Facilities update: mechanical modernization nearing completion; tile and flooring warranty work to proceed at high school

District facilities staff presented an update on ongoing capital projects, describing current costs, change orders, percent complete and schedules for multiple school renovations.

Nut graf: The facilities update gave trustees a month‑by‑month view of where major projects stand, why some projects have extended timelines and how the district is protecting itself financially through retainage and other contract remedies.

Key points presented by Kevin McCurvey (presenter): - Mechanical modernization: Original district estimate about $8.7 million; the project bid at roughly $6.8 million. After change orders and contingencies, the project is about 88% complete by invoiced amount. A subcontractor bankruptcy affected the mechanical work and required commissioning and additional oversight; the district is holding substantial retainage (reported in the meeting as several hundred thousand dollars) to ensure completion at contractor expense. - First and second floor corridor project: Warranty claim filed; flooring tiles on second floor show gaps and movement. The district reported that the tile adhesive and material combination likely caused failure; the contractor is performing a test patch and will replace affected tile at no cost if the test confirms the fix. Staff said replacement of the second floor would likely be scheduled for summer and could take roughly a month depending on floor prep needs. - Arts classroom and Fairview structural work: Some structural repairs required removal of finishes; facilities staff used the opportunity to select new finishes intended to be more engaging for students. Trustees saw sample finishes and carpet tile mockups. - Project tracking format: Staff distributed a budget summary spreadsheet and schedule chart that will be provided monthly; the report shows estimates, bid results, change orders, contingency balances and percent complete for each active project.

Board questions and responses: Trustees asked about specific causes for delays, the amount of remaining contingency, and how commissioning costs were being covered. Facilities staff said commissioning work was being paid by contractors as part of contract remedies tied to subcontractor performance and that the district deducted funds from contracts where appropriate.

Ending: Staff said formats will be provided in advance in future meetings and that monthly updates will continue while projects are active. Trustees thanked facilities staff for the detailed report and for holding contractors to finish work to required standards.