Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Staying on Top of It

I usually try to go to the temple site when the construction workers have gone for the night.  That way, they don't see a crazy lady trying to take pictures while they're working.  And since I haven't been issued an official Temple Chaser security badge or hard hat yet....

I'm trying hard to not interrupt business or create a safety hazard.  I'd like to leave the hard work up to those boys.  The less interruptions, the sooner they get it done, right? And I'm trying to obey the on site code of conduct.

But the crane has me intrigued and my husband too.  It is very impressive...that crane.  You can see it for miles away.
He offered to drive me in and down the the entrance a bit so I could stand on top of his truck to take some pictures.  That way I could get high enough to see what's going on. How's that for temple chasing?  We're having to get creative here.



Because the temple site has been built up on a hill and much of the construction is taking place beneath the surface, it is difficult to get high enough to see what is going on inside.  The fence that spans the perimeter, very well built I might add, prevents anyone from getting close enough to see. They are doing such a great job....very secure.  It looks like they are mightily working on the earthquake resistant foundation.
Today the gate was open and we were able to get a few shots.  It wasn't long before the hard hats started noticing us and we took our leave.  I mean, crazy lady standing on a Ford truck is pretty hard to miss.  But it's what we Temple Chasers do to stay on top of things....
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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Insider Info

Go here to see the Kansas City Permit Info


" 3-10-10 IMPACT FEE HAS BEEN PAID FOR A 4 LEVEL CHURCH AT 8,000 SQ FT PER LEVEL. THIS INFORMATION CAME FROM SCOTT, THE PROJECT ARCHITECT AT FFKR ARCHITECTS. SQUARE FOOTAGE WAS NOT NOT LOACTED ON THE PLANS PROVIDED. "
I think I may have posted this info in March....

Thank you Bro. Adams for this info....you are a Temple Chaser too!

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Tuesday, June 15, 2010

The Inevitable Happened

I knew the day would come but I secretly hoped it wouldn't.

The temple lot is now enclosed in fencing.

Bummer for the Temple Chaser.



The good news is....work is progressing.  It looks like concrete is being poured in the hole...
a foundation!
We all know how important a good foundation is.
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Sunday, June 6, 2010

A Hole in One!

Work is progressing on the roads and entrances....
JeDunn has begun setting up security fencing and cargo/office trailers.  At some point I won't be able to hike up the hill to take pictures.  I'm hoping there is fellow Temple Chaser out there who can provide me with an official security badge and hard hat!!  Don't you think I need one of those too?  It will be a sad day when I can't walk up to the temple site.

We have a hole!  Digging has commenced and it is a welcome sight.  It's not quite the actual footprint size yet but as you can see, they are getting close.
View from the west.

View from the southwest corner.

View from the west.

View from northwest corner.

Another view from southwest corner...JeDunn trailers are located on the northeast corner of the lot.

Close up from southwest corner.

View from southeast corner

View of east side

I know many of you will be excited about the news of this progress as I was.  I am leaving town for the week to be at Girls Camp.  Hopefully I won't miss much!  Hang on to your (hard) hats....this is a hole in one!
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Friday, May 28, 2010

Glorious Gila!

Congratulations to the saints who will be blessed to attend the newly dedicated Gila Valley Arizona Temple.


We fellow Temple Chasers know a little bit about how exciting it is to get a new temple in your area.

Here in KC, there is still movement at the temple lot.  The roads are one step away from being paved into the development.  It's great being a Temple Chaser!  

Friday, May 21, 2010

You can find me here today.

Go the temple.

Often.

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Goings on

Nothing to report from the temple lot this week.  Other then the evidence that hundreds of people were there a couple of weeks ago...is gone.  Rain is washing away a lot of the hill.

But an open house is exciting....even if it's not for us....

Go here for more info.

Saturday, May 8, 2010

"Let the Mountains Shout for Joy!"

I have many pictures to post.

It was windy and cold, I am covered with dust.  And yet I am so happy.

May 8, 2010 10:00 am

Kansas City Missouri Temple Groundbreaking Service


Presiding:  President Ronald A. Rasband, Presidency of the Seventy


Conducting:  Elder William R. Walker, Executive Director of the Temple Department


Welcome:  Elder William R. Walker


Hymn:  "High on the Mountain Top" - printed on the back of the program


Invocation:  President Michael A. Murphy, Platte City Missouri Stake


Speakers:  Elder Donald D. Deshler, Sixth Quorum of the Seventy, Sister Vicki V. Walker, Elder William R. Walker, Sister Melanie T. Rasband


Choir:  "Let the Mountains Shout for Joy" - The Mormon Chorale


Remarks and Dedicatory Prayer:  Elder Ronald A. Rasband


Hymn:  "Now Let Us Rejoice" - The Mormon Chorale


Benediction:  President Kendal S. Ross, Olathe Kansas Stake


Groundbreaking




Elder William R. Walker, Executive Director of the Temple





Elder Ronald A. Rasband, Presidency of the Seventy




Unveiling of Rendering of Kansas City Temple




Groundbreaking Ceremony




Fellow Temple Chasers







The Temple Chaser and her husband....groundbreaking....






Interesting article about today's groundbreaking....dated yesterday, here.

It was a glorious day.  I will never forget it.
Not pictured....my tears of joy!

Friday, May 7, 2010

This is the Place

Southwest entrance on Searcy....
Northwest entrance on Searcy...
So much has happened to get ready for this groundbreaking....I hope last nights storms didn't damage all their hard work.

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