March 20-21, 2003

ITEM 118-2005-R0303   Authorization to Reroof Hedges South Dormitory; Montana State University-Bozeman

THAT:  Consistent with the provisions of MCA 18-2-102 (2) (b), the Board of Regents of Higher Education authorizes MSU-Bozeman to reroof Hedges South dormitory, at the MSU-Bozeman campus. The estimated cost for this project is $425,000.

EXPLANATION:  1. The Hedges South dormitory is located on the southwest side of the MSU Bozeman campus. The dormitory serves MSU students during the Fall and Spring semesters and conference attendees during the Summer semester. The existing roofing has leaked for three years and is at the point of failure.

2. This project will be funded with funds from Auxiliary Operations Revenue (Renewal and Replacement Budget) in excess of debt service obligations.

This project will be financed with non-state funds and will result in no new programs.