Quick update on the Sorrell Courtyard project that coincides with the Exterior Façade work: 

• Sidewalk and patio project (weather permitting)
  • Lower patio center area is scheduled for a concrete pour tomorrow, Friday
  • The sidewalk between the 2 sets of stairs on the North side of the patio is scheduled for a concrete pour on Tuesday
    • This will remain closed through Wednesday – please use the ramp to the South per the construction tape and signs when accessing the South doors
  • The  piece of sidewalk leading up to the dock area and the ice rink is getting a trench drain and new concrete – this area will be poured once the boom-style lift is removed which should be next week

Phase 1 – Update:

• Demo activities are winding down
  • 1 hour – Natural gas shut-down planned (gas outlets for burners inside lab)
  • Abatement of flooring in progress – no impact outside of the construction area
  • “Building sweat” seems to be under control since recent modifications were made
  • An active water line was cut this week in error – UNMC responded with an emergency water shut-down while repairs were completed
    • The reports I received indicated no impact outside of the construction zone

• New Construction:
  • Metal stud framing starts week of 9/2

• Fume Hood removal and re-balancing
  • Phase 1 fume hood disconnection is scheduled for 9/5
    • CRA scheduled for 9/3 at 1030am

• Fire system shut-down by floor is complete.

• Exterior Work on South Façade:
  • Area 1 is behind schedule.  Painting is in progress and should be done Friday, 8/30
  • The boom-style lift will be removed next week
  • Shift to Area 2 (see image below) to follow

• Schedule & Budget:
  • Phase 1 anticipated completion April of 2020
  • No concerns at this time for either