March 25-26, 2004
ITEM 122-1010-R0304��������������� Planning for New Futures Park; The University of Montana-Missoula
THAT:�������������������������������������� Consistent with the provisions of MCA 20-25-302, the Board of Regents of the Montana University System authorizes The University of Montana to imple�ment steps necessary plan a new Futures Park Facility for The College of Technology.� The schematic planning for this facility will not exceed $750,000.00 and will be financed with revenues from a federal grant for this purpose.
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EXPLANATION:����������������������� The Futures Park is conceptualized as a one-of-a-kind, sustainable college campus that: provides full-range, state-of-the-art education and training; demonstrates cutting-edge technologies; creates a one-stop community development center; and fosters economic development.� A vast array of business and industry stimulated program opportunities would be available in student-centered learning environment conducive to matching individual student skills and abilities with programs that meet present and futures needs of the community, business and industry.� Realizing the symbiotic relationship between education and business will allow students to maximize their potential and make contributions in a real world environment that builds a better future for themselves, their families and their communities.
This authority request is for an amount greater than $150,000, which requires the following additional information:
(a) Project Description:
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(b) Cost Estimate and Funding Sources:
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(c) Programs served, enrollment data, projected enrollments:
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(d) Space Utilization Data:
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(e) Projected use for available residual space:
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(f) Projected O&M Costs and proposed funding sources:
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