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Palmyra School District Construction Updates

 

Graphic with the words 'CONSTRUCTION CLIPBOARD' and images of construction sites.

Click HERE for the Presentation that Greyhawk gave at the June 2024 Board of Education meeting.

Palmyra School District Construction is being managed by Greyhawk Construction Management Consultants.

The Greyhawk logo features a stylized outline of a hawk in flight.

A project timeline shows various school renovation projects with start and end dates.

Dates listed on the above Construction Timeline are estimated & are subject to change.

Remaining Referendum Work

  • The bi-monthly meetings with Ogren (General Contractor) continue, these notes are the result of the meetings.

Construction site with large yellow pipes laid in a trench.

A construction site with a stadium in the background, showing earthworks and equipment.

A brick high school building with construction in progress behind a chain-link fence.

Construction site with heavy machinery, piles of dirt, and large pipes on a cloudy day.

  • PHS Track

    • Underground Storm Drains have been installed (yellow in photos)
    • Overall yard drainage has been installed
    • Site lighting and scoreboard electrical work have been reinstalled
    • Now starting to profile the future track layout

    PHS Work

    • Full Scaffolding has been built in the Auditorium
    • Auditorium ceiling demolition is underway
    • Front Entrance addition block walls are substantially completed
    • Guidance/Counseling Suite has been framed
    • Electrical rough in is underway in Guidance Counseling
    • New electrical power feed has begun
    • Furniture Purchase Orders are to be sent out asap

    CSS Work

    • Electrical work continues on the second shift (after school lets out)
    • Furniture decisions are to be sent out ASAP
    • Abatement work for CSS is scheduled to start on 6/19

    A wide shot of a green sports field with a stadium in the background under a cloudy sky. A parking area with accessible parking signs and a chain-link fence. Construction work is underway on a brick building, with heavy machinery present.

    Signage indicates a new main entrance for Palmyra High and Middle Schools due to construction. Construction worker working on the exterior of a brick building.

     

  • PHS Track

    • Work has resumed on the track as of this week.
    • The vendor is working on overall yard drainage, 
    • The visitor bleachers are going back together with the handicap ramp  
    • Demolition of the existing track curb line

    PHS Work

    • Sub floor was installed in the auditorium
    • Scaffolding construction has begun in the auditorium
    • Above ceiling electrical feeds have begun throughout
    • The auditorium subfloor is scheduled for delivery next week
    • Main entrance foundation and slab are complete
    • Furniture decisions have  been  finalized

    CSS Work

    • Electrical work continues on the second shift (after school lets out)
    • Furniture decisions have been finalized
    • Abatement work for CSS is scheduled to start on 6/19

     

  • PHS Track

    • Work will resume on May 16 for the renovation of the PHS Track.
    • Underground storm system has been delivered.
    • Visitor bleachers were relocated over spring break.
    • Next update should include progress

    PHS Work

    • The demolition of the front entrance addition is complete
    • Foundations are underway
    • The demolition of the exterior of the cafeteria will commence next week
    • The auditorium subfloor is scheduled for delivery next week
    • Building scaffolding for the auditorium is being evaluated 
    • Furniture decisions are being finalized
    • RFP (vendor) has begun with access control replacement

    CSS Work

    • Electrical work continues on the second shift (after school lets out)
    • Furniture decisions are being finalized

    Workers are renovating a stage, removing flooring and preparing for construction. An empty stage with tables and barriers, possibly under renovation. 

    An empty auditorium stage is under construction, with exposed wooden beams and materials. A construction site with a brick building, a tall pole, and a chain-link fence under a blue sky.

  • PHS Track

    • Work will resume on May 16 for the renovation of the PHS Track.
    • Underground storm system has been delivered. (bright yellow arches inside the stadium fences)
    • Visitor bleachers were relocated over spring break.

    PHS Work

    • Construction zones have been established in the front and back of the school
    • The abatement and demolition have been mostly completed.  There is still some minor demolition remaining.
    • The demolition in the auditorium has begun.
    • With NJSLA testing occurring in the next few weeks, the work will be limited during the testing periods.

    CSS Work

    • Electrical work has begun utilizing the second shift (after school lets out)

  • PHS Track

    • Work will resume on May 16 for the renovation of the PHS Track after Spring Track season is complete.
    • Underground storm system has been delivered.

