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CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: September 5, 2010:

The following represents construction progress for the week ending September 5, 2010:

• The installation of the wood panels in the ceiling of the sanctuary is nearing completion.
• The wood trim work in the sanctuary is about 50% complete.
• The chancel ‘clouds’ were framed and raised into place.
• The mechanical subcontractor continued on the installation of the additional sound insulation in the mechanical room. The electrical subcontractor continued the installation of light fixtures throughout the facility.
• The installation of interior doors and hardware continued as did painting throughout the facility.
• Concrete was placed for the west patio area. This can be clearly seen from our current chancel area. What an exciting addition as this pulls together the entire site.
• Work continued on exterior landscaping.

Next Building Committee meeting

• Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 5:00 PM.

Anticipated dates:

- Kitchen remodel completion            Early October

- Overall completion                             Early to mid November

 

Thank you,
Keith Winkel
for your Building Committee

  

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: August 29, 2010:

 

The following represents construction progress for the week ending August 29, 2010:

·         The installation of the wood panels in the ceiling of the sanctuary continued this week. Panel installation is just over 50% completed.

·         The installation for the structural posts that support the cables for the chancel clouds was completed this week. The drywall at the skylight soffit where the supports exit the soffit was also completed. These items were both on the critical path of the project.

·         Installation of the skylight was completed this week with the exception of some minor trim. The wood ceilings at the two vestibules in the gathering space were also completed during the week.

·         The drywall subcontractor continued taping and finishing drywall throughout the facility. With the exception of the mechanical room ceiling and the library/fireside room, drywall installation is essentially completed. Installed the wall framing for the library/fireside room and the adjacent storage room and started installation of drywall. This work reduces the seating capacity of the existing sanctuary by about 100 seats.

·         The mechanical subcontractor concentrated on the installation of the additional sound insulation in the mechanical room. The electrical subcontractor continued the installation of light fixtures throughout the facility.

·         The installation of interior doors and hardware continued as did painting throughout the facility.

·         Countertops were installed in the restrooms and at the reception area.

·         Curb, gutter and sidewalk work is nearing completion and grading continued for landscaping.

 

SAUMC meetings held during the week included:

·         The weekly owner/architect/contractor progress review meeting.

·         Building Committee meeting.

·         Meeting with Fransen Pittman, Allen and JR to discuss the monetary aspects of the additional cost for the chancel cloud and the additional insulation in the mechanical room.

·         Meeting with SAUMC staff to discuss traffic flow signs.

·         Meeting with Creator Mundi to discuss the location of potential artwork.

·         Meeting with Security Central and Fransen Pittman to coordinate the installation of security equipment.

 

Other items

·         Conducted a punch list inspection of the existing administration area and a follow-up punch list of the workroom. Accepted both of these areas for turnover to SAUMC.

 

Schedule

·         The current schedule shows a completion date of November 2, 2010, which is the same as last week. The current contract completion date is September 22, 2010. The current critical path is the installation of the structural members to support the chancel cloud, finishing the drywall and painting at the chancel cloud attachments in the skylight soffit and starting the frame construction for the chancel clouds. 

 

Next Building Committee meeting

·         Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at 5:00 PM.

 

Anticipated dates:

     - Kitchen remodel completion             Mid September

     - Fireside Room work:                        Mid August through early September

     - Overall completion:                          Early to mid November, 2010

 

Thank you,
Keith Winkel
for your Building Committee

 

 

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: August 22, 2010:

 

The following represents construction progress for the week ending August 22, 2010:

  

·         The installation of the framing for the wood panels in the ceiling of the sanctuary was completed this week and installation of the panels began. This work will extend over the next several weeks.

·         The framing for the sanctuary skylight was completed this week and installation of the skylight glass started.

·         Installation of the structural posts to support the chancel cloud started this week.  The posts will be hidden in the skylight soffits. Cables will be attached to the posts to support the clouds.

·         Drywall work is nearing completion. The only major area outstanding is the ceiling in the mechanical room. Framing for that ceiling was started this week.

·         Painting of walls and ceilings and installation of interior doors continued throughout the facility.

·         Installation of mechanical grills and other mechanical items continued. The electrical subcontractor concentrated on the installation of can lights in the gathering space, narthex and sanctuary.

·         The carpet in the existing administration area was removed this week in preparation for painting the walls and installing new carpet.

·         Excavation for the monument sign was completed and formwork and reinforcing steel were placed for the footer.

·         Curb and gutter was installed for the islands in the south section of the new car park, driveways adjacent to the entrances to the gathering space and the circle at the University entrance.

 

Meeting held during the week included:

  

·         The weekly owner/architect/contractor progress review meeting.

