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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMBC 10/24/2000CC DEC 5 3 Psi t � 53 Attendees: TOWN OF MANSFIELD Municipal Building Committee Meeting Minutes of October 24, 2000 Richard Feeley, Chairman, David Young, Clerk, James Liddick (7:50 PM), Ken Gay, William Moore (9:20 PM) Sue Michael Brown, Wallace Floyd Design Group Paul Letendre, Project Coordinator Michael Callahan and Phil Ricci, J.T. Callahan, & Sons Inc. Walter Parker, School Buildings and Grounds Director John Moretti, School Superintendent Steve Chmura, Keyes Associates Meeting Commence at 7:30 PM. MANSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Construction Schedule — Sue Michael Brown reported that the High School is Substantially Complete. Contract work still remains in the Gym and Locker Room. Gymnasium — Phil Ricci stated that the gymnasium would be open for the Presidential Election on November 7, 2000 then closed again (for two weeks) to do final floor finish. Mr, Ricci stated the gym would be complete in time for the School Thanksgiving rally. MBC requested the Contractor fill in masonry block at ceiling line that was removed to test seismic installation method. Michael Callahan agreed JTC would fill in the opening at ceiling line. Punch List — Punch List work is ongoing. Rich Feeley questioned JTC whether any areas of the phasing schedule are completely finished. Phil Ricci responded that JTC has not finished "any" area of the school completely. Railings on Handicap Ramp — Phil Ricci was asked to investigate status of handrail installation to be located on the ramp leading to main corridor near gym. Handrail is necessary to meet ADA requirements. Locker Room Changes — Sue Michael Brown reported that Thompson Consultants Inc. has still not provided Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing drawings for the Locker Room as requested by JTC. Obtaining drawings is critical to continue work in the this area. Rich Feeley to contact Dick Battles at TCI to investigate status. • Plumbing Estimate — Project Coordinator notified the MBC that the plumber (Norfolk Mechanical) has pulled off the job due to lack of an approved change order for locker room work. COP #222 Ref. Locker Room Changes is currently under TCI review. Sue Michael Brown commented that TCI's preliminary opinion was that plumber's cost proposal was excessive. Committee suggested the plumber be directed to proceed on T&M. Sue Michael Brown waiting for TCI response prior to issuing and directive to plumber. Shower Floor/Girl's Locker Room — Issue raised as to what type of flooring is owned per contract. Sue Michael Brown stated that there is no additional floor finish. Specs. indicate patch floor with concrete in -fill only. Richard Feeley directed Wallace Floyd to investigate alternatives and respond to the MBC with an acceptable cost effective recommendation. Electrical Work — Rich Feeley questioned concerns raised in the field regarding electrical drawings. Sue Michael Brown noted that TCI has provided the electrical plan to the subcontractor. • Seismic at Locker Room —Sue Michael Brown commented that the seismic work in locker rooms would be a significant additional cost and therefore will be deleted. JTC requested credit proposal Auditorium — Ms. Brown reported that the wheelchair lift is operable, but needs State Inspection. Some seating needs to be installed. Handrail needs to be painted and carpet needed to be installed on handicap platform. Fire inspection is also needed. Landscaoine — Phil Ricci noted that the Landscaper is on site this week. Landscaper needs to review status of shrubs. Mr. Ricci commented that JTC missed optimal seeding period. Seeding is unacceptable. Phil reported that the area in back of gymnasium near guardrail is loamed, but was neglected by JTC. Overgrown weeds are now close to three feet high. Mr. Ricci suggested that the MBC should hold a dollar figure to restore landscaping properly next Spring. Chairman commented that this work far exceeds project schedule. Payin — Per Michael Callahan, final paving of Qualters Middle School and Mansfield High School is scheduled for November 10, 2000. Handicap