HomeMy WebLinkAboutMBC 02/15/2000APPROVED
Town of Mansfield
Municipal Building Committee
Meeting Minutes of February 15, 2000
Member Present: Richard Feeley, Chairman, James Liddick (8PM), Clerk, Ken Gay,
William Moore, David Young and Eleanor McCarter, Secretary
Attendees: Walter Parker School Building & Grounds
Sue Michael Brown, Wallace Floyd Design Group
Steve Chmura, Keyes Associates
Meeting commenced @ 7:OOPM
MANSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL
Roof/Unit Pricing —Representatives from JTC will be attending the Feb. 29, 2000 meeting of the
MBC to discuss unit pricing relating to removal of gypsum decking and steel replacement of
roof. Chairman requested that Sue Michael Brown, Wallace Floyd Design Group also attend.
Ms. Brown commented that David Burson would attend as well.
COP#33/13all Field Credit — A$17,307 credit was previously approved in C:044 for changes to
ball field which excluded credit for reengineering. In response to MBC request, Sue Michael
Brown commented that per a letter from JTC (dated 2-3-00) no additional credit will be issued
from J.T. Callahan for reengineering (layout) this area.
Existing Doors Existing doors have been lightly, sanded and stained. Ms. Brown expressed
opinion that the finished quality of coating to existing doors is marginal. Existing doors are old
and continue to show dark scuffs and blemishes especially near bottom of doors. Ms. Brown
asked if the owner would prefer to install kick -plates which would conceal blemishes ($35. per
door), or seal doors to acceptable finish as per contract. Chairman to review condition of doors
and follow up. Issue pending.'
Gym/Locker Rooms - Ms. Brown informed the MBC of a meeting held with NMS Vice
Principal and Athletic Director, and Project Coordinator. School Dept. is requesting that
significant changes be made to the girl's and boy's locker rooms. Rough estimated cost of work
is $100K. 'Chairman advised Ms. Brown that any changes over $5,000, must have prior
authorization from the School Superintendent. Current MBC budget will not cover cost of
proposed changes. Linc Lynch to follow up with John Moretti.
Sprinkler Pipe Insulation - Question was raised by JTC on site as to whether it is necessary to
insulate sprinkler pipe running in cavity between existing and new addition. David Young
requested that Sue Brown check to see if work is included in specifications.
Change Order Proposals Sue Michael Brown distributed handout to the Committee and
reviewed status of various pending proposed change orders:
COP#104 Ref. Existing Roof Drain over Auditorium - Credit ($4047.00): Sue Michael -Brown
commented that TCI's opinion was that amount of credit offered was fair. Committee questioned
back up indicating 5 drains. Question was raised as to whether TCI was referring to credit per
drain or all five drains. Status: Credit Pending. Wallace Floyd to verify the total number of
drains and cost per drain.
COP#146 Ref. Add Cylinders to Doors - Work necessary in rooms 170C & 180C in the amount
of $410.00.
MOTION to approve COP #146 as recommended by Wallace Floyd Design Group
DY/JL: Passes 5-0.
Pipe Chase/Existing Boy's Toilet — Issue re: size of pipe chase found too small to include 4
fixtures per specs. in (2) boy's toilets. Demo is complete. Discussion as to whether owner
wishes to reconstruct chase with CMU or Glazed block. _'Consensus is to reconstruct with block
and paint. Proposal of $1869.97 rejected due to excessive cost.
Science Lab/Cup Sinks — Sue Michael Brown reported that the cup sinks installed in west wing
are too small for intended use. School Dept. is requesting full size sinks. Installation of sinks in
new Science classrooms is complete, however existing could be changed. Wallace Floyd and
Paul Letendre to investigate. Specs. indicate that GC is to provide 12 x 8 sink as shown per
contract drawings. Price provided to re -fit sinks already installed is $8375.00 (includes removal
old sink, refit and new plumbing). Walter Parker to follow up with Science Dept. re: feasibility
to replace sinks at teacher stations (2) with full size sink and leave remaining cup sinks already
installed. Remaining uninstalled sinks to comply with drawings.
COP 115 Ref. Add light pole —Wallace Floyd to clarify with JTC as to where or why pole is
needed.
QUALTERS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Punch List Steve Chmura provided copies of an updated partial punch list. Mr. Chmura noted
that the auditorium has not been punched. Dick Casali, Keyes Assoc. is reviewing status of all
rejected work.
Project Administration — Steve Chmura commented that JTC has not responded to various
requests for documentation.
