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UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS MASTER PLAN FINAL REPORT REVISED MARCH 31, 2003 UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS MASTER PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS I. STUDY OVERVIEW ......................................................................................1 II. MASTER PLAN PRINCIPLES.........................................................................3 III. PROCESS OVERVIEW...................................................................................9 IV. SAINT THOMAS MASTER PLAN.................................................................11 V. SAINT CROIX MASTER PLAN....................................................................17 VI. CONCLUSION............................................................................................21 VII. EXHIBITS TOTAL PROJECT COST SUMMARIES BY CAMPUS A. MASTER PLANNING PROCESS B. SPACE UTILIZATION SUMMARY UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 1 rev March 31, 2003 I. STUDY OVERVIEW Since its conception in the early 1960s as the College of the Virgin Islands, UVI has paused periodically in its growth to evaluate its needs, assets and options by developing formal and defacto master plans to accommodate growth, the changing needs of its community and emerging programs. These planning mileposts were not only in response to growth and opportunities but outside forces such as natural disasters during its first forty years. A hallmark of the University of the Virgin Islands has been its ability not only to recover, but to improve its condition following disasters such as Hurricanes Hugo (1989) and Marilyn (1995). As the University entered the new millennium, it recognized a need to study its past and look to its future. This document is the result of this self evaluation and study. The University Master Plan presented herein is the result of a collaborative effort between the University and its consultants over a period of September 2001 to January 2003. Drawing heavily on the history of the institution as a leader in higher education in the Caribbean, the intent of the study is to suggest a facilities and asset development strategy for the future. As a land grant institution and an historically black institution of learning, UVI has a recognized role in leading the course of development for the territory and the Caribbean region. It is most appropriate that the University possess a viable physical Master Plan which outlines and integrates the University’s strategic objectives into the development of its buildings and grounds and preservation of its assets, while adhering to the mission, vision, and values of the University. The goal of this Master Plan is defined as follows: The Master Plan outlines a shared vision of the University’s growth, achievable in no less than 10 years, which continues the transformation and maximum utilization of the University’s physical assets in support of its strategic mission. UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 2 rev March 31, 2003 This planning document outlines the process, data gathered, and conclusions reached over the study period. As with any plan, it is a point-in-time evaluation subject to continuous influences and various implementation options. What is most important is that it be used as a guide rather than a directive. Initiatives have been identified which complement the growth of the University, clarify its organization and provide improved access to the community. However, as implementation progresses, the project list must be continuously reevaluated to ensure responsiveness, flexibility and alignment with the University’s mission and values and programs. Exhibit A outlines the process and participants used in assembling the plan. The planning consultant team was a partnership led by ARAMARK ServiceMaster Facility Services (ASFS), which facilitated the historical review of planning episodes, prepared the space utilization study, conducted constituent interviews, proposed planning scenarios and prepared the costing. Complementing the consultant team was Synterra Ltd., whose expertise in land use and site planning added a necessary dimension to the team. Survey and engineering support was provided by Brian Moseley Inc. to field verify topography, systems installations and to provide base plans for this study. The consultant team relied heavily on the resources and expertise at the University and worked in close collaboration with the University administration initially led by President Orville Kean, PhD and later by President LaVerne Ragster, Ph.D. Members of the University’s cabinet, administration, staff and faculty representatives greatly assisted in providing insight, the review of plans and the development of options. UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 3 rev March 31, 2003 II. MASTER PLAN PRINCIPLES A. UNIVERSITY STRATEGIC MISSION Understanding the mission of the University was critical in establishing the foundations for physical planning. As the University has already undertaken the initiative to update its strategic mission, this was largely a process of exchange and education for the planning team. The following summarizes the primary components of the mission and its opportunities. Vision: “The University will be recognized globally as a leading American institution of higher education in the Caribbean dedicated to playing a significant role in facilitating the economic and social transformation of the Virgin Islands to meet the challenges of the 21st Century.” Mission Components: • Liberal Arts core with Undergraduate, Graduate and Continuing Education Programs • Land Grant Institution established to provide higher education services to the Virgin Island’s public • Integration of teaching, research and public service to facilitate the economic development of the region • Advancing knowledge through research and public service, particularly in areas that contribute to understanding and resolving issues unique to the Virgin Islands and the Caribbean Mission Thrusts: Community Engagement: “Align the University and its programs more closely with the social and economic needs of the territory.” • Establish a “Network of Partnerships” • Increase collaborative and outreach programs • Emphasize research program Sustainable Development: “Sustain the development and maintenance of programs.” • Create revenue-generating activities, e.g. Research