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Propositions S & N Annual Report San Diego Community College District
Citizens’ Oversight Committee
A Message from the Chair It has been a year of virtually uninterrupted building for the San Diego Community College District’s $1.555 billion construction bond program. The District has expended over $710 million to date and completed more than 40 projects.
San Diego Miramar College Police Station On Track to Obtain a Prestigious LEED Platinum Certification San Diego Miramar College’s Police Station is on track to obtain a prestigious Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Platinum certification – the highest green building certification possible and the first for an educational entity in San Diego County. The new substation is one of 30 LEEDcertified projects built or planned across the District.
An oversight committee like ours is required by law to be neutral and critical. Part of the job is to ask tough questions on behalf of taxpayers. As in past years, our committee members have done that. ked The Construction Subcommittee looked in-depth at change order practices, verifying, in its opinion, that the district is very careful when it deals with requests e for additional funds by contractors. The g subcommittee also reviewed building d designs and materials and was satisfied al that facilities are built to be first functional ly and efficient, and then aesthetically acceptable. Our Finance & Audit Subcommittee reviewed challenges caused by continued underfunding from the State, agreeing that the construction schedule should continue as planned to provide good value to taxpayers. Our Communications Subcommittee discussed and proposed oversight committee member recruitment concepts that would continue to provide quality oversight on behalf of taxpayers. Collectively, we asked the California High Speed Rail Authority to abandon a proposed route through Miramar College that would essentially destroy more than $350 million in voter-approved construction. (Read more on page 2) In addition, we can report the ninth consecutive year of clean audits and top bond ratings for the District, an affirmation that the SDCCD facilities department is efficiently managed. As always, our meetings are open to anyone interested in attending. Meeting details and documents are always available on the Propositions S and N website. We welcome and encourage your input. Sincerely,
George W. Hawkins
K Key to its sustainable design is the building’s xe x xeriscape landscaping, green roof and green ssc screen, which help insulate the facility from intense te temperatures, and help filter and retain storm water. The tower e element serves as a solar chimney which is a passive strategy to create a flow of natural ventilation. The top of the tower heats up, and louvers will provide for air exhaust at the high point. Inside the building, exposed concrete walls and ceilings create a thermal mass that stores heat during the day, and releases it at night to keep the building comfortable during operating hours. The police station will eventually use reclaimed water for flushing toilets and for all irrigation needs. The police station provides a y central hub for campus safety d and security, wayfinding and s parking permitting. It allows o college law enforcement to al promote and practice a dual s, mission to protect students, g staff and faculty, while being s. part of the education process. n “With all of the unique green features that went into this design, we can really showcase the campus and district priorities on environmental stewardship,” said Charlie Hogquist, SDCCD Police Chief. “When students and others come to the station, they will see drought-tolerant native plants which save water. They will see the innovative use of recycled materials used in the buildings. This will open a dialogue between officers and students which can lead to valuable crime prevention partnerships on campus.” View a video tour of the project at www.facebook.com/PropsSN
Just Say No
Utility Management Goes Green, Saves Green
The California High Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) has proposed a route through Miramar College, a move we believe would do enormous damage to the campus, and impair the more than $350 million in improvements made to the campus as part of Propositions S & N.
With energy costs continuing to escalate, the District is pursuing the most efficient and effective utility management strategies possible, leveraging renewable energy with modern energy technologies to save m costs and reduce greenhouse gas c emissions. e mesa college photovoltaics
After initial pressure by the District and the community, the CHSRA has determined an at-grade or aerial alignment is no longer practical, but is still considering a bored tunnel option, causing what CHSRA officials term “insignificant impacts” to the college.
IInvesting in photovoltaic technologies is allowing for the offsetting of energy costs by generating electricity onsite. The District currently generates 18% of its power from solar sources on-site. For each megawatt-hour of renewable energy generated, the District earns one Renewable Energy Credit. Carbon Offset Credits are also earned by reducing carbon dioxide output. Both forms of credits are marketable for the District as sources of outside revenue.
We believe the impacts to the campus would be hugely significant, disrupting instruction and other campus activities, and likely causing damage to its facilities. We urge fellow taxpayers to send a letter as we did to the Authority, asking them to steer clear of Miramar College, and to choose another route entirely. View http://bit.ly/cahighspeedrail.
A solar thermal energy system will serve as a renewable source for warm pool water at Miramar College in 2012, providing more than $27,000 in annual cost savings replacing a cogeneration plant. A Thermal Energy Storage (TES) tank will enable the District to reduce energy costs by $190,000 annually and offset daytime energy consumption.
Putting People to Work Beyond the investment in the future of education, Propositions S & N projects also provide a valuable investment into the local workforce. To date, nearly 9,000 jobs have been created as a result of the construction program. These are prevailing wage jobs which enable workers to provide for their families and contribute to San Diego’s overall economy.