    Remaining Referendum Work

    • The Preconstruction meeting took place on March 19th.
    • Construction Permits have been submitted.
    • Work is scheduled to begin the week of April 14th at Palmyra HS |MS.  
    • The bi-monthly meetings with Ogren (General Contractor) are scheduled to start on Wednesday April 2nd.

    A project timeline for the Palmyra School District 2024 Bond Referendum, showing various construction projects.

    ORIGINAL Schedule- 4/24 to 5/2025

  • PHS Track

    • The "NO WORK" period from March 10th to May 15th has officially started (construction work will resume on May 16 when track season is completed)
    • The Underground storm system has been delivered
    • The Football Concession stand demolition has been completed
    • The slab for the bleacher relocation has been poured

    Remaining Referendum Work

    • The rebid from March 4th was awarded at the March 12th BoE meeting.  
    • Preconstruction meeting has been scheduled for March 19th
    • Permits are scheduled for submission next week (Week of 3/17)
    • Work is scheduled to begin the week of April 14th at Palmyra HS / MS. 

  • Construction equipment works on a field under a bright blue sky with fluffy clouds.

    Remaining Referendum Work

    • The bids received on Feb 6th exceeded our remaining budget
    • The administrative team worked with Greyhawk & Garrison to reduce scope.  We focused on value engineering to reduce costs.  Value Engineering (VE) is having the same product but at a more economical price.  For example, as opposed to having all heating and air conditioning controlled at a central location, all modified rooms will have their own controls.  
    • We re-advertised this Monday, 2/17, and the second bid opening will be on the 4th of March.  
    • Current project schedule remains intact.  

    PHS Roof

    • All paper has been received & the project is officially closed out as of 2-14-25

    PHS Track

    • Tree removal has begun
    • Underground storm system is on schedule for delivery
    • Football Concession stand is scheduled for demolition
    • Interior fence line was removed
    • Survey was completed
    • New visitor concrete was excavated

    CSS Roof

    • All paper has been received & the project is officially closed out as of 2-14-25.

    A sunny day at a park with a blue sky and fluffy clouds.

    Remaining Referendum Work

    • The bids received on Feb 6th exceeded our remaining budget
    • The administrative team worked with Greyhawk & Garrison to reduce scope.  We focused on value engineering to reduce costs.  Value Engineering (VE) is having the same product but at a more economical price.  For example, as opposed to having all heating and air conditioning controlled at a central location, all modified rooms will have their own controls.  
    • We re-advertised this Monday, 2/17, and the second bid opening will be on the 4th of March.  
    • The Current project schedule remains intact.  

  • Remaining Referendum Work

    • Drawings have been issued to different stakeholders prior to BID advertisement
    • The final BID was advertised -January 10th
    • Greyhawk reviewed all plans with key administrative stakeholders at CSS and PHS this week
    • The addendum will be sent out on Monday, January 27th
    • Bid opening is scheduled for Thursday, February 6th
    • Goal is to award the winning vendor at the February 12th BOE mtg

    PHS Roof

    • ONLY Awaiting warranty paperwork

    PHS Track

    • The scoreboard has been relocated to its new position
    • The light poles on the Delaware Avenue Side have been relocated
    • Once weather warms up, site work should be able to commence

    CSS Roof

    • ONLY Awaiting warranty paperwork

    CSS Playground

    • Job is completed as of Dec 2024

  • PHS Roof

    • Awaiting warranty paperwork 

    PHS Track

    • Electrical permits have been received
    • Portions of work are scheduled to start within the next few weeks
    • We are looking to schedule a groundbreaking event to celebrate the future track!

    CSS Roof

    • Awaiting warranty paperwork 

    CSS Playground

    • Job is completed as of Dec 2024
    • The GC came back out to exchange benches (yellow for red)

    An advertisement highlights proposed improvements to a school, including a new playground and rooftop.  Children cut a ribbon to celebrate the opening of a new playground.

    from drawing board…                                                             ...to reality!  Smiles abound!

  • PHS Roof

    • There are a few minor details being addressed
    • Final building inspection was completed
    • Substantial completion was issued to the contractor
    • We are waiting on the closeout paperwork

    PHS Track

    • A preconstruction meeting took place before Thanksgiving with Shore Top (awarded vendor)
    • The submittal process has started
    • The permit from Burlington County Soil Conservation was received 
    • We are working on obtaining other permits to begin the job
    • We are looking to schedule a groundbreaking event to celebrate the future track!

