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County contractor outlines fixes for jail smoke-evac system; commissioners press on costs and delays
Summary
Contractor Jim Street and engineers described a plan to replace undersized fan motors and rebalance the smoke-evacuation system, with testing and phased work expected over roughly six to eight weeks; commissioners pushed for clarity on extra costs, contingency spending, and when the facility will be ready for occupancy.
Contractor and design teams briefed the Sullivan County Commission on April 16 about technical fixes for the county jail, describing work to replace fan motors and rebalance the smoke-evacuation system after earlier test failures and outlining an anticipated multi-week schedule to complete testing and elevator installation.
"We think we've finally resolved the issue," contractor Jim Street told the commission, describing a plan to change out motors and balance the system. Street said the team planned to replace the first motor…
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