Board hears that elementary flooring failure may require costly replacement; committee recommends testing and temporary fixes

Feb 23, 2026

Facilities committee reported a suspected installation failure in elementary flooring and a crushed pipe; consultants estimated replacement could be around $350,000 and recommended moisture testing and targeted repairs before more invasive core borings.

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Board members on Tuesday were told that problems with elementary flooring and a crushed underground pipe are likely linked to installation or substrate issues and may require significant work. Facilities committee representatives described three issues: a crushed pipe probably caused by improper fill, seams and corners of the installed floor that are lifting, and a toilet overflow tied to floor slope.

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