The Shady Rest Home Advisory Committee to the Marshall County Commissioners is seeking soft proposals from parties interested in the long-term use and operation of the former Marshall County Home property known as “Shady Rest”. The proposals are not binding and the Committee has the ability to accept any or reject all proposals. Those proposals deemed by the Committee to demonstrate logical planning, ability to sustain operations, and offer substantial public benefit shall be invited to submit and present more detailed proposals to the Committee at a later date.
The Shady Rest Home property is located at 10924 Lincoln Highway, approximately three miles east of the City of Plymouth. The property includes 5.0 acres with the home, a large bank barn (40’ x 80’) and a newer garage (24’ x 48’). The home was constructed in 1892 as the Marshall County Infirmary for residential care. The building has approximately 17,000 square feet on the first floor and 6,000 square feet on the second floor. The original part of the building contains ten offices (first and second floor). The dormitory area is newer, c. 1980, and contains 24 sleeping rooms and two group bathrooms. The rear part of the building has a full-service, commercial style kitchen, laundry, and support rooms, as well as second floor living quarters. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places which may provide grant assistance for qualifying rehabilitation work.
A rehabilitation project in 2004 upgraded the group bathrooms for modern compliances, restored the exterior, installed fire alarm and sprinkler systems, and completed other mechanical upgrades. The building’s water system is provided by a well but it is on city sewer. Monthly utility costs are approximately $5000 if fully-staffed and housing about 48 residents.
The soft proposals should not exceed three pages and indicate use, ownership structure, ability to sustain operations and maintenance, and approximate number of individuals who would benefit from services provided. Please include contact information and name and forward the proposals to Commissioner Kurt Garner, 112 West Jefferson Street, Plymouth, IN 46563. All proposals should be received by September 5, 2017.
