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Contractors say Caledonia‑Mumford capital project on track for school year start but flagged change orders and long‑lead items
Summary
Hunt Engineers told the board that demolition, much of the rooftop and HVAC work, and most windows are complete; they reported about $1.8 million in executed change orders and identified several long‑lead items (fire‑rated storefronts) still en route.
Representatives from Hunt Engineers updated the Caledonia‑Mumford Central School District Board on the district’s capital project, saying work is in its “crunch time” summer but that key long‑lead items and change orders remain. The presenter said, “we've executed just over $1,800,000 in change orders, with potential change orders of 324,000 on the books right now,” and that a small usable contingency remains for the final months of work.
Why it matters: The renovation covers libraries, the auditorium, HVAC and roof phases and major site work that must be finished before school opens; delays or unanticipated costs could affect move‑in schedules and classroom readiness. The presenter told the board the district’s usable budget for remaining change orders was reported as “$96,000.700” (as stated in the presentation).
What the contractor told the board: The construction representative said demolition is complete, most windows have been installed, and crews are finishing drywall, painting and punch‑list items. At the high school auditorium the contractor reported seat re‑layout work after relocation of electrical boxes and said dimming controls and one remaining window installation are outstanding. On long‑lead items, the presenter explained that certain fire‑rated storefront assemblies “pivoted to a different manufacturer,” and that those components were “coming from Spain,” which has delayed delivery and installation plans. He said the contractor is seeking shipment tracking and expects the assemblies to arrive soon.
Schedule and next steps: The project team reiterated a target to hand over finished spaces in time for the school year and described a sequence of remaining tasks—set rooftop HVAC equipment, complete punch lists, install millwork and flooring, and finish exterior paving. The presenter said the roofing phase would take roughly four weeks once started and that punch‑list and closeout activity will continue through October to complete financial closeout and documentation.
Board scrutiny and follow‑up: Board members asked about long‑lead items, traffic flow changes connected to milling/repaving, and the timeline for staff to ready classrooms once spaces are turned over. The project team committed to providing tracking information for the fire‑rated storefronts and to return with updates if any of the long‑lead items threaten occupancy or fire‑code compliance.
What’s next: The district team will monitor shipments, finalize remaining punch‑list work, and coordinate move‑in and staffing schedules with teachers once formal turnover dates are set.
