Gauer Elementary School to prepare for 2013 opening
Echo Pacific Construction, Inc. (www.echopacific.com) is pleased to announce the commencement of construction on the Gauer Elementary School campus in Anaheim. As one of the largest elementary school districts in California, Anaheim City School District offers a broad range of programs and learning opportunities, enhanced by strong support from families and the community. We at Echo Pacific Construction share in the District's vision "to work together to create a culture of excellence." The modernization project is part of the District's $163 million bond measure. Measure G was approved by voters in 2010 for new construction and modernization on 24 campuses.
This is the first Lease-Lease Back project between the Anaheim City School District and Echo Pacific. "This is a District with strong leadership and a clear vision for its student base and facilities. There is a successful track record here of project delivery using Lease-Lease Back. We are grateful for the opportunity to bring some of our experience to the table to help take the program to the next level of value and execution," said Chris Rowe, Owner and President of Echo Pacific.
"The Anaheim City School District is very excited about beginning work on the Melbourne Gauer modernization project. We look forward to a successful relationship with Echo Pacific," said District Facilities & Planning Director Tom Rizutti.
As part of a district wide plan to create learning environments that will promote a "culture of excellence," the scope of the seven building modernization is to include full scale demolition of all interior and exterior finishes, removal and replacement of outdated infrastructure and the installation of the most up-to-date learning technology. New construction includes restroom upgrades with new fixtures and finishes, new cabinetry, windows, doors, hardware, floor and wall finishes, new ceilings and lighting, as well as modified plumbing and HVAC systems, and a new roof. The replacement of exterior utility lines, new asphalt paving, striping, exterior finishes, landscaping, and replacement of irrigation systems, will tie it all together to give the project the look, feel, and technology of a new campus.
Careful attention was paid by the District, its design team, Architect Adolph Ziemba AIA & Associates, and Echo Pacific to insure the latest and most efficient equipment and systems were integrated into the project as well as the very latest cutting edge learning technology. Responsible "Green" building practices, creating value and long range efficiency are being used, not just from a project execution perspective, but perhaps more importantly, from an ongoing operational standpoint.
The Echo Pacific Impact Team includes Superintendent Tyler Steele, Project Manager Craig Smith and several local specialty contractors who are looking forward to exceeding the expectations of the students, staff, and community of Anaheim.
About Echo Pacific Construction
Echo Pacific Construction, Inc. (www.echopacific.com) is headquartered in Escondido, California, with offices in Merced. Constructing and managing projects for both public and private entities throughout Southern California, Echo Pacific has received industry recognition not just for educational accomplishments but for work in other arenas such as fire/safety facilities, parks and recreation, and religious structures. Echo Pacific was awarded a 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 & 2011 "Excellence in Construction Award" by the ABC of San Diego Chapter and 2009 & 2011 "Build San Diego Award of Merit," 2010 "Industry Excellence Award Nominee," and 2007 "Contractor of the Year" by the AGC of San Diego.
Contacts:
Echo Pacific Construction, Inc.
Rachael Gonzalez, Director of
Business Development
760.737.3003
rachael@echopacific.com
