DELMARVA VETERAN BUILDERS READY TO BREAK GROUND AT GALENA ELEMENTARY

Galena, MD. – May 14, 2020 – Delmarva Veteran Builders (DVB), the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans, announced it has been hired to construct a 1,100 square foot addition along with renovations to the existing structure.

The Kent County Board of education announced via Zoom teleconference on April 9th that DVB had been awarded the nearly $5 million contract consisting of the new 1,100 square foot addition including a kitchen and cafeteria, along with the replacement of the membrane roofing system in its entirety, as well as, renovations to sections of the existing school.

Galena Elementary’s vision of developing, engaging and inspiring our next generation of leaders perfectly aligns with our purpose. As DVB expands into Kent County, we look forward to facilitating their mission while having a positive impact on the learning environment for both faculty and students.
— Daniel Mills, Vice President of Delmarva Veteran Builders
The Kent County Public Schools is very excited to begin this project as it will significantly improve the learning environment for the staff and students at Galena Elementary. The cafeteria expansion will not only improve the space but will allow more students to be served comfortably and efficiently. We thank the Kent County Commissioners for supporting this very important project.
— Dr. Karen Couch, Superintendent, Kent County Schools

Construction is set to begin June 1st  2020 with a completion date of January 2021.

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About Delmarva Veteran Builders: Delmarva Veteran Builders is the region’s only commercial construction firm dedicated to bringing employment to U.S. Armed Forces Veterans. Launched in 2013 by Navy Veteran Chris Eccleston, it has become one of the fastest growing companies in the nation while maintaining a 60% veteran and reservist workforce. Located in Salisbury Maryland, Delmarva Veteran Builders is up for the challenge to provide an extraordinary customer service experience, while committing to innovation in quality and new construction techniques.

Jenny Kerr Schroen