Holliston Fire/EMS logs, Sept. 11-17 Sep 30, 2009
No hazards were found; the company representative was advised to repair the fire alarm system. Thursday, Sept. 17. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Guest Commentary- The facts are these Sep 25, 2009
The fire alarm system is at risk of failure. The school was built to hold roughly half the population that it now serves. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
GVR budget: Few taking interest Sep 23, 2009
GVR Executive Director Anndrea Blackshear said some of the items covered in the budget include parking lot repaving and repairing, new fitness equipment, decks for pools and spas, a fire alarm system, HVAC air conditioning systems and pool heaters. She said the final budget would be available online, at , by the end of the week. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Busch Hall gets a makeover Sep 16, 2009
Busch Hall now boasts new HVAC, electrical, communication and fire alarm systems and an elevator at the buildings west end. Unlike before, there are restrooms on every floor. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Page Mill could lose control of EPA properties Sep 11, 2009
" But city officials and fire district officials said they were concerned about the consequences of Page Mill going bankrupt and losing its buildings. Menlo Park Fire Protection District Chief Harold Schapelhouman said the department identified eight buildings with non-functioning fire alarms. Another building had a fire alarm system that was installed, but that no longer meets code regulations, which require alarms to have monitoring systems. The buildings with fire-alarm violations are around... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
City orders Brew House closed for repairs Sep 10, 2009
Chief among them is an unfinished fire alarm system, but he said the inspector also found such hazards as open wiring, flammable materials and improperly stored items. The Brew House Association, a nonprofit that has owned the building since 2001, has been trying to rehabilitate the structure as a residence for artists and arts organizations. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
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New fire alarm system at Selma High ... Selma Unified plans to spend 500,000 to upgrade the fire alarm system at Selma High School that was installed 51 years ago when the campus opened on Wright Street. (Selma Enterprise, CA)
Page Mill closes offices, fuels speculation Sep 5, 2009
Abrica said the city directed inspectors and emergency-response officials to be on alert and to spend more time around the properties where the fire alarm systems have malfunctioned. "They confirmed that the problem is widespread," Abrica said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Town saves big on Russell construction Sep 4, 2009
School Building Authority some three years ago seeking funding for repairs to the elementary school s electrical and fire alarm systems. The MSBA sent out a team of inspectors, and told the School Department that Russell Street needed a lot more than electrical and fire safety, and gave their approval and committed financing to move the project ahead. (Littleton Independent, MA)
South Middle, Highlands school renovations approved in Braintree Sep 2, 2009
Plans call for new insulated windows in all classrooms, upgrading the electrical system, replacing ceiling tiles with 2-foot-by-2-foot acoustic tiles, new classroom lighting, and installing a new sprinkler and fire alarm systems. The west wing would have its heating and ventilation system converted from steam to forced hot water. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Head of the Class, Aug. 27 edition Sep 1, 2009
Also, a brand new fire alarm system is being installed through the building. All teachers will be attending training on Aug. 26 and 27. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
AISD board seeking trustee Aug 28, 2009
Other changes include painting the columns a dark barn red, omitting high bay windows and installing a stand-alone fire alarm system. Morgan asked Sandefur about the construction timeline, and he said the gym should be finished around Christmas. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Lexington at Large: The Center's 'newest' attraction Aug 14, 2009
A new fire alarm system has been installed with overall renovation/restoration expected complete by the end of the year. Additionally noteworthy is that, coming soon, scenes from the upcoming movie The Fighter will be filmed at the Lexington Flick. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Federal and state aid will boost Billerica schools Aug 7, 2009
Antonelli announced that he has awarded the bid for a new fire alarm system at the Marshall Middle School to Annese Electrical Services, Inc. of Weymouth. The schools architect has worked with this company on many projects in the past and recommended the bid be awarded to it. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Roof repairs dominate $31.7M bond Aug 7, 2009
