East Elementary Construction Update – 10/23/2026
This week, we continue to make good progress on the East Elementary construction project! The metal panels on the north wing have been completed without any issues. The electrician is currently reinstalling the security cameras and lights, which are expected to be operational again by Monday.
Roofing materials were also delivered to the site this week in preparation for roofing to begin immediately following the framing inspections. We are continuing to move forward with several key phases of construction as we work toward completing the project.
Ongoing & Completed:
Stud Framing: Exterior wall and parapet framing completed, with inspections scheduled.
Plumbing: Overhead copper piping and storm drain installation continue.
Mechanical: Crews are hanging ductwork and installing rooftop curbs.
Steel Decking: Monarch Steel has completed the steel decking and addressed RFIs. Final steel inspection scheduled for October 28.
Metal Panels: Installation completed on the north wing of the building.
Roofing: Materials delivered to the site. Roofers will begin immediately following successful framing inspections.
Cameras and Lighting: Electrical crew is reinstalling cameras and lights, with systems expected to be operational by Monday.
Looking Ahead
October 26: Final caulking of metal panels and louvers throughout the building.
October 28: Final steel inspection.
October 29: Stud framing inspection.
Next Week: Begin interior wall framing, starting in the bathroom areas to allow for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) rough-in work.
Exterior Sheeting: Carpenters to begin sheeting the exterior after framing is completed.
Roofing: Begin following successful framing inspections.
Next 2–3 Weeks: Anticipated start of brick masonry and overhead MEP inspections.
Electrical: Continue electrical rough-in work.