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LOMS_Aerial Progress Facing South

October 2025


LOMS View Of The Sunrise From The Library

LOMS view of the sunrise from the library.

LOMS Outdoor Dining Area under construction

LOMS outdoor dining area progress.

LOMS Athletic Field and Track

LOMS athletic field and track.

Status Summary:
  • Site concrete sidewalks and hardscape continue to be placed, with a focus on the courtyard areas
  • Learning stair concrete benches have been placed
  • Concrete floor polishing is ongoing in the classroom wing
  • Exterior brick veneer and insulation install will be complete in the coming weeks
  • Roof wood decking is complete
  • Exterior sheathing and weather barrier are complete
  • Roofing is ongoing
  • Fiberglass window installation is ongoing, with another large delivery expected in the coming weeks
  • Interior metal stud framing will be wrapping up soon
  • Painting of the exposed structural steel and overhead MEP is ongoing
  • Interior gypsum board installation is mostly complete throughout the classroom wing and is ongoing at the remaining portions of the building
  • Metal stud framing is ongoing throughout the music rooms, locker rooms, food service areas, and drama areas
  • Installation of the ceiling grid is underway
  • Bathroom wall, backsplash, and floor tile installation is underway at the classroom wing
  • Ductwork install is mostly complete throughout the building
  • Electrical rough-in is mostly complete throughout the building, and wire is being pulled throughout and being terminated at gear
  • PGE-required electrical inspections have passed, and PGE crews are being scheduled for setting the transformer and bringing permanent power to the building
  • Plumbing piping is mostly complete, and crews will begin to install restroom fixtures in the coming weeks
  • Fire sprinkler piping install is mostly complete throughout the building, and pressure testing is ongoing
  • Low-voltage wiring is being installed throughout the building and will begin to be landed in the coming weeks
  • Food service equipment install is ongoing
  • Stormwater swales/ponds are being excavated, graded, and placed with drain rock throughout the site
  • Crews are continuing to place 
  • Crews will begin work on the greenhouse and surrounding areas in the coming weeks
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • The project team will be wrapping up a majority of the selections for furniture in the coming weeks
  • Contractor is preparing to implement a temporary heat program

September 2025


LOMS West Courtyard Progress
LOMS Athletic Field and Track
loms aerial view of construction site
interior wall progress
Status Summary:
  • Site concrete sidewalks and curbs continue to be placed, including at the outdoor play area
  • Concrete columns have been completed
  • Learning stair concrete will be placed in the coming weeks
  • Structural CMU walls are complete
  • Exterior brick veneer and insulation install is ongoing and is about 90% complete
  • Building structural steel is completed
  • Roof wood decking will be completed in the coming weeks
  • Exterior sheathing and weather barrier will be completed in the coming weeks
  • Roofing is ongoing, and crews are focusing on installing vapor barrier (1st roof membrane layer) throughout the building for use as temporary weather protection
  • Exterior sunshades installation has begun
  • Fiberglass window installation is approximately 50% complete
  • Painting of the exposed structural steel is ongoing
  • Interior gypsum board installation is ongoing throughout the classroom wing
  • Metal stud framing is ongoing throughout the music rooms, locker rooms, food service areas, and drama areas
  • Bathroom tile has been delivered, and installation will begin in the coming weeks
  • HVAC ductwork install is ongoing at the commons, locker rooms, gym areas, music rooms, and food service area
  • Electrical rough-in is ongoing throughout the building, and crews are continuing to pull wire in the electrical rooms
  • Electrical switchgear is installed, and crews are continuing work in preparation for building permanent power
  • Plumbing piping is being installed throughout the commons, locker room areas, gym, bathroom areas, and food service areas, and crews are installing equipment in the pump room
  • Fire sprinkler piping install is underway throughout the commons and south wing of the building
  • Crews will be wrapping up the athletic field and track in the coming weeks
  • Stormwater swales/ponds are being excavated, graded, and placed with drain rock throughout the site
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • The project team is continuing selections for furniture
  • Site logistics is being updated as work continues and changes at areas adjacent to the public
Construction Activity Updates:
  • Building structural steel and CMU install is complete
  • Track and field work is nearly complete
  • Exterior framing is nearly complete
  • Site concrete and hardscapes are being placed throughout
  • Interior mechanical, electrical, and plumbing install is ongoing throughout
  • Ductwork and piping is being installed throughout
  • Roof install is ongoing throughout
  • Interior wall finishes are beginning
FAQs:
  • When will the project be done? Summer 2026 for the start of the Fall school year
  • Is the high school softball field open during construction? Yes, but only for high school softball events
  • Is the driveway to the site open during construction? No, it is for construction access only, except as previously coordinated

