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Committee raises concern after contractor says facilities‑manager role is critical to building operations
Summary
A committee member flagged language in logistics noting Skanska advised the city needs a dedicated facilities‑manager position for Lowell High School operations and maintenance. The chair said the position had been cut at the budget meeting but the administration is working to reinstate it.
During the June 30 meeting a committee member drew attention to a logistics bullet in the packet saying Skanska had previously advised the city that a facilities manager position is critical for proper operation and maintenance of the high‑school buildings and systems.
The committee asked what would happen if the city did not reinstate the position. The chair said the position had been cut at the budget meeting but that the administration is working to restore it and fill the role; members emphasized that a dedicated facilities manager is crucial for operations tied to the new and renovated buildings.