4 million to update fire alarm systems for 10 schools. 9. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Casements renovation work gains momentum Aug 6, 2009
Crews have also begun installing a fire alarm system. The restrooms are being gutted and expanded to make them more accessible to the handicap. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Hawaii firms get part of $935M contracts Aug 1, 2009
The work includes replacement of deteriorated windows, re-roofing the building, upgrading the existing fire alarm systems and numerous other repairs. Reader Comments. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Stadium ready by kickoff? Yes, no, maybe Jul 30, 2009
Furthermore, Hackworth reported on a recent meeting with officials from the State Fire Marshal's Office, who advised him that a fire alarm system would have to be installed throughout the building. Despite those outstanding issues with the facility most of which is dedicated to locker-room features Hackworth noted that the prioirty must be the press box. (Keyser Mineral Daily News Tribune, WV)
School wants to jam cell phones Jul 30, 2009
superxmop wrote on Jul 29, 2009 1:49 PM:" The jamming equipment could be slaved to the fire alarm system where any drop of a fire alarm would invalidate the jamming equipment. Not a big deal since fire alarms shut off big air circulation fans and other devices in large buildings when activated. ". maddogUNI wrote on Jul 29, 2009 1:54 PM:" Fantastic idea, however, you dont need to purchase a device to "jam" the signals. Simply say that cell phones are not necessary or needed in an educational... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Emergency project declared to fix Kennedy school fire alarm Jul 29, 2009
Until the fire alarm system is repaired at John F. Kennedy Middle School, the district has someone staying at the building 24 hours a day to keep a manual fire watch. The school district Tuesday night declared an emergency project to repair the system at the Deerfield Drive East facility after the system failed July 15 when architects were evaluating it. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Wellesley Building Permits: July 23 Jul 24, 2009
Replace existing fire escape/install fire alarm system control panel and pull stations. July 17. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Washington Engineering Marks 20 Years Jul 22, 2009
"We've worked on projects from fire alarm systems in a 22-story luxury high-rise to a hospital in Iowa and everywhere in between," Unnerstall said. Here in Washington people can see the company's handiwork at various buildings for companies ranging from the Bank of Washington, Pauwels Transformers, Rawling Sporting Goods, Spartan Showcase, The Chest, the Missourian Publishing Company, Cinema 1 Plus, Lucy Gallery, Stone Hill Winery, Hillermann Nursery st, Aldo's Restaurant, St. John's Mercy... (Missourian Publishing, MO)
False fire alarms will now come with a cost Jul 22, 2009
WASILLA -- If your home or business has a commercial fire alarm system that goes off every time a birthday candle is blown out, service it now or face fines if fire crews gear up and respond. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Canal Street Hotel's court date pushed back, could reopen Jul 11, 2009
Attorney Glenn McGovern, who represents the owner of the Canal Street Hotel, said it was all done in an effort to allow the hotel time to make the improvements it promised to the 50-year-old building's electrical, plumbing and fire alarm systems. "That's what we're working towards, is having everything finished in the next 10 or 11 days," McGovern said. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Letters to the editor Jul 8, 2009
In June 12, I received a letter stating that they would enter my home on Wednesday, June 17, in order to do a family security system test of my fire alarm system. Since I have a cat, I needed to be home. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Watertown fire news: Driver extricated from car following accident Jun 30, 2009
They ventilated the area, determined there were no hazards, and reset the fire alarm system. Power outage at Center and Franklin streets. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Savings leave cash for more upgrades Jun 27, 2009
Other improvements at the convention center include an improved freight elevator, updates to its fire alarm systems, and about 450,000 square feet of new carpet, expected to cost about $1. 3 million. (Columbus Business First, OH)
Board Agenda Jun 25, 2009
c) Consider approving the work scope for the fire alarm systems for three buildings and a burglar alarm system for the golf pro shop, authorizing funds for the work, and authorizing the CEO to execute a standard Small Project Construction Agreement for the work. 6. (Walnut Creek Rossmoor News, CA)
community newsletter: What's the buzz? School neighbors just want noise to stop Jun 23, 2009
