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CFB ISD to Resurface Natatorium, Replace Marie Huey Elevator Using 2018 Bond Funds
Summary
Board briefing outlined two facilities projects: resurfacing the district natatorium because of surface deterioration and replacing the 1990 elevator at Marie Huey. Work is scheduled for summer and will use 2018 bond/residual funds; staff described timelines and community notification plans.
Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD trustees received a facilities briefing Thursday on two planned summer projects: resurfacing the district natatorium and replacing the elevator at the Marie Huey campus.
Bobby Shaw, a district facilities staff member, told the board that natatorium surfaces typically last eight to 10 years with proper maintenance but that the district’s pool surface—topped up since 2010—has reached about 15 years and is showing deterioration. "Typical lifespan for natatorium surfaces [is] about 8 to 10 years," Shaw said, noting exposed rebar, damaged starting blocks and problems with light brackets. He recommended approving a Sunbelt Pools proposal and said work would begin as soon as school ends and continue through most of the summer.
The district expects the closure to affect community swim programs for much of the summer. Shaw said members who usually use the pool are also served by nearby alternatives including the Farmers Branch Recreation Center, the Corps in Coppell and Carrollton pools; he said the district will post notices on the natatorium website and calendars. Shaw said the district will fund the work from 2018 residual bond funds previously discussed with the board.
Trustees also heard about the Marie Huey elevator, built in 1990. "At this time, it is difficult to get equipment. Parts replacement are getting more expensive, more scarce," Shaw said. He recommended awarding the work to IronSeal Elevator Services to install a new door package and a non‑proprietary microprocessor controller so multiple contractors can service the unit. The work package also includes inside‑car upgrades: self‑leveling features, fire service, ADA‑compliant elements and LED vandal‑resistant lighting. Special education staff will be temporarily housed at Perry for much of the summer so the Marie Huey building can receive HVAC and elevator work. That work will also be funded from 2018 bond funds, Shaw said.
Board members asked about community notice and logistics. Shaw credited Grace Parker and her team with beginning outreach; he said the vendor extended pricing through the night’s meeting so the board would not lose the quoted price. Trustees also confirmed there would be no new elevator shaft work—only equipment and interior upgrades—and that the district expects to move staff and students as needed to complete the projects while minimizing disruption.
No formal votes were taken during the briefing; both projects were presented as recommendations for board action in upcoming meetings. District staff told trustees they will provide implementation details, firm start dates, and community notices before the projects begin.