Park, consulting services • Evaluate coursework and client demand • Improve student experience to increase demand • Enhance work experience to attract faculty and staff • Assure highest quality of UVI programs • Expand the use of technology to improve performance and enhance the learning experience UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 4 rev March 31, 2003 B. MASTER PLANNING VALUES The following four values were established as guidelines for the Master Plan and were determined from the Master Plan workshops. These values served as underpinning to subsequent strategies and scenarios that would be developed and will continue to act as benchmarks in evaluating development direction as the plans evolve. Functional Accessibility Facilitate access to University services through the efficient grouping of functions, appropriate location, unimpeded circulation, and legibility of its campus. Campus Image Develop a consistent campus iconography and facilities that support programs, while enhancing the University’s physical appearance. Asset Enhancement Enhance value through the appropriate utilization, expansion, improvement and maintenance of existing physical assets and to work to enrich the heritage of the University and its physical environment. Systems Sustainability Implement utility and technological improvements, which will provide the University a programmatically appropriate and sustainable operating environment. UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 5 rev March 31, 2003 C. UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMATIC DIRECTION Identified areas of University strengths and exposure were outlined within the strategic mission and reinforced through a series of focused interviews. This list serves to highlight the programmatic directions and principal challenges of the University. Overall Strengths 1. Dedicated board, faculty, staff and management 2. Geography and US territory 3. Designation as HBCU and land-grant institution 4. Fiscal responsibility 5. Demonstrated leadership in the Caribbean Academic Divisions ♦ Math/Science ♦ Nursing ♦ Business ♦ Education ♦ Humanities ♦ Social Science Developing Programs ♦ Marine and environmental sciences ♦ Water resources ♦ Non-degree continuing education and outreach ♦ Information technology and computer science ♦ Community business development Areas for Enhancement 1. University image and morale 2. Faculty recruitment and retention 3. Maximizing use and operation of facilities 4. Client-centered focused programs 5. IT training and support programs for faculty/staff 6. Response time to clients and restructuring . UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 6 rev March 31, 2003 During the interview process a variety of initiatives or concerns were presented that the Master Plan should in some part address. This section summarizes several of the major points that have been discussed or incorporated within the plan. For ease of reference these comments are separated into University as well as campus concerns or initiatives. University Wide • Create Welcome and Information Centers • Improve Campus Signage • Improve Access to and through the Campuses • Maximize the Pedestrian Experience Across the Campuses • Maximize Classroom and Facilities Use • Arrange Student Services within Reasonable Precincts • Increase and Develop Gathering Spaces • Support Technical Requirements • Improve Compliance Programs • Improve Campus Life , Safety and Security • Increase Campus Parking Facilities and Implement a University Automobile/ Parking Program St. Thomas • Creation of a Central Quadrangle at upper Campus • Create Conference and Teleconference Facilities • Create Plan for Expanded Housing • Maximize Usefulness of Recreational Open Spaces • Continue Consolidation of Administrative Facilities • Increase Support Space for Technology • Enhance Water Resource Research Facilities • Improve Commuter Student Facilities St. Croix • Increase Perimeter Security to Campus • Define Edge of Campus • Create a Central Campus Green and Gathering Area • Improve Student Services for Residential and Commuter Student Use • Increase Office Facilities and Create Standards for Private and Shared Facilities • Reduce Congestion of Evans Center • Provide Linkage to Potential Research Park UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 7 rev March 31, 2003 D. FACILITIES STRATEGY Out of the workshops, interviews and the review of historical plans and data, initiatives were linked with potential improvements and arrayed against the stated Master Plan values. Many of these initiatives had been identified in the campus plan completed in 2000 and were in the process of being implemented. It was important for the planning team to understand how past directions reinforced the current needs and how they fit into a comprehensive facilities strategy. Refer again to section II B. for a definition of each of these value statements and how the projects listed apply. Functional Accessibility ♦ Clarify vehicular & pedestrian access through and around campuses with strategic reconfigurations of roadways and pathways. ♦ Improve campus legibility through consistent signage, lighting and landscaping standards. ♦ Work to improve ADA compliance on campus. ♦ Centralize critical student uses and University functions to provide easier access to service. ♦ Increase campus parking (by 200%), eliminate congestion and improve safety and service access. Campus Image ♦ Improve the campus experience for user and service provider. ♦ Implement projects which respect and enhance the natural beauty of the campus environment. ♦ Improve security of campus without significant compromise to community access. ♦ Provide facilities that will support the University’s responsibility to the charter and the community: support, research and training facilities. ♦ Provide facilities which improve the working environment within the University: academic office, commuter student and assembly space. ♦ Increase housing options to attract a broader range of students, researchers and faculty and increase their use of the campus. UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 8 rev March 31, 2003 Asset Preservation and Enhancement ♦ Maximize use of existing facilities through conversions and realignments, minimizing capital investment and strengthening the historic fabric of campus. ♦ Maximize the usefulness of University assets by recognizing unique character of each campus. ♦ Improve utilization of outdoor space through