Since Saturday, Dec. 30, a Physical Plant Department response team, including staff from grounds and landscaping, custodial services and the moving crew, has been hard at work.
“The undertaking has been enormous, hindered by limited equipment resources. Staff worked through the weekend and New Year’s and continues to devote long hours to this effort,” said PPD Director Mary Vosevich. She added that on Tuesday. Jan.2, services were contracted to plow parking lots.
Campus landscape has been devastated by this snowfall and it will most likely take several months to recover, she said. “There are hundreds of trees that have been damaged and approximately 100 that will be permanently lost.
Buildings have suffered roof damage and, as the thaw continues, we anticipate further leaks,” Vosevich said.
Maintenance and operations staff has been working throughout the break to monitor buildings and address problems as they arise.
Parking Services staff has also responded to the emergency, prioritizing the snow removal efforts for parking lots.
“The support services of the University have responded remarkably to this emergency and should be commended for their efforts and dedication to UNM,” Vosevich said.
Posted by kwentworth at January 4, 2007 04:29 PM