Western Illinois University Quad Cities FACILITIES. FY17 Planning and Accomplishments. Submitted by: William Brewer Director of Facilities Quad Cities

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1 Western Illinois University Quad Cities FACILITIES FY17 Planning and Accomplishments Submitted by: William Brewer Director of Facilities Quad Cities I. Accomplishments and Productivity for FY17 WIU-QC Facilities accomplished the following items as organized under goals advanced by the Quad Cities and Planning Fiscal Year 2016 Annual Report: Support expansion of academic programs and service operations Facilities staff continued to work with Realtor to assist in sale of the 60 th street property. We continued to monitor and insure continuous and appropriate operation of the WIU-QC 60 th Street location. Maintenance activities included various HVAC repairs, parking and exterior lighting repairs, roof maintenance, security monitoring, and tree trimming. We also assisted WIU-QC Technology staff with removal of technology equipment for ICN as they migrated to the QC Complex facility and coordinated with WIU- Macomb Facilities Management staff to repurpose existing emergency generator to that campus. In addition moved and installed existing data center cooling unit to QC Complex Bldg C to provide a redundant backup for data center in that building. Installed new computer to maintain building temperature control systems. Unit staff continued to troubleshoot and refine operations of Riverfront campus building systems. Steve Whan and Joe Ackerman managed several warranty repairs of QC Complex pumps and ventilation equipment. In addition, they were instrumental in repairing lighting controls in two Riverfront Hall classrooms. Staff has also provided installation and support for new building amenities including furniture, shelving, bulletin boards, art installation, and various departmental equipment. WIU-QC facilities managed external contractors at both 60 th Street and Riverfront campus to provide building security, waste management, electrical/hvac/ plumbing maintenance, elevator as well as other life safety inspections, and landscaping services. Steve Whan worked with Purchasing to improve language of service contracts based upon operational needs. Added window washing contract to provide that service and revised/rebid Security services contract.

2 Maintained WIU-QC vehicle fleet, including scheduling of service and washing. WIU-QC Facilities completed the following internal projects for fiscal year FY17: Facilitated repair of Riverfront Hall 203 office Planned and installed external directional and visitor parking signage. Facilitated resurfacing and striping of 34 th Street parking lot and restriping of East University Drive parking lot. Utilizing input from QC-ART committee and QC Tech, installed two projectors in QC Complex Bldg A & B corridors and art display system in QC Complex Increasing opportunities for student, faculty, and staff engagement The Riverfront campus facilities and operation activities afforded students learning opportunities via guest lecturing in CAS and Business classes. Steve Whan and crew continued the annual tradition of campus beautification at the Riverfront campus with Spring Cleanup and Fall We Care activities utilizing student, faculty and staff volunteers. Facilities staff continued to identify professional development opportunities to develop job-related skills and expertise. Bill Brewer completed recertification of his Asbestos Designer license, completed 30 hours of required education to maintain LEED AP certification and maintained State of Illinois architecture license by completing its continuing education requirement. Steve Whan actively serves on Civil Service Council and WIU Sustainability Committee. Steve Whan, Joe Ackerman and Ralph Turner completed their yearly pesticide training refresher. Joe Ackerman is a current participant in the Quad Cities Professional Development Networks Professional Supervisor certification program.

3 Increase community engagement, marketing, and public relations Staff assisted with campus/community events including, WQPTs Champagne on the Rocks, Brew HaHa, Imagination Station, Children s Therepy Network 5K run, various Student Services activities, and Quad City Open concession sales. Steve Whan served as the WU-QC project coordinator for Live United s 2016 Day of Caring. Community volunteers assisted facilities staff in various beautification activities at the Riverfront property. Facilities and Security staff provided room setups and event support ever increasing campus and community events. Bill Brewer served on the City of Moline s Special Event s Committee. WIU-QC Facilities conducted building tours for interested community members and organizations. Bill Brewer serves as a design advisor to Rivermont Collegiate as they develop and implement plans for a new residence hall focused on international students. Steve Whan assisting WQPT in planning of The Wall That Heals event slated for July. Support university planning to the best of our abilities Bill Brewer assisted in potential repack of WQPT signal planning and ongoing antenna relocation. WIU-QC facilities staff served on various WIU-QC operational and planning committees, QC-ART and Staff Coordination. Bill Brewer participated in WIU-Macomb Master Planning process as a member of the Implementation Team and ADA Advisory committees Increase entrepreneurial activities and maintain efficiency Instituted use of WIU-QC Facilities Calendar to better plan, track, communicate and integrate our activities with other campus operations. Successfully lobbied for removal of security budget as line item in Operations and Maintenance Budget to better monitor and fund associated campus costs.

4 II. III. IV. Budget Enhancement Outcomes for FY17: None Reductions for FY17: None Major Objectives and Productivity Measures for FY18 Facilities staff will strive to effectively integrate operations for our campus setting, paying particular attention to developing new operational protocols that promote both efficiency and quality of service. Work with Capital Development Board to continue Riverfront capital improvements once funding is unfrozen. Continue to coordinate and partner with external organizations to enhance or augment campus services and operations, including the coordination of Metrolink transportation services and active involvement in the City of Moline s development of property (The Mills) immediately to the west of the Riverfront site. V. Technology Goals and Objectives Quad Cities Facilities will actively support technology infrastructure projects including: Provide for flexible technology access and modifications in design and construction of all new Riverfront projects Support site access and point of presence of ICN at Riverfront campus Assist in documentation of all wiring closets, server racks and schematics of network equipment, and VoIP network for all QC facilities VI. VII. VIII. Internal Reallocations and Reorganizations, WIU-Macomb: None. Internal Reallocations and Reorganizations, WIU-Quad Cities: None. Reductions for FY18 Facilities staff will continue to look for ways to effectively maintain our campus with a reduced budget, including support of institutionally mandated budget policies.

5 IX. New Operating Resources: $ for Operations, Maintenance and Improvements of 60 th Street Facility prior to Sale (Courtesy Notification) - Current funding for QC Facilities does not include monies for facilities activities required at the 60 th Street site and a budget for this item is difficult to provide given indeterminate point of sale date. X. Facilities Requests: None. Questions about this Annual Report may be directed to: William Brewer University Architect and Director of Facilities Quad Cities x62253 WE-Brewer@wiu.edu