Asked if that would compromise the fire alarm system, he said it would not. He expressed his apologies to the neighbors. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Committees reviewing costs for renovations, construction Jun 23, 2009
Construction to replace the fire alarm system in the Public Safety Building was discussed. Several omissions were found dating back to the original construction of the building, including air conditioning ducts left unconnected and fire walls that end above the ceiling and do not extend to the roof as required. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Holliston Fire Department/EMS logs, May 15-28 Jun 3, 2009
12:12 p.m.: Weekend Duty Officer Deputy Chief Jim Moore responded to the Flagg School for trouble with the fire alarm system. Sunday, May, 24. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Cora J. Belden Library to receive face lift this summer May 30, 2009
Several areas of the library will be re-done including a new roof, new front steps, ramps and railings, new HVAC (heating, ventilating, and air conditioning) systems, an upgraded fire alarm system and some masonry and site work. Most of the work will not affect library operations but the library anticipates closing for roughly four days between June 15 and 23 for the pouring and drying of cement on the stairs. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Opening the pole vault: Audit of 52 utility poles finds a third of them gone May 29, 2009
For the town s part, it needs the poles for street lights and a wired fire alarm system. That system is about 50 percent phased out, according to Fire Chief William Middlemiss. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Updated flood maps could affect property owners May 27, 2009
Commissioners also approved a change order authorizing modernization of a fire alarm system at the county jail. Chappell Hill Construction, which is already working on an expansion of the section housing female prisoners, will install addressable fire alarms in the older portion of the jail at a cost of 36,479. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Tenants sue company over fire damage May 17, 2009
It also says the fire alarm system in the building was not tied directly to the Fire Department. R&R Battista Services has already filed its response to the complaint, while JPI and Jefferson have not. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Airmen Paint Playground at Children's Center May 16, 2009
" Before installing the new stove, Master Sgt. John Pahukoa noticed there was no neutral in the original configuration of the stove circuit. "I reconfigured the wiring in the receptacle to match the stove and bonded the neutral and ground in the main panel," said Sergeant Pahukoa, an electrician who serves as the 376th ECES electrical and fire alarm systems quality assurance evaluator. "If we would have just plugged the new stove in without reconfiguring the circuit, it would have posed a... (DOD DefenseLINK)
Commissioners will meet Tuesday10:07 pm | (No comments posted.) May 16, 2009
Among agenda items are a discussion and possible action regarding a fire alarm system for the courthouse, approval of a fireworks permit for Dakota Sioux Casino, action on county options regarding the sale of the Kid Shift Daycare building, signing an agreement with Todd Architects for a feasibility study for an annex to the courthouse building and monthly reports. The meeting will be held in the Commissioners Room in the courthouse beginning at 9 a.m. and is open to the public. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Passport cards can be used to buy liquor May 16, 2009
Officials also discovered there was a malfunction in the building's fire alarm system. WASHINGTON, D.C. Three nominated to fill US attorney posts In a recent round of nominations to fill vacant US attorney posts announced yesterday, President Obama has named three candidates for spots in the Northeast. (Boston Globe)
Lawyer seeks permission to hold fundraiser May 14, 2009
Hagerstown Fire Chief Gary Hawbaker said Tuesday that Timothy Gordons property on North Potomac Street does not meet state requirements for a fire alarm system, a sprinkler system, fire wall separation and emergency lighting. On May 7, Douglas P. DeHaven, a city fire marshal, wrote a letter telling Gordon he cant hold his live-entertainment event until those requirements are met. (The Herald-Mail Online)
County addresses building repairs9:38 am | (No comments posted.) May 7, 2009
Agreed to meet with a representative of ABC Fire Control of Hartford to discuss a fire alarm system for the courthouse. Only the elevator shaft in the old building has a fire alarm now, Ford said, adding this is something that has been discussed for many years. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
Wilmington Town Meeting 2009: Budget approved despite debates May 5, 2009