·         Meeting to discuss the installation and trim for the main projection screen and speaker in the sanctuary.

·         Meeting with the Art & Soul Subcommittee and Creator Mundi to discuss potential artwork.

·         Meeting to discuss the electrical requirements for the organ and the façade.

·         Meeting and tour for FirstBank in connection with the monthly bank draw.

·         Tour for the Board of Trustees.

·         Inspection of the precast columns. Rocky Mountain Prestress has completed the repairs and touch-ups to the columns.

·         Trip to Sam’s Club to review the sealer on the concrete floor.

 

Other items

  

·         Accepted for turnover to SAUMC of the upper level of the remodel area with the exception of the workroom, the kitchen and the library/fireside room.

 

Schedule

  

·         The current schedule shows a completion date of November 2, 2010. The critical path for the project is currently with the installation of the wood panels in the sanctuary ceiling. Fransen Pittman is working two shifts per day plus Saturdays on this work. Installation of the chancel cloud will be the next item to go on the critical path.

 

Anticipated dates:

  

     - Upper-level remodel completion:     Complete (except kitchen and work room)

     - Kitchen remodel completion             Mid September

     - Fireside Room work:                        Mid August through early September

     - Overall completion:                          Early November, 2010

 

Thank you,
Keith Winkel
for your Building Committee

 

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: August 15, 2010:

Work continued in all areas this week including the support system for the wood panels in the sanctuary ceiling, drywalling, tiling, painting, the sanctuary skylight (WOW – what a wonderful feature this will be!!), curbs and gutters on the north side, curbs and gutters on the south side so we can now see where the closest drop-off will be, and mechanical, electrical and light work everywhere…….WOOHOO!!! It is all REALLY taking shape!!!

Be sure to check out the new pictures of construction. They’re on the model by the office.

Anticipated dates:
     - Upper-level remodel completion:     Mid August (except kitchen)
     - Kitchen remodel completion             Mid September
     - Fireside Room work:                            Mid August through early September
     - Overall completion:                             Early November, 2010

 

Thank you,
Keith Winkel
for your Building Committee

 

 

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: August 8, 2010:

 

·         The drywall in the sanctuary is essentially complete. Painting of the walls and ceilings in the sanctuary continues and installation of the wood paneling in the ceiling has begun.

·         Installation of drywall continues in the choir room and the unfinished space beneath the sanctuary.

·         In the gathering space, taping and finishing of drywall continues. The window/door subcontractor continued the installation of the exterior doors at the two gathering space vestibules.

·         Painting continued in the youth classrooms, music administration area and sanctuary as drywall installation allowed.

·         Window trim installation and caulking of window frames continued. The majority of the window installation is now completed.

·         The mechanical, electrical, fire protection and low voltage wiring subcontractors all continued installation of their respective components throughout the new construction area.

·         The installation of floor tile continued in the restrooms adjacent to the music administration area.

·         Work on the expanded kitchen continued.

·         The mechanical installations are nearing completion and the electrical subcontractor continues wiring and installation of electrical components.

·         The roofing subcontractor continued installation of soffit panels adjacent to the stucco and the precast columns subcontractor continued repairs and touch-up to those items.

 

Other items:

·         The suspension system and structural framing for the three clouds above the chancel were challenges. These challenges have been met, and construction is starting.

 

Anticipated dates:

     - Upper-level remodel completion:     Mid August (except kitchen)

     - Kitchen remodel completion             Mid September

     - Fireside Room work:                        Mid August through early September

     - Overall completion:                          Early November, 2010

 

Thank you,
Keith Winkel
for your Building Committee

 

 

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: Two weeks ended August 1, 2010:

• The drywall in the sanctuary is essentially completed. Painting of the walls and ceilings in the sanctuary has started and preparations are being made to install the wood paneling in the ceiling.
• Installation of drywall continues in the choir room and the unfinished space beneath the sanctuary.
• In the gathering space, taping and finishing of drywall continues. The window/door subcontractor started the installation of the exterior doors at the two gathering space vestibules.
• Painting continued in the youth classrooms, music administration area and sanctuary as drywall installation allowed.
• Ceiling grid was installed in the new youth rooms underneath the gathering space and installation of casework started in those rooms.
• Window trim installation and caulking of window frames continued. The majority of the window installation is now completed.
• The 12” drain line for the collection of water from the roofs was completed this week.
• Landscaping on the west side of the existing building was essentially completed. This is area is being changed from “lawn” to native grass.
• The mechanical, electrical, fire protection and low voltage wiring subcontractors all continued installation of their respective components throughout the new construction area.
• The installation of floor tile started in the restrooms adjacent to the music administration area.
• Work at the expanded kitchen resumed with the installation of drywall.
• The mechanical installations are nearing completion and the electrical subcontractor continues wiring and installation of electrical components.
• At the exterior of the building, the application of stucco is finished with the exception of some minor repair and clean-up work. The roofing subcontractor continued installation of soffit panels adjacent to the stucco and the precast columns subcontractor continued repairs and touch-up to those items.
• The large retaining wall just west of the west entrance to the gathering space was completed. You can get a good view of it from the window at the chancel of the existing sanctuary. The retaining wall at the University entrance was also completed this week. The remaining curb and gutter for the entrance and access roads and the south portion of the new car park were also installed.

