What happened
The chiller condenser coils at Friendswood Junior High began experiencing “significant leaks with several coils damaged beyond repair” in spring 2024, according to board agenda documents.
The board approved the ratification of replacement coils in May 2024, but because of extended lead times, the installation of the new coils was delayed until March 2025, which caused additional repair work on the chillers, board agenda documents note.
The approval made by the board at its Oct. 13 meeting will repair two of the school’s chillers until the coil replacement is completed.
The cost
The chiller repairs will cost over $86,500 and will be paid through the district’s capital projects fund, according to board agenda documents.
