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Committee approves modular classroom site work for South Terrebonne; members debate modulars vs. permanent construction
Summary
The committee recommended awarding the South Terrebonne High modular classroom site work to Thompson Construction Co. for $548,000 (plus a $23,000 alternate) and established a $619,515 budget; members engaged in extended debate about modular versus permanent construction, FEMA portables, ADA restrooms and options to rent or build permanent space.
The Buildings, Food Service & Transportation Committee recommended that the full board accept the lowest responsive bid for site work for a modular classroom installation at South Terrebonne High School from Thompson Construction Company Inc. in the amount of $548,000, and accept an alternate for $23,000 to add an adjoining canopy; the committee established a total project budget of $619,515 to be funded from the building fund and authorized the board president or superintendent to sign documents required to move forward.
Committee discussion that followed was lengthy.…
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