Construction & Remodeling Projects Underway on Central Oregon Community College Bend & Redmond Campuses

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The majority of the construction funding comes from a $41.58-million bond measure approved by voters in 2009 and state funding.

The Technology Education Center, on the corner of Veterans Way and Salmon Drive in Redmond, will house technology-centered programs. Substantial completion was awarded on June 5, and the installation of furniture continues.

The opening date is September 2014.Planning has started for the Redmond Campus Solar Array Project. The State Legislature requires that 1.5 percent of construction funds be dedicated to solar technology. A ground-mounted 250-500 kilowatt solar array.

Three sites on the Redmond Campus have been prioritized.The Residence Hall project, expected to provide housing for approximately 330 students. The installations of the waterline and gas line are completed, and the majority of the electrical conduits are installed. The road and parking lot subgrades have been installed.

The building is scheduled to open summer of 2015.The remodel of Brightside Animal Center started July 7. Completion is expected by fall 2014.

The Ochoco Building, which was built in 1964, will be remodeled to house both the humanities and the world languages and cultures departments. Permit drawings are being changed to accommodate a phased permit procedure. The bid date is estimated to be Sept. 18. The building will be completed by fall of 2015.

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