Remove existing light fixtures, dispose of any PCB ballasts and any leaking PCB contamination; replace with either T-8 or T-5 fixtures, and design proper lighting levels for the intended space use. Also, replace the existing ceiling grid with a code compliant, properly restrained 2 by 4 foot ceiling grid. Additionally, the entire electrical system will be evaluated for possible efficiencies and consumption improvements
Weller Elementary
$2,200,000
Weller Elementary School opened in 1983 and most of the lighting fixtures in the building are still the original hardware.
The building is dark. In fact, the Department of Environmental Conservation has cited the building for code violations because the lighting levels in classrooms and hallways are simply unsatisfactory.
In recent years, the district has attempted to address the darkest corners of the school, but really, the entire lighting system needs to be upgraded.
The problem is exacerbated because the original building design included an oddball ceiling tile configuration that uses a 2-foot by 5-foot grid arrangement. The modern standard is a 2-foot by 4-foot grid. The current ceiling grid is not seismically braced properly, which is a serious safety concern. However, replacement parts for the oddly sized grid are no longer available.
Under this bond proposal, the ceiling tile grid would be replaced at the same time as the lighting fixtures.
Additionally, special sensors would be installed that would automatically turn off the lights in an empty room. The district is trying to cut down on energy costs and coupling modern fluorescent fixtures with these sensors should make the building brighter while at the same time significantly cutting down on energy bills.
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