Focus on the Future - Spring 2011

CONSTRUCTION UPDATES:
Construction projects will be occurring during the upcoming months which may require the rerouting of pedestrian & vehicular traffic – please heed to all signage.

• Please reference the Campus Construction Map below which lists each project and designates the location for each project.
• Deliveries and load-in activity will occur in the back of G-Wing. 

Current Projects: (Click on Project Titles to View Project Details)

Academic Building Renovations/Backfill - Phase I
Upper N-Wing:
This project includes a complete renovation of pre-existing office space in order to accommodate the financial arm of Administration & Finance.  The construction Notice to Proceed has been issued and construction is underway, to be completed by August 2011.

G-Wing:
This project consists of the renovation of the pre-exisiting kitchen/cafeteria (1st floor) and the former Campus Center (2nd floor) in order to provide faculty offices and academic space for the School of Behavorial Sciences (SOBL) and the School of Business.  The construction Notice to Proceed has been issued and construction is underway, to be completed by August 2011.

Plant Management Renovations:
This project consists of an addition and renovation to the existing Plant Management Building in order to accommodate Plant Management, Purchasing and Facility Planning & Construction departments.  The construction Notice to Proceed has been issued and construction is underway, to be completed by August 2011.

C/D-Wing Courtyard Renovations
This project is the construction of an atrium addition between C and D-Wings.  The steel framing is complete and the building skin construction is in process.  This project will be complete for fall use.

Independence Walk Reconstruction
Phase I:
This project consists of the installation of brick pavers and plantings from K-Wing Plaza to the F-Wing Plaza, incorporating H-Wing Plaza, which is directly behind the main entrance to the Campus Center.  All concrete sidewalks have been replaced having introduced more durable and aesthetically pleasing materials.  This project is complete.

Phase II:
This project consists of the renovation of the balance of Independence Walk that was not completed in Phase I and includes the remaining courtyards.  Construction bid documents have been assembled waiting budget approval prior to bid.

Hammonton Satellite Office
This project consists of the renovation of a three-story, 15,000 square foot former factory in downtown Hammonton, New Jersey.  It will provide academic, retail and art gallery spaces for use by Stockton and the local community.  A designer has been selected and construction completion is forecasted for fall 2012.  Design documents are 50% complete.

Solar Grant - American Reinvestment and Recovery Act
This project consists of the design and construction of solar energy panels mounted on canopies above the parking lots on the Nort side of campus.  It also included certain energy savings improvements to our residential housing units.  A contract was awarded to a developer who will design, construction and own the project in order to sell electricity to Stockton at a below-market rate.  Construction will commence during the month of June and is scheduled for completion during early fall 2011.

L-Wing Renovation
This project is an adaptive resuse of the former swmming pool facility and will provide a two-story art gallery, four classrooms and lecture halls, as well as administrative offices.  The steel erection is complete and the interior framing is currently taking place.  It is expected that the project will be complete for fall occupancy.

Performing Arts Center  (PAC) Renovation
This project consists of construction of a new box office, expansion of lobby space, a new entrance to the PAC lobby and construction of an addition that will increase toilet facility capacity.  Construction is underway and this project will be complete for fall use.
 
Unified Science Center
To support the College's Science and Mathematics Programs, a three-story, 66,350 gross square foot building will be constructed.  This building will include wet and dry laboratories, classrooms and support facilities.  Construction bids were received March 31, 2011.  Contract award and Notice to Proceed has been provided.  Construction has begun with an expectation to be complete in the 1st quarter of 2013.

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Parkway Building Renovation
This project consists of an adaptive reuse of the current Administration & Finance offices to become a facility to accommodate the Southern Regional Institute (SRI/ETTC) and the Speech and Hearing Clinic from the School of Health Sciences.  The renovation design has been accepted by the College.  Construction will begin in September 2011.


Solar Projects:

1. Arts & Sciences Building Photovoltaic (Solar Panels) Upgrade:  The College upgraded the existing solar panels located on the Arts & Sciences Building rooftop. 
    
2. Parking Lot #7 Photovoltaic (Solar Panels): Solar panels have been installed across the entire parking lot, thus providing covered parking those areas and exemplifying the College's commitment to going GREEN.
    
3. Multi Purpose Recreation Center Photovoltaic (Solar Panels):  Solar panels were installed on top of the athletic facility and they assist in defraying the College's cost of electrical power.

 Projects Currently Under Design:

1. College Walk Restoration
2. Unified Science Center Building

SAFETY FIRST - OBEY SIGNAGE:
Observe and follow posted construction and detour signs and use alternate lit paths to navigate between buildings and parking lots during construction. If you observe unsafe conditions, contact the Campus Police Department (652-4390). For more information, call the Office of Facilities Planning and Construction (652-4281). View the campus construction map below for an outline of construction zones. 
 

Current Campus Construction Map



Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we build for the future.