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Campus Bike Center Funding Letter
Associated Project(s):This proposal seeks to fund 50% of the cost of part-time shop manager position as transition assistance to become fully self-supporting. This grant will help the Campus Bike Project become a financially sound, self-sufficient, self-funded shop, where all operating costs are recouped through memberships and the sale of recycled refurbished bicycles, new and used parts and accessories. The Campus Bike project is a cooperative where students can learn how to repair and maintain their bike for transportation throughout the year. The campus bike project provides significant services toward increasing bicycle use on campus, and has received significant previous investment from F&S, the Committee and the Institute of Natural Resource Sustainability. The Student Sustainability Committee is in favor of funding a grant in the amount of $7,500.
Attached Files:- Sustainability committee award letter - Campus Bike Project.pdf
- Sustainability committee award letter - Campus Bike Project.docx
- SSC Final Allocation Approval - Campus Bike Project.pdf
- SSC Final Allocation Approval - Campus Bike Project.docx
- Campus Bike Project.pdf
- LOI - Campus Bike Project.pdf
- Response - Campus Bike Project.docx
Composting Feasibility Study
Associated Project(s):This proposal seeks to complete a feasibility study re: composting of campus food waste. The scope of work for this study includes evaluation of proposed composting sites and identification of the optimal location, specification of necessary site improvements, verification of analysis regarding program size and logistics and development of a program plan with capital equipment needs. This study will enable establishment of a food-waste program that will divert ~600 tons of foodwaste from the landfill annually (and accompanying methane and CO2 emissions), in support of the Illinois Climate Action Plan, and campus waste reduction goals. This project is also being supported by $7,400 funding from the Office of Sustainability. The Student Sustainability Committee is in favor of funding a grant in the amount of $15,000.
Attached Files:- Sustainability committee award letter - Composting Feasibility Study.pdf
- Sustainability committee award letter - Composting Feasibility Study.docx
- SSC Final Allocation Approval - Composting Feasibility Study.pdf
- SSC Final Allocation Approval - Composting Feasibility Study.docx
- Large_Scale_Food_Composting_Proposal.pdf
- 2011_SSC_DS_Compost_Calcs1_May2011.xls
- Composting Feasibility Study by Foth.docx
- 06FUND~1.PDF
Battery Recycling
Associated Project(s):Bike Sharing Feasibility Study
Associated Project(s):This proposal seeks to conduct a feasibility study off different options for implementing a bike-sharing program at the University of Illinois. A feasibility study for this project is a necessary step before implementation of a campus bike sharing project can be considered, in line with the Illinois Climate Action Plan. University bike-sharing programs exist in different forms across the country and the challenge is finding a model that will be highly used by students as well as being mostly self-sustaining. Committee funds will be used to support a half-time summer intern as well as for other expenses relevant to the study, with any unspent funds held for implementation of improvements to campus bicycle parking infrastructure. The Student Sustainability Committee is in favor of funding a grant in the amount of $10,000.
Attached Files:- Sustainability committee award letter - Bike Sharing Study.pdf
- Sustainability committee award letter - Bike Sharing Study.docx
- SSC Final Allocation Approval - Bike Sharing Study.pdf
- SSC Final Allocation Approval - Bike Sharing Study.docx
- Response - Bike Sharing.docx
- Bike Share Initiative.pdf
- LOI - Bike Share Initiative.pdf
Allerton Geothermal Project Funding Letter
Associated Project(s):This proposal seeks to install a geothermal system at the Evergreen lodge and Retreat Center. The Evergreen Lodge is a 2828 sq. ft. structure used as lodging facilities for retreat center guests. The installation will result in energy savings of ~ $2,000 annually and provide the University with experience in handling geothermal installations – none of which are currently installed at the University. This project is also being supported by grant funds from the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunities. Committee funds will be utilized for purchase and installation of equipment, such as a ground source heat pump unit, as well as drilling of borehole heat exchange pipes. Additionally, Allerton park has agreed to install an on-site educational display about geothermal energy. The Student Sustainability Committee is in favor of funding a grant in the amount of $18,000.
Attached Files:- Sustainability committee award letter - Allerton Geothermal Project.pdf
- Sustainability committee award letter - Allerton Geothermal Project.docx
- SSC Final Allocation Approval - Allerton Geothermal Project.pdf
- SSC Final Allocation Approval - Allerton Geothermal Project.docx
- Response - Allerton Geothermal_Feb 2010.doc
- Allerton Geothermal Letter of Inquiry_Dec 2009.pdf
- Allerton Geothermal Proposal.pdf
- Allerton Geothermal Proposal_April 2010.pdf
- Allerton_Geothermal_Update_6Apr11.doc
Tom Ferrarell volunteers to revamp the Weatherization project
Associated Project(s):Tom Ferrarell has agreed to work this summer to review and revamp the Weatherization project. Last year, the student intern, James Hoffer, focused his efforts on creating the attached Weatherization Manual. James worked for F&S under the supervision of Dean Henson, in Building Maintenance. Suhail provided the copy of the manual, the BRC checklist, and the sample audit forms for Tom to read through.
