Well, not literally "off the roof" such as where the shingles are, but from what may be described as the roof of the bar area where the drinks are prepared and served.
A new look has been slowly taking form inside the bar over the past few months including this area above the bar that used to be shingled. It has now been redone and will list a variety of drinks for order "off the roof".
If you've frequented the store lately, you would have seen that two new big screen TVs grace the walls and a change of decor and new paint schemes have transformed the bar area into a more modern look. Some of the shelving has also been replaced in the store.
"Barb Hess [Kevin's wife] has been instrumental with new ideas and creativity," said Deputy City Clerk Twila Pierce, who also noted that a lot of the elbow grease came in the form of volunteer help.
Last summer, the exterior was given a facelift as windows were repaired or replaced and tuck pointing was done to the brickwork. New entrance doors are next on the docket to be installed.
"We are trying to spruce it up. It can be hard with an older building, but you have to work with what you have," said Pierce, who has been handling many of the day-to-day operations at the bar since previous Liquor Store Manager Steve Maland left the position in mid-September.
Maland was not replaced due to the city's budget, but the cost savings has helped to fund some of the upgrades in the bar.
Pierce works in the city office with City Administrator Kevin Hess. Together they handle the duties at the liquor store. The financial part of it fell naturally into Hess' hands, while Pierce takes care of the inventory and scheduling.
Pierce noted that the store employees have been really good about filling in when they can and taking on additional responsibilities.
"Even a couple of the council members have been willing to fill in. It is good because they learn more about the operation," said Pierce.
They've been putting on some special events as well to bring in more customers such as wine and lager tasting sessions. They now also offer birthday packages with three different options. A ten percent off table is also present in the off-sale area.
Pierce feels that the new paint colors have brightened up the bar. Old pictures from the museum were blown up and placed on the walls and more may be added in time.
"It makes it feel more like community I guess, too," concluded Pierce.