JTC/COP's - Steve Chmura questioning authenticity of some Change Order Proposals submitted
for payment by JTC. Jim Liddick strongly suggested Mr. Chmura document any suspicions of
questionable paperwork for future reference.
COP #277 Ref. Gym Ceiling Repair - Status: Rejected.
COP #279 Ref. Vinyl Base in rm. = JTC owns per spec. 'Status: Rejected.
COP #275 Ref. Drywall Ceiling in Auditorium - $830.00. Status: Pending. Steve
Chmura to verify value of patch to match.
COP #273 Ref. Flashing collars in kitchen floor drains. Steve Chmura noted that
some cost will be incurred for this item. Status: Pending. Mr. Chmura to
verify location of original drains.
COP #272 Ref. Frames and Doors not on schedule. Status: Pending. JTC to identify
location of doors.
COP 9271 Ref. VCT & Vinyl Rms. 118A, B, & C - $1,111.00. Status: Rejected.
Resubmitted as 271A.
COP #271A Ref. VCT & Vinyl Rms. 118A, B, & C 41040.00. Status: Pending review of
numbers.
COP #270 Ref. Curbs for ductwork. Status: Rejected. JTC owns per spec.
COP #268 Ref. Install drywall ceiling. Status: Credit pending.
COP #238 Ref. Patch of Existing Stairs $18,230.00. Status: Rejected.
COP #220 Ref. Temp Md Door/Frame at Gym Addition - $5,325.00. Status: Rejected.
Contractor has offered to paint and caulk temporary door and leave in place rather than remove
and re -brick to pre-existing condition. Walter Parker to review quality of installation and
respond to the MBC whether installation is acceptable to remain in place.
Ductwork/Nurses Area — Chairman raised concern re: JTC's lack of coordination re: required
ductwork in nurses area and questioned current status. Steve Chmura responded that to date, the
work is incomplete. Keyes has requested that JTC submit a proposal Chairman asked that Mr.
Chmura issue notice to JTC that Owner will not pay for any additional costs incurred by the
contractor to complete ductwork. Work could easily have been completed at no cost if
coordinated properly.
Drinking Fountains - Issue raised Re: wooden backboard installed at water fountains not
installed properly. Mr. Chmura reported that the material was not treated or sealed with proper
waterproofing material. Keyes to reject work and issue follow up letter.
Window Issue - Rich Feeley questioned status of investigation by Bob Vogel, Keyes Assoc. re:
verification of Ron Ashton's approval signature on drawings. Steve Chmura to follow up with
Bob Vogel
Manpower — Project Coordinator indicated earlier in the day that manpower on site included only
2 masons and 1 carpenter. Chairman asked that Keyes issue notice to JTC that level of
manpower is unacceptable to complete contract work already beyond their contract deadline.
Credits - Steve Chmura informed the MBC that a list of credits due to the Town has been
generated by Keyes Assoc and Project Coordinator, Paul Letendre. Jim Liddick requested that
Keyes give priority to preparing appropriate back up for credits and forward list to J.T. Callahan
for review/processing.
Terrazzo Floor - Steve Chmura commented that J.T. Callahan has suggested elimination of
work. Mr. Chmura to verify cost to refinish terrazzo per specifications. Discussion about
deleting Terrazzo work continued with the suggestion that the Town take the full credit. Keyes
to issue letter to JTC.
Administration Area — Discussion re: improper installation. Chairman asked that Keyes issue
directive to JTC to remove wall at Administration area and rebuild to correct soffit height per
contract documents. Keyes to issue letter to JTC.
JTC/Project Administration - Job Supervisor Bruce Hanna has been relocated to staff a job in
Florida. New Job Supervisor Paul Ciaramitaro, has limited knowledge of contract documents for
the QMS Project and work status of work completed. Chairman requested a letter be issued to
Michael Callahan identifying incomplete contract work documented to date.
INVOICES
Letendre Company
MOTION to approve payment to Paul Letendre, Project Coordinator for services provided
at QMS and MHS for We Feb 5 and Feb. 12, 2000 in the amount of $3,400.00. Cost to be
split QMS-$800.00/MHS-$2,600.00 DY/WM: Passes 5-0.
W.B. Mason
MOTION to approve payment to W.B. Mason for MBC office supplies in the amount of
$186.79. DY/JL: Passes 5-0.
Respectfully Submitted,
Eleanor McCarter, Secretary
James Liddick, Clerk Date