07/29/2026
NACC Construction Project Update as of July 28, 2026
1. Murti and Tudal Shipment from Nepal
The shipping container carrying the Murti and Tudal arrived at the Port of Baltimore approximately 10 days ago and has successfully completed customs clearance through the retained customs agent. Customs fees have been paid, and the shipment was officially released today.
An American logistics company has been retained to transport the container from the Port of Baltimore to the NACC project site tomorrow, July 29, 2026
Our contractor coordinates the unloading process. Please note that unloading is not included in the transportation company's scope of work. Since the project coordinator will be out of town during the delivery, available Board members are requested to be present at the project site to assist with coordination.
The entire container must be unloaded within two hours. Any additional unloading time will incur a charge of $95 per hour for container detention. Sufficient volunteers are requested to assist so the unloading can be completed safely and within the allotted time.
2. Construction Progress
Construction continues to make steady progress, with regular on-site supervision and coordination to ensure work remains on schedule.
a. Temple Area
Nearly all required inspections have been successfully completed, including fire alarm, sprinkler, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, structural, and ceiling-closure inspections. Installation of the hard ceiling and attic insulation is currently underway and is expected to be completed by Friday. Painting is scheduled for next week, followed by flooring and trim installation.
b. Kitchen
Installation of the kitchen hood has been completed. The county requested revisions to the previously approved plans, and the project engineer has completed the necessary modifications. The revised plans are expected to be submitted to the county this week. Kitchen floor tiles have already been delivered to the project site.
Storage Area and Lobby Adjacent to the Party Hall
Framing has been completed, and drywall installation is currently in progress.
c. Party Hall
The project is awaiting HVAC inspection before the ceiling can be closed. The county required the installation of dampers prior to installing the indoor cassette units and exterior cooling system. Manufacturing of the HVAC equipment is expected to be completed within approximately 10 days, and approval to close the ceiling is anticipated within the next two weeks.
d. Main Water Pump
All components for the main water pump have been delivered, and installation is currently underway. Completion is expected within the next few days.
e. Bathrooms
Floor and wall tiles have been delivered to the project site, and construction of the bathroom vanities has been ordered.
f. Upper Two Floors
All mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work has been completed. The air-conditioning system is expected to be activated within the next couple of days, and the final ceiling-closure inspection will be scheduled this week.
g. Elevator
Manufacturing and installation of the elevator remain on schedule for the end of August.
Project Status
The NACC construction project continues to move forward steadily, with numerous major inspections successfully completed and several significant construction milestones nearing completion.
Sincere appreciation is extended to the Board of Trustees, Executive Committee, volunteers, contractors, donors, and all community members for their continued dedication, support, and commitment to bringing this important community project to completion.