August 2025


aerial view of loms building construction
loms building construction and courtyard
LOMS Classroom Wing North Elevation Exterior Progress
LOMS Commons Progress
Status Summary:
  • Exterior sheathing and weather barrier installation is ongoing and is about 90% complete
  • Fiberglass window installation is ongoing
  • Exterior brick veneer and insulation install is ongoing and is about 80% complete
  • Painting of the exposed structural steel is ongoing
  • HVAC ductwork install is ongoing at the locker rooms, gym areas, music rooms, and food service area
  • Electrical rough-in is ongoing throughout the building, and crews are continuing to pull wire in the electrical rooms and setting equipment
  • Electrical switchgear will be arriving onsite any day now 
  • Plumbing piping is being installed throughout the locker room areas, gym, bathroom areas, and food service areas, and crews are installing equipment in the pump room
  • Fire sprinkler piping install is underway throughout the south wing
  • Track and field base layers have been installed, and crews will begin rolling out the turf
  • Stormwater swales are being graded, and drain rock is being placed throughout the courtyard area
  • Site light poles are being installed
  • Insulation and gypsum board install are ongoing throughout the north wing
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • The project is on schedule 
  • The project team is continuing selections for furniture
  • The roofing subcontractor has entered bankruptcy proceedings, and the GC is in the process of engaging a new roofer to ensure work continues and warranties remain in place
Construction Activity Updates:
  • Turf field work is underway and the track has been paved and the field lights have been set
  • Interior and exterior framing is ongoing throughout
  • Interior mechanical, electrical, and plumbing install is ongoing throughout
  • Ductwork and piping is being installed
  • Mechanical equipment is arriving to site and being installed
  • Roof install is ongoing throughout
  • Weather barrier and windows and metal wall panel siding are being installed throughout
  • Grading and utilities for the secure courtyard are ongoing
  • Electrical rooms are being prepared for the main electrical gear
FAQs:
  • When will the project be done? Summer 2026 for the start of the Fall school year
  • Is the high school softball field open during construction? Yes, but only for high school softball events
  • Is the driveway to the site open during construction? No, it is for construction access only, except as previously coordinated

July 2025


LOMS Commons Feature Stair Progress
LOMS Classroom Wing North Elevation Exterior Progress
loms building outside walls and windows
loms construction inside ceiling structure
Status Summary:
  • Sidewalks and curbs are being placed throughout the site and around the parking lots
  • Concrete slab for the drama stage will be placed soon
  • Structural steel install will be wrapping up in the next few weeks
  • Exterior metal framing will be wrapping up in the next few weeks
  • Roof wood decking is continuing over the covered play area and will be wrapping up in the next few weeks
  • Roofing install is ongoing throughout the building
  • Exterior sheathing and weather barrier install is ongoing throughout the whole building
  • Fiberglass windows are being installed at the north wing
  • Exterior brick veneer and insulation install is ongoing throughout the entire building
  • Painting of the exposed structural steel is underway
  • HVAC ductwork install is mostly completed at the north wing and is underway at the locker rooms and gym areas
  • Electrical rough-in is ongoing throughout the building, and wire pulls have started at the electrical rooms
  • Electrical switchgear will be arriving onsite in the summer
  • Plumbing piping is installed and insulated throughout the north wing, and is ongoing at the gym and music room areas
  • Fire sprinkler piping install is underway throughout the south wing
  • Mechanical rooftop units have been received and will be delivered and installed at the north wing following the roofing
  • Roof turbines for the natural ventilation system have begun to be installed at the north wing
  • Field lighting poles and fixtures have been installed
  • Track and field grading is ongoing and is preparing for the base asphalt layer to be placed in the coming weeks
  • Driveway asphalt has been placed 
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • The project team is continuing selections for furniture
  • PGE crew has completed their work on the overhead power lines, in preparation for the new transformer
Construction Activity Updates:
  • Structural steel install is wrapping up at the gyms and music rooms
  • Track and field work is underway
  • Interior and exterior framing is ongoing throughout
  • Interior mechanical, electrical, and plumbing install is ongoing throughout
  • Ductwork and piping is being installed
  • Roof install is ongoing throughout
  • Roof wood decking is wrapping up
  • Weather barrier and window install is ongoing throughout
FAQs:
  • When will the project be done? Summer 2026 for the start of the Fall school year
  • Is the high school softball field open during construction? Yes, but only for high school softball events
  • Is the driveway to the site open during construction? No, it is for construction access only, except as previously coordinated