MacDonald again criticized the fire department on discussion of another article, which asked to appropriate $60,000 for an upgraded fire alarm system at the Wildwood School. I find it disturbing that the fire department has let this go on for so long, he said. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Melrose fire watch over: City files lawsuit to recoup costs May 1, 2009
According to court documents obtained by the Free Press from the fire watch ended after the Melrose Fire Department and building trustees agreed to a timeline of system upgrades, with installation of a new fire alarm system panel beginning on March 24. Attorney David Lucas, representing the city, told the Free Press on Wednesday that the lawsuit the city filed on March 20 likely led to the agreement reached with the trustees four days later. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Health department considering two office sites in LC Apr 30, 2009
In other building news, Lee County's four buildings need an updated fire alarm system. Of the North Lee County Courthouse, South Lee County Courthouse, Lee County Offices and Department of Human Services, only one, the office building in Fort Madison, notifies the fire department when an alarm is pulled. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Poles mourn for hostel fire dead Apr 15, 2009
It was not immediately clear what fire alarm system the hostel had, if any ... It was not immediately clear what fire alarm system the hostel had, if any. (BBC News -- Europe)
Schools seek $1.2M override for building projects Apr 9, 2009
Buker School would have $100,000 of work, including replacing the basement window wells and exit door; upgrading the fire alarm system; replacing single-pane windows; and replacing some sections of the roof. Cutler School would have $165,300 of work, including installing alarms and locks; installing temperature controls; installing insulation and vapor barriers in the modular wings; upgrading doors and hardware; upgrading lighting to be more energy efficient; and upgrading the intercom system. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Coronado Motel Issued Order To Vacate Apr 2, 2009
The marshal's office found the fire alarm system at the hotel doesn't work and the smoke detectors in the rooms don't operate. Building inspectors found plumbing and electrical work that's not compliant and other repair work that violates the building code. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Placing renovations over construction Apr 1, 2009
The Philbrook Hall was closed for most of Monday because the fire alarm system was not up to code. Last week, the heat in the Woodside Apartments had to be shut down due to a "major steam leak" in the McLaughlin/Scott Hall area. (The New Hampshire, NH)
Opinion: Let's fix JFK Middle School Mar 26, 2009
The fire alarm system, although working, is antiquated and parts are no longer available. At some point, it will have to be replaced to ensure the safety of the children. (Hudson Sun, MA)
Safety call over boat fire deaths Mar 25, 2009
The boat was fitted with a fire alarm system, designed for use at sea, which would alert a crew member in the wheelhouse ... They recommended a review of fire alarm systems and fire protection measures such as fire doors, better training and emergency drills. (BBC News -- UK)
Ray saves the day Mar 21, 2009
The fire alarm system was upgraded and they redid the boiler room. But I was worried about the fire getting away. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Cape Canaveral hires mediator to settle dispute Mar 21, 2009
Boucher said a condominium remodeling and repair project would have required a fire alarm system for 11 or more units. But, instead of 12 units, the paperwork listed the project as 10 units. (Florida Today)
Schools seek debt exclusion capital override Mar 19, 2009
The following items are included in the scope of work: new concrete floor with proper slope for universal accessibility; new insulation and membrane roof; new stage floor material; new stage curtains; new stage rigging; motorized stage equipment; new stage lighting, dimming and electrical infrastructure; new stage smoke evacuation; new fire curtain/curtain treatments; upgrade fire alarm system; new sound system; new acoustic panels, banners; new seating; new HVAC system; new fire protection... (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Ellensburg to receive stimulus funding Mar 19, 2009
advertisement Barkley said the city has applied for a number of other grants to fund Ellensburg police officers, a hard-wired fire alarm system for the historic downtown and for missing links in Ellensburg s sidewalk system. Another possibility for stimulus funds lies in Central Washington University s Hogue Hall renovation project. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Ground Broken at New Early Childhood Center Mar 14, 2009
Fiber optic lines, as well as a fire alarm system, carpeting, and other improvements would be installed later. Van Zee added that the building would look similar to Central Elementary. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Selectmen review warrant articles Mar 12, 2009
