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Replacing the gable end windows was not part of the original scope of work. During <br /> construction, it was discovered that the existing windows were held in place primarily by <br /> stucco and did not have weatherproofing. These conditions significantly impacted both <br /> the project's budget and timeline. <br /> Due to supply chain issues for the windows, the need for additional gable end windows, <br /> and longer than expected procurement times, a work delay was required between the <br /> roof and the windows installation. The four-week library closure to the public began in <br /> April 2023 after all windows were on site. The closure of the library while the windows <br /> were removed and replaced was necessary for both public safety during the installation <br /> and due to the inability of the heating and cooling systems to maintain the climate. The <br /> library was safely opened back to the public in May 2023. <br /> Although the library was closed to the public during construction, Library and Recreation <br /> Staff maintained the library's core services, including online services and curbside <br /> pickup and drop-off. During the closure, the contractor maintained staff-only access to <br /> the building for routine library tasks. <br /> Consultant Services <br /> Dahlin Group, the project's design consultant, prepared the plans and specifications, <br /> provided construction support services to review shop drawings, responded to requests <br /> for information, and provided periodic inspections and design clarifications. <br /> Budget <br /> During the project's construction, several unforeseen conditions were encountered, <br /> requiring change orders and utilization of the project allowances. Eight change orders <br /> for a total of $451,589, including a balancing change order, were issued during the <br /> project's construction (see Attachment 2). The work included: <br /> c Change Order No. 1 modified the window system from storefront to nail and fin <br /> configuration. The specified window system had a wider frame that conflicted with <br /> the seismic bracing of the building. <br /> o Change Order No. 2 made several modifications to the contract, which included: <br /> • Additional Structural Repairs to Roof Decking: The existing blocking between <br /> the roof truss was not connected to the roof truss, allowing the sheeting to <br /> move, which loosened the plywood nails. The structural engineer <br /> recommended repairing blocking at crucial areas and stapling the existing <br /> plywood to replace the loose nails. <br /> ■ Additional Stucco Removal and Installation: The limits of stucco replacement <br /> were expanded on the upper south side of the building (facing Bernal Avenue) <br /> due to failed waterproofing behind the existing stucco. Additional stucco was <br /> removed to install new flashing between the roof and the walls after Dahlin <br /> Group recommended replacing the flashing instead of reutilizing the existing <br /> flashing. <br /> ■ Miscellaneous Wood Repairs and Various Changes: Water-damaged wood <br /> was repaired throughout the roof. It included repairs to the fascia boards, roof <br /> decking, blocking, and valley areas. Various changes included an additional <br /> Page of <br />