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Burlington school officials report final punch‑list work as opening approaches; some fixtures delayed
Summary
District staff told the board July 28 that the high school construction project is in final phase with most systems passing inspections but several finish items (toilet/locker partitions, some gym work) likely won’t be in place at opening. Contractors aim to complete major work in September.
The Burlington Community School District board on July 28 received a detailed construction and facilities update as the high school project moves into final completion and the district prepares for the start of classes in four weeks.
District staff and contractors said the project is in phase 7 of 7 and that most finishing touches — ceiling tiles, carpet, whiteboards and HVAC final inspections — are being scheduled. A presenter said contractors are “trucking right along” and that city final inspection and occupancy could be obtained in the coming weeks.
Contractors described additional testing on recently installed windows: caulking requires a cure period before water testing can begin.…
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