Capital Budget Record CBR-02
Branch: Executive Branch
Cabinet: Postsecondary Education
Agency: Postsecondary Education Institutions
Appropriation: Kentucky State University
Project Title: E2 Renovate Blazer Library
KBUD Project Number: 435U14C250
Priority Capital Budget Request Six-Year Capital Plan 2014-16
Cabinet: Agency: 18 18
PROJECT DOCUMENTATION
Location (County): Franklin
Location (ADD): Bluegrass
Reauthorization - Regular Capital Project: Is this a currently authorized project which is being requested for reauthorization and/or additional funding? NO
If (Yes, Additional Funding), provide the following information:
eMars Project Number (Agency, Fund):
New Total Project Cost: $
Related to Previously Authorized Project: If the project is related to or a new phase of a project which was previously authorized please identify the project and action under which it was authorized.
Capital Project Type: Major Renovation
Project Description
Additional/Description Justification
The original HVAC system does not control humidity and has created excess moisture not conducive to a library. Approximately 30% of the roof needs to be replaced. The windows on the back of the original part of the library need to be replaced. Electrical systems upgrades are needed thought the building.
The Archives and Special Collection areas need fire protection designed for such materials. The facility security system is inoperable and needs to be replaced.
Renovation of this facility will have a direct impact on the University's deferred maintenance backlog. It will significantly reduce the capital renewal and maintenance burden that would otherwise need to be done for this facility and in a more cost-effective manner.
The library reflects educational priorities of the University and needs to be maintained in pristine condition. This project meets the criteria for improving student life and for providing a better learning environment.
Site - Blazer is located on the North Campus.
Economic Development Impact - Recent studies have documented the economic benefit of libraries.
Project Budget
Project budget was based on current estimating practices for similar project types utilizing square foot costs as well as estimates included in the VFA Facility Condition Assessment and Space Study.
Existing Facility
The Blazer Library provides full service library facilities for study and research for faculty and students. The original part of the library was constructed in 1958; an addition was completed in 1968.
The last addition and renovation of this facility was 1988. The three-story Library and addition contains 62,200 GSF. The facility condition is fair.
Program Relocation
Phased Project
Universities Only: Type of Space Educational and General
Proposed Heat/Air conditioning Fuel Type Coal
Previous Request(s): Has this item been requested in a prior biennial budget request? Yes
If yes, identify the biennium/biennia; the project names(s); and the Cabinet/Agency. 2012-2014
PROJECT BUDGET
Has this project been reviewed by the Department for Facilities and Support Services? No
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