Welcome to the Capital Planning web page.

This site is your link to the latest information about capital projects underway at LBCC and our extended learning centers in Corvallis, Lebanon and Sweet Home. On November 7, 2000, voters in Linn and Benton counties passed a $19.1 million dollar bond measure to support capital improvements at our college facilities. To date, bond proceeds have been used to construct a new East Linn One Stop training and education center in Lebanon, and for construction and renovation at the existing Benton Center in Corvallis to provide additional instructional space. Future plans could include renovation and reconstruction of dated facilities on the main campus; construction of replacement facilities for agricultural and animal science programs; and possibly construction of a multipurpose classroom building on the main campus.

Even though the college has recently been forced to make operating budget reductions because of the state budget shortfall, the bond proceeds earmarked for capital improvements can be spent only for that stated purpose. These bond funds must also be spent within a specific time line. Therefore, the college will continue to carry out construction and renovation projects as proposed to our community when this bond was passed.

Bookmark the LBCC Website and visit this page for updates and photos of the capital construction projects.

January 2007 Update

Bookstore Renovation

Renovation of the college bookstore began in the summer of 2006 and was completed in January 2007, adding 1800 additional square feet to the existing space. Several offices, including security, Institutional Research, and Degree Partnership were relocated for the renovation. The inside of the bookstore was gutted to allow for the new shelving system, delivery area and office areas.

The project also included updates to bring the space into ADA disability compliance. Total preliminary costs for the bookstore renovation are $924,479 to be paid from bookstore revenues.

The bookstore had not been remodeled since it was built in 1973. As the college has grown, the original bookstore could not keep up with storage needed for increased inventory and accommodation of students during peak times, nor was it ADA compliant.

The bookstore crises reached a dramatic point in 2005, when the local fire marshal declared the packed space unacceptable, prompting the college to take action.

TBDC/HOWE Renovation

The Health Occupations and Workforce Education (HOWE) Division office (formally TBDC office) was renovated during summer and fall term, 2006. Work was finished in late November, adding 1800 square feet of new space.

Offices replaced the old partitions and a new conference room, work room and reception area were added. Total preliminary costs for the HOWE Division renovation are $556,785 to be paid from training fees paid by business and industry clients of HOWE.

The Atrium/Courtyard

The space between the bookstore and HOWE has been renovated as well. What used to be an open-air plant atrium is now an enclosed patio area with skylights and doors to keep out the draft in the winter months.

The enclosed space provides an inviting student gathering area and allows additional space out of the weather for students waiting to purchase books at peak times.

Takena Hall/Nursing Renovation

Takena Hall second floor was renovated to accommodate the Nursing Department. The old student assessment and testing rooms were renovated to house the nursing department and nursing instructor offices and a new nursing lab and computer lab.

The nursing labs have also been updated as part of the move to keep up with new technologies. Total preliminary costs for the Nursing Department renovation are $385,959 to be paid from remaining bond funds and/or the college’s District Facilities/Capital Projects Fund.

Student Assessment/TRIO Student Support Services

The first floor of the Health Occupations (HO) building was renovated to accommodate Student Assessment and GED testing areas, a reception area and offices. TRIO Student Support Services also relocated to the first floor of HO, with new study areas and offices. Disability Services and Security moved into the new offices in the first floor area as well.

Total preliminary costs for the HO renovation are $252,873 to be paid from remaining bond funds and/or the college’s District Facilities/Capital Projects Fund.

January 2006 Update

LBCC recently finished two major building and remodel projects; construction of the new North Santiam Hall and a remodel of the Activities Center. Both projects were completed with funds from the general obligation bond approved by voters in 2000.

Construction of North Santiam Hall began in December 2004. Don Johnson with DJ Architecture in Albany designed the 22,000-square-foot multipurpose classroom facility, and Triplett-Wellman Construction out of Woodburn constructed the building.

Classes are scheduled to be held in the new building starting winter term. The new facility houses 10 classrooms, 14 offices and has display cases to showcase student and local artwork. A floor to ceiling windowed entry opens up to an atrium, with a view from the second floor onto the floor below.

At the encouragement of LBCC digital imaging instructor Lewis Franklin who served with him in Iraq, Silver Star and Purple Heart recipient Matt Zedwick decided to come to LBCC to learn graphic design. Matt’s design of a jazzy saxophone player was one of 16 student works chosen for the “Wowzerwall Chandelier”, an eight-panel clear acrylic art piece that hangs in the North Santiam Hall atrium. Each panel is engraved with two student designs with a quote in between and LED lights that add color.

North Santiam Hall is connected to South Santiam Hall by sky bridges, which allow for student access out of the weather. The sky bridges and atrium entry have ample seating for students, and the new building is equipped with high-tech wireless Internet connection for student use. An open house is scheduled for February 23.

The Activities Center remodel began summer term, with completion in time for fall term classes. Approximately 5,000 square feet of new space was added to the existing 37,425 square foot building. The new addition houses a 4,000-square-foot weight room and fitness education center overlooking the track and a 1,000-square-foot multipurpose classroom.

Remodeling was also done on the existing building, turning the old weight room into a new aerobics/workout room with wood floors and a mirrored wall. The room will be used for dance aerobics and Taekwondo classes and as a practice room for tennis or other activities on rainy days.

