FMC Minutes - 3/20/98

1. Early Childhood Education (ECE) Bond Budget/Space Allocation

ECE representatives presented a statement of their position regarding the directive to reduce space by 1654 sf. FMC to further discuss issues and address a Response later during the meeting.


2. Memorial Garden for Patty Kitchel

Shelly Dutton presented her request for a memorial garden NE of the Science Building, across from Electronics. Shelly discussed the planting and plaque planned; and that she will be working with Guy Harshbarger / Groundskeeper Campus Services. Request given a tentative approval on concept until the location is verified as not to conflict relative to Bond 1995 Projects areas of construction.


3. Archives Facilities

Linda Waddell introduced the request. Elizabeth Uhlig presented the details of concerns and needs of archives storage facilities for current and future requirements.

Sandy Ing was assigned by the Committee to work with Elizabeth for support and direction.


4. Relocation of Torch

Pete Peterson presented a revised floor plan for the relocation of the Torch offices to the Industrial Technology Building. He issued copies of plan with an updated ballpark estimate. The plan included the relocation of the Graphic Design classroom to the NE corner of building and remodel of Graphic Design offices. Applied Engineering remodel includes relocation of the blueprint room within an existing drafting room at SE and the remodeling for offices at east. Torch relocation plan received approval with a major commitment by FMC to work with Linda Loft /CIT to acquire temporary classroom space similar to the space now planned for Graphic Design. Funds for Torch relocation to come from Capital Improvements Funds.


5. 1999-2001 Legislature Capital Requests (OCCS)

Marie Matsen introduced agenda item and reviewed the lists of requests. Key items noted: Instructional equipment, Accessibility projects, Seismic Upgrades. Marie to work with ELT for 31st March deadline.


6. Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce Request

Mike Ruiz introduced request by David Hauser Executive Vice President of the Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce. Request is for a permanent or revocable variance to facilitate an expansion of the Chamber's headquarters at 1401 Willamette Street. Committee decided that LCC's attorney to review the request.


7. American Red Cross

Mike Ruiz introduced agenda item. Request for use of space for Red Cross activities include 2nd floor area immediately above Purchasing Department at Campus Services Building. FMC approved use.


8. Main Campus Bond Construction

Paul Colvin and gLAs architects presented the status of projects and the current schematic plans in progress. Paul discussed and issued copies of a draft outline for the Bond Project Budgets: 1997-98 and a draft breakdown for the Main Campus Construction Funds. Architects have been revising their schematic plans to reflect reduced square footages and Responses by user groups. Per Colvin it appears that the projects are approximately 5% over the total funds available. It was discussed that the user groups be approached to identify areas to cut (approximately 10% below the available funds) to meet the 5% overage and to allow for such spaces as janitor closets, mechanical rooms, etc.
Regarding Response by FMC to ECE's position against reduction of square footage: FMC discussed that since the budget was approved and not the program, ECE must cut back to meet the budget.


9. Future Agenda Items:
1. Students First! Remodel
2. Space for International Student Community Program
3. Non-Smoking areas
4. Space for Recycling
5. Naming of College Facilities