PROJECT updates

April 6, 2026 – Progress Meeting 22

Progress Meeting 22, originally scheduled for April 6, 2026, has been rescheduled to April 13, 2026, due to Columbus ISD being closed.

 

March 23, 2026 – Progress Meeting 21

At the Elementary School, the classroom conversion to the Office SPED wing was issued for pricing, marking an important step toward implementation. Summer work is scheduled to commence as soon as possible to ensure the project remains on track to meet its deadline. Graphics for the elementary school have also been issued for pricing, with any remaining allowance to be reallocated to the overall project contingency. In addition, work on the exterior canopies is currently progressing.

At the High School, flooring work is ongoing and is anticipated to be completed prior to Easter. Installation of the security film will follow once the flooring is finished. The greenhouse project remains in the pricing phase, while selections for hallway acoustical panel graphics are currently underway.

 

March 9, 2026 – Progress Meeting 20

At the Elementary School, interior renovation drawings were nearing completion and scheduled for issuance on March 13, 2026, excluding SPED renovations, which were planned for release the following week. Interior wall graphics were reviewed and selected, allowing the team to proceed with implementation. Discussions regarding the sewer line continued among the City of Columbus, Columbus ISD, and Drymalla to resolve ongoing coordination challenges. Work to connect the new addition to the existing building was scheduled during spring break.

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At the High School, the flooring issue was resolved, with Drymalla agreeing to cover the cost of installing new flooring in affected areas, including multiple labs, classrooms, restrooms, and hallways. Security film installation remained pending, while the dust collector installation was completed. Additionally, the first round of questions regarding the greenhouse project was received, and PBK provided responses to support ongoing development.

 

February 23, 2026 – Progress Meeting 19

At the Elementary School, interior renovation drawings were scheduled for issuance on March 13, 2026. PBK coordinated a meeting with CISD on February 26, 2026, to review the SPED office layout, overall interior renovation scope, and interior wall graphics for the addition. Exterior and interior finishes continued progressing, including ongoing canopy soffit and trim installation and application of the final coat of interior paint. A complication arose with the sewer line after it was intercepted by an existing fiber line; the City of Columbus began coordinating with Drymalla to determine a resolution.

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At the High School, a special board meeting was scheduled to address flooring issues and evaluate solutions, with PBK and Drymalla in attendance. Construction progress included ongoing dust collector connections, completion of all interior tiling, and issuance of greenhouse drawings for pricing.

 

February 9, 2026 – Progress Meeting 18

Construction activities at the Elementary School continued to advance, with interior renovation drawings actively being developed. Above-ceiling HVAC and electrical work remained ongoing as the team worked toward completion. Site improvements, including sidewalks and grading, were also in progress, with canopy installation scheduled to begin following the completion of sidewalks.

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At the High School, flooring issues remained a key concern, prompting a meeting between Drymalla, PBK, and Board Members to review conditions and discuss potential solutions. Remaining contingency funds were allocated toward a scaled-down greenhouse project. Additional site work included completion of the rolling gate and parking striping scheduled for the week, along with removal of the construction trailer.

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January 26, 2026 – Progress Meeting 17

At the Elementary School, interior renovation drawings continued to be developed in coordination with the engineering team. Exterior sidewalk and grading work was planned to take place over the next couple of weeks, which required canopy installation to pause until those items were completed. Interior finish work, including paint and tile installation, remained ongoing.

 

At the High School, the team continued monitoring floor solution options with Drymalla and the concrete subcontractor, with proposed options to be presented to the Board of Trustees. Exterior lettering and logos were completed, HVAC startup experienced a delay and was expected to begin in early February, and interior tile work continued in the hallways.

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January 12, 2026 – Progress Meeting 16

At the Elementary School, PBK continued developing renovation drawings, which are expected to be issued to Drymalla for pricing by the end of February, with construction anticipated to begin in Summer 2026. The water meter and fire water meter installations were completed, and the gas meter installation was finalized, allowing the existing elementary school to remain operational with gas service. Exterior canopy installation was scheduled to begin within the next couple of weeks, starting with the column installations.

 

At the High School, concrete floor chippage issues were identified throughout the building and were under evaluation by the project team. Exterior lettering and logo installation was expected to occur soon, HVAC startup was underway, and the team was working toward substantial completion by the end of February.

 

January 5, 2026 – Progress Meeting 15

At the Elementary School, interior sheetrock work is nearing completion, with painting to follow. The HVAC chiller and electrical transformer swap was completed successfully, and the campus is fully functional. Exterior masonry work has been completed and is being washed down. The final list of interior renovations for the existing campus has been provided, and PBK will begin preparing drawings for pricing.

 

At the High School, the air handling unit is pending startup. Chain-link fencing has been installed, the transformer installation is complete with power restored to affected areas, and interior painting continues to progress.