June 2025


Status Summary:
  • Steel install is ongoing at the gyms and music rooms
  • Interior and exterior metal framing is mostly completed at the north wing and is ongoing at the food service area
  • HVAC ductwork install is ongoing at the north wing
  • Electrical and plumbing rough-in is ongoing in the north wing
  • Plumbing piping is installed and insulated throughout the north wing and is ongoing at the gyms and music rooms
  • Fire sprinkler piping install is ongoing throughout the whole building
  • Interior gyp board sheathing and insulation is ongoing at the north wing
  • Exterior sheathing and weather barrier install is ongoing throught the whole building
  • Building foundation waterproofing is mostly complete
  • Roofing install is ongoing at the north wing
  • Weather barrier install is ongoing at the south wing
  • Exterior brick veneer and insulation install is ongoing throughout the whol building
  • Roof wood tongue and groove decking install is continuing over the commons
  • Metal flashing install is ongoing throughout the whole building
  • Fiberglass windows are being installed at the north wing
  • Mechanical rooftop units have been received and will be delivered and installed at the north wing following the roofing
  • Electrical switchgear will be arriving onsite in the summer
  • Grading and underground stormwater utilities are ongoing for the athletic field and track
  • Baseball and softball backstop poles are installed
  • Track and field lighting poles are being placed
  • Track and field curbs are being placed
  • Generator has arrived onsite, and the generator pad is placed
  • Driveway replacement has begun and will be paved in the coming weeks
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • Project team is continuing selections for furniture
  • PGE crew has begun work on their overhead power lines, in preparation for the new transformer

May 2025


loms aerial view of construction site
loms inside walls construction
LOMS Structural Steel Progress At Bridge From Commons
LOMS North Wing East Side Progress View From Bridge
Construction Activity Updates:
  • Structural steel erection is ongoing at the bridge
  • Portion of the parking lot is paved
  • Interior and exterior framing is ongoing throughout
  • Interior mechanical, electrical, and plumbing install is ongoing
  • Ductwork and piping is being installed
  • Roofing is ongoing at the north/classroom wing
  • Roof wood decking is being placed
  • Building envelope/weather barrier install is ongoing
FAQs:
  • When will the project be done? Summer 2026 for the start of the Fall school year
  • Is the high school softball field open during construction? Yes, but only for high school softball events
  • Is the driveway to the site open during construction? No, it is for construction access only, except as previously coordinated
Status Summary:
  • Structural CMU is wrapping up at the food service area
  • Structural steel erection is ongoing at the bridge and south wing
  • Sections of the steel stairs will be installed in the coming days
  • Interior and exterior framing is mostly completed on the east half of the north wing and is ongoing at the west half
  • HVAC ductwork install is ongoing at the north wing
  • Electrical and plumbing rough-in is ongoing in the north wing
  • Plumbing piping is installed and insulated throughout the north wing
  • Fire sprinkler piping install is ongoing at the north wing
  • Door frames are being installed at the north wing
  • Interior gyp board sheathing and insulation is ongoing at the north wing
  • Exterior sheathing install will begin in the coming days for the west half of the north wing
  • Building foundation waterproofing will be starting at the south wing in the coming days
  • Roofing vapor barrier install is ongoing at the north wing
  • Weather barrier install is ongoing at the north wing
  • Exterior brick veneer and insulation install is ongoing at the east half of the north wing
  • Roof wood tongue and groove decking is installed at the north wing and is ongoing at the bridge area
  • Metal flashing install is ongoing at the east half of the north wing
  • Site underground irrigation install is ongoing
  • Fiberglass windows are continuing to arrive to site
  • Mechanical units will begin arriving onsite in the coming weeks
  • Electrical switchgear will be arriving onsite in the summer
  • Grading and underground stormwater utilities are ongoing for the athletic field and track
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • Site logistics are being updated and monitored for student and pedestrian pathways and access around the project, including for the upcoming LOHS softball season
  • Project team is targeting beginning of summer for a majority of the selections for the furniture

