Commissioners probe Dugong demolition; lead paint found below threshold, cleanup planned

Oct 16, 2026

Commissioners questioned why the Dugong demolition was subcontracted; public works directed rented equipment and used contractors. An assessment detected low-level lead paint; staff said chips and flakes will be cleaned up and documented.

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Commissioners asked public works and project staff how the Dugong demolition was arranged. The project manager explained public works coordinated the work, rented specialized equipment they lacked, and directed a contractor to perform demolition tasks in order to contain costs while managing safety oversight.

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