Improving the fire alarm systems at the Wildwood and Shawsheen schools will cost approximately $300,000 while window replacement at the Shawsheen School has about a $620,000 price tag. Hooper pointed out that replacing the single pane windows installed in the 1970s will increases energy efficiency by 20 to 40 percent annually. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Sycamore chief: Kenwood Towne Place project should be OK Mar 12, 2009
They involve: cleaning up garbage at the site, repairing sprinkler system pipes in the garage, testing the fire alarm system and paving an access road behind the building. A lot of things are happening pretty quick here, Jetter said Wednesday morning. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Longview school levies pass the test Mar 12, 2009
The capital levy will pay for a new fire alarm system at R.A. Long High School, install new ventilation system at Mark Morris High School, improve security systems districtwide, and provide more computers and other technology for teachers. Related article. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Ambulance, inspection charges going up Mar 11, 2009
The new inspection fees include a $40 per hour charge for an examination of building plans up to 15 pages, up from $25; $40 to install or alter fire extinguishing equipment, up from $25; $40 to inspect a smoke detection system in a building of up to five units, up from $25; $35 for inspection of smoke detectors, up from $25; and $40 to install or alter a fire alarm system, up from $25. New ambulance fees include $505. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
No resolution yet to Undercliff fire watch Mar 10, 2009
It s not just the fire alarm system at Undercliff Terrace that s disconnected from the Melrose Fire Department ... Van Campen said that because the fire alarm system s master box does not notify the Fire Department, the only way Melrose firefighters would know about a fire at Undercliff Terrace is when a person calls the department or 911 which could leave the city open to liability ... Walsh said that a major alteration to a component of a fire alarm system requires the entire system to be... (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Budget committee makes recommendations Mar 7, 2009
Building projects include replacement of Town Hall fire alarm system ($40,000), replacement of Osgood School water heater ($24,000), completion of library staff workroom renovation ($5,000), police station s communications system repairs/security update ($23,500). How the capital stabilization fund works. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Congress to get bigger spending boost than domestic programs Mar 5, 2009
"The delay is due in large part to the added scope" of the project as well as changes in the fire alarm system. Without the additional funds, said a statement from the architect's office, it would be unable to "close out the . . . contracts and settle delay claims.". (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Fire watch at Franklin Street housing complex raises ire Feb 27, 2009
A faulty fire alarm system at Undercliff Terrace, a Franklin Street housing complex, has led the Melrose Fire Department to institute a fire watch, with a firefighter posted there 24 hours a day until building overseers replace the entire fire alarm system although the overseers are claiming only the system s panel is malfunctioning ... The pull switches also had a delay in calling the department and Collina and Walsh asked Pratt who was maintaining the fire alarm system ... Collina deemed that... (Melrose Free Press, MA)
EDITORIAL: End the Undercliff Terrace fire watch Feb 27, 2009
As Free Press reporter Daniel DeMaina explains in his story, beginning on Page 1, the issue at hand is the fact that the residence s fire alarm system did not send an alarm to the Melrose Fire Department, and the pull switches in the main building sent a delayed alarm to the department ... A representative from the trustees, Daemeon Pratt, meanwhile, argues that only the panel the electronics and brains of the fire alarm system needs to be replaced ... Pratt and the Fire Department officials... (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Future EU District home topped off Feb 26, 2009
Renovations will be performed on the exterior curtain wall, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems, elevators and elevator lobbies and main entrance lobby and restrooms. Reader Comments. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Planning study, capital improvements in debt exclusion request Feb 25, 2009
A few examples are replacing bleachers in the football stadium and gymnasium, buying new cafeteria furniture and updating fire alarm systems. Now faced with NEASC mandates, school officials said the district cannot afford to only spend money on transportable capital improvements. (Concord Journal, MA)
