Fox Hill School Building Committee & School Committee - July 21, 2026

The Fox Hill School Building Committee and School Committee convened on July 21, 2026, to review and approve various construction-related invoices and change orders associated with the ongoing school building project. Key procurement actions included approval of payments to vendors such as Doran Whittier for construction contract administration and third-party testing, as well as CTA for construction payouts and change orders totaling amounts in the hundreds of thousands of dollars. The committee also discussed budget updates, noting a reduction in the total project budget and district share, with contingency funds set aside. A significant policy discussion centered on the decision regarding the type of dishwasher equipment to be installed, weighing options between standard and conveyor dishwashers to support reusable trays versus disposable ones. The committee agreed to defer this decision to the next school committee meeting to allow for further evaluation, including a life cycle cost comparison and potential district-wide implications. Additionally, a construction progress update highlighted milestones such as foundation work completion, steel erection, and utility installations. The meeting concluded with plans for a sustainability video and a future topping-off ceremony involving various stakeholders.