Members of the Bridal School Building Committee updated the school committee on work related to the new middle school site and adjacent fields. The committee said estimates to repair and replace the softball backstop and to build walking paths generated costs higher than expected; one estimate for replacement came in around $90,000. The town has been asked to explore community preservation funds as a potential funding source for some of the items.

The update noted the turf field and most entrance work are nearly complete; the committee encouraged the public to view the site. The building committee will meet again Monday, Nov. 10, at 4:30 p.m. at Coakley Middle School. Committee members asked administration to clarify the process and timeline for final contractor closeout and project wind-down, including the post-construction inspection schedule.

What this means: The big-ticket items at the bridal/middle-school site (walking path, backstop) are still under review and may require additional funding from community or town sources. Turf field installation is substantially finished and the building committee will continue to monitor closeout activities.