A meeting of the Physical Facilities Committee of the Board of Trustees convened at 9:46 a.m. on Friday, April 8, 2022, in Room 326 of Stewart Center on the campus of Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana.

All committee members were present: Gary Lehman, chair; Sonny Beck; Theresa Carter; Mark Gee; and Michael Klipsch. All other trustees were present: Michael Berghoff; JoAnn Brouillette; Vanessa Castagna; Malcolm DeKryger; and Don Thompson.

Officers and administrators in attendance were: Mitch Daniels, president; Jay Akridge, provost and executive vice president for academic affairs and diversity; Chris Ruhl, chief financial officer and treasurer; Steve Schultz, general counsel; Janice Indrutz, corporate secretary and senior executive assistant to the Board; Ron Elsenbaumer, chancellor, Purdue Fort Wayne (virtually); and Tom Keon, chancellor, Purdue Northwest.

Mr. Jay Wasson, associate vice president for Administrative Operations – Physical Facilities, respectfully requested approval to plan, finance, construct and award construction contracts for the Ross-Ade Stadium Renovation. He outlined the scope of the project, which would include construction of a pedestrian tunnel to enhance the safety of student-athletes, and additional seating in the south end zone with the expectation of increased revenue. Mr. Wasson estimated the project budget at $45,400,000, funded entirely by gift funds, with construction to be completed from November 2022 – August 2023.

Mr. Mike Bobinski, vice president and director of Intercollegiate Athletics, informed the Committee that the project arose from a study commissioned in 2018. He said the project would positively affect many constituent groups and help continue to move the football program in a positive direction. He shared that, because Purdue’s student attendance was second in the Big Ten, he was pleased that the plans to relocate the students section to the south end zone would cement the university’s appreciation for the students’ support of the football team. Trustee Lehman expressed his appreciation to Mr. Bobinski for the thought put forth to ensure the project would be done right. Trustee Klipsch reiterated that the new tunnel was critical and proactive from a safety perspective. Trustee Thompson recognized the donor participation to fund the project, to which Mr. Bobinski responded that Intercollegiate Athletics was very fortunate for its record fundraising through the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Bobinski expressed his gratitude to the donors, saying the project resonated loudly with them.

Upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Physical Facilities Committee voted unanimously to recommend full Board approval of the Ross-Ade Stadium Renovation. Supporting materials were filed with the minutes.

Mr. Wasson respectfully requested approval to plan, finance, construct and award construction contracts for the Mackey Arena Locker Rooms Renovation. He described the scope of the project and explained the ways in which the renovation would enhance the student-athlete experience and enhance the experience for patrons of the Wooden Club. Mr. Wasson estimated the project budget at $6,700,000, funded entirely by gift funds, with construction to be completed from March–September 2023.

Trustee Lehman remarked that the project was straightforward and said many things had changed since the last renovation of Mackey Arena 12-15 years ago. Trustee Klipsch pointed out that student-athletes spend more than just game days in the locker rooms, on which Mr. Bobinski elaborated.

Upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Physical Facilities Committee voted unanimously to recommend full Board approval of the Mackey Arena Locker Rooms Renovation. Supporting materials were filed with the minutes.

Mr. Wasson respectfully requested approval to plan, finance, construct and award construction contracts for the Zucrow High Speed Propulsion Lab. He informed the Committee that the project called for building a new, 54,500 square foot facility in the Discovery Park District to provide testing and research space in support of the National Security and Technology and Purdue Applied Research Institute initiatives as part of Purdue’s Next Moves. Mr. Wasson indicated that the project would promote additional research funding and provide for the creation of more than 140 new jobs. He estimated the project budget at $73,000,000, with construction to be completed from January 2023 – November 2024. Professor Robert Lucht, director of Zucrow Labs, explained the nature of Zucrow Labs and the need for the new facility. He said it would allow for the growth of research programs, elevate Purdue among its peers, contribute to the national economy, strengthen ties with Roll-

Royce, and provide research opportunities for 70-80 additional graduate students. Professor Steve Beaudoin, chair of the University Senate and director of the Purdue Energetics Research Center, added that the new facility would enable the next generation of scientists. President Daniels remarked that the Purdue’s “best in the world program would have the best in the world physical assets,” and the facility would be pivotal to the development of the Discovery Park District by creating partnerships and new investments that would make the entire campus even more attractive.

Upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Physical Facilities Committee voted unanimously to recommend full Board approval of the Zucrow High Speed Propulsion Lab project. Supporting materials were filed with the minutes.

Mr. Rob Wynkoop, associate vice president for Administrative Operations – Auxiliary Services, respectfully requested approval to sell 5.8 acres of land located at U.S. 231 and C.R. 800 South to the State of Indiana for the price of $64,800. He indicated that the Indiana Department of Transportation would utilize the land to improve traffic flow and safety the intersection, which would benefit the greater good. Trustee Lehman expressed his belief that the request was straightforward.

Upon proper motion duly made and seconded, the Physical Facilities Committee voted unanimously to recommend full Board approval to sell the land as proposed. Supporting materials were filed with the minutes.

V. FUTURE OF WORK UPDATES

Mr. Wynkoop updated the Committee on the status of renovation projects and proposed new projects that would address the changes in the way people work and live, including students, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. He reminded the Committee that the renovations of Schleman Hall and Stewart Center, projects previously approved by the Board, were now underway and that the projects would modernize the delivery of student services and decrease the number of private offices in favor of more collaboration spaces. Mr. Wynkoop said the projects were expected to be completed in April 2024.

Mr. Wynkoop also informed the Committee about a proposal brought forth by Dr. Beth McNeil, dean of Libraries and School of Information Studies, to relocate 1.7 million volumes to an off-campus book repository and repurpose 18,0000 square feet of library space for other library, classroom, and academic uses. Dean McNeil explained that this proposal would be part of the Libraries’ master plan currently being created, but this project could be completed early on.

Mr. Wynkoop also illustrated proposed new buildings for student housing within the current footprint of campus in order to address the growing enrollment. Trustee Klipsch remarked that new student housing buildings were of strategic importance in order to alleviate the need to lease third party space and because some of the dorms were very old and would need to be replaced at some point. Trustee Beck expressed his belief that there needed to be a new student housing project every year. President Daniels interjected that there had been a concentrated effort to encourage students to live on campus because they do better academically. Trustee Lehman wished to make it clear that the Board was committed to building dorms to meet the demand, saying “whatever it takes.”

Trustee Lehman also pointed out that University Hall was the oldest building on campus and asked for everyone’s thoughts on what could be done to repurpose the iconic building, and he said Heavilon Hall was coming to the end of its life as well. Mr. Wynkoop agreed that the buildings, including Grissom Hall, needed to be updated to meet modern needs.

Mr. Wynkoop’s presentation was for discussion only; no Committee action was required. A copy of the presentation was filed with the minutes.

VI. ADJOURNMENT

By consent, the meeting adjourned at 10:23 a.m.