passive and active recreational functions. System Sustainability ♦ Improve mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and life- safety systems to support University programs. ♦ Investigate and implement Energy Conservation Measures while seeking alternative sources energy. ♦ Support the technological requirements of the University community ♦ Utilize environmentally sustainable technologies, where practical. ♦ Support ongoing campus facilities operating and maintenance programs. ♦ Work towards reducing deferred maintenance backlog in any progressive capital program. ♦ Improve resistance of buildings and infrastructure to natural disasters. UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 9 rev March 31, 2003 III. PLANNING OVERVIEW A. MASTER PLAN ELEMENTS Development of the Master Plan involved the collection and analysis of information including quantitative and qualitative elements that are key to the plan’s success. Major elements incorporated in this study include: INPUTS 1. Review of the Strategic Mission, Vision and Values 2. Constituent Interviews 3. Land Use Survey 4. Space Utilization Study 5. Existing Capital Plans and Prior Master Plan Studies OUTPUTS 1. Proposed Master Plan Initiatives 2. Campus Site Plans/Layouts 3. Capital Budgets B. PLANNING PROCESS FLOW The Master Plan can best be described as the result of the collective evaluation of all fundamental elements, as described above. The University and its consultants assembled the Master Plan in the following manner: 1. Data Collection – Understanding the strategic components, overview of mechanical systems, constituent interviews, review of the University’s development history and its previous planning studies 2. Data Analysis – Updating the facilities’ inventory, development of a space utilization study, comparative utilization / benchmarking, assembly of overall campus plans, programmatic needs summary and University workshop reviews 3. Options Development and Recommendations – Potential project use categories, creation of organizational themes, implementation strategy cost comparisons and discussion of outcomes through workshops 4. Reporting and Reconciliation - Collection and organization of the planning products into a comprehensive report for University use. UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 10 rev March 31, 2003 In 2000 the University adopted Phase 1 of a Capital Development Program designed to meet the University’s needs, while utilize existing assets through renovation and adaptive reuse. Many of the goals and objectives and projects of this earlier program are incorporated in this Master Plan. Financial constraints required UVI to prioritize the identified projects which are now underway. Among the St. Thomas projects previously approved and currently under construction are: • Harvey Administration and Conference Center • New Central Campus Dining Pavilion • CA Building AC and Phase 1 Renovation • Dormitory Renovation-Phase 1 • Upper Campus Academic Building-Phase 1 • Upper Campus Cooling Loop • Library Windows and AC Upgrade • Reichhold Center-Phase 1 Shell Renovation • Etelman House-Phase 1 Renovation • Campus Power Upgrade-Distribution and Generator • Administration Residences • HAZMAT Storage and Transfer Facilities UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 11 rev March 31, 2003 IV. ST. THOMAS MASTER PLAN A. PROPOSED INITIATIVES Following the review of past plans, current needs and capital program, the following is a series of recommended capital project initiatives for the University. Each project initiative is identified by objectives, then functional elements of the solution and finally the qualitative improvement created. These projects are also tied to an approximate total budget expectation in current dollars. ADMINISTRATIVE & FACULTY OFFICE IMPROVEMENTS-HARVEY CENTER- UNDERWAY Objectives ♦ Improve general office space – private and shared Functional Elements ♦ Centralize University administrative functions at Harvey Improvements ♦ Facilitate access and improve legibility of administrative functions Potential Cost $5.5 Million PARKING LOT EXPANSION Objectives ♦ Optimize campus parking capacity and efficiency ♦ Cluster parking to serve localized destinations Functional Elements ♦ Expand parking lot on west side of upper campus in vicinity of Social Sciences Building ♦ Consider alternate parking structure on west side of upper campus in vicinity of Social Sciences Building ♦ Add additional parking to west of CA Building ♦ Add parking to east end of lower campus playing field Improvements ♦ Provide needed parking spaces to the academic core ♦ Preserve existing wooded slope as vegetative buffer while providing needed parking spaces in relative vicinity of the academic core ♦ Offer additional assigned parking spaces for the disabled community. Increase security through increased pedestrian flow to centralized parking lots ♦ The net gain of spaces across all lot expansion and in consideration of a structure parking facility would be an additional 763 spaces Potential Cost $8.4 Million (w/ Structured Lot) ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS Objectives ♦ Clarify vehicular circulation patterns and reduce traffic confusion ♦ Provide vehicular access to new and existing facilities ♦ Establish clear entry points to campus UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 12 rev March 31, 2003 Functional Elements ♦ Establish ring road around Harvey Center ♦ Realignment of access roads at Sports & Fitness Center ♦ Provide lower campus road link to main entry. Add stoplight at Main Entrance intersection ♦ Develop new roadways to new Community Center ♦ Reconfigure access road to Marine Science center Improvements ♦ Create self-contained roadway system for lower campus ♦ Create clear vehicular entry to lower campus ♦ Provide better vehicular and pedestrian connection between upper and lower campuses ♦ Provide better connection between east and west sides of upper campus ♦ Steer undesirable traffic near Air Control Tower Potential Cost $6.7 Million UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS - UNDERWAY Objectives ♦ Expand power generation system ♦ Explore utilization of “green power” sources – wind, solar, etc. ♦ Campus lighting improvements Functional Elements ♦ Expand local generator capacity ♦ Enhance info tech infrastructure Improvements ♦ Construct improved relationship with local utility company ♦ Enhance services and stability to campus facilities Potential Cost $2.4 