 Story & Photos by Dick Kauffman May 01, 2004
Ketchikan Borough Project Manager Ric Boyd graciously provided a walk-through tour Thursday of Schoenbar. The walk-through provided an opportunity for a glimpse into Schoenbar to observe the work that has been accomplished and the work still required. The walk-through tour was requested by Sitnews and Mike Harpold, President of the Ketchikan School Board, was invited along. According to Boyd, the project contract was put out for bid in June of 2003. Of those bidding on the contract, McGraw Custom Construction Company based in Sitka, Alaska was selected as the primary contractor. The initial cost of the renovation was estimated at $9.8 million with the expected completion date August 15, 2004. During the walk-through tour, Boyd said the project is currently 25% complete. Unforeseen additional renovation needs required to meet standards and safety will result in the
Boyd said the Ketchikan School Board has recommended a completion date of July 2005. The Ketchikan Gateway Borough along with the McGraw Custom Construction are presently in negotiations to finalize a new project completion date, he said. The projected cost of $9.8 million likely will increase; however, any increase in cost will not be known until after negotiations are complete. Boyd said local companies are also sub-contracted for the project. Schmolck Mechanical Contractors has been sub-contracted to do the plumbing work and Channel Electric has been sub-contracted to do the electrical work.
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