Attached Files:ECI's proposal to SSC for an Energy Dashboard
Associated Project(s):see file
Attached Files:Proposal from Instep
Associated Project(s):A proposal of the Energy Dashboard software license and installation, system integration and configuration, and on-site training from InStep was sent to Mike Marquissee on June 8, 2011.
Suhail Barot requests a meeting
Associated Project(s):-----Original Message-----
From: sfbarot@gmail.com [mailto:sfbarot@gmail.com] On Behalf Of Suhail Barot
Sent: Friday, May 27, 2011 1:29 PM
To: Henson, K Dean (Facilities & Services); Johnston, Morgan (Facilities & Services); Sweeney, Eva M (Facilities & Services)
Subject: Meeting Request re: student weatherization and building assessmentHi folks,
This spring, the SSC partnered with F&S on a student building weatherization assessment program. We had student teams coordinated by an intern (both paid) that worked to assess buildings and collect data. In the midst of the end of the semester, I'm not sure how much they did, or how useful it was, but I've requested information from the intern, James Hoffer, regarding all that.
I'd like to meet and discuss how this program should operate next term, sometime during mid- June. I've included Eva on this because she had some stuff that students could do re: lighting assessments.
Suhail Barot
M.Sc. Electrical Engineering, 2009. Graduate Student, Department of Urban and Regional Planning, Chair, Student Sustainability Committee, Treasurer, University YMCA Student Board, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Phone: 1-815-260-7961
Update from James Hoffer
Associated Project(s):---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: James Hoffer <jhoffer2@illinois.edu>
Date: Tue, May 17, 2011 at 11:04 AM
Subject: Project Completion Tasks
To: Suhail Barot <sbarot@illinois.edu>
Cc: Jennifer Koys <jennifer.koys@gmail.com>
Hi Suhail,
There are a couple of things that I wanted to ask you about regarding the completion of this portion of the project.
I have completed looking over the assessments I received. Only 5 of the houses were completed. The majority of the things found wrong with the houses were cleanliness/obstruction issues with vents and baseboards and window problems. I have left the lists of things that could be fixed on the F&S computer that I worked on and I will email it to Dean. I am not sure exactly what he will want to fix or leave alone, I still have to discuss with him.
This is not nearly as many houses as I wanted to get done, and I think this is simply because they ran out of time. I do not think this part was a failure though, as it will provide good insight to changes that need to be made in the future. One of the most important things will be to have hard deadlines for the teams to have completed their assessments by.
I have not received any more emails regarding my position next year. I do not know if you have talked with Hannah yet or decided what will happen. Next year there is a good chance that I will be at U of I and working for F&S on a different project. I believe it will be very easy for me to pass on the work to whoever you choose and help them get the feel for it. Please let me know when you have selected a person or if you would like me to select one. I will need to talk with them before the start of next semester.
I left the supply box on the table of the room in the YMCA.
Please inform as to what you would like me to do at this point.
Thanks,
James
2010 Summary Report for Campus Bike Project
Associated Project(s):This 2010 Campus Bike Project Annual Report was created by volunteers at The Bike Project of Urbana-Champaign.
Attached Files:Feasibility Study approved by SSC and CCRC
Associated Project(s):SSC confirmed funding of $15,000 for composting feasibility study 5/9/11. Study approved 5/12/11 by Chancellor’s Capital Review Committee (CCRC) with Fall 2011 completion target. Proposal requested from Retainer A/E Foth Engineering, which was also the A/E on the previous composting project before it was cancelled.
Funding request submitted to SSC for FY12
Associated Project(s):In Fall 2010, The Bike Project requested $7,500 in funding from SSC for 50% of a half-time shop manager. The SSC approved this request.
Composting project discussions continue
Associated Project(s):Meeting with SSC and F&S to confirm details of composting feasibility study scope. Kevin, Matt, and Morgan worked on completing the project request form. Kevin, Carl, and Tracy worked on detailing the transportation charges budget. Kevin also met with Dawn Aubrey about the food waste supply.
Matt Edmonson assigned as Capital Planner for study
Associated Project(s):Planning Division brought into discussion, so the project can get implemented. Matt Edmonson assigned as capital planner for the Food Waste Composting Feasibility Study.
James Hoffer, student intern, created building list file
Associated Project(s):James provided the attached list of buildings audited by student teams in FY11. Unfortunately, these audits were rushed and incomplete. There were many follow up discussions about paying the student teams as originally intended, and in the end the teams were not paid. This decision was coordinated by Mckenzie Beverage, the SSC Program Advisor, during FY12 and FY13.
Attached Files:Kevin Wolz discusses composting with various F&S representatives
Associated Project(s):Series of emails from Kevin Wolz with various F&S staff. Tracy was involved in discussions with Kevin about the waste container and truck options. Ryan Welch was involved in discussions with Kevin about the possibilities of using the Grounds landscape compost site and equipment.
Site Selection Committee formed
Associated Project(s):A Site Selection committee was formed to evaluate potential locations for the Solar Farm.
Kevin Wolz meets with F&S representatives
Associated Project(s):Kevin Wolz met with Carl Wegel & Tracy Osby to discuss compost pick-up & transportation