Meetings held during the week included:

• The weekly owner/architect/contractor project review meeting.
• Project schedule review meeting with Fransen Pittman.
• Project schedule review meeting with the senior pastor.
• Meeting with Fransen Pittman, SlaterPaull, Mtech and SAUMC regarding additional insulation in the mechanical room.
• Meeting with SlaterPaull, Fransen Pittman and the Interior Design Subcommittee Chair to discuss options for the sanctuary floor finish. 

Other items:

• A test of the screen for the projection system was held. Comparative tests where held between a 1.8 gain screen, aluminum laminate and Goo paint. The 1.8 gain screen was selected as the best option.
• OSHA conducted an inspection of the work site on Thursday. Several minor items were noted; however, Douglass Colony (roofing subcontractor to Fransen Pittman) will be given a citation for having a worker on the roof who was not properly tied off.
• The subcontractor who will finish the sanctuary floor advised Fransen Pittman that it cannot provide the floor finish specified due to the presence of the vent holes. Alternative systems will be tested on the concrete at the chancel. The concrete at the chancel is ultimately covered with a wood floor.
• The suspension system and structural framing for the three clouds above the chancel are providing challenges. The structural engineers and the drywall contractor are working on solutions. This item is a potential threat to the schedule.

Other items:

• Held the initial punch list inspection for the offices, choir room and Outreach storage room in the upper level of the remodel area.
• Held the second punch list inspection for the youth and children’s rooms in the lower level of the remodel area.
• Accepted for turnover to SAUMC all of the remodel areas in the lower level of the existing building. Note that there are a few odds and ends that need to be cleaned-up, but the work is substantially done and we can take full possession.

Upcoming events:

• Look for work to start on the labyrinth.

Anticipated dates:

     - Lower-level remodel completion:    Complete

     - Upper-level remodel completion:     Mid August (except kitchen)

     - Kitchen remodel completion             Mid September

     - Fireside Room work:                        Mid August through early September

     - Overall completion:                          Early November, 2010

 

Thank you,
Keith Winkel
for your Building Committee

 

 

 

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: Two weeks ended July 18, 2010:

 

 

·         The major activity during this time was the installation, taping and finishing of drywall. Installation of drywall continued in the sanctuary, narthex, music administration and the unfinished space beneath the sanctuary. Taping and finishing of drywall occurred in the sanctuary, the youth classrooms and corridor and the music administration area. Fransen Pittman worked on drywall activities throughout the week and on both Saturday and Sunday.

·         Installation of glass at the gathering space and sanctuary was completed. Caulking of window frames and installation of window trim continued.

·         The installation of metal soffits and fascia continued at the roofs of the sanctuary and gathering space.

·         The preparation for stucco was completed, and the application of stucco started.

·         Painting started in the youth corridor, the youth classrooms and the sanctuary.

·         Installation of the 12” storm drain line to carry water from the roof drains continued, and layout for the retaining wall at the west side of the gathering space started. This is a separate storm drain from the 8” line that has been reported over the last few weeks. The 12” line will empty to the swale that runs along the memorial walk.

·         Mechanical, electrical and fire protection work continued throughout the sanctuary and the gathering space.

·         On Monday, July 12, the main water line to both the existing and new buildings was reconfigured and an upsized 3” water meter was installed. The existing building was shut down for a half day due to this transition.

·         The new reception desk outside of the existing administration area was installed.

·         Completed the framing for the sanctuary mezzanine and the choir loft. Framing in the sanctuary is essentially complete with the exception of the scent-free room.

·         The tracks for the folding partitions in the youth rooms were installed.

·         The radio amplification system recently required by the fire department was installed.

·         Certain portions of the existing irrigation system require rerouting due to the location of the labyrinth. This work was also started.

 

Meetings held during this time included:

·         Weekly owner/architect/contractor progress review meeting.

·         Building Committee meeting.

·         Coordination meeting with The Whitlock Group and SAUMC to discuss the audio visual scope of work.

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