1.3A – Expansion of Existing Institutions (More Space

SECTION 1.3

Alternative Discussion (CCR title 5, § 55184)

1.3A – Expansion of Existing Institutions (More Space)

Expansion of instructional space is not anticipated to be necessary in the near future. Increased online and hybrid courses have eased the demand for instructional space, allowing the accommodation of projected growth for at least the next 10 years. Voters approved a bond measure in 2016 (Measure H), which included adding a Student Services Building to the Tehama Campus. The 8,900 sq. ft. building created a “One-Stop-Shop” student experience, which includes access to student services, counselors’ offices, faculty offices, a veterans’ support center, campus safety, and additional administrative offices. The centralized support area provides students with the resources needed for success. Architectural plans were created, construction commenced, and the building officially opened in 2021. The relocation of Student Services to the new building will allow the previous Student Services space to be remodeled into an expanded Tutoring and Learning Center and an enhanced Student Lounge. The Student Services Building is the fourth building on site. The addition of the Student Services Building and subsequent expansion of the Tutoring and Learning Center and adjoining Student Lounge will create significantly more student support spaces. Instructional capacity also exists in our community partner locations as we expand our ESL offerings throughout the county. The potential 5th building for the campus, also approved as part of Measure H, will include additional classroom space to accommodate larger enrollment in key disciplines, an additional science lab, a signature CTE discipline, and appropriate office space to broaden the Economic and Workforce Development presence. This expansion of the Tehama Campus will continue to benefit the local community, allowing students to fulfill transfer requirements, degree completion, and workforce training. The timeline will be determined by demand and availability of Measure H funds for facility construction. The current facilities are adequate to accommodate the 10-year enrollment projections. Approval of the Tehama Campus as an Educational Center will support continued growth and lay the foundation for future eligibility of state capital outlay funds.