Smart meters which track energy usage will be installed in 2012 to track electrical, gas, cooling and heating usage data to help monitor and implement energy-saving techniques. All Propositions S & N projects continue to include energy- and water-efficient fixtures and equipment, saving thousands of dollars of utility costs annually, and preserving precious natural resources. Learn more! http://bit.ly/greenfacilities
miramar college library learning resource center
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
City College Career Technology Center Certified LEED Gold
Grand Opening for Miramar College Humanities & Arts, and Math & Business Buildings Groundbreaking for City College Arts & Humanities and Business Technology Buildings
MARCH Propositions S & N Expenditures Reach $600M
city college math + social sciences building
APRIL
MAY
JUNE
Topping Out for Miramar College Police Station/ Parking Structure
Groundbreaking for Miramar College Cafeteria/Bookstore & Student Services
Topping Out for Mesa College Student Services
Open House for Mesa College Design Center
Continuing Education Linda Vista Campus Construction Begins
“How to Do Business with the SDCCD” Workshop for Small Business Contractors
Groundbreaking for City College Math & Social Sciences American Public Works Association “Project of the Year” Award for Solar Power Project
Technology Tops with Students
Coming in 2012
For City College student Michael Cash, International Relations major, the “smart” classrooms built under Propositions S & N have opened a digital window on the world.
City College • Math & Social Science Building to Finish • Infrastructure Projects to Finish • C Building Design to Finish • Award of Design/Build for A & T Buildings
“In the older buildings and classrooms, you had to study language exclusively by book and the only accent you heard was educational cultural complex (ecc) skills center your instructor’s,” says Cash. “With our smart classrooms, we can connect with people from around the globe, watch videos, stream lectures – all while actually hearing different accents and learning about different languages and cultures as if we were right there. It’s the kind of technology edge that provides a competitive education.” For Mesa College student Cherie Deogracias, a Political Science major, the transformation of District facilities is also transforming the teaching and learning experience. “We are literally building a path for success for future generations of SDCCD students by giving them and the faculty and staff who serve our students’ needs state-of-the-art facilities that provide for an enhanced curriculum and better training to prepare us for joining the workforce.” Deogracias credits San Diego voters for making the campus renovations a reality. “This was all made possible by the voters! These new facilities are unrivaled and will help students receive a much more enriched education.” Learn more! http://bit.ly/sdccdtechtops
mesa college social behavioral sciences building
Mesa College • Student Services to Finish • Stadium Restroom Project to Finish • Social Behavioral Science Design to Finish • Award of Cafeteria/Bookstore/Stockroom Design/Build • Award of Fitness Center Design/Build Miramar College • Library Learning Resource Center to Finish • Aviation Center Expansion to Finish • Science Building Design to Finish • New Administration Building Design to Finish • A-100 Building Remodel Design to Finish • Student Services Center to Finish • Fire Science and EMT Training Facility Design to Finish Continuing Education • Linda Vista Campus to Finish • César E. Chávez Campus to Start Construction Districtwide • Second Phase of District Service Center Remodel to Start
continuing Education Mesa College Campus
city college science building
JULY
AUGUST
SEPTEMBER
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
City College Career Technology Center Awarded “Best Practice for Sustainable Design” at California Higher Education Sustainability Conference
Final Phase of Infrastructure Work Begins at City College: • Telecomm Upgrade • Storm Drain & Sewer Replacement • New Central Plant
Groundbreaking for Mesa College Math+Science Complex
Miramar College Humanities & Arts, and Math & Business Buildings Certified LEED Silver
Groundbreaking for ECC Wing Expansion
Topping Out for Miramar College Cafeteria/ Bookstore & Student Services
Groundbreaking for Miramar College Aviation Technology Center Construction Begins on City College Science Building Project
Grand Opening for Miramar College Police Station Topping Out for Continuing Education Mesa College Campus Miramar College Humanities & Arts, and Math & Business Buildings Named Project of the year by the Associated General Contractors