 

December 15, 2025 – Progress Meeting 14

At the Elementary School, sheetrock installation on interior walls is progressing, and roofing installation continues. The HVAC chiller and electrical transformer swap is scheduled to take place over the Christmas break. Exterior masonry work is also progressing.

 

At the High School, overhead ductwork in the construction lab is ongoing, with the air handling unit scheduled to start on December 15. Interior painting and restroom tile installation are progressing. All exterior canopies have been installed, door installation continues, and chain-link fencing is planned for installation over the Christmas break.

 

December 1, 2025 – Progress Meeting 13

At the Elementary School, sheetrock installation is scheduled to begin on all interior walls. Roofing materials were delayed and are now expected the following week. HVAC units are being installed in the ceiling space, with the chiller delivery scheduled for December 10. Window frame installation continues, and AEP is completing power pole relocation by the end of the week, with the main campus planned to be disconnected on December 18 for the new transformer connection. Exterior masonry work has been delayed due to weather conditions.

 

At the High School, freestanding canopies have been installed. AEP is scheduled to energize the site this week with the new transformer. Casework installation is taking place, and overhead doors have been installed.

 

November 17, 2025 – Progress Meeting 12

At the Elementary School, interior wall framing is ongoing, and roof material installation is scheduled to take place. HVAC, electrical, and plumbing work continues, while window frame installation has begun and is progressing.

 

At the High School, interior wall framing continues, and painting has started. Tile installation for corridors and restrooms is anticipated in January. Ceiling grid framing is set to begin, and canopy columns are being tied into the storm system as freestanding canopies are installed. Electrical work is progressing in the AG shop, plumbing and HVAC work continues, and the transformer has been delivered to the site by AEP.

 

November 3, 2025 – Progress Meeting 11

At the Elementary School, exterior brick installation is scheduled for mid-November. Interior wall framing has started and continues to progress, along with HVAC, electrical, and plumbing work. The transformer switch is expected to occur over the Christmas break.

 

At the High School, interior wall framing is progressing, with gypsum board installation underway and painting scheduled to follow in mid-November. HVAC, electrical, and plumbing work continues, and exterior canopy posts have been set with additional work progressing.

 

October 20, 2025 – Progress Meeting 10

At the Elementary School, exterior metal stud wall framing continues, with sheathing and waterproofing now being added. The roofing material pour is anticipated later this week. HVAC, electrical, and plumbing overhead work is progressing, along with installation of conduits for the new transformer. Wood blocking at parapets, windows, and doors is scheduled to begin this week.

 

At the High School, exterior metal wall and roof panels are nearing completion. Backflow preventers are being installed, and additional site utility work is ongoing. HVAC, electrical, and plumbing overhead work continues, while interior wall framing is progressing. Switchgear delivery is currently tracking for the week of November 10.

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October 6, 2025 – Progress Meeting 9

At the Elementary School, exterior metal stud wall framing has begun, and roofing materials are anticipated to arrive by the end of the following week. Roof decking and the main steel frame are nearing completion, while HVAC, electrical, and plumbing overhead installations are underway. AEP has provided a timeline for the new transformer, with work expected to continue through January 1. Discussions regarding renovations to the existing elementary school have also begun.

 

At the High School, metal building steel work has been completed. Exterior metal wall and roof panel installation remain in progress, along with additional site utility work. HVAC, electrical, and plumbing overhead installations have started, and interior wall framing is expected to begin soon.

 

September 22, 2025 – Progress Meeting 8

Structural steel detailing is ongoing at Columbus Elementary School, with the addition of the steel roof joists. Work will continue into the month of October with exterior wall framing and more roofing work to follow.

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At the CTE Center, building steel work is slated for completion in early October. Exterior wall panel installation has begun with roof panel installation to follow.

 

September 8, 2025 – Progress Meeting 7

The Columbus Elementary School addition is starting to take shape. The building slab and foundation are complete, and columns and beams have started to go up. Structural framing work will continue in the upcoming weeks.

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At the CTE Center, the slab and foundation are complete. Steel for the building’s structure and façade was delivered, with exterior work slated to continue over the next several weeks.

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August 18, 2025 – Progress Meeting 6

Spread footing and grade beams installation are completed, with slab work scheduled for 8/21 and 8/22. Steel delivery and work are anticipated for early September. The parking lot was completed and fully striped prior to the first day of school.

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At the CTE Center, foundation pier and grade beam installation remain ongoing, with the slab scheduled to be poured on 8/28. Steel delivery and work are anticipated for early September.

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August 4, 2025 – Progress Meeting 5
At Columbus Elementary School, site utilities work wraps up and spread footings are installed around the building perimeter with grade beams to follow. The parking lot is completed with striping scheduled for completion by the end of the week.

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Foundation piers are scheduled to go in at the CTE Center with grade beams to follow. Site utilities work remains ongoing.

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