Permanent Building Committee meeting June 9, 2026

The Permanent Building Committee meeting held on June 9, 2026, focused extensively on the ongoing high school construction and renovation project. Key procurement discussions included approval of change orders 32 and 33, with amounts of $1,182,554 and $9,942.85 respectively, covering various construction adjustments such as seating installation, flooring, parking signage, and tree replacements. The committee also reviewed vendor invoice packages totaling approximately $8.3 million, reflecting 91.9% contract completion. Additional procurement topics involved a request for proposals to add a sink in the greenhouse, with an estimated cost around $24,500, and exterior signage installation with pricing considerations for different sizes of a "W" logo. The committee deliberated on HVAC system upgrades within the high school, noting a $635,000 budget allocation and rising costs that may require contingency fund use or capital budget requests. Discussions emphasized the importance of completing HVAC work during the summer to minimize disruption, with plans to monitor final costs and potential reallocation of funds from other projects like Plimpton School. No immediate votes were taken on the HVAC funding, pending further cost vetting and project completion status.