Hillsborough County Public Schools Facilities
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, January 16, 2007
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

JAMES K-8 SCHOOL
ADDITION, REMODEL & RENOVATE (2002)
ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This project was planned by the architectural firm of John J. McKenna Architect, P.A. On March 12, 2002, the Board appointed the construction management firm of Batson-Cook Company. The scope of work included the conversion of five classrooms into a media center and twelve new classrooms. The multi-purpose/dining building was extended to accommodate a new music room. The kitchen was renovated and included all new equipment. Existing buildings received new windows, doors and frames. Mechanical and electrical systems were renovated campus-wide and included replacement of rooftop units. Restrooms were renovated to meet handicap accessibility requirements. All classrooms received new marker boards and tack boards, audio-visual screens and blinds. All buildings received new acoustical ceilings, floor finishes, casework and paint. New fire alarm, intercom, security, telephone, and data network systems were installed throughout the facility. New signage was provided campus-wide. The parking lot was expanded and restriped and two retention ponds were constructed to accommodate the additional parking area and new buildings.

The architect advises that the referenced project is finally complete in accordance with the plans and specifications and other contract documents and recommends Board acceptance.

ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)

Goal 6 - All schools in the district will be assigned a state grade of A, B, or C.

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

This item was included in the District Capital Outlay: Community Investment Tax.
Contract Status:
Guaranteed Maximum Price: $4,729,840.00
Change Orders Previously Approved: $862,756.80 Credit
Revised Guaranteed Maximum Price: $3,867,083.20
Payments to Date: $3,792,913.78
Balance Due: $74,169.42
Revised Construction Cost: $5,446,691.68
Original Completion Date: July 22, 2004
Time Extension Previously Approved: 75 Calendar Days
Revised Completion Date: October 5, 2004
Substantial Completion Date: October 5, 2004

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY:

J. Thomas Blackwell
General Manager of Construction
(813) 272-4112
Cathy L. Valdes
Chief Facilities Officer
(813) 272-4004
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20070116_228 * Section E Item# 6.24c