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Board flags roof‑pooling and chiller problems; staff propose drone monitoring and interim AC solutions
Summary
Board members reported pooling on the high‑school roof after recent work and discussed contractor warranties, possible drone thermal surveillance and repair narratives; a chiller issue at the elementary/clubhouse prompted temporary portable AC placement while staff pursue compatible parts.
The Amery School District board heard a Buildings and Grounds update that flagged pooling water on the high school roof after recent work and described an ongoing chiller problem affecting the elementary/clubhouse.
Committee members said they met with the architect and construction contractor to review pooling that appeared to leave water reliant on evaporation rather than proper drainage. One board member noted the roof was built to contract specification and that re-sloping to improve drainage could add roughly "another million and a half dollars." Members said the contractor stood behind the product and the roof carries a 25‑year warranty; they proposed periodic drone thermal inspections to detect leaks before they cause collateral damage.
On HVAC, staff reported a parts compatibility issue with the clubhouse/elementary chiller. Facilities staff brought portable air-conditioning units and relocated small children into cooled spaces while working with vendors on a parts-based fix that would avoid a month-plus lead time for a complete replacement. Board members praised facilities staff for aggressive follow-up and committed to monitoring outcomes.
No formal decisions were made at the meeting; the board directed staff to pursue drone monitoring feasibility and to continue working with contractors and manufacturers on the chiller repair.
