensed general contractor with background in residential large-scale remodeling and construction. Reid will oversee the project management and construction of the new build.
With the builder on board, next steps include the purchase of primary furnishings for the conference rooms like conference tables and chairs. A considerable improvement to the previous CalAIM office, this new space will provide a designated location for members and ample meeting space. An additional purchase will include a backup generator which will allow the office to remain operational and provide service to its members during power outages.
Converting the existing space above the Nifty Thrifty is the practical solution to opening this new office. Not only is the location centralized for its members, but Nifty Thrifty Manager, Matt Hamilton applauds the decision for the otherwise vacant space.
“We are thrilled at the prospects of the arrival of a CalAIM office in Portola. It’s a special situation when like-minded people converge with the intention of direct community service to our locals and the local EPHC hospital campuses. Surely our community is strengthened when there is a strong presence of helpers to care for the increasing need for basic items of survival as well as advocacy programs to assist with longer term solutions for our community. We hope that 116 Commercial Street will be such a place for community vitality,” says Hamilton.
The official opening date of this new office is anticipated for spring of next year. In the meantime, the CalAIM office continues to operate from its Loyalton location.
For more information about the CalAIM program email [email protected] or call 530-832-6622.
