ESASD Property & Facilities Committee Meeting (June 3)

The ESASD School Board's Property & Facilities Committee met on June 3, 2026, to discuss ongoing and proposed capital improvement projects and facility maintenance. Key procurement-related discussions included updates on boiler and water heater replacements at JTL and Smithfield Elementary, with completion expected by mid-July. The committee reviewed a cost estimate for a potential full remodel of the North bus garage, with estimates ranging from $10,000 for minor improvements to $625,600 for a complete upgrade to code, but no budget is currently allocated for the larger project. The committee decided to table further decisions on the bus garage remodel to gather more information and explore alternatives, including using other building spaces. Two proposed projects were recommended for board approval: replacement of eight isolation valves in the South High School boiler room with a $24,933 contract awarded to Superheat, and load bank and fuel testing for district generators with a $24,864 contract to Henry's Generator Service. Both projects are budgeted and planned for summer completion. Additionally, the committee discussed disposing of surplus vehicles by sale or scrapping to recoup costs. The meeting concluded with motions passed to recommend the two proposed projects to the board and to adjourn the session.