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Bond update: SLC relocation hit by grading error, change order to exceed 10% threshold; sports complex nearing completion

Wiseburn Unified School District Board of Trustees · December 15, 2025
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Summary

Bond program staff reported contractor performance issues at the SLC relocation site, an architect grading error requiring a 12‑ft ramp extension and additional regrading (estimated ramp fabrication cost under $7,000; larger unknowns to be resolved with the architect), and progress on the Wiseburn Sports Complex (86% complete) with a ribbon‑cutting targeted for Feb. 28, 2026.

Bond program management staff told the Wiseburn Board that the SLC relocation project is making progress but has experienced significant schedule and technical setbacks. Staff said they issued a 48‑hour notice to the contractor after missed schedule commitments; the contractor responded by increasing manpower and providing updated schedules.

Separately, staff identified a major ramp grading error where the site grading resulted in a 12‑inch differential rather than the six‑inch drop shown on drawings. The architect acknowledged the error and the district is pursuing pricing for remediation; the contractor NexMod has agreed to provide a 12‑foot ramp extension and the board was told the fabrication/installation of that extension is under $7,000, while the total additional costs for regrading, fence post removal and other remedial work remain under negotiation. Staff warned a forthcoming change order will push cumulative change orders over the 10% contract threshold, prompting a required board resolution when the final amount is presented.

On the sports complex, staff reported 86% project completion, installation of dugouts and structural elements, delivery of synthetic turf scheduled for Dec. 18 and a targeted ribbon‑cutting on Feb. 28, contingent on weather. Staff also noted liquidated damages of $1,500 per day as a contractual tool to motivate contractor performance in critical path items. The board approved staff to continue contract oversight and to return with a formal change‑order resolution when the full cost of the ramp remediation is known.