During the month of August, work on the punch list for Building M continued concurrently with the relocation of the library to its new space within Building M. The student store and career center also moved into Building M. Once the library vacated its former location in Building D, demolition began and existing conditions were assessed. Partition walls, shelving, ceiling systems, and existing plumbing were removed, and wall scanning and layout activities were initiated.
During the month of June, all drywall finishing in Building M was completed, including the sloped ceilings and light fixtures. The interior scaffold was removed, and all doors and frames were installed. Final painting, flooring, and casework installations began. Restroom partitions were installed, and the installation of toilet accessories is currently in progress.
During the month of May, paint and drywall work in Building M progressed in several areas, continuing onto the higher sections of the space. Restroom tile installation was completed, and the roof rails were installed. Mechanical rough-in work was finished, and the HVAC units were installed and are ready for start-up.
During the month of April, high-ceiling work in Building M progressed, including grid installation and mechanical rough-ins. Drywall around the windows was completed, and painting of high areas began. Exterior door and window frames were installed, and work on insulation and drywall for the workroom walls commenced.
During the month of February, framing activities and in-wall rough-ins in Building M progressed. Ramp footing excavations began, soffit framing in the workroom was completed, and restroom sewer connections were installed.
During the month of January, demolition activities in Building M progressed, and wall framing began. Construction work included the demolition of the slab for a new pony wall in the elevated area, removal of the new roof openings, framing of interior walls, and plumbing, electrical, and mechanical rough-ins for the restrooms.
During the month of December, board approval was received, contracts were executed, and construction activities commenced at Building M. Work performed included the installation of temporary fencing, removal of existing kitchen equipment, safing-off of building utilities, and interior demolition of ceilings and walls. By the end of the month, the stage extension for the new ramp was completed, and the interior scaffold for high-ceiling access was erected.