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Board hears Abrams Academy renovation plan, aims to keep work under $2.2 million
Summary
Architect and staff presented a phased renovation plan for Abrams Academy with a $2.2 million target for phase 1 (secure entrance, seven classrooms), alternates for four additional classrooms, and recommended survey and contract steps; board confirmed funds are allocated in CIP.
The Fluvanna County School Board received an update on the Abrams Academy renovation plan that staff and consultants say is designed to fit within the division's current cash allocation.
Consultant Mr. Bowles described a phased approach intended to keep the base bid at or below $2,200,000. Phase 1 would provide a secure entry, seven classrooms and three offices; alternate bid items would add four additional classrooms. Bowles said structural surveys show no major issues and recommended lighter interior partitions (metal stud with gypsum) to avoid added weight and cost. He noted that toilet-room reconfiguration and roof maintenance (a spray-foam roof with about a 10-year lifespan) are items to consider for either phase 1 or later phases.
"What you see in front of you was the project that our goal is to not exceed $2,200,000, which is the cash you have available for this project," the consultant said, noting the team will bid some items as alternates to preserve budget flexibility.
Board members asked about liability, contract terms and how the phased work would appear in the division's CIP. Superintendent Doctor Grets confirmed the $2.2 million has been allocated and that the project appears in the CIP packet; he said the division will negotiate a design contract and return details to the board. Staff also flagged that additional building surveys are required before final bidding.
Trustees generally expressed support for the staged approach and emphasized the importance of keeping the project within the allocated funds; there was also interest in bringing the remaining phases into future CIP planning so the county and division can understand longer-term costs.