Access at Rear - Discussion raised regarding additional cost to create ramp at loading dock area to meet handicap accessibility requirements. JTC estimates additional cost of $2000.00 to saw cut and remove stair prior to paving. David Young questioned when striping would be scheduled. Phil Ricci responded that striping would be two to three weeks after final paving. Guard Rail — Work is incomplete. Phi Ricci noted that the installer was on site and has taken measurements of the area. Bollards at Fire Lanes — Phil Ricci noted that bollards are on site but are not yet installed. Phil Ricci questioned where to locate bollards. David Young suggested JTC install flexible bollards at each end of the fire lane driveway before the sidewalk so that student bus loading at curbside is not obstructed. Walter Parker questioned whether fire lane signage could be installed to help deter public traffic. Change Order Proposals — Review/Approval COP#204 Ref. Delete work in Rms. #160 &162 — ($1,889.00) Status: Pending. COP#207 Ref. Delete installation of sink in woodshop ($681.00) Status: Pending. COP#222 Ref. Locker Room Revisions - $108,858.00 Includes $40K in Lockers. MBC also received delay claim from JTC Locker Room Changes that was returned for further back up. Status: Rejected by MBC. C013#224 Ref. Misc. electrical T&M work (J.R.W.) TCI reviewed - $2,691.00. Status: Approved as recommended by WFDG. COP#226 Ref. Additional General Conditions - $28,728.00 Status: Rejected by MBC. COP#228 Ref. Demo of Concrete Ramp at QMS Gymnasium - $2,000.00 Status: Approved as recommended by WFDG. COP#229 Ref. Ceramic base in 118B & C - $378.00. Status: Approved as recommended by WFDG. COP#230 Ref. T&M Work in Gymnasium - $850.00. Status: Approved as recommended by WFDG. MOTION to approve COP'S #224, #228, #229, and #230 as recommended by Wallace Floyd Design Group. DY/JL: Passes 4-0. COP#224 Ref. Misc. electrical T&M work (J.R.W.) TCI has reviewed cost proposal $2,639.00. Amount revised by Wallace Floyd for deduction of bond not allowed per contract. COP#228 Ref. Demo of Concrete Ramp at QMS Gymnasium - $2,000.00. COP#229 Ref. Ceramic base in 118B & C - $378.00. COP#230 Ref. Misc. repairs in gym performed on T&M - $850.00. Change Order Number 15 — Review/Approval COP#176A Ref. Chase at Mech. Duct Room #227- $547.00. C013#196 Ref. Install quarry tile in Vestibule - $1,728.00. COP#209A Ref. Railing revisions (core drill holes, new rail) at handicap ramps - $7,128.00. COP#213 Ref. Power for wheelchair lift - $2,006.00. COP#215 Ref. Remove wooden cabinets - $195.00. COP#223 Ref. Soffit at HVAC unit in Rm. #113.00 MOTION to approve Change Order No. 15 in the amount of $11,971.00. JUDY: Passes 4-0. JTC/Application for Payment #21 — Review/Approval MOTION to recommend payment to J.T. Callahan & Sons in the amount of $170,205.82 for work performed at Mansfield High School through Sept. 29, 2000. ` MBC noted that Application for Payment includes only COP#196 and COP#213. Remaining approved COP's (#176A, #209A, #215 and #223) are expected to be included in Change Order #16. David Young asked that it be noted that JTC has not provided Contract Schedule with this payment requisition. DY/JL: Passes 4-0. Painting Dispute — Phil Ricci reported that the Mediator, Richard Coughlin of Scituate is expected to visit site this Wednesday (October 25, 2000) to review plans. Emergency Power to Generator - TCI to review balancing issue. Punch List — Paul Letendre continuing to document punch list work. QUALTERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Change Order #20 — As per agreement with JTC and MBC, Change Order includes close out of COP#1 through #318. Chairman noted the date of Substantial Completion listed as April 18, 2000. MOTION to approve Change Order #20 in the amount of $25,000.00 for final close out of COP#1 through COP#318. DY/JL: Passes 4-0-0. Roof Warranty — Steve Chmura has original copy of Roof Warranty. Punch List Update • Architectural — Per Steve Chmura, estimated value of work remaining is $23,950.00. • MEP — Incomplete. Still waiting for TCI to provide final punch list to Contractor. Additional plumbing and mechanical items continue to appear. • Exterior