Several projects still in works including installing metal panels and roofing

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The Worcester County Board of Education authorized a $2.5 million requisition to continue construction at the replacement Showell Elementary School site during a meeting on Dec. 17. The project is expected to finish in September 2020.

By Rachel Ravina, Staff Writer

(Jan. 2, 2020) Construction continued at the replacement Showell Elementary School after the Worcester County Board of Education authorized a $2.5 million requisition during a meeting last month.

Over the past month, crews have installed wood blocking for the roof, as well as stormwater structures and piping, according to a construction progress report discussed during the school board’s Dec. 17 meeting.

There are several projects in progress at the school site, including the ductwork, roofing, metal panels, insulation, and the exterior stud framing and sheathing, according to Oak Contracting LLC. Project Manager Bill Moschler.

Workers are expected to put the quarry tile and kitchen exhaust hood in place within the next 30 days.

Construction began on Sept. 18 and work is expected to finish by next September.

The project’s budget is $39.8 million, and roughly $17.1 million has been authorized since the project’s outset.