MILLERTON — The Macagnone family of four that was chosen for the Habitat of Humanity house in North East has a completed foundation, with plans to bring the home to the site Wednesday, Nov. 6.
The family was welcomed to the community with a Habitat for Humanity groundbreaking ceremony at the beginning of September.
“In the middle of October we also installed the sill plates to the foundation which was done by 8 volunteers,” said Todd Bowen, Senior Project Director at Habitat for Humanity. “That day was just amazing especially because the homebuyer was with them volunteering as well.”
The Millerton project is currently preparing for their modular delivery, expected by Tuesday, Nov. 5, and will be setting the home on Wednesday, Nov. 6. Habitat for Humanity of Dutchess is anticipating completing the home by the middle of December.
“We have adjusted our schedule a few times because of some construction delays but every time we post a new schedule on our volunteer hub we have no problems with getting volunteers to sign up,” Bowen said. “Specifically volunteers located in Millerton.”
The house lies on a half-acre plot of land and will be an approximately 1,400 square foot ranch style home with three bedrooms.
“As I mentioned we will be setting the home on Nov. 6,” said Bowen. “And then it’s go time for all of our volunteers and subcontractors to make this modular a place for a family to call home.”
Habitat for Humanity is still looking for volunteers throughout the process of building the home for the Macagone family. To volunteer, go to www.habitatdutchess.org/volunteer/ and look under “construction volunteer opportunities.” You must be 16 years old to participate.
Tiffany Lemelin, shelter manager, brushing Marsala upon arrival.Provided
Michael DeBarba, certified dog trainer working with Marsala.Jennifer Almquist
Marsala wins a heart.Jennifer Almquist
Sadie, center, a Carolina dog, plays with her friend Negra, a terrier mix. Bella Linda, the small poodle, has since been adopted.L. Tomaino
Wesley, a young, exuberant mix, is looking for an active home.L. Tomaino
Bonnie and Clyde, an affectionate terrier pair.L. Tomaino