    CSS Roof

    • Final building inspection was completed
    • Substantial completion was issued to the contractor
    • We are waiting on the closeout paperwork

    CSS Playground

    • The new playground was officially opened for our students on Monday, December 2nd.  Please see our website for the pictures of the ribbon cutting ceremony!
    • We are finalizing the closeout paperwork
    • We are waiting on additional dirt around the sidewalk 
    • We are waiting on the red benches being delivered (The yellow benches will be removed.  This will not cause any damage to the rubber surface).

  • A playground with red and yellow play structures sits in front of a brick building.  A construction site with playground equipment and a yellow loader.

    New Playground at CSS under construction

     

    PHS Roof

    • We are currently working on the punchlist
    • The latch door has been received and will be installed early next week.

    PHS Track

    • The BID advertisement was posted 10/7
    • Pre BID walkthrough was 10/10
    • BIDS will be open on 11/7
    • We plan to award the vendor for the track work at the November BOE meeting (11/13/24)

    CSS Roof

    • We are currently working on the punchlist
    • The Roof Mounted Ladder has been delivered.  It should be installed next week.

    CSS Playground

    • The demo was completed earlier this week
    • Installation is currently occuring
    • Establish completion date is the week of 11/11 or thereabouts (depending on weather, etc.)

    Remaining Referendum Work

    • The Garrison Team and sub consultants walked the PIT, auditorium, and the cafeteria.
    • We have received confirmation that the addition to the PHS cafeteria will allow for an open concept, which will enable the room to be one as opposed to two separate rooms.
    • We are waiting on the final cost of the track before going out for BID for the remaining projects. and we are hopeful to go out to bid in mid January

  • PHS Roof

    • Currently working on the Punchlist items
    • The metal trim install is complete.
    • The latch door is scheduled for delivery next week with installation planned for week of Halloween.

    PHS Track

    • The BID advertisement was posted 10/7
    • Pre BID walkthrough was 10/10
    • BIDS will be open on 11/7
    • We plan to award the vendor for the track work at the November BOE meeting (11/13/24)

    CSS Roof

    • Currently working on the Punchlist items
    • The exterior metal is complete. Flashing metal on the roof is completed. Plan is to be complete by next week.
    • Roof-mounted ladder has been Delivered. Install date is asap.

    CSS Playground

    • Equipment vendor is scheduled to ship on 10/18/24.
    • Work is scheduled to start the week of 10/28
    • Completion date is expected to be 11/8 or thereabouts (depending weather, etc.).

    Remaining Referendum Work 10/16/24

    • We have been meeting with our administrative team to fine tune the design of the remaining projects. 
    • We have met in-person and virtually with the Garrison Team concerning these decisions.  
    • Once floor plans are approved, Garrison will proceed with Bid documents.  
    • We are hopeful to go out to bid in November.

  • PHS Roof

    • Currently working on the Punchlist items
    • The material for the installation of metal trim has been delivered & is currently being installed- they will be finished this week.
    • The latch door is scheduled for installation next week.

    PHS Track

    • The BID advertisement will be posted 10/7
    • Pre BID walkthrough will be 10/10
    • BIDS will be open on 11/7
    • We plan to award the vendor for the track work at the November BOE meeting (11/13/24)

    CSS Roof

    • Currently working on the Punchlist items.
    • The exterior metal is complete. Flashing metal on the roof still needs to be completed. Plan is to be complete by next week.
    • We are waiting on roof-mounted ladder. Delivery date is TBD.

    CSS Playground

    • A Purchase Order has been issued to the equipment vendor.  Currently, it is scheduled to ship on 10/14/24.
    • We have selected a vendor to install a fence and sidewalk as well.  A Purchase Order has been issued to that vendor.
    • Once the equipment is here, the demo of the existing playground will start.

