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Board approves FY2027–31 capital plan, accepts roof closeout and authorizes Pickett HVAC contract

East Hartford Board of Education · January 13, 2026
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Summary

The board ratified the FY2027–2031 capital improvement plan, discussed anticipated small capital ('drip') funds from the state, approved closeout of the O'Brien Elementary roof (to trigger a projected state reimbursement of about $1.2 million) and authorized a Pickett Elementary HVAC contract with B & G Mechanical ($713,723).

The East Hartford Board of Education on Jan. 12 ratified the districts FY2027–2031 capital improvement plan and took several construction-related actions, including accepting a state closeout for the O'Brien Elementary roof project and authorizing a contract for Pickett Elementarys indoor air quality and HVAC improvements.

Jim, the districts director of facilities, presented the five-year plan, describing 90 projects across facilities, information technology, fine arts and food services and saying the plan added 13 new projects compared with last year and increased total project value by $2,125,153 while lowering the local share. He described the CIP as a "living plan" and said project detail sheets are posted to the district website.

Board members asked about state "drip" funds intended for smaller capital needs. Jim said the state is expected to release those funds this spring and estimated the districts share at roughly $400,000 to $440,000, adding the drip is intended for minor facility projects and cannot be used for labor costs.

The board approved the CIP by voice vote. It also approved a closeout package for the O'Brien Elementary School roof replacement, which staff said should trigger release of the 5% state retainage and an estimated state reimbursement of $1,204,172. Finally, the board authorized the director of facilities to execute a contract with B & G Mechanical of Newington for Pickett Elementarys indoor-air-quality/HVAC construction, citing a low bid of $713,723 and favorable reference checks.

No roll-call tallies were recorded in the minutes provided; motions were approved by voice vote.