The women's locker room was included in the remodel, with an additional 250 square feet added. Individual shower stalls and private changing areas provide for better overall facilities for visiting teams and LBCC students. Triplett-Wellman Construction was the contractor for the new addition and major portion of the Activities Center remodel, and Wayne Anderson Construction out of Corvallis was the contractor for the locker room remodel.

September 2005 Update

The Activities Center remodel is finished and the building is ready for fall term 2005 classes and sports, with approximately 5,000 square feet of new space added to the existing 37,425 square foot building. The new addition will house a 4,000 square foot weight room and fitness education center overlooking the track and a 1,000 square foot multipurpose classroom. Remodeling of the existing building provided a new aerobics/workout room with wood floors and mirrored walls that will be used for dance aerobics and taekwondo classes and as a practice room for tennis on rainy days. The women's locker room was also remodeled with an additional 250 square feet added, complete with individual shower stalls, private changing areas, and better overall facilities for visiting teams and LBCC students and staff. An open house and ribbon cutting took place September 22, 2005. Click here for building photos.

The North Santiam Hall project is ahead of schedule. Work continues on the building interior and landscaping is well underway. The new multipurpose classroom building will be open for students Winter Term 2006. Click here for recent photos.

June 2005 Update

Click here to view a paper detailing the next phase of capital projects.

September 2004 Update

Capital planning was the theme for discussion at the September 2004 Board of Education meeting. Dr. Mike Holland reviewed the expenditures of bond resources to date and the plan for allocating the remaining $4.7 million on the main campus.

Dr. Ed Watson reviewed the architectural plans for the multlipurpose classroom facility to be located north of the AHSS building and the Activities Center addition. Holland expects to submit a bid to the Board for the multipurpose building and wellness facility within the next two months.

Long term plans include renovation of the library, learning center, Takena Hall, science labs and the College Center first floor. Resources for these projects would include donations through the Foundation, legislative appropriation and a certificate of participation (COP).

Dr. Bruce Clemetsen and Dr. Diane Watson reviewed the instructional and student services needs relative to capital construction.

Please review the following presentation documents:

• Capital Resources
• Addendum A: Instructional Needs Statement
• Addendum B: Enrollment Implications
• Addendum C: Student Services

April 2004 Update

Benton Center

The Corvallis Benton Center building addition is nearly complete. Painters are finishing up and the final installations of cabinets, ceiling tiles, lights and carpet are underway.

Staff will move into the new space in mid-April. Administration, registration and bookstore services will move to the new addition along with the new learning and career center. Classes also will begin meeting in the new classrooms sometime in April. Remodeling of the original building and the completion of the parking lot and site work will continue through early summer.

Sweet Home Center

Construction of the new 5,000 square foot Sweet Home Center located on the Sweet Home High School campus is progressing. The sheet rock has been installed and the painters are ready to begin. The next phase will include installation of the ceiling tiles, lights, carpeting and cabinets. The parking lots will be paved in August. Staff expect to move into the new facility in September, 2004.

Main Campus

College administrators have been meeting over the last few months to prioritize construction and renovation projects for the main campus. Many of the decisions regarding priorities and timeline will be based on the domino effect of construction.

The capital planning task force is moving ahead with construction of a new campus building. A design team has met with architects to discuss preliminary needs for the building. The needs include general classroom space to serve larger classes, faculty offices, and space for students to gather for informal study. The two-story 20,000 square foot building will be located behind (north) of the Arts, Humanities and Social Science building. The estimated cost is $2.6 million to be funded out of the remaining $5.7 million in bond funds. Architectural plans are to be developed by May with construction to begin in late summer 2004.

Main Campus Projects:

PHASE 1 - Increase instructional capacity (Bond funding)

• Construct 20,000 SF classroom building (CB) north of AHSS  $2,640,000
• Expand and remodel Activities Center (reduce scope and cost of project)

PHASE 2 - Improve science facilities (Bond funding)

• Rehabilitate science building
• Install stairway in math/science area
• Enclose area between HO-2 and Science building

PHASE 3 - Expand support services (Foundation funding for LRC improvements, with possible match, possible COP for other projects in Phase 3)

• Expand LRC-1 into north section of previous media space
• Provide 1-story courtyard bump-out for LRC /bookstore 'solarium.'
• Expand LRC-2 into classroom to the north and into bump-out to the east
• Redesign LRC -1 and - 2 interiors to improve lighting and workflow
• Expand student services with 5,400 square foot one-story space to the south and east; redesign existing space focusing on student 'first stop' concept.
• Relocate RSVP office to create Center for Volunteerism attached to student services
• Move TBD, HOSEC, Media, Community Partnership to Takena Hall (minor remodel), create general purpose classroom for TBD
• Relocate Bookstore to previous media/TBD space and into bump-out to the east.

PHASE 4 - Improve efficiency (Possible COP funding)

• Health and Human Services: 4 HO faculty offices
• Expand Health Occupations computer lab
• Move classes from Takena Hall second floor to CB
• Redesign College Center functions to expand into bookstore space
• Adapt under-utilized and small classrooms per instructional division proposal
• Construct college storage facility
• Install paint booth (donation)
• Re-evaluate unmet needs

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