UNIVERSITY COUNCIL PLANNING AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE FOR INFORMATION ONLY. Dirk de Boer, chair, planning and priorities committee

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1 AGENDA ITEM NO: 9.1 UNIVERSITY COUNCIL PLANNING AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE FOR INFORMATION ONLY PRESENTED BY: Dirk de Boer, chair, planning and priorities committee DATE OF MEETING: September 22, 2016 SUBJECT: COUNCIL ACTION: Report on University Lands and Capital Projects For information only CONTEXT AND BACKGROUND: The planning and priorities committee (PPC) is responsible to consider the main elements of the operating budget and capital budget and report to Council, and to advise the president and senior executive on operating and capital budgetary matters, including infrastructure and space allocation issues Each year, the committee or its capital and finance subcommittee is apprised by administration of capital items that encompass lands, infrastructure, preventative maintenance and renewal, new builds, space allocation, and capital strategies. DISCUSSION SUMMARY: At its meeting on June 15, the committee received a presentation from Greg Fowler, vicepresident finance and administration and Colin Tennent, associate vice-president, Facilities Management Division (FMD) on university lands and their development and major capital projects. Development of University Lands The university owns about 18% of the land in the city s core area and plans to strategically develop these lands using a phased approach in conjunction with the City of Saskatoon Growth Plan, which predicts population growth to half a million citizens over the next 30 to 40 years. Reviewing bridge connections, transit system corridors, and rapid transit options is part of this planning. Work has begun to rezone the university s core endowment lands in the northern part of the city to include residential lots. This is a longterm strategic development, with the potential to yield significant monies to the university. Over a 50-year period, the university could build an endowment on these lands of between $300 - $700 M depending on density and market values. Monies would be realized through development and long-term land leases, which will result in one-time revenues to establish endowments and also in ongoing commercial lease revenues. Among the U15 group of universities, the University of Saskatchewan holds lands whose

2 estimated value is higher than that of top five universities of this group, and yet has a land use income stream that is at the bottom of members of the U15. Major Capital Projects Funding for the new Collaborative Science Research Building has been approved by the federal government s Post-secondary Institutions Strategic Investment Fund. The building will be located in what is now the Biology garden area and used initially to rehouse faculty as the W.P. Thompson Building is renewed. Other capital projects include the childcare expansion project in the Williams Building to add an additional 23 childcare seats, bringing the total number of university childcare seats up to 113; the A and B wing renovations of the Health Sciences complex; the WCVM paddocks (drainage); ITEP renovations in the Education Building; the Prince Albert distributed learning site (Nursing & Arts and Science); and renovations to the Thorvaldson Building once the Health Sciences renovations are complete. The final phases of the Preston Crossing mall development are under construction. Planning is underway for the recently approved twin-pad ice facility to replace Rutherford Rink which will be situated alongside the Field House and will also include a basketball/volleyball gymnasium, the hotel development in the College Quarter, the livestock and forage centre of excellence; the purchase of additional research crop lands, and the possible rejuvenation of the Kenderdine Emma Lake campus. The northwest corner of College Quarter is planned to hold retail, commercial, residential (family housing) based on a mixed use village model. The concepts informing the development of the College Quarter are community, connection, and health support wellness. Additional information about the university s capital projects is available on the Facilities Management Division website at: Information about real estate and university property is found on the Corporate Administration website at:

3 University Land Development and Capital Projects University Council September 20, 2016

4 University Lands and their Development

5 Land-use planning Vision2057 Land is a critical resource to sustainable university success and growth Teaching and research excellence Competitive recruitment and retention Financial sustainability Environmental sustainability Improved community integration Enhanced partnerships

6 Land-use planning U of S lands are strategic 1,865 acres comprise nearly 18% of land within 5 km of downtown Saskatoon Judy

7 Land-use planning Vision2057: planning principles Land owned by university Long-term view Density Higher order transit Economic value Physical integration Types of use Architectural guidelines Design process

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10 U15 Canadian Universities Endowment Funds Institution 2014 Ranking Assets $ millions U of T 1 2, UBC 2 1, McGill 3 1, Alberta 4 1, Queens Income Stream (5%) $ millions U of S

11 Conclusions: Land Values & Endowment Funds U of S lands are the most valuable large base of undeveloped property in Saskatchewan Monetizing some U of S lands through development and long-term land leases will result in one-time revenues to establish an endowment and also in ongoing lease revenues Development of land is a long-term initiative; UBC has been developing their land base over the last 30 years Over a 50 year period we could build an endowment of between $300M-$700M depending on density and market values

12 Capital Projects

13 Collaborative Science Research Building Addresses imperative of advancing priorities for collaborative research space in disciplines such as biology, bioinformatics, agriculture, toxicology and engineering. Catalyst for intensive collaboration, innovation and development of partnerships Post-Secondary Institutions Strategic Investment Fund August 2016 Received confirmation of $30M in funding Space use is currently under discussion will ultimately increase research space inventory ~6,800 gross m² (5,700 m² GSM with 1,100 m² rooftop greenhouse) Estimated capital ($60 - $64 million), and operating ($914,000/year to $967,000/year)

14 College Quarter Ice Facility Project to provide a twin pad arena that enhances and fosters recreation and athletic excellence for both university students and the Saskatoon community. Location south of the Saskatoon Field House Seating capacity over 1,700 Huskies mens and womens dressing rooms for hockey and soccer Twelve dressing rooms for Campus Rec and community use

15 College Quarter Hotel Development Project to construct a 212 room hotel to provide amenities to the university and Saskatoon communities. Over 200 rooms Approximate 50% Holiday Inn Express and 50% Staybridge Suites Developer will build, own and operate building on land leased from the university Location directly north of Griffiths Stadium and ease of Stadium Parkade Will include its own parking facilities Construction start expected in October 2016

16 University Library Transformation Intended to be responsive to students demands and expectations and to provide a positive learning experience. To achieve this transformation, the library will deliver collections, services and physical space that meet students and faculty members needs and align with the educational and research goals of the university. University Library Master Plan Steering Committee Development of Closed Access Storage Space General Purpose Building

17 W.P. Thompson Building Renewal Comprehensive renovation to achieve modern research and teaching standards allowing for excellence in environmental education and research, while providing a safe and functional environment for students, staff and faculty 1 of the top 5 core campus buildings requiring renewal Highest number of critical deferred maintenance items Estimated capital cost: $30 million Estimated operating cost: Reduced due to increased energy efficiency

18 Other Capital Projects (approved or in the process of obtaining approval) Childcare Expansion Project Williams Building Expansion Health Sciences B Wing Renovations (underway) Health Sciences A Wing Renovations (planning) WCVM Paddocks Livestock Facility Project

19 Thank you