Million UPPER CAMPUS GREEN Objectives ♦ Provide ceremonial open green space in the heart of campus ♦ Promote positive campus image ♦ Provide leisure space Functional Elements ♦ Establish landscaped green at center of upper campus ♦ Reposition parking to ring road lots ♦ Add lighting and furnishings Improvements ♦ Transform upper campus parking lot into landscaped outdoor space for assembly and passive use ♦ Improved social presence Potential Cost $1.0 Million CAMPUS SIGNAGE SYSTEM Objectives: ♦ Improve way-finding ♦ Improve campus and facilities image Functional Elements ♦ Campus orientation, roadway and facilities signage ♦ Welcome kiosks ♦ University banner systems Improvements ♦ Increased visibility ♦ Improved community image ♦ Enhanced security Potential Cost $90 Thousand UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 13 rev March 31, 2003 STUDENT AND ACADEMIC CENTER –NEW BUILDING Objectives ♦ Create new upper campus academic facility to provide improved program and student services Functional Elements ♦ Assembly space ♦ Student life services – mailroom, post boxes club space ♦ Study space ♦ Alternate food services ♦ Merchandising Improvements ♦ Enhanced accessibility ♦ Greater flexibility for academic assembly Potential Cost $6.3 Million COMMUNITY CENTER-NEW BUILDING Objectives ♦ Create community resource facilities to bring University in closer contact with local community Functional Elements ♦ Position new facility on upper campus adjacent to the Business Conference Center with easy access ♦ Include assembly & meeting rooms ♦ Possible admissions center ♦ Add art gallery and exhibition space ♦ Multi-purpose recreation Improvements ♦ Improve greater community university usage ♦ Demonstration of leadership Potential Cost $4.7 Million RESEARCH / BUSINESS CENTERS-NEW BUILDING Objectives ♦ Add further facilities for research use and regional business development Functional Elements ♦ Create multipurpose conference facilities adjacent to short term housing ♦ Expand research laboratories for Marine Science or Environmental Studies ♦ Community business development offices Improvements ♦ Enhanced community role ♦ Improved programs and position in the academic community Potential Cost $7.2 Million ACADEMIC SPACE IMPROVEMENTS – UNDERWAY - UNDERWAY Objectives ♦ Create additional academic space through release of administrative offices ♦ Create academic research classrooms ♦ Additional IT storage/support space ♦ Enhance existing assets and maintain current facilities Functional Elements ♦ Reconfigure Library & CA Building Improvements ♦ Improve utilization of existing classroom space Potential Cost $2.2 Million UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 14 rev March 31, 2003 COMMUTER CENTER – NEW BUILDING ADDITION Objectives ♦ Create commuter/day-student assembly and resource center Functional Elements ♦ Provide addition to CA Building with the following functions: • Lounge and meeting space • Study space • Food service & merchandise • Internet access Improvements ♦ Provide lower campus assembly center ♦ Smaller quick implementation Potential Cost $700 Thousand STUDENT / FACULTY RESIDENCES-NEW BUILDING Objectives ♦ Create multiple types of housing options for the greater UVI community – dormitory suites, apartments, townhouses ♦ Enhance existing assets and maintain current facilities Functional Elements ♦ Add housing options between upper campus and Reichold Center • Graduate townhouse & apartments • Undergraduate suites ♦ Add short term housing directly related to a research discipline ♦ Add traditional dormitory north of North Hall ♦ Provide general dormitory upgrades Improvements ♦ Reinforce housing options on upper campus ♦ Provide further connections to underutilized parts of campus Potential Cost $6.3 Million RECREATION & LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS Objectives ♦ Expand and improve recreational facilities for student body ♦ Promote positive campus image ♦ Promote athletic programs Functional Elements ♦ Realign golf course to reduce holes and improve play ♦ Establish new track and or soccer field on golf course ♦ Add minimal beach facilities to Brewers bay ♦ Improve selective priority pedestrian walkways Improvements ♦ Develop facilities to meet student and community demand for recreation ♦ Improve the aesthetic appeal of all facilities with additional plantings Potential Cost $1.8 Million UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 15 rev March 31, 2003 SUPPORT FACILITIES - UNDERWAY Objectives ♦ Provide support facilities, which enhance community life, are reasonably accessible, and programmatically inclusive. Functional Elements ♦ New Dining Center ♦ Central Kitchen ♦ Day Care Center Improvements ♦ Bring dining services closer to the resident community ♦ Create a more efficient food service preparation and operational facilities ♦ Provide broader community support and services Potential Cost $2.1 Million UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 16 rev March 31, 2003 B. IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY From the initiatives was outlined a sequence of implementation. The implementation strategy was compiled first by recognizing those capital projects already underway then complementing it with work to address current priorities. ST. THOMAS CAMPUS PHASE: IMPROVE IMAGE & ACCESSIBILITY (2000-2005) IA: ( IN PROGRESS OR COMPLETED) ♦ Create new dining facilities-pavilion ♦ Campus signage and image enhancements ♦ Centralize University administration-Harvey ♦ Infrastructure improvements (expand power generation capacity) ♦ Improve classroom facilities & utilization IB: (TO BE ADDRESSED) ♦ Select road/parking improvements ♦ Create new community center ♦ Convert/expand office facilities Potential Cost $19 Million PHASE II: IMPROVE ACADEMIC, & RESEARCH FACILITIES (2005-2010) ♦ Expand training space ♦ Create conference & greater research facilities ♦ Expand parking (surface lot) ♦ Provide greater research housing options Potential Cost $19.7 Million PHASE III: EXPAND STUDENT RESIDENT & SUPPORT FACILITIES (2010-2015) ♦ Expand student housing options ♦ Recreational student center Potential Cost $16.5 Million UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 17 rev March 31, 2003 V. ST. CROIX MASTER PLAN A. PROPOSED INITIATIVES SECURITY & EDGE IMPROVEMENTS Objectives: ♦ Improve the image from public streets & adjacent properties ♦ Secure the south and west perimeters Functional Elements: ♦ West perimeter border fencing ♦ South perimeter security