William H. Farquhar Middle School Modernization Feasibility Study Presentation

William H. Farquhar
Middle School
Modernization
Feasibility Study Presentation
March 30, 2011
Introductions
Ursula Hermann, Community Superintendent
Diane Morris, Principal, Farquhar Middle School
Angel Garcia, Assistant Director, Dept. of Transportation
Randolph Mussotte – Area Transportation Cluster Manager
Joyce Jessell, Acting Director, Division of Construction
Michael Shpur, Architect, Division of Construction
Ray Marhamati, Project Manager, Division of Construction
Adrienne Karamihas, Planner, Dept. of Facilities Management
James Song, Director, Dept. of Facilities Management
Presentation
Agenda
• Introductions
• Agenda
• Modernization Timeline
• Modernization Process
• Purpose of Feasibility Study
• Feasibility Study Schemes
• Modernization Approaches
• Relocation to Tilden Holding Center
• Impacts
• Questions
Modernization
Timeline
Feasibility Study
6/2011
*Planning (Design)
7/2011-6/2013
*Construction
7/2013-8/2015
*Pending funding approvals
Modernization
Process
• Complete feasibility study
• Architectural appointment (BOE Approval)
• Planning – Schematic (BOE Approval)
• Design Development
• Construction Document
• Bidding/Contract Award (BOE Approval)
• Relocate to holding center
Modernization
Process
• Construction
• Progress Meetings
• Inspections
• Move into modernized facility
• Occupancy
• Punchlist/Warranty
• BOE Inspection/Acceptance (BOE Approval)
• Re-Dedication
Feasibility Study
Purpose
• Evaluate existing conditions
• Explore possible alternatives
• Develop conceptual site and floor plans
• Conduct preliminary constructability reviews
• Develop cost models/budget/timeline
• Provide recommendations
Feasibility Study
Alternatives
Scheme A – Replacement building at rear of site
Scheme B – Demolish existing building and rebuild
at front of site
Scheme C – Renovate existing building and add-on
Scheme D – Replacement building at front of site in
phases
Scheme E – Replacement building at front of site
keeping existing gymnasium
Scheme A-Replacement at rear
Scheme B – Replacement at front
Scheme C-Renovate existing & add on
Scheme D-Replacement at front phased
Scheme E-Replacement at front, keep gym
Feasibility Study
Modernization Approaches
Option 1
Relocate to Tilden Holding Center
Option 2
On-site modernization
Option 3
Re-locatable classrooms on adjacent land
Option 4
Relocate to Broome
Option 5
Relocate to Fairland Holding Center
Modernization Approaches
Option 1 (Relocate to Tilden)
Pros:
Cons:
•
No compromise to programs
•
Relocation
•
No compromise to
safety/security
•
Transportation/Commute
•
No noise issues
•
No impact to schedule and
budget
•
No impact on parking/site
access
Modernization Approaches
Option 2 (On-site Modernization)
Pros:
Cons:
•
Stay on site
•
Longer duration of construction
•
Transportation/Commute
•
Cost more
•
Noise impact
•
No after-school activities
•
Impact on parking/site
access/traffic
•
Safety/security concerns
•
No opportunity for geothermal
system
•
No fields
Modernization Approaches
Option 3 (On-site with Relocatables)
Pros:
Cons:
•
Stay on site
•
Longer duration of construction
•
Transportation/Commute
•
Cost more
•
Noise impact
•
No after-school activities
•
Impact on parking/site
access/traffic
•
Safety/security concerns
•
No fields
•
Uncertainty of availability of
land
•
Impact on academic programs
without specialty spaces
Modernization Approaches
Option 4 (Relocate to Broome)
Pros:
•
Less distance to commute
Cons:
•
Not available
•
Existing condition – not a
school
Modernization Approaches
Option 5 (Relocate to Fairland)
Modernization Approaches
Option 5 (Relocate to Fairland)
Pros:
Cons:
•
No noise issues
•
Relocation
•
No impact to schedule and
budget
•
Impact on academic programs
without specialty spaces
•
Closer commute than Tilden
•
Small building not designed for
MS programs
•
Small fields without tennis
courts
•
Limited parking
Modernization Approaches
Option 5 (Relocate to Fairland)
Challenges
• Capacity
Fairland-510 vs. Farquhar 650
Will need 4-5 re-locatable classrooms
• Site is undersized with limited site amenities for middle school
program – parking, tennis courts, ballfields, and etc.
• Fairland has no specialty spaces
Gym/locker room, auxiliary gyms, science labs, computer labs,
music/instrumental music, art, guidance, administrative suite,
instructional media center, cafeteria
Transportation
Relocation to Tilden Holding Center
Transportation
Relocation to Tilden Holding Center
• All students will be provided with bus transportation.
• Travel distance from farthest pickup/drop off point –
Approximately 17.5 miles
• Travel time from farthest pickup/drop off point–
Approximately 1-1:10 hours travel time including pick
up/drop off time and traffic conditions
• Currently, there are 16 regular and 2 special buses.
• Proposes adding 2 additional buses to minimize travel time
• School starting and release time may be adjusted
Impacts
Relocation to Tilden Holding Center
• Longer commute for students – bus transportation
• Longer commute for parents dropping off/picking up
students and participating in the after-school
activities
• Parents need to make adjustments for before and
after activities, i.e. siblings in ES & HS, daycare, and
etc.
• Limited opportunities for after-school activities
Questions
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