Hillsborough County Public Schools Facilities
Information Item

DATE: Tuesday, November 10, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Recognition of Recipient of the Associated General Contractors of Greater Florida "2009 Horizon Award"

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Walbridge Aldinger Company received the Associated General Contractors of Greater Florida "2009 Horizon Award" for excellence in construction projects for their work on the renovation of Orange Grove Middle Magnet School. The award recognizes excellence in the following areas:

Walbridge was cited in part for achieving cost savings on a project with historical considerations, while effectively limiting the impact on the school's operation on a site with limited access and space for construction operations. Through effective management, Walbridge overcame a myriad of challenges to achieve a highly successful project.

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

All Strategic Objectives

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)

There is no financial impact to the District.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY: Rory Salimbene, General Manager of Construction

Rory Salimbene
General Manager of Construction
(813) 272-4112
Cathy L. Valdes
Chief Facilities Officer
(813) 272-4004
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