fencing ♦ Add perimeter lighting ♦ Provide public roadway image/buffer treatment ♦ Improve pedestrian walkways ♦ Replace edging vegetation Improvements: ♦ Reduce unauthorized vehicles that short-cut across lawn areas ♦ South perimeter is unsecured adjacent to correctional facility Potential Cost $900 Thousand ADMINISTRATIVE & FACULTY OFFICE IMPROVEMENTS Objectives ♦ Improve general office space – private and shared ♦ Enhance existing assets and maintain current facilities Functional Elements ♦ Work towards the centralization of University administrative functions ♦ Realign spaces within Evans Center Improvements: ♦ Improved utilization Potential Cost $650 Thousand RECREATION IMPROVEMENTS Objectives ♦ Create more options for recreation on campus Functional Elements ♦ Create new play fields for baseball and soccer on SE quadrant of campus ♦ Create multi-purpose recreation center: • Estimated size 25,000 square feet Improvements: ♦ Create stronger campus community image ♦ Improve student life Potential Cost $7.5 Million ACADEMIC SPACE IMPROVEMENTS/ ADDITIONS Objectives ♦ Improve scale and functionality of teaching spaces ♦ Enhance existing assets and maintain current facilities Functional Elements • Improve utilization of existing classrooms • Create large teaching/auditorium space • Increase IT storage & support space • Add academic space as required to the campus in later phases of plan which will include all necessary support • Allowance for two facilities at 20,000 square feet Potential Cost $11.9 Million UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 18 rev March 31, 2003 RESEARCH / BUSINESS CENTERS Objectives ♦ Add or redistribute research/laboratory space across campus ♦ Facilitate the development of community base Functional Elements ♦ Add conference and office facilities and research laboratories as required ♦ Allowance for two facilities at 10,000 square feet ♦ Community business development offices ♦ Technology park (not funded by University) Potential Cost $6.6 Million UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS Objectives ♦ Stabilize power and water resources Functional Elements ♦ Improve power generation system ♦ Expand potable water system – wells & retention ♦ Explore utilization of “green power” sources – wind, solar, etc. ♦ Create pilot projects to explore feasibility Potential Cost $1.6 Million CAMPUS GREEN Objectives: ♦ Create a central feature to expand on current natural area ♦ Provide an aesthetic central focal point Functional Elements: ♦ Create central natural green after relocating central parking lot to campus perimeter ♦ Interlace with walkways and seating areas Improvements: ♦ Improve utilization of natural area and enhance aesthetic appeal ♦ Create central public gathering space ♦ Expand capability to study natural systems on campus ♦ Improve traffic safety Potential Cost $900 Thousand CAMPUS SIGNAGE SYSTEM Objectives: ♦ Improve way-finding and campus legibility ♦ Improve campus and facilities image Functional Elements ♦ Add campus orientation, roadway and facilities signage ♦ Create information kiosks ♦ Install university banner systems Improvements ♦ Minimize visitor disorientation ♦ Reinforce facilities & program identity Potential Cost $60 Thousand UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 19 rev March 31, 2003 PARKING LOT EXPANSION Objectives: ♦ Support current parking demand ♦ Allow for redeveloping the central core of the campus into a green area ♦ Accommodate future academic expansion Functional Elements: ♦ New parking lots on north, west, east, and south sides of campus to support expanded programs and facilities Improvements: ♦ Students and faculty currently park on grass and landscaped areas ♦ A net increase of 386 spaces would be added to the campus ♦ Improve campus lighting Potential Cost $1.7 Million ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS Objectives: ♦ Improve campus image ♦ Provide better access to existing and future facilities ♦ Create safer internal circulation Functional Elements: ♦ Upgrade to main entry from public road on north side ♦ Creation of a main campus perimeter Loop Road ♦ Upgrades to interior campus roadways ♦ New access roads to new facilities ♦ Expand campus lighting Improvements ♦ Create positive/focused image ♦ Remove informal roads, paths and unauthorized short- cuts ♦ Reduce intensity of vehicular traffic from campus pathways ♦ Enhance visibility and security Potential Cost $4.1 Million POTENTIAL STUDENT HOUSING Objectives ♦ As demand for resident housing increases, create additional units and maximize current facilities Functional Elements ♦ Create suite / townhouse units appropriate to intended use group ♦ Allowance for net increase of 90 beds ♦ Utilize existing housing precinct to expand and centralize function Improvements: ♦ Bring parking closer to housing Potential Cost $4.4 Million UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 20 rev March 31, 2003 B. IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY ST. CROIX CAMPUS PHASE I: IMPROVE IMAGE & EXPAND RESEARCH FACILITIES (2000-2004) IA (IN PROGRESS OR COMPLETED) ♦ Power distribution ♦ Administrative/faculty office improvements (Evans Center) ♦ Central parking lot ♦ Select classroom renovations IB: (TO BE ADDRESSED) ♦ Select road/parking improvements ♦ Campus edge improvements (landscape, fencing, lighting) ♦ Campus signage and image enhancements ♦ Infrastructure improvements (potable water system, site drainage) ♦ Improve classroom facilities & utilization ♦ Expand research & training facilities Potential Cost $4.3 Million PHASE II: IMPROVE RESIDENTIAL & COMMUNITY SUPPORT (2005-2010) ♦ Create new recreational fields and center ♦ Provide conference facilities ♦ Further road/parking improvements Potential Cost $24.5 Million PHASE III: IMPROVE ACADEMIC SUPPORT & EXPAND RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES (2010-2015) ♦ Centralize University administration ♦ Housing options Potential Cost $11.4 Million UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS December 20,2002 MASTER PLAN 21 rev March 31, 2003 VI. CONCLUSION The development and assembly of a Master Plan takes enormous cooperation, input and support from a variety of sources. The planning team would especially like to thank the following contributors to the planning process: Dr. LaVerne Ragster Dr. Orville Kean Mr. Malcolm Kirwin Dr. Gwen Marie-Moolenaar Ms. Jennifer Jackson Dr. John Leipzig Dr. Henry Smith Ms. Susan Anderson Ms. LillieMay Durant Mr. Peter Abrahams