Hear update on ECC's projects at open house

Elgin Community College will host a community open house from 3 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 7 to provide updates on construction and renovation projects being funded by the passage of a $178 million bond referendum that voters approved in April 2009.

The event, one of two held annually, is designed to keep community members informed about project progress and maintain open lines of communication with Community College District 509 residents.

The open house will be held in the Fox Valley University and Business Center, 1700 Spartan Drive, Elgin.

Participants will learn about the progress of projects such as the Multipurpose Building, the Health Careers Center and the Academic Library and Learning Center. Photos and architectural renderings will be on display, with project architects and ECC staff members on hand to answer questions.

Also, representatives from the consulting firm assisting ECC with the development of its strategic business plan for the regional public safety training center will be present to discuss the project. The public can view the timeline to complete the strategic plan and see photos of similar training facilities developed by the firm.

Opportunities to learn about other renovation projects that include the Student Resource Center and campuswide infrastructure and parking lot upgrades will be available. The Master Plan Web site and project finances also will be discussed. More information can be found at elgin.edu/masterplan.