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Library project delayed by roofing subcontractor; $90,000 in badge/camera costs covered from contingency
Summary
Library committee members said a roofing subcontractor’s absence has delayed exterior work; the project also absorbed approximately $90,000 in unanticipated security and badge-access costs from contingency but remains projected to finish under budget with a September completion target.
Library project leaders reported a recent subcontractor issue affecting roofing work and said a roughly $90,000 unplanned expense for badge access and cameras was paid from the project contingency.
A library committee member said the roofing subcontractor had been “absent without leave” and the general contractor will either reassign the work or pursue replacement options. Committee members noted the roofing is required but not necessarily blocking interior progress; the general contractor remains responsible for replacing any subcontractor who fails to complete contracted work.
The committee also said approximately $90,000 in additional security and badge‑access costs were covered from the construction contingency. Despite the added security expense and the roofing delay, the library committee reported the project still projects to finish under budget and estimated a September completion date.
Committee members asked whether liquidated damages or penalties apply to subcontractor delays; the library representative said such penalties are typically available to the general contractor and would be enforced by the general contractor if necessary, not directly by the town.
Next steps: the library’s OPM and general contractor will resolve the roofing subcontractor issue; the library committee will continue weekly subcommittee coordination and report material changes to the finance committee.
