Heavy Steel Complete

The heaviest of the steel work is now complete. As you see below the covered walk from the BAC to the street has been completed and all the perimeter steel is in place. We are currently awaiting the deliver of the steel truss system which creates the roof system for the addition.

Work inside continues. We have completed the infill of the trusses for the roof in the area that was formerly flat and it is decked as well. We are making our final selection of roofing contractor and once we have we will remove the balance of the old green roof and get the existing area weathered in. As you can see the interior work is coming along nicely. The view from Miss Toni's room toward the laundry shows this below.

I know I am probably posting too many pictures of the future library area, but I am so excited about it that it is hard not to do. Many folks indicated some concern that the Library was basically just some shelves in a hall. Now that it is being framed up, I believe the intent will be clear. During the school hours, the library works like an alcove away from the classrooms. After hours, it becomes an adjunct to the BAC.

The exterior windows have been delivered (with the exception of the custom made rake windows that go above the Guide Resource Center) and are all being installed. Below you will see the new energy saving insulated windows installed in the old openings in Miss Toni's Classroom. You will also see the new exterior steel doors with the large windows.


The stucco contractor will be starting this week to infill the old stucco and do the repairs that are needed. We are also testing color samples for the new exterior which is always a lot of fun! We have received the modified engineering drawings for the underground electrical today and will soon begin the excavation for that work.

While I would again warn everyone that construction sites are very dangerous places (both during and after work hours) and for your safety we must restrict access. However, we will be setting up a mini-tour very soon for those that would like to attend.

We are all looking forward to showing you what we have accomplished as we have moved forward. Have a wonderful week!