Farmington R‑VII outlines extensive storm damage; roofs, HVAC and buses face multi‑year repairs

May 20, 2026

District facilities director delivered a preliminary assessment after an April 27 storm, saying consultants recommend full roof replacements at multiple schools, significant HVAC replacements, vehicle and greenhouse damage and a likely multi‑year, substantial insurance claim.

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Mr. Josh Payne, the district facilities presenter, told the Farmington R‑VII Board that an April 27 hailstorm caused widespread damage across school properties and that the district is at an early, but serious, stage of assessment. Payne said consultants walked nearly 800,000 square feet of roof area and indicated several buildings will likely need full roof replacements. “We’re going to be working on this for a couple of years,” he said.

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