April 2025


loms aerial view of construction site
loms interior construction
gym under construction with no roof and rain puddles
loms level 2 bridge construction
Construction Activity Updates:
  • Structural CMU walls are nearly complete
  • Structural steel erection is complete for the north/classroom wing
  • Structural steel joists have been placed at both gyms
  • Parking lot grading is ongoing with adjacent concrete curbs and sidewalks being placed
  • Interior and exterior framing has begun in the north/classroom wing
  • Interior mechanical, electrical, and plumbing rough-in has begun
  • Ductwork is starting to be hung
  • Plumbing piping install has begun
  • Roofing has begun at the north/classroom wing
Status Summary:
  • Structural CMU is continuing at the music rooms
  • Structural steel erection is ongoing at the north wing and is beginning to turn south to connect the two wings via the bridge section
  • Sections of the steel stairs will be installed in the coming days
  • Crews will place the next section of concrete slab on metal deck at the north wing in the coming days (weather permitting)
  • Interior electrical, mechanical, and framing layout is ongoing at all areas of the north classroom wing
  • HVAC ductwork is being installed in the north wing
  • Electrical and plumbing rough-in is ongoing in the north wing
  • Plumbing piping is being insulated in the north wing
  • Fire sprinkler piping is being installed in the north wing
  • Metal framing install is ongoing at the roof, interior, and exterior of the north wing
  • Door frames are being installed at Levels 1 and 2 of the north wing east side
  • Interior gyp board sheathing and insulation is ongoing at the east end of the north wing
  • Building foundation waterproofing is mostly complete at the north wing, and crews are installing the weather barrier on the exterior walls
  • Roofers have begun placing the vapor barrier at the north wing
  • Roof wood tongue and groove decking is installed at the north wing
  • Site underground irrigation install is ongoing
  • Fiberglass windows have started arriving to site
  • Mechanical units will begin arriving onsite in the coming weeks
  • Electrical switchgear will be arriving onsite in the summer
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • Site logistics are being updated and monitored for student and pedestrian pathways and access around the project, including for the upcoming LOHS softball season
  • Project team is working with staff to begin selecting furniture options

March 2025


LOMS Structural Progress Facing West
loms construction concrete columns
loms construction site
Construction Activity Updates:
  • Concrete pours for interior slabs are complete
  • Structural CMU walls are nearly complete
  • Structural steel erection is well underway
  • Electrical vaults, main equipment pads, and main pathways are nearly complete
  • Concrete columns are being poured
  • Parking lot underground utilities are being installed, area is being graded, and curbs placed
  • Concrete walls and plinths are being placed ahead of steel stairs
Status Summary:
  • Bus loop parking lot subgrade is being graded and compacted, and concrete curbs and sidewalks are being placed
  • Decommissioning of the existing underground heating oil tank is pending DEQ acceptance of final soil testing (negative)
  • Structural CMU is topped out at the gyms and continuing at the commons
  • Structural steel erection is ongoing at the northwest end of the building and is starting at the gyms
  • Crews have placed the first concrete slab on metal deck at the northeast end of the building
  • Interior electrical, mechanical, and framing layout is ongoing
  • HVAC ductwork is starting to arrive at the site
  • Framing install at the roof is underway
  • Building foundation waterproofing is underway
  • Site underground irrigation install is underway
  • Temporary gym/space at Uplands is complete
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • Site logistics are being updated and monitored for student and pedestrian pathways and access around the project, including for the upcoming LOHS softball season (which is now underway)

