Facility Projects Progress as Students Continue Hybrid Learning

As students continue with hybrid in-person learning, Newport-Mesa Unified School District (NMUSD) facility staff continue to make progress on construction projects at various schools. See below for the status of current projects and recently completed projects.. CORONA DEL MAR HIGH SCHOOL Security Fence The project consists of replacement of the existing six-foot chain-link fence along Mar Vista Drive and Vista Del Oro with a new, permanent eight-foot chain-link fence. Trees along this section will also be removed, however they will be replaced upon completion of construction. Additional enhancements include: Installation of permanent fencing along the perimeter of the school. The front entrance to the high school, student parking lot (adjacent to the pool and Learning Resource Center(LRC)), and parts of the fencing near the baseball field/middle school entrance will have ornamental fencing, while other sections will remain chain-link. Construction of new sidewalks throughout the campus to allow for pedestrian traffic within the interior and exterior of fence perimeter. Reconfiguration of the school bus pick-up/drop-off along Mar Vista Drive to allow construction of additional sidewalks. Reconfiguration of the student parking lot near the pool and LRC for accessibility enhancements. Construction of a new entry structure at the athletic entrance adjacent to the pool and LRC. Completion is anticipated by the end of 2020. Sports Fields The project consists of two lighted synthetic sports fields, one with a rubber track. It also includes bleachers and scoreboards as well as fencing, gates and pathways. Completion anticipated by the end of 2020. COSTA MESA HIGH SCHOOL Tennis Courts Replacement of tennis court chain link fencing, including posts, footings and chain link mesh. New gates and concrete walkways, where necessary, for access. Resurfacing and restriping improvements as well as relocation of electrical to underground distribution. Construction is underway and completion is anticipated by the end of 2020. ENSIGN INTERMEDIATE Security Fence and Parking The project includes a variety of upgrades, including: Replacement of temporary fencing with permanent fencing Reconfiguration of the existing parking lot Construction of an additional parking lot along Irvine Avenue to accommodate approximately 45 parking spaces Construction of a new drop off zone at the front of the school. The drop off zone, as some have called the “banana lot”, includes a one-way drop-off/pick-up lane which minimizes traffic congestion on City streets, and approximately 20 parking spaces Remodel of the front office to improve visibility and access Construction began in March 2020 and included the following additional enhancements: Maintain the existing memorial tree in the entry plaza Replace removed trees at a ratio of at least one-to-one Create additional enhanced outdoor student gathering areas within the campus Offer to plant additional trees and shrubs in the city right-of-way along Cliff Drive to help to shield parking lot view from nearby residents Completion anticipated by the end of 2020. ESTANCIA HIGH SCHOOL Tennis Courts Replacement of tennis court chain link fencing, including posts, footings and chain link mesh. New gates and concrete walkways, where necessary, for access. Resurfacing and restriping improvements as well as relocation of electrical to underground distribution. Construction is underway and completion is anticipated by the end of 2020. Theatre This project is currently completing the design phase and includes a new 350 seat theater, black box, lobby and support spaces. The design phase is anticipated to be complete in late 2020 when the documents will be submitted to the Division of State Architect, which approves major school construction projects. Ideally, a successful construction bidder will be identified in Summer 2021, and construction would continue through 2023. For more information please view the . A virtual community meeting is scheduled for December 3, 2020, visit the for additional information. NEWPORT HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL HOME ARTS Project includes modernization of the existing courtyard in the middle of the Home Arts Building at Newport Harbor High School. This includes improvement in accessibility, drainage, landscaping as well as the kiln yard, equipment and roof structure. The project is currently in the design phase. Visit the for additional information and updates on facility projects.
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