Facilities update: elevator repairs, failed automation system and bond projects slated for bid

Mr. Deptula told the operations committee the facilities team is addressing several major projects across the district.

He said Hartford Elevator is working on recurring problems with the Moran elevator and that the district engaged an experienced retired elevator mechanic to assist. Several air-handling units—about 17 years old—will need replacement. Mr. Deptula reported the DAG automation system installed in 1996 in a central building “completely failed” and will be replaced in the coming season.

On bond-funded work, he said the town council and mayor have supported a list of bondable jobs; the facilities team is developing specifications and expects to release many of the bids in January and February. The Sheehan elevator, he said, requires complete replacement because the existing shaft is not large enough for an ADA-compliant car; Silver Petrocelli will supply design and specs for that project while other jobs will be handled in-house.

What’s next: Facilities staff will finalize specs and post bids in the coming weeks; the Sheehan elevator design will be developed by Silver Petrocelli and other projects will move forward as funding and bids permit.