Construction Update
Our renovated and expanded building is scheduled to reopen for the 2010-2011 school year, and construction continues. To follow construction progress, go to http://bex.seattleschools.org/HMSUpdate.html.
Construction Update – February 2010
As of the end of January, 2010, all four main stairs are in place as are all windows in the main building and the addition. Finish work, including final drywall, paint, ceiling tiles, wood trim and ceramic tile, continues on the 3rd and 2nd floor of the historic building. The ADA ramp installation at the corners adjacent to the project is underway. All work on the Seattle City Light transformer is in place, and the building is ready to have its electrical power turned on. Sidewalks are now in place on the south side of the site and underway on the west side. Plaster restoration work has begun at the 2nd floor of the landmark spaces.
This month, February, 2010, the building’s electrical power will be turned on. The contractor will complete the rolled metal roofing at the new addition and new gym lobby. The contractor will also complete the painting of the new gym interior and the casework and finishes on the 3rd and 2nd floors of the historic building as well as begin work on the floor coverings. Work will continue on the school/park interface, including the installation of the final stairs and completion of the retaining wall.
Questions?
Please contact the on-site Hamilton project manager, Michael Romero, at (206) 633-1000 or mbromero@heery.com at any time if you have any questions or concerns about the project or construction-related activities.
Please note – For safety reasons, visitor access is not permitted on the construction site at this time.
More photos in the photo gallery.
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