# Jones Library Building Committee Sep 14, 2026

The Town of Amherst's Jones Library Building Committee held a meeting on September 14, 2026, focusing primarily on construction progress and financial matters related to the library renovation project. The committee received a detailed construction update highlighting significant progress on exterior masonry, roofing, window installations, and interior drywall and mechanical systems. The schedule update noted a contractual extension of 32 days due to change orders, with a substantial completion date now set for March 17, 2027, and a move-in date targeted for May 1, 2027. The committee reviewed and approved several invoices, including a major payout to the general contractor Fontaine totaling approximately $1.845 million, architectural services for $46,000, and various testing and commissioning fees. Discussion also covered the management of change orders, rebate opportunities related to energy systems, and the importance of timely responses to RFIs to avoid project delays. The committee emphasized ongoing oversight to ensure project quality and adherence to funding milestones with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC).

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Sources
- [Jones Library Building Committee Sep 14, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8H6YBNq0_0) - Town of Amherst, MA