Rolly
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Jun 7, 2003, 5:26 PM
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Building Project Update for 7 June 2003
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Looks like we are entering the beginning of the end -- at long last!
The sewer and water lines are complete and ready for hookup by the city. We went to city hall to submit the applications for connection where we received most unwelcome news. As I reported here two weeks ago, the charge was to be about $3,000 pesos (US$300), but now a different clerk says no, the charge will be about $5,000 (US$500). And even worse is the four to six week back-log of installation orders. UGH! Enrique will return on Monday to meet with the big boss to see what can be done to speed up the installation and get a firm number on the fee. One more move-in delay for the ladies.
Iniz, seeing that his work is about done, found another job that will start next week. So today (7 June) was his last day. We wanted him to stay for one more week to finish the tile work on the front porch, the stairs and some touch-ups in the bathrooms. Now Manolo will do that work (even though tile work is not his strong point). Iniz's early departure will set us back another man-week, but we'll still beat the water department.
Enrique's plumbing and my electrical work will now have plenty of time to get finished before the water people show up. We have a lot of odds and ends to take care of.
We found a new cabinet maker who promises to make the last set of kitchen cabinets before the water comes. That makes two cabinet makers and one door maker on the job. Still there's no way to even guess when all the wood work will be done. Custom cabinets and doors cost less and fit better than what we can buy in stores, but I’m still in a state of shock at how long it takes.
The power company says they will hook us up within 3 days after we call; no charge. The water department requires a fee and a signed application for service. The power company requires only a phone call.
There was some very good news this week from Ruben. I have spoken about him before – a 23-year old married father of a son, hard worker, very bright, ready to be a maestro, all ‘round nice guy. After 15 months working on the project, he was able to make a down payment on a house.
And Nanny’s son was baptized today with a mega party tonight. Nanny is Enrique’s 17-year old brother-in-law. He is also a good worker.
A few pictures at www.rollybrook.com/06-07-03.htm
Rolly 
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(This post was edited by Rolly on Jun 7, 2003, 8:07 PM)
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