Comprehensive Facilities Renewal Plan Posted on October 9th, 2009 by Barb Larson Taylor

Recommendation from the Facilities and Finances Task Force:

Develop and fund a comprehensive facilities renewal plan that addresses the 30 major buildings on campus around the concept of having a major renewal project three out of every four years and recognizing that facilities have an estimated useful life of 40 years.

Additional explanation:

Maintaining and improving the existing physical environment is an important aspect of achieving a campus environment that serves Gustavus Adolphus College’s educational mission. A well-cared-for campus with facilities that are updated to today’s needs will promote a better educational experience and a sense of campus pride.

This recommendation was placed in the Tangible Resources Strategic Framework Substantive Category using the language:

Fund a comprehensive facilities renewal plan that addresses the 30 major buildings, recognizing that facilities have an estimated life of 40 years.

This recommendation was placed is Tier 2 and is being monitored by the Vice President for Finance and Treasurer.