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Delaware County jail begins multiyear HVAC and security overhaul; officials warn of phased disruptions
Summary
Warden Williams outlined a multiyear project to replace HVAC systems, roofs and security controls at the Delaware County Correctional Facility, including a 10-phase security-systems upgrade beginning April 30 and an HVAC/roofing schedule; staff said they will relocate housing units as needed to avoid unsafe conditions.
Delaware County correctional officials told the Jail Oversight Board on March 12 that major capital work will begin this spring to replace aging HVAC systems, redo roofs and upgrade security systems, requiring careful phasing and temporary housing moves inside the facility.
Warden Paul Williams said the HVAC replacement and roof recoding projects are underway, beginning with the Administration Building and continuing inside the secure facility. "We will need to move housing populations in order to be able to install the new units," Williams said, adding that contracted crews will work in affected areas and that staff will redeploy residents to maintain humane…
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