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Architects present districtwide facilities assessment; HVAC and circulation projects flagged as priorities
Summary
OPN architects presented a districtwide facilities assessment of 17 attendance centers, citing MEP/HVAC systems as top near-term priorities at several schools, noting 533 community survey responses, and outlining a June committee review and a detailed ~300-page deliverable with cost groupings.
OPN architects on Wednesday presented a districtwide facilities assessment to the Linn-Mar Community School District board, saying the work covered 17 attendance centers and combined architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, technology, civil and theater evaluations.
"We've completed our assessment, walking all your buildings," said Vicki, the K–12 practice leader for the design team, summarizing the scope and process. The consultants described a four-step approach—assess, analyze, conceptualize and synthesize—and told the board the final deliverable will include extensive appendices and photographic evidence.
Why it matters: the consultants said most exterior issues are cosmetic or maintenance items but that…
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