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Courthouse restoration, annex work progressing but April completion 'questionable,' county told

Callahan County Commissioners Court

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Summary

County facilities committee reported subcontractor bids due in late March, generator delivery expected in April, specialty painting underway in the district courtroom and a furniture delivery delay; officials said they remain committed to a July 3 rededication but April substantial completion is uncertain.

Callahan County facilities committee briefed the commissioners court on March 10 about progress on the courthouse restoration and annex project and offered a tentative schedule for pending contractor work and equipment deliveries.

A facilities representative told the court subcontractor bids for the annex are due the week of March 21 (with a possible short extension) and the general contractor is expected to produce a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) in April for court review. "We're about on track for what we had prepared you for," the representative said, while cautioning that meeting the April milestone for substantial completion is "questionable."

Work in the district courtroom includes specialty faux-finish painting and finishing of door glass and trim. Most third-floor mechanical systems — lighting, sprinkler heads and fire alarm strobes — are reported installed, and the annex generator is expected on-site in April. The committee described a temporary generator rental at the jail while the permanent unit is staged and repaired.

Furniture deliveries have been delayed and the committee said it will store items in the district courtroom when feasible while finishes continue. Officials said the project team continues to push toward a July 3 rededication date but acknowledged significant hurdles remain.

Commissioners were encouraged to walk the site to view progress; staff said they will return to the court with the GMP and any questions for approval when it is ready.