Issued Request for Proposal for the Design/ Build of Mesa College Cafeteria/ Bookstore
Citizens’ Oversight Committee
Status of Active Propositions S & N Projects in 2011
George Hawkins • Chair Propositions & Projects
Evonne Seron Schulze • Vice Chair Houshmand Aftahi Wendell Bass
Expenditures through 12.31.2011
Budget
Status
City College S
Mathematics & Social Sciences Building (Formerly Land Acquisition • General Purpose Classroom Building)
$
80.2M
$
54.6M
In Construction
Leslie Bruce
S
Child Development Center
$
11M
$
264.7K
Design
David Campbell
N
Arts & Humanities • Business Technology Buildings
$
88.4M
$
25.3M
In Construction
Allen Chan
N
Science Building
$
57.2M
$
8.2M
In Construction
Sunita Cooke
N
Infrastructure - Central Plant • Utilities • IT
$
18.7M
$
16.2M
Ongoing
N
“A” Building Renovation
$
26.6M
$
131.6K
Programming
N
“M” Classroom Building
$
9.6M
$
142.5K
Programming
N
“T” Building - Engineering Technology Center
$
37.4M
$
117.2K
Programming
N
“C” Building - Language • Speech • Visual Arts
$
20.3M
$
844.9K
Design
N
“D” Building Roof
$
4.8M
$
126.7K
Design
In Construction
Scott Crosby Berit Durler Alex Hu Ed Oremen Jesseca Saenz-Gonzalez Jonathan A. Walz
San Diego Community College District
Mesa College S
Student Services Facility
$
45.8M
$
23.5M
S
Social Behavioral Sciences Building
$
36.9M
$
312.6K
Design
S
Fitness Center
$
14.8M
$
16.1K
Programming
N
Math+Science Complex
$
110M
$
24.4M
In Construction
N
Temporary Parking • All-Weather Track & Field • Stadium Restrooms
$
6.9M
$
6.1M
In Construction
N
Infrastructure - Fire • Utilities • Other
$
8.1M
$
8.6M
Ongoing
N
Cafeteria • Bookstore • Stockroom
$
37M
$
84.6K
RFP for Design/Build*
N
Facilities Support Area
$
10.1M
$
2.9K
Programming
N
I-300 Building Renovation
$
12.8M
$
314.8K
Programming
N
Fine Arts • Dramatic Arts Building
$
2.6M
$
25K
Programming
N
Instructional Technology Building
$
44.5M
$
22.7K
Programming
Miramar College
3375 Camino del Rio South San Diego, CA 92108-3883 619-388-6546 www.sdccd.edu
N
Expand Automotive Technology Career Instructional Building
$
4.1M
$
3.4M
Completed Mar-11
N
Parking Structure #1 & Police Substation
$
17.8M
$
15.6M
Completed Nov-11
N
Library/Learning Resource Center
$
37.4M
$
29M
Construction
N
Cafeteria • Bookstore & Student Campus Center
$
34.5M
$
9.9M
Construction
N
Aviation Maintenance Technology Center
$
10.3M
$
3.6M
Construction
N
Heavy Duty Advanced Transportation Technology Center (Diesel)
$
11.6M
$
2M
Construction
N
College Services Center
$
5.4M
$
674.8K
Construction
N
Infrastructure - Phase II
$
39.7M
$
14.5M
Ongoing
N
New Administration Building
$
9.2M
$
182.2K
Design
David Umstot, P.E. Vice Chancellor, Facilities Management
N
Fire Science & EMT Training Facility
$
13M
$
429.3K
Design
N
Science Building - Renovate Classrooms to Labs • Add Wing
$
31.7M
$
958.9K
Design
Richard Dittbenner, J.D. Director, Public Information & Government Relations
N
Student Resources & Welcome Center (Interim Library)
$
6.4M
$
261.9K
Design
N
Campus Safety Enhancements
$
7.9M
$
38.4K
Design
N
Remodel A-100 Building (CE Classrooms)
$
6.4M
$
9.9K
Design
The San Diego Community College District (SDCCD) includes San Diego City College, San Diego Mesa College, San Diego Miramar College and San Diego Continuing Education. The SDCCD is governed by its Board of Trustees. No oral or written representation is binding on the SDCCD without the express approval of the Board of Trustees.
N
Expansion of Maintenance Facilities
$
4.9M
$
23.5K
Programming
N
Remodel of Existing Police Academy (A-200 Building)
$
3M
$
96.1K
Programming
N
EVOC Driving Course
$
4.8M
$
9.9K
To Be Determined
$
5.6M
$
5M
Completed Dec-11
Board of Trustees: Mary Graham Rich Grosch Bill Schwandt Maria Nieto Senour, Ph.D. Peter Zschiesche Constance M. Carroll, Ph.D., Chancellor
The COC finds the District is in compliance with the requirements of Article XIIIA, Section 1(b) (3) of the California Constitution, based on the review of the annual financial and performance audit report and information received at COC meetings and subcommittee meetings. All financial reports and meeting documents are online at http://public.sdccdprops-n. com, along with a summary of COC oversight activities in 2011, and our meeting calendar.
Continuing Education S
North City Parking Structure
S
North City Campus Building
$
47.2M
$
26.3M
Construction
S
Consolidation of César E. Chávez & Centre City Campuses
$
48.5M
$
8.8M
Submitted to DSA*
N
Clairemont/Linda Vista Campus • Land Acquisition & Building
$
20.6M
$
7.2M
Construction
N
Educational Cultural Complex Phase IIB Wing
$
16.8M
$
3.2M
Construction
$
1.07B
$
300.5M
Total
DSA: Division of the State Architect RFP: Request for Proposal
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