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RSU 10 buildings-and-grounds reports van replacement, lead fountain removals and Region 9 water flow issue affecting occupancy
Summary
The district’s buildings and grounds committee reported a van replacement funded by insurance and carryover funds, removal of two classroom fountains with historic lead readings, and a Region 9 water-flow problem that may prevent occupancy of two new buildings unless fire-suppression concerns are resolved.
The Westin Foothills RSU 10 buildings-and-grounds committee updated the school board on several facilities issues: replacement of a district van after a total-loss insurance payout, removal of two classroom drinking fountains with elevated lead readings, ongoing water-pressure work at Mountain Valley Community School, and an emergent water-flow problem at Region 9 that could block occupancy of two newly constructed buildings.
Devin and committee members reported that one district van was declared a total loss by insurance and the district purchased a replacement. Committee discussion indicated the insurance payout was “a little over $10,000” and the board had agreed to authorize spending “up to $30,000” to replace the vehicle; staff later said the district used insurance funds plus additional district funds (reported in discussion as approximately $18,000) to acquire a used van.
The committee also discussed lead testing at Mountain Valley Elementary (MES). Two older classroom fountains (rooms 104 and 105) previously showed high lead readings; staff said the sinks were shut off and students used a filtered water source in the hall, and the fixtures will be removed.
Separately, Region 9 reported an emergency meeting with the Public Utilities Commission, engineers, the construction company and the fire marshal to address a water-flow issue at two new Region 9 buildings. A district representative said there is enough water to run the sprinkler systems in the new buildings but “there isn't enough water to run a pumper truck to put the fire out,” a limitation that could bar occupancy until the water-supply and valve questions are resolved. The Public Utilities Commission and Mexico Water District are pursuing options, including possible grants and valve checks, and said they will meet again to determine remedies and whether temporary occupancy measures are feasible.
The buildings-and-grounds committee also reviewed a draft facilities maintenance plan and noted ongoing water-pressure work with a plumber at Mountain Valley Community School. The committee reported that custodial overtime and maintenance costs have risen compared with earlier budgets and that the board is considering fee adjustments for building use to better reflect actual costs.