Mr. Charles Martin Mr. Patrick O’Donnell Mr. Jimmy Rodgers Ms. Nereida Washington Mr. Roy Watlington Mr. Vincent Samuels The Master Plan developed herein has established both the mindset and a foundation for the University to move forward in a consistent and productive manner. These plans will inevitably need adjustment as new initiatives are introduced by the University. This is typical in any long term development program. Periodic internal reviews are warranted to ensure that the University continues to move forward in the most thoughtful, most cost efficient manner that builds upon the foundation of this study. UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS 2002 Master Plan Total Project Cost Summary March 27, 2003 Phase Phase Phase Preferred Building Option One Two Three Total St Thomas Campus Admin & Faculty Office Improvements $5,478,400 $0 $0 $5,478,400 Parking Lot Expansion $312,000 $6,918,150 $1,154,075 $8,384,225 Roadway Improvments $1,863,048 $2,714,400 $2,144,428 $6,721,876 Utility Improvements $1,650,000 $350,000 $350,000 $2,350,000 Upper Campus Green $0 $945,000 $0 $945,000 Campus Signage System $45,500 $45,500 $0 $91,000 Student / Academic Center $0 $6,300,000 $0 $6,300,000 Community Center $4,725,000 $0 $0 $4,725,000 Research / Business Centers $0 $2,257,500 $4,987,500 $7,245,000 Academic Space Improvements $2,164,600 $0 $0 $2,164,600 Commuter Center $661,500 $0 $0 $661,500 Student / Faculty Residences $0 $0 $6,250,500 $6,250,500 Recreation & Landscape Improvements $0 $131,250 $1,625,000 $1,756,250 Support Facilities $2,053,500 $0 $0 $2,053,500 TOTAL $18,953,548 $19,661,800 $16,511,503 $55,126,851 * - Total Cost does not include endowment or operating capital investment - Costs are projected in current dollar values. Escalation should be considered as timeline adjustment Project Costs UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS 2002 Master Plan Total Project Cost Summary March 27, 2003 Phase Phase Phase Preferred Building Option One Two Three Total St Croix Campus Security & Edge Improvements $870,688 $0 $0 $870,688 Admin & Faculty Office Improvements $649,600 $0 $0 $649,600 Recreation Improvements $0 $7,450,000 $0 $7,450,000 Academic Space Improvements / Additions $0 $6,250,000 $5,600,000 $11,850,000 Research / Business Centers $0 $6,600,000 $0 $6,600,000 Utility Improvements $1,072,500 $487,500 $0 $1,560,000 Campus Green $0 $910,000 $0 $910,000 Campus Signage System $58,500 $0 $0 $58,500 Parking Lot Expansion $299,000 $721,500 $698,750 $1,719,250 Roadway Improvements $1,320,475 $2,111,529 $699,530 $4,131,534 Potential Student Housing $0 $0 $4,387,500 $4,387,500 TOTAL $4,270,763 $24,530,529 $11,385,780 $40,187,072 * - Total Cost does not include endowment or operating capital investment - Costs are projected in current dollar values. Escalation should be considered as timeline adjustment Project Costs MASTER PLANNING PROCESS Physical/Functional Characteristics Site Plan, Building, Utility, Space Utilization, etc. DATA COLLECTION Institutional Mission/Vision Strategic Planning Visions, Objectives, & Goals CONSULTANT’S TEAM UNIVERSITY’S STEERING COMMITTEE Diagramming/ Compilation Properties, Campus Zoning, & Use Pattern DATA ANALYSIS Program Review & Reinforcement Direction/Objectives for Future Growth Create Alternatives Projects, Process, Cost, Phasing OPTION DEVELOPMENT Select Alternatives Determine preference; Participate in Open Forum Document Development Develop & Illustrate Preferred Option FINAL RECOMMENDATION Review & Approve Approve Final Report PHASE I PHASE II PHASE III PHASE IV Workshop #1 February, 2002 Workshop #6 March, 2003 Workshops #3-5 June, 2002 August, 2002 December, 2002 Workshop #2 April, 2002 Exhibit A Exhibit B SPACE UTILIZATION SUMMARY A key aspect of the planning study was the review of existing space use and utilization patterns. In 1999 the University commissioned the Facilities Resource Management Company to undertake a space inventory. Using this database as its foundation, several new facilities were added, including buildings recently reconfigured. The goal of the inventory was to update the profile of use types across the campus as well as determine the efficiencies of scheduled teaching spaces (hours available vs. hours scheduled). Spaces were inventoried using the HEGIS System (Higher Education General Information Survey) for labeling types of uses in a university environment. The use of this recognized national inventory system provided an opportunity to compare UVI to other higher educational facilities studied by the planning team. Utilization figures are at best a snapshot of scheduled use in teaching spaces across both campuses. In addition to the space inventory, class scheduling information was obtained from the Registrar’s office on both campuses. Schedules primarily from the fall 2001 were entered into the database to determine the level of classroom use by available hours both day and evening. This information is shown in the attached exhibits. Several very interesting observations came out of this data: § The size of both campuses is 509,219 Gross Square Feet (St. Thomas 366,175 and St. Croix 143,044). Once structure and most unassignable areas are removed the resultant net square feet for both campuses equals 396,424 nsf (St. Thomas 287,844 and St. Croix 108,580). § Classroom area across both campuses indicates opportunity for improvement. Based on the total amount of area on both campuses, there appears to Exhibit B be average to above average space. Average campus area for classroom facilities is 5% based on ASFS surveys and higher educational averages (note Facilities Manager study 2002). St. Thomas is at 7% while St. Croix exceeds averages with 14%. Given the relatively small area of the University, it is not surprising that the proportions are greater than averages. In addition, given the non-residential/ commuter character of St. Croix greater proportions are expected. § Scheduled use of general purpose teaching spaces (HEGIS 110) shows potential for increased use. Practice tells us that an average use rate of 67% is considered full use, given class transitions and informal use. Use is defined as the amount of scheduled classroom time compared to the amount of hours available. The week was broken into two time periods – Daytime 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Evening 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Utilization on St. Thomas averages 23%, while St. Croix average is at 27%. It is noted that use