Board hears progress on Percy Julian, South Lawn reroofing, JAG athletics and Carver track change order
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District facilities staff and construction partners updated the board on capital projects including Percy Julian (18% complete, Dec. 2027 target), a South Lawn Elementary reroof contract, JAG athletic field improvements and a Carver High track/turf change order that required geotechnical undercutting.
District facilities staff and a Volker representative gave a detailed update on capital projects during the Jan. 13 work session.
A Volker representative said construction at the Percy Julian site is about 18% complete and that the project is tracking to a December 2027 completion. He described ongoing framing, slab pours, storm-shelter footing work and mechanical, electrical and plumbing work in the kitchen area. A preroofing conference with the state inspector is scheduled for February, which the presenter said is a key milestone for tying in roofing and permitting interior progress.
Chad Anderson presented a package of projects. He said the South Lawn Elementary reroofing contract was a low-bid award for a full reroof. For JAG High, Anderson described field improvements that include reworking the baseball and softball fields, adding a batting facility, and installing a turf field and an AHSAA-approved track to host competitions. He said the JAG work is phase 1 and that some on-site parking adjustments will be necessary.
On Carver High, Anderson reported that a proof roll identified soft areas, requiring undercutting and asphalt replacement before a rubberized track surface can be installed; that process requires a 30-day asphalt cure followed by rubber track installation. Anderson said the change orders have been vetted by geotechnical and civil engineers and remain within budgeted amounts.
Board members asked whether the projects were already included in the budget and whether a local 'penny tax' decision might affect future funding. Anderson said the projects presented that evening were budgeted, and he clarified that some project funds come from state allocations (ATF) and not the general fund.
The board also discussed minority-business outreach tied to these projects and asked staff to circulate MBEDD/MBEDBE event details to the district communications office to increase participation.