Current Construction Projects

Overview: 

The effort to modernize the existing courtyard in the home arts building at Newport Harbor High School includes improvements in accessibility (such as restroom modifications), hardscape, drainage, landscaping, kiln replacement and equipment, as well as a new kiln roof canopy.

This project also replaces the ceramics program's aging kilns with three new kilns, allowing more ceramic projects to be completed in a shorter period of time.

Status as of January 2023:

Construction for this project started in July 2022, with demolition work completed during the summer break. All underground utilities have been installed, new block wall has been erected, and minor bathroom improvements have been completed. Brick pavers are being installed and the project is anticipated to be complete in February of 2023.

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Replacement of new ground flush mounted lifts for school busses and district fleet vehicles.

Status as of January 2023:

Construction for the new bus lifts kicked off in July 2022, with most demolition work complete as of August 2022. Work is ongoing, current tasks involve plumbing connections, electrical routing and preparing for concrete forming.

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Replacement of existing aging baseball and softball scoreboards with new scoreboards for each field.

Status as of January 2023:

Construction for the new scoreboards  kicked off in late summer, with most underground work complete as of August 2022. Structural column placement for scoreboards are complete and are awaiting delivery from scoreboard manufacturer.

Project is anticipated to be complete by February of 2023. 

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Field area improvements for access and functionality.

Status as of January 2023:

Project scope was approved by the Board of Education on June 14, 2022 board meeting. Project entails accessible pathways to the softball and JV baseball fields from the Enclave parking lot.

A construction start date for this project has not been determined.

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Expansion of existing parking lot including new parking stalls and alterations for an accessible pedestrian path from parking lot to administration building.

Status as of January 2023:

Phase One consists of removal of empty portable building located off 18th Street.  Phase Two will include construction of expanded parking lot and accessible features.

A construction start date for this project has not been determined.

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The Theater project includes construction of a two-story, approximately 350-seat theater, including black box theater, lobby, box office, front of house support services, dressing rooms, scene shop, and costume and prop storage. The theater may also include classrooms for the music and arts programs. The project also includes improvements to landscaping, walkways, plazas, and installation of ancillary fencing for the theater.

Status as of January 2023:

Development continues on a new theater for Estancia High School. At their July 12, 2022, meeting, the NMUSD Board of Education took action to approve “Site 3” as the revised location for this theater project.

Construction documents have been submitted to DSA and are being reviewed. A contractor has been selected for Lease-Lease Back services.

Construction mobilization is expected to begin in April 2023.

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Documents:

Theater Board Presentation - 10/7/19

Theater Board Presentation - 11/17/20

Theater Board Presentation - 11/17/20 - Meeting

Theater Community Meeting Presentation - 12/03/20

Theater Community Meeting Presentation - 04/21/22

Theater Board Presentation - 07/12/22

Theater Board Presentation - 07/12/22 - Meeting

Theater Board Presentation - 12/13/22

Theater Board Presentation - 12/13/22 - Meeting

Overview: 

This project was originally planned to be conducted in two phases, however, in an effort to minimize the downtime of the pool, the district is making efforts to combine both construction phases.

The original phase of this project, currently awaiting design and DSA approval, includes a remodel of the aquatics complex, including installation of shade structures, replacement of bleachers, addition of sports lighting and relocation of the scoreboard. The additional phase is in the preliminary scoping stage and may include pool plaster and deck repairs, remodel of locker rooms, restrooms, showers and coaches’ offices. 

Status as of January 2023:

The project is currently in early design. The budget for this project was Board approved July 13, 2021, and the architect design contract was Board approved August 17, 2021.

District staff will continue to work with school administration and the City of Newport Beach to relocate aquatic activities during construction, as the pool will not be available during construction. All efforts will be made to minimize pool closure timing and impact to aquatics programs.

Construction commencement is being evaluated to minimize downtime for the pool, and to lessen the impact on the school and community users.

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As a result of removal of trees on campus to accommodate the new Cliff Drive Pick-Up / Drop-Off Lot, the board approved on May 29, 2020 the recommendation to create additional enhanced outdoor student gathering areas within the campus. 

The outdoor student gathering area is currently being planned for Ensign Intermediate School. The approved conceptual design includes landscaping surrounded by brick and concrete seating walls in the center of the campus, allowing students a new option for gathering for lunch, nutrition breaks or socializing. 

Status as of January 2023:

A Schematic Design was presented to the board and Ensign school administrators for review and comment.  After approval, the facilities department directed the design team to continue with design.

Design is complete and being reviewing by Division of State Architect.  Project is anticipated to go out to public bid for contractor selection in Q1 of 2023.

Construction is estimated to start in Q2 of 2023.

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Overview

In 2015, the Newport-Mesa Unified School District approved and later completed the Costa Mesa High School Sports Complex, which included a stadium with bleacher seating for 997 spectators, replacing the existing track and field with a synthetic field and rubber track, and providing a press box, concession/restroom buildings, storage building, fencing, and lighting. 

The District is now considering a proposal to expand the seating capacity of both home and visitor sides to a total of 2,000 seats. Both permanent and temporary bleachers are included in the plan. The project also includes a new team room, restrooms, various site improvements, and relocation of the visitor light stanchions.

The District will work with a consultant to prepare CEQA documentation for the proposed stadium expansion for staff to understand all implications of expansion. 

Status as of January 2023:

The Board approved the District to pursue CEQA documentation in the October 25, 2022 board meeting.

A construction start date for this project has not been determined.

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