WFS Goes Green With New Windows and HVAC
George Hermann Named As New WFS President

WINDSOR FEDERAL SAVINGS “GOES GREEN”
WITH NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT WINDOWS AND HVAC SYSTEM

(WINDSOR, CT – JANUARY 2012) – In the spirit of “going green”, and to repair some long-standing mechanical, aesthetic and efficiency issues, Windsor Federal Savings will be undergoing substantial changes to their Main Office and Administrative/Loan buildings located on Broad Street in Windsor Center in the coming weeks.

The former Windsor Trust Company building, built around 1929, now houses Windsor Federal Savings’ Administrative/Loan Services offices, and the windows are drafty, inefficient – and historic.  The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and any improvements – such as, to the windows – needed to be carefully considered, to ensure the building maintained its period appearance.  Windsor resident Lon Pelton, of Clearwood Building, had just the solution: custom replacement windows, with triple pane glass and Low E characteristics. The same approach was used for the windows in the Main Office building, but because it is a newer building, the job was somewhat easier.

Retaining the character and feel of the administrative building, while improving the efficiency of the windows, sounds like a relatively easy task.  In truth, it was no such thing. “We had to actually remove a window to measure, and make sure that our custom windows were going to fit correctly” said Pelton.  “With a building from 1929, seeing how the (new) windows would fit was very important.”  The target date for installation is approximately eight weeks.

In addition to new, energy efficient windows, the Main Office building is also getting an upgrade to its aging HVAC system, bringing the system and its controls into the 21^st century – and getting the corresponding improvement in energy efficiency as well.  “There will be at least a 20% improvement in efficiency with this new system” said Kevin Moriarty, owner of HARP Mechanical, the contractor for the job.   “The old system used pneumatic controls, which were hard to operate and also lacked replacement parts. The new system is digitally controlled, has new compressors and condensers, and actually uses outside air as a way of being more efficient.”  Moriarty and his team from HARP will be installing the new system in the next few weeks. 

“Being more energy efficient was a major consideration in our decision to institute these improvements” said Mark Griffin, Windsor Federal Savings’ President and CEO.  “Customers and employees alike will enjoy a more comfortable environment after the work is completed.  We appreciate everyone’s patience while the project is underway.  The end result will be well worth it.”

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WINDSOR FEDERAL SAVINGS ANNOUNCES SELECTION
OF GEORGE HERMANN AS NEXT PRESIDENT

(WINDSOR, CT – JANUARY 19, 2012) – The Board of Directors of Windsor Federal Savings today announced the selection of George Hermann, a Connecticut native and a longtime community banking executive, to serve as their new President and COO, effective February 1^st.  Hermann, who will succeed current President Mark Griffin, will also assume the role of CEO when Griffin retires in June. 

Hermann joins Windsor Federal Savings after an extensive career as a banking executive in Connecticut, including the last five years as President and CEO of The First National Bank of Suffield, where he guided them to consistently strong results during some challenging economic times.

“I would like to be able to build upon the strong foundation that the Board has put down” said Hermann.  “The first step is to make crystal clear to our customers and employees that our commitment to our communities will not change. As a community bank, involvement in local activities and organizations is part of our fabric. It will be business as usual in that regard at Windsor Federal, and I sincerely look forward to meeting with customers and employees alike in the coming weeks.”

“While he may well be a different face, George is very familiar with our market area and is a good community banker” said Mark Griffin.   “He truly understands the importance of strong community involvement, and he will ensure that Windsor Federal maintains and grows the relationships that we already have. I know George will have new and innovative ideas, but at the heart of the matter will be the strong focus on service to our customers that we have always strived for.  Our customers can be assured that our commitment to personalized service – and to being a good neighbor – will not change.”

Hermann, a native of Stratford, will bring a hands-on style to the job that will help him as he begins the process of getting to know customers, employees, and the communities.  “With the expected changes in the banking industry over the next ten years, banks like Windsor Federal are going to be key for the economic success of their communities.  I’m honored to have been chosen to lead Windsor Federal Savings, and I look forward to assisting with that growth.”

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