WHAT?  Due to unforeseen mechanical conditions and challenges in connecting the new hot water system to piping underneath Pecos Hall and Sabine Hall, there will be a delay in providing heat to most buildings on campus.

WHY?  The large boilers underneath Pecos Hall that supply heat for the campus have been removed to make way for new equipment being installed.  This work is part of the Central Plant expansion project related to the new science building construction.

WHY? The heat has been off for several months while the old boilers were removed.  Contractor crews are working around the clock to make the needed connections and expect the system to be operational on or before November 24.

WHERE? The entire campus can be affected until the new boilers are installed.  Hot water supplied by the boilers is also used to heat water in the swimming pool, showers, and restrooms.

HOW TO DRESS? Although we have been experiencing rather mild fall temperatures, should the weather turn cold, please dress warmly in layered clothing, as needed, for maximum comfort.

HOW FUNDED? Demolition of the old boilers and installation of the new ones in the Central Plant expansion is financed by 2004 CIP bond funds.

WHERE ELSE? Previous T-Dust Alerts and construction updates may be found at http://www.richlandcollege.edu/construction