Regent Hatchett suggested that there be an unequivocal statement of support to the success of KSU stated in the preamble of the Constitution. Regent Rushing said she will take that into consideration.
Chair Dukes stated that Regent Rushing was terming out and a new regent would be coming on in August and she thanked Regent Rushing for her service and dedication to the board and the university.
approved and they have a lot of upcoming events for next year.
Dr. Heather Bigard, Vice president of Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer, turned it over to Omni Architect partners, who are working on the new Health Sciences Building.
Mr. Zabilka said they are at the end of the first phase of the design and have concluded the schematic design phase. Mr. Zabilka further stated that they are on schedule to have their work done by March of next year so that the project can be advertised for competitive bids. He said construction can begin as soon as the funds become available on July 1 of next year. He anticipates a construction process through the end of 2029 and the building ready for move in at the beginning of 2030.
Ms. Leneave-Smoot said the chosen spot is at the current motor pool and old car wash location on Main Street. She further discussed details of the design and view of the building.
Regent Obielodan asked if the design stage 3 allows for it, if there is any possibility of putting in decorative water fountains or any room for a conference center.
Mr. Zabilka responded that it has been a topic of conversation. He said they have more need than the budget supports. He stated that there is a glass wall that separates a multi-purpose room from the entrance lobby with the idea that the wall can be opened for a special event. He said the idea is to make this room as flexible as possible for the largest number of potential uses, but it is not designed to be a conference center.
Regent Obielodan asked if the funding is available, will the structure allow them to expand. Mr. Zabilka said the expansion would be a separate building rather than adding on to this building.
Regent Hatchett and Chair Dukes asked about parking spaces. There was a general discussion on the parking spaces, which will number 14, and if it will impact parking for students, faculty and staff. Mr. Zabilka said there are no dedicated student parking spaces for this new building because there is parking within a 5-minute walking circle.
Regent Fields asked if there was a consideration for data closets and if they are considering separate climate control. Mr. Zabilka said yes and further expanded on his response.
Regent Obielodan asked if there is elevator service for all the floors and the response was