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District updates: high-school HVAC struggles, TK classrooms delayed by unseen wiring, Hester solar awaits Edison tie-in
Summary
District facilities staff reported HVAC equipment problems at Farmersville High School, a suspected underground chiller leak, change‑order delays for Hester School TK classrooms and a completed Hester solar array still awaiting Southern California Edison connection.
District facilities staff told the board the Farmersville High School central-plant HVAC project is in punch-list status but continues to experience equipment failures and other issues tied to post‑COVID manufacturing and supply problems.
Tony Melendez, a district staff member who presented the update, said contractors are completing operational checks and that the project will move to Division of the State Architect (DSA) inspections for final closeout when those items are verified. Melendez reported recurring equipment failures — including fan blower motor problems he described as appearing to be manufacturer defects — and recommended verifying warranty coverage to limit the need to use general-fund dollars for replacements.
Melendez also said the high school chiller side may have an underground system leak. The contractor suspects a leak…
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