increases on both campuses during the evening, which is consistent with practices at public universities where non- resident use is greatest in the evening. On an individual building basis, the Science/Mathematics building reaches capacity during the day on St. Thomas at 58%, while the Evans Center on St. Croix tops out at 62% during evening use. § Regarding types of classrooms used on campus, activity on St. Thomas is greatest in the medium sized classrooms (25-39 stations) while on St. Croix larger classes (40+) have the most use. § Another measure of utilization comparison was not completed in this study. This measure requires a comparison of stations within the classrooms to the actual enrollment of classes. While station counts were identified in each room, the information on actual enrollment remains unknown. The material and database provided in this study will allow the University to complete the comparison as they progress in their scheduling. Utilization targets Exhibit B typically used in higher education are 60% of the station capacity. § Special use, supporting and laboratory facilities fall below higher education averages across both campuses. The differential on special use, which includes recreational/athletics, is greatest on St. Croix. Laboratory and research facilities on both campuses are surprising given the research focus of the University. § Office space is typically the largest proportion of campus space not including residential use. While it can vary widely, it averages at 22%. At UVI office space across both campuses occupies 19%. § Residential use (20%) as a proportion of campus space falls below many of the residential campuses surveyed by ASFS (36%). This appears consistent with the amount of non-resident commuter use for both campuses. The difference is greatest on St. Croix at 15%. The University will need to continue to examine the role which the residential student, staff or researcher will play in the future. § In summary there are opportunities to improve space use and complement the resources on campus. These use diagrams and data provided in the study provide a good platform for examining the institution. Databases should continue to be maintained as the plan evolves. *Facilities Manager , June 2002; Source excludes housing and non-assignable space, so percentages are pro-rated. Non-Assignable Area 7% Health Care Facilities 1% Unclassified Facilities 5% Supporting Facilities 7% Classroom Facilities 9% Special Use Facilities 6% Laboratory Facilities 8% Study Facilities 5% Office Facilities 19% General Use Facilities 13% Residential Facilities 20% 81,265 Total Net Square Footage HEGIS Category NSF % of Total Higher Ed. Inst. Avg.* ASFS Survey Avg. Residential Facilities (900) Health Care Facilities (800) General Use Facilities (600) Study Facilities (400) Special Use Facilities (500) Supporting Facilities (700) Unclassified Facilities (000) Classroom Facilities (100) Laboratory Facilities (200) Office Facilities (300) 2,905 75,143 21,298 30,522 23,202 35,334 26,878 20,860 49,780 396,424 20% 1% 19% 5% 8% 6% 9% 7% 5% 13% 100% 3% 16% 5% 16% 10% 4% 10% 0% 8% 72% 36% 1% 18% 6% 9% 5% 6% 5% 2% 11% 100% UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study Campus Net Square Footage - Breakdown by HEGIS Classification 29,237 Non-Assignable Area (999) 7% St. Croix and St. Thomas Campuses *Facilities Manager , June 2002; Source excludes housing and non-assignable space, so percentages are pro-rated. Non-Assignable Area 5% Health Care Facilities 0% Unclassified Facilities 6% Supporting Facilities 7% Classroom Facilities 7% Special Use Facilities 8% Laboratory Facilities 8% Study Facilities 5% Office Facilities 18% General Use Facilities 14% Residential Facilities 22% 65,494 Total Net Square Footage HEGIS Category NSF % of Total Higher Ed. Inst. Avg.* ASFS Survey Avg. Residential Facilities (900) Health Care Facilities (800) General Use Facilities (600) Study Facilities (400) Special Use Facilities (500) Supporting Facilities (700) Unclassified Facilities (000) Classroom Facilities (100) Laboratory Facilities (200) Office Facilities (300) 1,432 51,733 14,299 22,402 21,984 20,308 21,566 16,320 39,064 287,844 23% 0% 18% 5% 8% 8% 7% 7% 6% 14% 100% 3% 16% 5% 16% 10% 4% 10% 0% 8% 73% 36% 1% 18% 6% 9% 5% 6% 5% 2% 11% 100% UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study Campus Net Square Footage - Breakdown by HEGIS Classification 13,242 Non-Assignable Area (999) 5% St. Thomas Campus *Facilities Manager , June 2002; Source excludes housing and non-assignable space, so percentages are pro-rated. Non-Assignable Area 15% Health Care Facilities 1% Unclassified Facilities 4% Supporting Facilities 5% Classroom Facilities 14% Special Use Facilities 1% Laboratory Facilities 7% Study Facilities 6% Office Facilities 22% General Use Facilities 10% Residential Facilities 15% 15,771 Total Net Square Footage HEGIS Category NSF % of Total Higher Ed. Inst. Avg.* ASFS Survey Avg. Residential Facilities (900) Health Care Facilities (800) General Use Facilities (600) Study Facilities (400) Special Use Facilities (500) Supporting Facilities (700) Unclassified Facilities (000) Classroom Facilities (100) Laboratory Facilities (200) Office Facilities (300) 1,473 23,410 6,999 8,120 1,218 15,026 5,312 4,540 10,716 108,580 15% 1% 22% 6% 7% 1% 14% 5% 4% 10% 100% 3% 16% 5% 16% 10% 4% 10% 0% 8% 71% 36% 1% 18% 6% 9% 5% 6% 5% 2% 11% 100% UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study Campus Net Square Footage - Breakdown by HEGIS Classification 15,995 Non-Assignable Area (999) 15% St. Croix Campus * includes spaces with Hegis codes of 110 or 210 only. ** Available Hours = 40 hours per week for each space (M-F, 8:00 - 4:00). UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study: St. Thomas Campus Utilization Rates across Campus* 13% 24% 21% 23% 5% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Utilization Rate: Scheduled Hours/Available Hours** Small Medium Large 110 210 Classroom Class Laboratory 40 or more stations 25 - 39 stations Fewer than 25 stations Room Size (stations) Hegis Code Target Utilization Range (Higher Ed): 45 - 75% * includes spaces with Hegis codes of 110 only. ** Available Hours = 40 hours per week for each space (M-F, 8:00 - 4:00) 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Utilization Rate: Scheduled Hours/Available Hours** Target Utilization Range (Higher Ed): 45 - 75% 39% 19% 0% 30% 25% 23% Humanities Etelman House Classroom/Administration Music Building Teachers Education Business Administration UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study: St. Thomas Campus Classroom Utilization Rates across Campus* (Days: 8am-4pm) Nursing Education Quarters 'C' - Social Sciences Science/Mathematics Sports & Fitness Center 24% 0% 55% 7% * includes spaces with Hegis codes of 110 only. ** Available Hours = 30 hours per week for each space (M-F, 4:00 - 10:00) 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Utilization Rate: Scheduled Hours/Available Hours** 54% 23% 0% 45% 7% 57% Humanities Etelman House Classroom/Administration Music Building Teachers Education Business Administration UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study: St. Thomas Campus Classroom Utilization Rates across Campus* (Evenings: 4pm-10pm) Nursing Education Quarters 'C' - Social Sciences Science/Mathematics Sports & Fitness Center 52% 0% 37% 21% *Available Spaces = all rooms with Hegis codes of 110 or 210. 