Punch List — David Young noted the following outstanding issues; windowsill on ramp has not been put in, gap needs to be filled at exterior expansion joint where new wing meets existing building and Library screen window still needs to be fixed. • Close Out Documents — Value of outstanding close out documents is estimated at $62,000. Concrete sidewalk cracks — Michael Callahan commented that unless cracks are found to be structural JTC, does not plan to make any repairs. Steve Chmura commented that there are six to seven cracks around the building. Regarding cracking at the front ramp, David Young asked Mr. Chmura to follow up with Bruce Davies, Structural Engineer to determine status of crack closest to building. Science Room No. 130 — School Dept. reported odor detected in teacher's sink. Discussed raised re: Acid Neutralization tanks shown on drawings, but not installed. Chairman to contact Dick Battles to further investigate. Unit Ventilators at Administration — Issue re: inoperable unit ventilators. Per TCI the control equipment is not wired properly. McLaughlin Mechanical is responsible for wiring controls. Michael Callahan to issue notice to McLaughlin directing him to correct work. Ductwork for Kiln — Work is incomplete. Auditorium Floor - JTC to prepare credit for unaccepted work. Steve Chmura obtained necessary information from JTC to correct floor finish. Expansion Joint at Cafeteria — Work is unacceptable. Michael Callahan noted that JTC is waiting for delivery of new expansion joint material. MBC opinion is to have Contractor complete work. Steve Chmura noted that the value held for this work is $14,000.00. Music Room — Eastern replaced existing lamps with halogen bulbs. JTC questioned item listed as outstanding on punch list. MBC agreed to remove from punch list. Doors/Hardware - Allan Mathews — Steve Chmura waiting for letter from Allan Mathews verifying Door/Hardware work is complete. Final walk-through is owned per contract. Egress to Courtyard — Issue re: access to courtyard from 2"d floor classroom still needs to be addressed to meet Fire Code. Discussion was to either remove exterior door locks or change direction of panic bar. Carpet at Admin- JTC needs to replace carpet due to damage caused by construction activity in this area. Replace Chimney Door - $1,000.00. Committee agreed to remove from punch list. Window Conflict — Bob Vogel did not attend meeting. No update was provided. MBC MEETING MINUTES — Review/Approval May 23, 2000 — William Moore, Excused Absence MOTION to Approve DY/JL: Passes 4-0-1. William Moore abstained. August 22, 2000 — Kenneth Gay, Absent MOTION to Approve DY/JL: Passes 4-0-1. Kenneth Gay abstained. August 29, 2000 MOTION to Approve DY/JL: Passes 5-0-0. Sept. 5, 2000 MOTION to Approve DY/JL: Passes 5-0. Sept. 12, 2000 MOTION to Approve DY/JL: Passes 5-0. Sept. 19, 2000 MOTION to Approve WM/DY: Passes 5-0. October 3, 2000 —David Young, Excused Absence. MOTION to Approve WM/JL: Passes 4-0-1. David Young abstained. INVOICES Letendre Company — MHS MOTION to recommend payment to Paul Letendre, Project Coordinator in the amount of $1,202.00 for services provided at Mansfield High School for the weeks ending October 14, 2000 and October 21, 2000. Motion is contingent upon Chairman's satisfactory review of backup. DY/JL: Passes 5-0. Keyes Associates — MHS MOTION to recommend payment to Keyes Associates Invoice No. C9410.00-57 in the amount of $6,833.38 for work performed through August. Includes costs from WFDG and Universal Engineering. DY/JL: Passes 5-0. Keyes Associates — MHS MOTION to recommend payment to Keyes Associates Invoice No. C9410.00-58 in the amount of $29,288.23 for work provided through September 30, 2000. Includes locker room change. DY/JL: Passes 5-0. MBC CALENDAR Due to next MBC Meeting night falling on Halloween, the next MBC meeting is rescheduled to Monday, October 30, 2000 at 7:00 PM. Secretary will post date change. Agenda to include Bob Vogel of Keyes Associates regarding window conflicts at QMS and Bob Mangiaratti on pending Jordan/Jackson Roof Litigation. Meeting adjourned at 11:00 PM. Respectfully submitted, Eleanor McCarter, Secretary David Young, Clerfr Date t z_- I2 --eZ '