Fort Lewis College
10-Year Capital Construction Plan - 2007
In Order of Priority and Approved Funding
The following priorities are descriptions of proposed projects and the associated status from the Fort Lewis College Facilities Master Plan. The Illustrative Campus Map gives the reader a feel for how the campus could look in the future.
Berndt Hall Reconstruction Biology/Agriculture
This project will reconstruct a portion of Berndt hall for the Biology program. This has been the college’s top capital construction priority since 1999. Design work was completed in 2002. Construction funding was appropriated and then rescinded. Funding has been appropriated in the amount of $1.5M for FY 07/08 for program validation, design update, demolition excavation, site utility work and potentially foundation work. The balance of construction funding will need to be provided in FY 08/09.
Funding Source: State of Colorado Capital Construction Funds
Total Project Budget: $11,581,604 (per 07/08 request to CCHE)
Anticipated Occupancy: Fall 2010
Program Plan
Replace College Union Building
The existing College Union Building no longer serves its purpose and needs to be replaced. A planning study has been performed indicating that replacement is more beneficial than renovation. Funding has been authorized through an increase in student fees. Programming is nearly complete. Design is expected to begin in the Summer of 2007. Construction is expected to begin in the Spring of 2008.
Funding Source: Student Fee, Fundraising, Vendor support
Total Project Budget: $29,000,000
Anticipated Occupancy: Winter 2010
Program Plan
Residence Hall Replacement
Programming for a new 170 bed residence hall is underway and expected to be completed in the summer of 2007.
Funding Source: Revenue Bonds
Total Project Budget: $11,040,000
Anticipated Occupancy: Fall 2009
Program Plan
Gymasium Renovation/Expansion - South / East
The renovation and expansion of the Gymnasium is envisioned as two separate projects that would accommodate the Athletics and Exercise Science programs. These are included as priority numbers four and seven as part of the Ten Year Capital Construction Plan. An updated program plan that included both of these projects was submitted to CCHE in July of 2006. CCHE subsequently approved the program plan (Gymnasium Expansion/Renovation - South/East) on October 13, 2006. This project was not included in the long bill for FY 2007-08. The renovation and expansion on the south and east sides of the existing gymnasium will address the needs of the Exercise Science and Athletics programs and will include new classrooms, faculty offices, laboratory space, locker room improvements and mechanical system improvements.
Funding Source: State of Colorado Capital Construction Funds
Total Project Budget: $17,688,834
Program Plan
Berndt Hall Reconstruction - Geology/Physics/Engineering
The reconstruction of Berndt Hall for the Geosciences, Physics and Engineering departments is the College’s number five priority capital construction project. It is envisioned that this project will renovate the western portion of Berndt Hall after the Biology Department has been relocated into a new facility. A program planning effort for this project is now underway and scheduled to be completed in June of 2007.
Funding Source: State of Colorado Capital Construction Funds
Total Project Budget: $34,474,837
Program Plan
Road Improvements - Phase 1
The number six priority capital construction project considers road improvements which are programmatically driven. To achieve the goal of creating a more pedestrian friendly campus, the 2005 Facilities Master Plan Update includes the closure of a portion of Eighth Avenue at the center of campus. This project will involve the construction of a new perimeter road around the eastern edge of the campus.
Funding Source: State of Colorado Capital Construction Funds
Total Project Budget: $4,567,100
Program Plan not yet available
Gymnasium Renovation/Expansion – North
This project is included in the Program Plan approved by CCHE in October of 2006. The renovation and expansion on the north side of the gymnasium will address the needs of the Exercise Science and Athletics programs and will include new athletic training facilities, new strength training facilities, a practice gym and locker room improvements.
Funding Source: State of Colorado Capital Construction Funds
Total Project Budget: $6,839,725
Program Plan
Environmental Center Building
This project is envisioned to be a state of the art high performance facility the will house the College’s Environmental Center and Durango Nature Studies. This public / private partnership will enhance the college’s town / gown relationships and foster increased enthusiasm for the work being done at the college.
Funding Source: Fundraising
Total Project Budget: $4,125,000
Program Plan not yet available
Reed Library Expansion and Renovation
The Facilities Master Plan identifies the need to improve and expand the program space for the Library. The college is currently in the final stages of our central campus precinct planning effort. This study has determined that the existing library should be expanded and renovated to meet the program needs. It is expected that the college will request state funding for this project. A program plan will be needed for this project.
Funding Source: State of Colorado Capital Construction Funds / Fundraising
Total Project Budget: $15,000,000
Program Plan: Part of Central Campus Precinct Plan
Theatre / Media Services Building
The Facilities Master Plan identifies the need to replace the existing theatre building since it has served its useful life and it does not meet the programmatic need. It is envisioned that the theatre building be combined with a media services center to synergize the functions. It is anticipated that this project will be accomplished with a combination of state funding, gifts and partnerships. A program plan will be needed.
Northeast Playing Fields
The Facilities Master Plan identifies the need to construct multi-purpose playing fields in the northeast part of campus. The fields would be used for recreational and intramural programs. It is anticipated that this project will be funded through auxiliaries bonds and partnerships.
Residence Hall Replacement - Phase 2
The Strategic Housing Planning Analysis performed in the summer of 2006 identifies the need to replace 500 residence hall beds and to provide 150 apartment style units. This project is a continuation of the effort to meet the established need. Potential funding mechanisms include bonding, privatization or a combination of both.
Construct New Parking Garage
The Facilities Master Plan identifies the need to improve the distribution of parking on campus and to provide additional parking to accommodate anticipated future enrollment increases. It is anticipated that this project will be funded through auxiliaries bonding and / or cash.
Faculty / Staff Housing
The Facilities Master Plan identifies the need to provide affordable housing in order to attract qualified faculty and staff. Potential funding mechanisms include privatization, cash or a combination of both.
Welcome Center / Admissions Building
The Facilities Master Plan identifies the need to provide a new welcome center to house programs such as Admissions and Public Safety. This building will help the college consolidate appropriate services at the “front door” to campus. It is anticipated that this project will be funded through auxiliaries and / or enterprise bonds.
Road Improvements - Phase 2
The Facilities Master Plan identifies the need to provide roadways leading to additional pedestrian drop off locations and to enhance the pedestrian nature of the center of campus. This project will include the construction of pedestrian walkways to enhance pedestrian safety. It is anticipated that the college will request State funding for this project. A program plan will be required.
Residence Hall Replacement - Phase 3
This project will complete the effort to meet the housing need as identified by the Strategic Housing Planning Analysis performed in the summer of 2006. Potential funding mechanisms include bonding, privatization or a combination of both.
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