Space Committee Meeting
MINUTES
March 7, 2012
Members Present:
Shari Shuman, Pierre Allaire, Newton Jackson,
Mauricio Gonzalez, Tom Serwatka, Lisa Jamba,
Scott Hochwald
Support Staff Present:
Zak Ovadia, Deb Kaye, Everett Malcolm, Mary Mory,
Elizabeth Jones, John Hale, Mike McGuire
1.
Project Timelines
- Programming for Buildings 50, 3 and 4
 Physical Facilities is engaging a consultant to determine if there are any issues in
changing the function of the labs from Biology to Chemistry.
- Sanctuary and Religious Centers
 Engaged a consultant to survey the site, prepare a mini master plan and determine
infrastructure costs needed for the site.
2.
Student Wellness Complex
- The building is now enclosed. Drywall is almost finished on the main floor. The second
floor will be drywalled next week.
- The project is on schedule for substantial completion at the end of May.
3.
Biological Sciences Building
- The building is complete and almost all occupants have moved in.
- The dedication ceremony is scheduled for March 30 at 10:30 am in Darwin’s Garden.
4.
Science & Engineering Remedial Work
- The last part of the roofing is underway and should be completed in the next two weeks.
- Landscaping will follow.
5.
Dining Facility
- There are no technical issues at this time.
- Interior finishes are currently being addressed.
- Completion of the first two floors is scheduled for August 2012.
6.
NE Connector Road/Lot 34
- The lot has been compacted for the asphalt to be laid.
- The road is one month behind due to unsuitable materials.
- Adjustments have been made for trucks to be able to turn in and out.
7.
Confucius Institute
- Student Affairs provided documentation of the need for space for the Confucius Institute,
which would include one conference room, lobby space, a library, a computer lab and
offices for a director, grad assistants and visiting faculty.
8.
Housing Maintenance Building
- This project is scheduled for completion in August. There are currently no issues.
9.
High Ropes Course
- The poles are up and the storage buildings are on order.
- The project should be completed by the end of April.
10.
Hammer and Throws Area
- Sodding is in progress.
- The project will be ready in April.
11.
Housing Clubhouse
- The university is advertising for consulting services for a housing clubhouse which will
include a convenience store, a multi-purpose room, restrooms, laundry, post office and a
recreational pool. Traffic flow and the depth of the pool will be reviewed.
12.
Additional Items
- Mauricio noted that Housing is looking into parking options in front of the Fountains
Housing.
Completed Projects
1.
Education Building: DRC, OCT, Veterans Services and Leadership Institute Offices
Pending Issues
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9.
Carts and Cart Storage
Building Construction Management – Request for New Building
Room Space for OLLIE (Continuing Education)
Art & Design Building Program – Master Plan Location
Expansion of Golfplex to Accommodate Women’s Locker/Lounge Area (Pending CPSR)
Programming for Buildings 3, 4 and 50
Student Government Food Bank
Student Government Study Hall Space
Sanctuary Site