    REMAINING REFERENDUM WORK

    • The Garrison Architectural Team and sub-consultants walked the PIT,  auditorium, and the cafeteria areas.
    • We met with local code enforcement last week to discuss the projects planned.
    • We are waiting on the final cost of the track before going out for BID for the remaining projects.
    • We are hopeful to go out to bid in November

    REMAINING REFERENDUM WORK

    • The layout for Palmyra HS renovations has been finalized.  We appreciate the feedback received from the various stakeholders (administration, nurse, guidance counselors, librarian, CST)
    • The auditorium, cafeteria (PHS), and PIT are still being reviewed
      • Once floor plans are approved, Garrison will proceed with Bid documents.  
    • We are hopeful to go out to bid in November

  • PHS Roof

    • Currently working on the Punchlist items
    • The material for the installation of metal trim expected at PHS next week.
    • The latch door should be installed by end of September (subject to change)

    PHS Track

    • We met with the Engineer, Varsity Track Coaches, Athletic Director, Construction Manager, CEFM, and Business Administrator to finalize the design of the track.
    • We are hopeful  to go out to bid in October for the Track reno
    • We plan to award the vendor for the track work at the November BOE meeting (11/13/24)

    CSS Roof

    • Currently working on the Punchlist items
    • The installation of metal trim due to be completed middle of next week
    • We are waiting on roof-mounted ladder.  Delivery date is TBD.
    • Now that school is session, roof workers are wearing company apparel on site
    • Access to the roof remains by outside ladder which is fenced now that school has started

    CSS Playground

    • A Purchase Order has been issued to the equipment vendor. Currently, it is scheduled to ship on 10/18/24. We are hopeful it will be sooner.
    • We have selected a vendor to install a fence and sidewalk as well. A Purchase Order has been issued to that vendor.
    • Once the equipment is here, the demo of the existing playground will start.

     

    An advertisement highlights proposed improvements to a school, including a new playground and rooftop.

     

    September – Week#1
    A school hallway with lockers, signage, and a table.

    Regular summer work has also been a priority for our B&G team! PHS gym floor & District hallways & classrooms were all polished to a blinding shine!


    An empty high school gymnasium with a polished wooden floor and red accents.

  • PHS Roof

    • The latch door should be installed by end of September
    • The roofing should be complete by mid  second week of September at PHS (subject to change)
    • The installation of metal trim is TBD at the high school
    • AC is back up and running at PHS
    • Now that school is session, roof workers are wearing company apparel & the roofers are parking in the bus yard (adjacent to the gym)
    • Access to the roof remains by outside ladder which is fenced now that school has started

    PHS Track

    • We will meet in the next two weeks with the Engineer, Varsity Track Coaches, Athletic Director, Construction Manager, and Business Administrator to finalize the design of the track.
    • We are hopeful  to go out to bid in October for the Track reno.

    CSS Roof

    • The roofing should be complete by mid  second week of September at CSS (subject to change)
    • The installation of metal trim will take another 2-3 weeks to complete
    • All AC units are reconnected at CSS
    • We are waiting on a ladder being replaced for the CSS roof.  Delivery date is TBD.
    • Now that school is session, roof workers are wearing company apparel on site
    • Access to the roof remains by outside ladder which is fenced now that school has started

    CSS Playground

    • A Purchase Order has been issued to the equipment vendor. We are now awaiting the delivery.
    • We are selecting a vendor to install a fence and sidewalk as well. That decision will be finalized by 9/9.
    • Once the equipment is here, the demo of the existing playground will start.

    An advertisement highlights proposed improvements for Charles Street School, including a new playground.

  • PHS Roof

    • The doors (2) on the roof are holding up the completion of job.  We are awaiting delivery and installation on those doors.  
    • All other tasks should be completed by the second week of September (subject to change)
    • 3/4 AC units should be working by the end of the day on Friday (8/23).  The other unit, 5th street side, needs a board to be fixed.  Estimated completion is by the end of next week (subject to change).  
    • Work this Saturday (8/24) is  planned on the PHS Roof
    • Once school is session, roof workers will be wearing company apparel &  the roofers will be parking in the bus yard (adjacent to the gym)
    • Access to the roof will be by ladder which will be fenced in once school starts

    PHS Track

    • Meeting scheduled for Monday 8/26 with our Engineer, Track Coaches, AD, & Construction Manager to discuss preliminary design of the track
    • The start date of the construction is TBD

    CSS Roof

    • Estimated completion of the roof is Labor Day week.  However, the metal installation will be closer to the end of September (we are hoping for faster completion).  
    • Three of the AC units still need to be repaired.  Estimated time of completion is 8/30.  Right now the rooms impacted are the following: IT office, gym office, and faculty lounge.
    • Once school is in session all roof workers will be wearing company apparel & all roofers will park on the street
    • Access to the roof will be by ladder which will be fenced in once school starts.
    • We have an issue with a root that is in a drain.  We will need to replace a section of the drain. Completion date is TBD.

