All updates are from Matthew Hill from EMC Inc.

Bethlehem --

Lead Paint Testing & Abatement - Aplus Abatement was onsite Monday to begin and complete the lead abatement in six classrooms. They were able to complete the work in one day using mini containment zones during the abatement process. A clearance test is scheduled for 8/14. While this test is not required, we felt it was an important additional step for everyone involved and will provide added peace of mind before we move forward.

Once the lead abatement was completed and the chaseways were fully opened, we unfortunately discovered suspected asbestos-containing material in three classrooms. There is a single pipe with suspected asbestos pipe insulation running through the empty spaces above the closet areas in classrooms 6, 15, and 16.

MB is confident they can install the ductwork in these areas safely without disturbing the suspected material. Aplus Abatement was onsite Thursday to review the material and discuss our options for working around it. After reviewing several approaches, we decided the best course of action is to leave the material undisturbed. Once the new ductwork is installed, the areas will be sealed back up so the material cannot be accessed.

If at any point the installers determine they cannot safely complete the work without disturbing the suspected asbestos material, work will immediately stop and we will bring in the appropriate professionals to properly abate the material before proceeding.

MB Mechanical - MB was onsite all week continuing the piping in the boiler room and beginning the ductwork installation for the ERV project. They will begin the ERV ductwork installation Monday morning, starting in classrooms 6, 15, and 16.

Once the work in these classrooms is complete, I will bring in an asbestos testing company to perform air testing and verify that there has been no airborne asbestos released during construction. Again, this is not a mandatory test, but we feel it is an important additional precaution for everyone's safety and peace of mind.

MB is optimistic that the ERV ductwork will be substantially complete by the end of next week, allowing teachers to return on the 24th. There may still be some work taking place in the classrooms after that point, but we will do our best to minimize any overlap and disruption.

MB is also optimistic that the boiler work will be substantially complete by the end of next week. The piping is approximately 90% complete, and the gas line is also approximately 90% complete. The venting is expected to be completed next week after one boiler room window is bricked in and the vent line is installed. Our mason will be onsite mid-next week to begin the window work.

Presby Energy - Presby was onsite this week to finish the gas line work at the building. The existing line on the building was completely replaced with new piping, and they will paint the new line early next week.

The trench from the tank farm has been completed, and the new gas line was buried, inspected, and connected. The system was pressure tested, and final inspection has been requested.

Unfortunately, heavy rains caused some erosion at the tank farm. The affected material was replaced and properly compacted. Presby will begin work next week on measures to slow down and redirect excessive stormwater runoff to help prevent additional erosion.

Froling Energy - Froling Energy began their portion of the project on Thursday. They completed the interior work that day and plan to complete the new vent stack on Friday, with Monday available as a backup day if needed.

The second vent stack is being installed in hopes of resolving the ongoing issues with the pellet boiler and improving its overall operation.

Lafayette --

DHI - On Monday, the start-up tool for the classroom unit ventilators arrived. All but one unit successfully completed the factory start-up. It appears that one unit came with slightly different programming than the others. We are working with the factory to resolve this issue and expect to have it corrected shortly. All of the units are currently operating; one simply has a slight programming quirk that needs to be addressed.

The electrician was also onsite Monday to install the boost transformer. Before beginning the installation, they reached out to the transformer manufacturer, who was able to reprogram the unit to work properly with the VFD serving the gym AHU.

The factory start-up was also completed on the gym AHU. ENE and DHI were onsite Tuesday morning to complete the start-up process. All systems were tested, including the programming, and everything is operating properly!

The air balancer will return on Friday, 8/14, to balance the library ERV following the coil cleaning completed last week. While onsite, they will also balance the gym AHU. Once balancing is complete, the only remaining item on DHI's punch list will be the special caulking at the entryway CUHs.

ENE - ENE was onsite Monday and Tuesday to assist with the classroom UV start-up and gym AHU start-up. They encountered a slight programming issue with one of the classroom UVs and are working with the factory to resolve it. Once the updated programming is received, they will apply it to the unit as soon as possible.

Axion - Axion experienced a slight delay this week due to scheduling conflicts at another jobsite. They will return next week to complete the library caulking and garage door weatherstripping.

Ridgeline - Dan finished the soffit painting and the final touches on the fascia at the front of the school. Like all of the contractors who have been onsite this summer, his work has been impeccable. His dedication to his craft really shows, and you can tell he takes enormous pride in his work. Thank you, Dan!

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Presby Energy - Presby was able to trench the gas and electrical lines from the pad site to the building late last week. Unfortunately, during the excavation they also encountered and damaged an electrical line serving the light poles and a waterline running to the leach field. The conduit for the light poles has been repaired, and On The Fly Electrical is working on the electrical line repair. The waterline will need to be excavated again and properly repaired early next week. I will monitor this repair closely to ensure it is completed correctly.

The gas and electrical lines were installed and then inspected by the Fire Chief. The trench was then backfilled and properly compacted.

The concrete contractor was onsite Thursday morning to build the forms and install the rebar reinforcement for the tank pad. Mid-morning, the concrete truck arrived and the crew began pouring the pad. They worked quickly to spread, trowel, and power-screed the concrete, completing the pour efficiently.

Next week, Presby will be onsite to continue site clean-up and prepare the area for the new tanks. Toward the end of the week, they plan to set the new tanks on the pad after the concrete has had sufficient time to cure.

Caulkins Excavating - Caulkins was onsite Wednesday to begin removing the old oil tank. Shortly after starting, they discovered that the water table was very high and were concerned that the tank could flood once the remainder of the concrete tank coffin was jackhammered free. They decided to pause the work Wednesday and monitor the water table to see if it receded the following day.

As a precaution, Caulkins brought in a technician to completely seal the tank fill and feed lines to prevent water from entering the tank if the coffin were to flood with groundwater. Any water that entered the tank would be considered hazardous waste and could significantly increase the cost of the removal.

Caulkins plans to complete the oil tank removal on 8/14.

MB Mechanical - MB continued working on the boiler piping inside the boiler room this week. They also had their electrical contractor onsite to begin wiring and installing the electrical panels for the new boilers. They plan to have the electrical portion completed by the end of next week.

On 8/14, MB will begin installing the gas line across the roof to the new tank pad site. Piping work will continue throughout next week, with the gas line expected to be completed early in the week. Both MB Mechanical and their electrical contractor will be onsite throughout next week to continue moving the project forward.