Area residents are invited to attend a public meeting on Wednesday, March 26 to provide input on the next Northwest College Facilities Master Plan. The meeting will be held in the Yellowstone Building Conference Center from 10-11 a.m.

State law requires NWC to update its Facilities Master Plan periodically, and the college has contracted with Evergreen Dwellings to create a plan to determine which projects should be prioritized over the next few years. Components of the plan include:

Building Improvement (major maintenance projects to repair or replace items that already exist in, or on a building for under $1.5 million)

Capital Renewal (modernizing mechanical systems for more than $1.5 million)

Capital Construction (new construction or major renovations exceeding $1.5 million)

Residence Life Housing (improvements to buildings used to house students)

Campus Grounds (landscaping, concrete, parking lots, and lighting on campus)

“A well-developed facilities master plan is more than just blueprints and a budget,” said NWC President Lisa Watson. “It’s a strategic vision that shapes the entire student experience, supports our academic programs and services, and guides a sustainable future for the college.”

Those unable to attend the public meeting in person are asked to consider submitting feedback online at nwc.edu/input. The deadline for submitting is April 4.

For more information, contact NWC Facilities Director Dennis Quillen at dennis.quillen@nwc.edu.