FMC Minutes - 2/19/98

1. Relocation of Torch

Per Mary Spilde on background history: the relocation proposal came about due to spaces needed for the Trio Grant and Students First! projects at the Center Building. The spaces included current areas presently occupied by the Torch.
Pete Peterson presented an outline proposal to relocate the Torch offices to the Industrial Technology Building. He issued copies of Plan Options A & B with a Ball Park Estimate attached for Option A. Pete supports Option B that provides for adequate space for the Torch, a newsroom, and the least impact to existing drafting classrooms.
FMC approved the proposal in principle but the committee suggested a larger scope proposal be presented to include the remodeling of the areas left by the Torch (spaces scheduled for Trio Grant & Students First!) at the Center Building. New proposal to include schematic plans and estimates. It was discussed that this project be completed by fall.


2. Space for International Student Community Program

Sandy Penfield and students demonstrated with a mock floor plan cut out of 7íx8í the inadequate space ISCP presently has to meet the needs of the students. The committee acknowledged the issue and suggested that the next step be a meeting of ISCP representatives with Mike Ruiz of Campus Services to discuss scheduling and spaces available. Mike will bring more information back to FMC when available.


3. Smoking Outside Buildings

Discussed the letters submitted by Alice Kaseberg and Arthur Tegger. Discussed whether students should be cited or not for smoking where signs are posted. It was suggested that a person disobeying a no-smoking sign be first told not to smoke by a responsible person (ie. LCC Staff or Manager) and if there is a problem to call Campus Public Safety. It was suggested that this issue be placed on Future Agenda for Policy development.


4. Memorial Garden for Patty Kitchel

Committee discussed the proposal by the Bookstore Staff to establish a memorial garden in honor of Patty Kitchel. The committee has decided to step back and review the issue of memorial proposals and beginning with the proposal for Kitchel look at developing some guidelines. It was suggested that Jerry Moskus and the College Council be approached on the issue to develop a systematic way of dealing with this and future memorial proposals.


5. Performing Arts Studio Offices

Committee discussed and approved the request by the Music Faculty for additional square footage for Studio Offices.


6. Archives Facilities

Item postponed to future agenda.


7. Tree Replacement, North Lawn

Committee discussed the request from Guy Harshbarger, Grounds Department for permission and funds to replace trees that are damaged, dying or dead near the North Lawn. Mike Ruiz briefly reviewed needs presented in the outline submitted along with a planting map. Committee approved request but suggested that the Daily and Torch be contacted to announce the replacement of trees a week before beginning any site work. Funds to come from Small Projects Fund.


8. Campus Services East Addition

Paul Colvin discussed the status of the project and reviewed the preliminary plans attached to the FMC handouts. It was suggested that an accessible combined Conference/Break Room be considered for scheduled use by others. He mentioned that the project is currently 10% over budget. Paul said he will work with the Architects to bring project down to budget.


9. Bond 1995 Projects Update

Paul Colvin mentioned that the projects are coming along nicely. Architects are completing the programming, and the schematic plans for the various projects should be ready for the upcoming scheduled meetings.


10. Non-Bond 1995 Projects Update & Schedule

Mike Ruiz mentioned that the status of the projects have not changed:
1. PE Locker Room Remodel

Project is scheduled for some demolition work in March.


2. Campus Services Storage Building

Project is is under construction.


3. Modular Unit #4

Project is completed.


4. Campus Services West End Office Addition

Project is completed except for ramp handrails.


5. Computer Cabinets for Oakridge Learning Center

Project is being completed.


6. Wildish Building Elevator

Project is under construction.


7. Wildish Building Interior Remodel

Project programming completed; TBG Architects retained to provide construction documents. Project to be contracted out in Fall.


Other:

11. Work Station for Administrative Specialist

Committee reviewed and approved the request by N. Okolie Uwadibie. The project cost noted as $4,620.10 for the steelcase furnishings to come from the Small Projects Fund.


12. Future Agenda Items:
1. Space for archives
2. Non-Smoking areas