New Facility Update #30

July 16, 2010

During the weeks of July 5th and 12th, noticeable progress was made on the new hospital.  Wall and floor covering installation continued in the medical clinic, specialty clinic and emergency department.  Ceiling grid continued to be installed and electrical and plumbing contractors remained busy with lighting and hook-ups.  The security contractor was on-site cabling the doors throughout the building.

In the next several weeks wall and floor covering installation will continue as will the will painting and the landscaping project.  Fire sprinkler drops will continue throughout the building and cabinetry will continue to be installed.  Exterior signage will be erected in late July and office furniture will be delivered in early August.

The opening date for the new hospital will be Monday, October 4, 2010.  A public open house will be held on Sunday, September 26th from 1-4 pm.  Governor Heineman and Senator Kate Sullivan will be the honored guests.  For construction photos, visit the Photo Gallery at ValleyCountyHealthSystem.org.  For more information contact the Public Relations office at 728-4347.