February 2025


LOMS Admin and Classroom Wing Structure construction
Status Summary:
  • Parking lot and pickup/drop-off loops are being graded and curbs installed
  • Decommissioning of the existing underground heating oil tank is pending DEQ acceptance of final soil testing (negative)
  • Structural CMU is progressing at the south half of the site and is complete at the north half (classroom wing)
  • Slab-on grade concrete pours are ongoing and will be complete in the next couple of weeks
  • Underground electrical and plumbing for interior spaces are continuing, ahead of each slab on grade concrete pour
  • Structural steel erection is ongoing at the north end of the building and is progressing ahead of schedule
  • Interior electrical, mechanical, and framing layout is ongoing
  • Temporary gym/space at Uplands is pending final inspections
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • Site logistics are being updated and monitored for student and pedestrian pathways and access around the project, including for the upcoming LOHS softball season

January 2025


LOMS Structural Steel Install
LOMS Gym Area Concrete Slab Pour
Status Summary:
  • Stormwater underground utilities are continuing to be installed
  • Decommissioning of the existing underground heating oil tank is pending final soil testing
  • Structural CMU is progressing at the south half of the site and is complete at the north half (classroom wing)
  • Slab-on grade concrete pours are ongoing and will be complete in the next several weeks
  • Underground electrical and plumbing for interior spaces are continuing, ahead of each slab on grade concrete pour
  • Structural steel erection is ongoing at the north end of the building
  • Temporary gym/space at Uplands is pending final inspections
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • Site logistics are being updated and monitored for student and pedestrian pathways and access around the project

December 2024


loms sidewalk construction
loms cmu progress construction
Status Summary:
  • Underground utilities are continuing to go in for water and storm
  • Decommissioning of the existing underground heating oil tank is underway and will be complete following further testing and excavation
  • Structural CMU is progressing throughout the building
  • Slab on grade concrete pours are ongoing, weather permitting
  • Underground electrical and plumbing for interior spaces are continuing, ahead of each slab on grade concrete pour
  • Concrete site retaining walls near the main entrance of the school driveway are completed, and sidewalk placement is ongoing
  • Structural steel continues to arrive onsite in preparation for steel erection
  • Basalt stone columns for seating and retaining are being set
  • Temporary gym/space and temporary gravel parking at Uplands are ongoing
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule 
  • Site logistics are being updated and monitored for student and pedestrian pathways and access around the project

September 2024


LOMS Concrete Footing Earthwork aerial
LOMS Construction Site aerial
Status Summary:
  • Abatement is complete
  • Demolition will wrap up soon
  • Underground utilities are going in for water, storm, and sewer
  • Earthwork and ground improvements are ongoing
  • Contractor is dealing with some unsuitable soils and hauling them offsite
  • Concrete footings have begun
  • Construction for temporary gym/space and temporary gravel parking at Uplands has started
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule and is substantially through the submittal process
  • Contractor is trying to complete as much earthwork as possible ahead of the rainy season
  • Remaining Food Service Equipment scope is going out to bid
  • Temporary gym sprinkler design is close to being completed and will be permitted soon

June 2024


rendered photos of inside of new middle school
Status Summary:
  • Robinson Construction has mobilized and most permits are issued
  • Moves have been completed and some items and devices from the old school have been salvaged
  • Submittal process is underway
  • Abatement has begun
  • Demolition and site grading will begin shortly after abatement gets underway
Project Manager’s Notes:
  • Project is on schedule and will allow for early procurement of materials and equipment
  • Scope in the right-of-way is anticipated to start and be mostly wrapped up this summer