March 6, 2025 Board of Trustees Facilities Committee Meeting

The Facilities Committee of the Board of Trustees of Illinois Valley Community College District No. 513 met at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 6, 2025 in the Board Room (C307) at Illinois Valley Community College.

Committee Members Physically Present

Jay K. McCracken

Committee Members Absent

Angela M. Stevenson

Committee Members Virtually Present

Maureen O. Rebholz

Other Board Members Physically Present

Others Physically Present

Tracy Morris, President

Kathy Ross, Vice President for Business Services and Finance

Mary Beth Herron, Director of Human Resources

Eric Johnson, Controller

Others Virtually Present

Vicki Trier, Vice President for Academic Affairs

 

Mr. McCracken called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

PUBLIC COMMENT

Mr. Volker stated he has enjoyed hearing IVCC stories from community members. They could fit well into the IVCC’s 100th anniversary efforts.

MASTER PLAN

Ms. Ross highlighted the purpose and process used to develop the draft plan. Existing conditions and program needs were investigated and analyzed. Planning objectives driving the planning process include campus image, campus life space, learning-centered environment, campus-wide wayfinding and organization, technology and connectivity, and framework for growth. Program needs were then prioritized within the planning objectives. Ms. Ross reviewed the draft Master Plan for the next 5-10 years, which includes proposed improvements and upgrades for, the development of new facilities and existing campus facilities identified to respond to program needs Ms. Ross also shared conceptual cost estimates.

2025 CAMPUS RENOVATIONS

Ms. Ross presented an update on campus renovations including floor plan and architect renderings from Demonica Kemper Architects (DKA) on the following:

  • Microbiology classroom and lab
  • Upgrades to Food Service Corridor
  • Assessment Center
  • Distance Learning Classrooms

The campus renovations timeline and the cost estimation and funding sources for each project were reviewed.

AG BUILDING UPDATE

Dr. Morris stated the City of Oglesby sent proposed changes to the Annexation Agreement late this afternoon. The administration needs time to review the document but there are concerns about new proposed changes made to the agreement.

OTHER

Mr. McCracken commended the work being done by all and the results being positive changes and an outstanding use of funds.

ADJOURNMENT

Mr. McCracken declared the meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m.