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Engineers recommend bracing and snow‑load monitoring at Robert Frost; district may evacuate if snow accumulates
Summary
ZCS Engineering recommended additional attic bracing and catwalk/railing repairs at Robert Frost Elementary because long trusses could be vulnerable under snow load; the district will install a snow scale and said it would evacuate the building if measurable snow accumulates before repairs are complete.
District staff told the board they met with ZCS Engineering, which recommended structural adjustments to Robert Frost following a review. The suggested work includes additional bracing in attic areas, upgrades to catwalks and railings, and installation of a snow‑weight scale to monitor roof loads during potential storms. Administrators said routine day‑to‑day occupancy is safe but that an uncommon accumulation of snow could create conditions requiring evacuation until repairs are made.
Superintendent Kim (Speaker 5) described the repair timeline as underway and said Jeff (facilities staff) is already working on roofing improvements; she cautioned that, "if we have snow between now and when that is repaired, we have to evacuate that building," and the district will plan temporary relocation steps if needed.
