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Troy Gilbert Elementary on track for August 2026 opening, district says

Litchfield Elementary School District Governing Board · November 19, 2025
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Summary

District construction managers reported masonry topped out Oct. 31 and substantial completion targeted for summer 2026; building envelope dry-in expected around January, weather permitting; trustees invited to weekly site walk-throughs.

The Litchfield Elementary School District’s Troy Gilbert Elementary construction project is progressing on schedule, district project managers told the governing board on Nov. 18.

Presenters said schematic design and site work are complete, construction began in June and the masonry "top out" milestone occurred Oct. 31. An on-site presenter said the building envelope dry-in is expected around January depending on weather, and substantial completion — followed by furniture, fixtures and equipment installation — is planned for mid‑July 2026 so the school can open for the 2026‑27 year.

Core Construction is conducting weekly drone flights and 360-degree room documentation to track progress and provide records for future reference. Trustees expressed enthusiasm and asked about site tours; presenters said weekly Thursday walk-throughs are available with standard safety gear (close-toed shoes, long pants and hard hats).

The project team noted some permit issues had delayed adjacent-ways verification and that roofing work had been rescheduled by the contractor; staff said these items are being addressed as part of weekly construction meetings.

Next steps: staff will continue weekly inspections and provide schedules for trustee site visits.