    CSS Playground

    • The start date of construction will be determined by the procurement of equipment.  
    • Once the equipment is here, the demo of the existing playground will start.

    August- Week#4

    DAS safety vestibule under construction!

    An interior hallway with construction materials and a hand truck.

    DAS sidewalks removed & replaced

    The Delaware Avenue School building is seen on a sunny day, with trees and parking signs in front.

    Exterior view of a building with brick and white siding under a clear blue sky.

    Exterior view of a building with multiple windows and a brick entrance.

    CSS getting cracked sidewalk spots repaired

    The Charles Street School building is seen under a partly cloudy sky.

    The exterior of Charles Street School on a cloudy day.

    PHS rooftops nearing completion – crane at work.

    A white van and a red truck are parked in front of a brick building with a crane overhead.

    August- Week#3 

    DAS sidewalks being removed & replaced.

     Workers are seen near orange traffic cones in front of a building.

     A street scene with trees, buildings, and traffic cones.

    DAS sidewalks being removed & replaced.

    An American flag flies high on a pole against a blue sky with clouds.

    The ball finial is replaced atop the PHS flagpole and Eastern Services trims our sycamores along 5th Street.

    August- Week #1

     An empty room with a neutral color scheme, featuring recessed lighting and shelves.
    DAS Room 3 former BA office, copy room & conference room-back to being a classroom.  New vinyl flooring, new ceiling, new lighting & freshly painted.

     A hallway with white brick walls and black trim, with open doorways.
    DAS former conference room door – can you tell where it was? Room 3 door next to Panther.

     A large truck with a container is parked near a brick building, possibly a school.

    Possibly, the final dumpster being delivered for PHS roof removal

    July- week #4         

    A person works on a room with exposed ceiling tiles and yellow shelving.

    DAS newly reclaimed classroom ceilings & floors being taken back down & replaced        

    A brick building with scaffolding and a fence is seen under a clear blue sky.

    CSS Rooftop Work Continues - Walnut Street Drop Off lane is a little busy with materials & construction vehicles & the CSS summer team returns to CSS

    A man looks out a large window in an office setting.

    Mr. Pease is surprised by the park job of the construction team just outside his new office space

    July- week #3

    A school hallway with white brick walls and an open doorway.

    DAS offices being returned to classrooms- doorways disappear
    Construction site with brick buildings, equipment, and safety fencing under a blue sky.

    CSS Rooftop Work Continues & the CSS summer team works from PHS

    A large blue dumpster sits near a building, filled with debris.

    Another truckload of old roof materials being carted away

    July

    A hallway with a partially constructed window and exposed ceiling wiring.

    Major changes to the walls at Delaware Avenue School

    Workers are on the roof of a building, with a green lift truck nearby.

    Rooftop replacement project begins at CSS

    A red utility truck parked in a lot with equipment and a building in the background.

    Board Offices move into PHS & the PHS Rooftop replacement begins

    School Ends/ Summer Construction Begins

    An empty classroom with desks and chairs, ready for students.

    Clearing of classrooms for cleaning & moves

    Exterior view of a brick school building under a cloudy sky.

    Arrival of equipment for the CSS rooftop replacements

    Graduates in red gowns gather for a ceremony in a gymnasium.

    Setup & teardown of graduation & end of school year programs

    Empty stadium seating with the words 'ALMYRA PANTHERS' displayed.

    Matt Curtis Stadium- cFall 2023

    A sunny day view of the Palmyra Panthers football stadium.

    Matt Curtis Stadium- Spring 2024

    Spring 2024

    • Matt Curtis Stadium UPDATES
    • funding source: District Maintenance Reserve Accounts

    Historic Matt Curtis Stadium opened to the public in 1939. On May 7th, 2024 the Garrison Design Team, including WJ Gross contractor, Kevin Walls & John McCullough, engineers, conducted a final field visit with our District Team. This project began last October & included among other things, repair of deteriorating concrete, rail post reinforcements, expansion joint updating, power-washing & painting.

    Shiny & safe for our Spring Track events & our upcoming graduation for the class of '24!