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 8:00 AM 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 12:00 PM 1:00 PM 2:00 PM 3:00 PM 4:00 PM 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 8:00 PM 9:00 PM Availability Rate: Scheduled Spaces/Available Spaces* Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study: St. Thomas Campus Classroom/Class Lab Occupancy Rate by Time of Day * includes spaces with Hegis codes of 110 or 210 only. ** Available Hours = 40 hours per week for each space (M-F, 8:00 - 4:00). UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study: St. Croix Campus Utilization Rates across Campus* 14% 33% 34% 27% 1% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% Utilization Rate: Scheduled Hours/Available Hours** Small Medium Large 110 210 Classroom Class Laboratory 40 or more stations 25 - 39 stations Fewer than 25 stations Room Size (stations) Hegis Code Target Utilization Range (Higher Ed): 45 - 75% * includes spaces with Hegis codes of 110 only. ** Available Hours = 40 hours per week for each space (M-F, 8:00 - 4:00) 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Utilization Rate: Scheduled Hours/Available Hours** Target Utilization Range (Higher Ed): 45 - 75% 38% 28% 33% 8% 3% 29% Building 'T' Building 'S' Building 'R' Building 'U' Evans Center Building 'Q' UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study: St. Croix Campus Classroom Utilization Rates across Campus* (Days: 8am-4pm) * includes spaces with Hegis codes of 110 only. ** Available Hours = 30 hours per week for each space (M-F, 4:00 - 10:00) 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Utilization Rate: Scheduled Hours/Available Hours** 50% 38% 13% 10% 15% 62% Building 'T' Building 'S' Building 'R' Building 'U' Evans Center Building 'Q' UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study: St. Croix Campus Classroom Utilization Rates across Campus* (Evenings: 4pm-10pm) *Available Spaces = all rooms with Hegis codes of 110 or 210. 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 8:00 AM 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 12:00 PM 1:00 PM 2:00 PM 3:00 PM 4:00 PM 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 8:00 PM 9:00 PM Availability Rate: Scheduled Spaces/Available Spaces* Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study: St. Croix Campus Classroom/Class Lab Occupancy Rate by Time of Day HEGIS Code Summary UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study 000 Unclassified Facilities 050 Inactive Area 060 Alteration or Conversion Area 070 Unfinished Area 100 Classroom Facilities 110 Classroom 110A General Classroom 110B Teaching Auditorium 110D Seminar Room 115 Classroom Service 115A Classroom Service 200 Laboratory Facilities 210 Class Laboratory 210A Teaching Laboratory 210B Computer Teaching Laboratory 210C Music Practice Room 215 Class Laboratory Service 215A Class Laboratory Service 220A Special Class Laboratory 225A Special Class Laboratory Service 230A Individual Study Laboratory 230C Autotutorial Room 235A Individual Study Laboratory Service 250A Non-Class Laboratory 255A Non-Class Laboratory Service 300 Office Facilities 310A General Administrative Office 310B Faculty Office 310C Staff Office 310E Support Office 310G Other Office 315A Office Service 315B Office Storage 315C Waiting/Interview Room 315E Work Room 315F Reception Room 315G Private Restroom 315H Computer Office Service 350A Conference Room (Office Related) 355A Conference Room Service (Office Related) 400 Study Facilities 410A Reading/Study Room 420A Library Stacks 430A Open Stack Reading Room 440A Processing Room 455A Study Service 500 Special Use Facilities 510 Armory 515 Armory Service 520A Athletic/Physical Education 520B Swimming Pool and Service Area 523A Athletic Facilities Spectator Seating 525A Athletic/Physical Education Service 530A Audio/Visual, Radio, TV 530B Photography and Visual Aids 535A Audio/Visual, Radio, TV Service 535B Photo-Darkroom 540 Clinic (Non-Health Professions) 545 Clinic Service (Non-Health Professions) 550 Demonstration 555 Demonstration Service 560A Field Building 570 Animal Quarters 575 Animal Quarters Service 580A Greenhouse 585A Greenhouse Service 590C Telephone Room 590E Other Supporting Facilities 590F Other Supporting Facilities Service HEGIS Code Summary UNIVERSITY OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Space Utilization Study 600 General Use Facilities 610A Auditorium or Theater 610B Chapel 615A Assembly Service 620A Exhibition or Gallery 625A Exhibition Service 630A Food Facilities 635A Food Facilities Service 650A Lounge 655A Lounge Service 660A Merchandising Facilities 665A Merchandising Facilities Service 670A Recreation 670B Student Activities 675A Recreation Service 680A Meeting Room 685A Meeting Room Service 690A Locker Room 700 Supporting Facilities 710A Data Processing/Computer 715A Data Processing/Computer Service 720A Shop 720B Printing Room 725A Shop Service 730A Storage 735A Storage Service 740A Vehicle Storage Facility 745A Vehicle Storage Facility Service 750A Central Food Stores 760A Central Laundry 800 Health Care Facilities 810A Patient Bedroom 820A Patient Bath 830A Nurse Station 840A Surgery 850A Treatment 860A Service Laboratory 870A Supplies 880A Public Waiting 895A Health Care Service 900 Residential Facilities 910A Living Quarters for Unmarried Persons 910B Residence for Single Persons 910C Sleeping Quarters for Institutional Caretakers 919A Toilet/Bath 920A Sleep/Study with Toilet/Bath 935A Sleep/Study Service 950A Apartment 955A Apartment Service 970A House