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Board hears updates on performing arts center, Glendale elementary site and other capital projects; staff recommends James W. Buckley and Associates for future,
Summary
District staff showed progress photos of the new performing arts center and other construction projects, reported site clearing at the Glendale elementary replacement, progress at the BHS field house and board office, and recommended James W. Buckley and Associates as architect-of-record; no recorded board vote in transcript.
Glynn County Schools presented progress updates on ongoing capital projects and recommended an architectural firm for upcoming work at the Sept. 4 work session.
Facilities staff shared photos and floor plans of the new performing arts center, describing flexible, retractable seating that would seat about 1,000 and a configurable stage and banquet layout. The presenter said balconies and other finish work were underway and estimated a January–February completion date.
The Glendale elementary replacement project was reported as substantially cleared for building sites, parking and playgrounds; staff said Georgia Water and Soil Conservation approval was still pending to clear a remaining driveway. At the BHS field house, brickwork was approximately 95% complete; interior work and roof membrane installation were under way with a projected December finish. Board office Wing 3 was complete and staff had begun demolition/abatement for Wing 4 on Aug. 25.
Staff asked the board to approve James W. Buckley and Associates as architect for multiple renovation projects including Goodyear Elementary renovations, a GA (Glynn Academy) building renovation, stadium improvements and other projects. The recommendation said the firm’s fees would not exceed 6% of construction cost. The district posted an RFP on June 2; eight firms submitted proposals by July 14, a six-person committee scored submissions and interviewed the top two candidates. Staff noted the firm maintains local presence and that some firm personnel had prior work history with the district.
No formal board vote on the architect recommendation was recorded in the transcript. The facilities presentation otherwise served as an informational update.
Ending: Staff will continue project work and, where required, bring formal contracts or selections to the board for approval in a subsequent meeting.
