1. Purpose of the plan  

To determine if the facilities adequately meet the instructional needs of the campus.  

1.1   Priorities  

• Life Safety focuses on fire protection means of egress and security.

• Deficiency or those items if not repaired will cause further damage.

• General maintenance and upkeep or day to day repairs.

• Amenities or future furniture and equipment.  

Regulations.  Physical or operational impairment that cause inefficient use of the facilities.  

1.2   Cost estimates with data. (Click here for data)

2. Over the last 10 years the college has come a long way with meeting its goals Now its time to continue and build on that progress.  Sufficient funds will need to be requested and approved for both short term  and long term needs.  

2.1  Life safety needs must be considered and addressed as completely as possible. The college has installed a basic fire detection system that is monitored but now needs to build on that system by adding horn strobes in each classroom.  The residence halls also are required to have fire suppression sprinkler systems installed by the year 2007.  

2.1.2   While the Wharton campus buildings were all re-roofed in 1993-1994 using roof materials with a life expectancy of 20 years.  Money needs to be budgeted for each year and set aside in the plant fund so when the roofs need replacing, bond money will not be needed.

2.1.3   The building exterior walls are in need of cleaning and resealing. Mold and mildew will deteriorate  mortar joints allowing water infiltration into the buildings. 

2.1.4 There is still no comprehensive storm sewer or surface water collection system on campus.  The existing ditch and culvert system have been compromised over the years and are basically non functional.  Lakes are formed during rains and this could be a contributing factor to the problems in the Student Center basement.  This would also need to be considered before any new construction could be started.

2.1.5  The Student Center basement is still a constant issue with continued water leaks from the perimeter and hair line cracks in the floor.  An attempt was made with urethane grout injections to prevent water infiltration but failed.  This needs to be addressed to prevent further damage to the building.

2.1.6  Overall general maintenance has improved but in order to keep up with growing enrollment and aging buildings substantial economic support will have to be continued.    

2.1.7        Progress has been made with the appearance of the interior spaces by the replacement of flooring new ceiling tile and paint. Furniture and classroom fixtures needs to keep current. This is difficult due to increasing costs and the rapid changes in technology but it also makes it that much more important so students will be prepared to meet the demands of today’s world.  

2.1.8        Accessibility to all buildings is being addressed by way of upgrading restrooms in at least one building per year.  These renovations are expensive so priorities must be set.  Signage and hardware need to be included in any plans for compliance to the Americans with Disability Act.