FAQ - Building Renovations and IAQ Projects
Frequently Asked Questions
GENERAL QUESTIONS (top of page)
Project Title and Description
Projects and Planned Maintenance - See "Current Projects" for update.
All new and remodeled spaces will meet ADA requirements and current workstation design standards.
General Questions
Will anyone have to move during the building and renovations? Depends on project
How do these building and renovation projects support instruction and learning at Madison Area Technical College? These building projects will make it easier for teachers and support staff to do their jobs, which directly assists instruction across the college.
Will these projects directly interrupt instruction and learning? As with any large construction project, there may be unforeseen interruptions but plans are in place to minimize disruptions for staff and students.
Where can I learn more about upcoming projects? Visit the Madison College Facilities website at current projects
How does the College prioritize building projects and who decides which projects come first?
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All construction and remodeling projects are submitted through the same project request/review/approval/prioritization process, regardless of the type of request (instructional vs. support services). The exception would be in the case of a request being a code, safety or compliance issue, or if the request had a significant impact on instruction. Projects are prioritized first by the respective capital planning subcommittee and then by the District Capital Planning Committee. The College Council and Madison College Board ultimately approve all projects.
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The ratio of total dollars spent between instructional and support services since 1988 is approximately 85 percent instructional and 15 percent support services.
Will there be any interruption of business or services due to these renovations? Yes, individual employees or units in the midst of a move will be interrupted for 1-2 hours, but all campus locations will remain open for business.
PARKING AND ENTRY (top of page)
Will parking space be affected? Depends on project
Will building entrances be affected? Depends on project
OFFICE AND CUBICLE (top of page)
If I am being relocated because of the renovations, will I get to keep my phone number? Yes
At any point during my relocation, will I have to go without phone service or computer access? Yes, there will be a period of 1-2 hours during the move to and from surge areas.
If I am being relocated because of the renovations, will the location of my mailbox change too? Yes
Who can I contact directly in my department about relocation and renovations? Contact the department head or project designee in your department.
I will be relocated because of the renovations. Do I have any say about my new office/cubicle configuration? (e.g., location, file storage space, overhead bins, desk surface space, wall space, in my area.) and who can tell me what my space will be like? Each person will be contacted by the District Facility Designer to configure workstations prior to furniture order placement.
When will shared printers be moved and reconfigured for the relocating employees? During the department move.
Will my One Card work in my new location? Yes, your supervisor will arrange for One Card reconfigurations.
MOVING AND PACKING (top of page)
My office/work station is moving because of the renovations. How much time will I be given to pack and move? Most of the materials in your office will be moved on rolling carts and tote bins, not in boxes. The contents will be loaded onto carts that will be provided a few days before your move. The move will be completed by contract movers and the transition from your current office to your new location should be complete within 3 hours. Packing instructions
Will I be asked to clean my old space before I move to my new space? No, but you will be asked to remove all of your personal belongings.
Will there be movers available to help me pack and move my office? Packing and unpacking of items is the employee’s responsibility. Movers will move carts, totes and furniture.
Will moving supplies (totes, carts, labels, etc.) be provided for me? Yes.
Can I move my computer and other Madison College-owned equipment myself? No, Technology Services will move all computers, printers and phones.
MORE INFORMATION (top of page)
Who can I contact if I have more questions? Contact your department supervisor or Fred Brechlin, Associate Director/Professional Services Manager, Madison College Facility Services fbrechlin[at] matcmadison [dot] edu or call (608) 246-6837.
For any questions regarding IAQ work contact Wes Marquardt, Facility Engineering Manager, Madison College Facility Services wmarquardt[at] matcmadison [dot] edu or call (608) 243-4040.