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North Spencer staff warn of advanced roof deterioration; some playground work may not finish before school starts
Summary
District-contracted reviewer told the North Spencer School Board that metal roof systems at the middle school and CTE building show advanced deterioration and may require extensive work; contractors have started playground installations but at least one playground may not be complete before classes begin.
A contractor reviewing North Spencer buildings told the school board on July 20, 2025, that metal roof systems at the middle school and the career-and-technical (CTE) building show advanced deterioration and that full removal and replacement could be required, while playground installation work is under way but at least one playground may not be finished before school opens. The contractor said worst-case budgeting is necessary because crews cannot know the full condition until roof panels and insulation are removed and the deck is exposed.
The contractor told the board the middle school roof has a rubber membrane under the metal panels and that seam flashings, fasteners and gutters are in "advanced deterioration." He said both roofs were installed around the same time and have similar failures. "You're probably looking at a situation where you may be able to…
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