USI trustees approve capital request
The University of Southern
Indiana Board of Trustees approved a Capital Improvement Budget Request of
more than $51 million for 2005-07 at its meeting July 8.
The request outlines projects including construction of a new School of
Business/General Classroom Building and Phase II Expansion of the Recreation
and Fitness Center as well as construction of a new student residence
building and parking facilities.
USI's rapidly growing enrollment and increasing population of full-time and
resident students have created a need for additional classroom, laboratory,
office, and recreational space.
The new School of Business/General Classroom Building is the University's
No. 1 capital priority for the biennium, and the board is seeking bonding
authority for $33.8 million in state funding.
As proposed, the new facility will accommodate increased student enrollment,
incorporate advanced technology, and provide needed general and specialized
classroom and laboratory space. The project also includes expansion of the
University's Physical Plant and completion of the lower level of the
Education Center.
Phase II expansion of the Recreation and Fitness Center is the University's
second capital priority, and the board is seeking project and bonding
authority for $7.25 million to be paid with student fees.
The board also is requesting nearly $2 million in state funds for general
repair and rehabilitation projects.
The University's Capital Improvement Budget Request is subject to review by
the Indiana General Assembly, Commission for Higher Education, and State
Budget Agency.
During the trustees' annual meeting, the board also voted to retain its
officers: David Huber of Cannelton, board chair; Pat Hoehn of Floyds Knobs,
vice chair for finance and audit; Bruce Baker of Newburgh, vice chair for
long-range planning; and Louise Bruce of Tell City, secretary.
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