NEW MEMBER: BAY AREA MECHANICAL

This bill recognizes HVAC mechanical systems are an actual priority for the health and well-being of students and teachers. Occupants in energy efficient school buildings with sealed building envelopes rely upon properly operating mechanical ventilation systems. Maintenance and upkeep of these systems are often neglected or under-

prioritized by school “ administrators during budget considerations thus creating invisible but significant challenges to the health and performance of their students.

“Many of our local districts are taking advantage of the bill. We’re currently in progress on six projects in our local school district, all revolving around supporting better indoor air quality,” O’Connor said. “From attention spans to academic scores, everything is better when temperatures are regulated, there’s adequate ventilation and schools are performing proper system maintenance. All these studies have been out there forever, but now they’re paying closer attention.” The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state, with statutory provisions establishing procedures for those reimbursements.

CAL SMACNA appreciates the legislature and governor for openly recognizing the health and performance of our schools depend upon properly functioning HVAC mechanical ventilation systems. This bill marks a sea-change in a more complete understanding of the benefits and challenges of modern building systems.

CAL SMACNA’s “California School Reopening Ventilation and Energy Efficiency Verification and Repair Program” has created a reliable list of qualified mechanical, service and TAB contractors to provide these ventilation assessments, certification and repairs across the state.

Many of our local districts are taking advantage of the bill. . We’re currently in progress on six projects in our local school district, all revolving around supporting better indoor air quality.

DAVID O’CONNOR

United Mechanical Senior Account Manager “ See the full CalSHAPE Qualified Contractor Referral List at bit.ly/3EONnkN.

Mitch Hoppe and his wife Mitch Hoppe

WELCOME! | New Member BAY AREA MECHANICAL

EVAN AUCKLAND

Owner evan@bayareamechanicalservice.com NEW

406 Martin Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95050 www.bayareamechanicalservice.com

888-596-9226