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Turf installation delays lead to change orders, $60,000 track stabilization cost
Summary
Contractor ATG requested a 90‑day extension and overtime change orders; district approved change orders will include a 90‑day extension, overtime pay for 6‑12 hour days, and a separate $60,000 stabilization for Lafayette's track; district says bond funds remain sufficient.
District construction staff updated the board on multiple change orders for athletic field and track work tied to the district’s bond program. Casey, the district construction representative, presented two ATG change orders: a no‑cost request to extend contract completion by 90 days from July 18 and a separate overtime change order to add six 12‑hour work days to accelerate installation. Casey told the board Benton is complete except for punch list work; Lafayette turf is laid from the 50‑yard line to the south end zone and the remaining field painting/cut‑in work (numbers, letters, hash marks) must be done by hand; Central is expected to receive a crew later that week.
A separate change order for Mid America Golf was presented for $60,000 to stabilize the Lafayette track after proof‑rolling tests showed soil deflection that exceeded acceptable thresholds. The district explained the proof roll process to trustees: contractors place heavy loads and measure deflection; if deflection exceeds specified limits (½" to 1" depending on the third‑party inspector), additional stabilization work is required. The district said prior corn/soil sampling had been “spotty” and subsequent rain and expansive clay caused soft spots that were not apparent in earlier tests.
Key details and contingency planning: the district identified liquidated damages at $800 per day for late completion of ATG’s work; if Central is not playable for the first home game, the district may use Missouri Western or another alternate venue at an estimated $3,000 per game. Construction staff said the change orders would be covered by restricted bond funds and that the overall bond program remains within the authorized budget; updated bond projection figures will be posted on the district website and reported at the next board meeting.
Actions and next steps: the ATG change orders and the Mid America Golf stabilization work will be included in the upcoming change‑order package; district staff will continue to monitor field readiness and finalize any liquidated damage discussions internally with contractors. No formal penalties had been levied against the dirt‑work contractor at the time of the meeting; staff said they were still discussing contractual remedies internally.
