Wednesday, February 15, 2012

Public Input Meetings regarding Hempstead HS Renovations


The Dubuque Community School District has taken the first steps in the planning efforts for completing the additions and renovations at Hempstead High School. It is the district’s desire and intent to involve the community and stakeholders in this effort and we would like to gather input from all interested individuals and groups.
FEH Associates Architects and Engineers of Dubuque has been selected as the design professional for this exciting work. They will be conducting a series of interviews and Public Design workshops on the Hempstead High School Campus. The design team will be working on site to gather input and develop the project space needs, designs, and schemes. The meetings are scheduled as follows:
Design Charrette Workshop No. 1A: Thursday February 23, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
            The day will be an open forum for input from all interested parties. There will be two formal meetings/presentations during the day at noon and 5:00 to allow people to hear about the project and the progress to date.
Design Charrette Workshop No. 1B: Friday February 24, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
            The day will be an open forum for input from all interested parties. There will be two formal meetings/presentations during the day at noon and 5:00 to allow people to hear about the project and the progress to date.
Design Charrette Workshop No. 2: Wednesday March 7, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
            The day will be an open forum for input from all interested parties. There will be two formal meetings/presentations during the day at noon and 6:00 to allow people to hear about the project and the progress to date. This is scheduled during Parent teacher conferences so please stop and see the progress and provide your input on the facility needs and opportunities.
Design Charrette Workshop No. 3A: Tuesday April 17, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
            The day will be an open forum for input from all interested parties. There will be two formal meetings/presentations during the day at noon and 5:00 to allow people to hear about the project and the progress to date.
Design Charrette Workshop No. 3B: Wednesday April 18, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
            The day will be an open forum for input from all interested parties. There will be one formal presentation during the day at noon to allow people to hear about the project and the progress to date.
Design Charrette Workshop No. 4A: Tuesday May 15, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
            The day will be an open forum for input from all interested parties. There will be two formal meetings/presentations during the day at noon and 5:00 to allow people to hear about the project and the progress to date.
Design Charrette Workshop No. 4B: Wednesday May 16, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
            The day will be an open forum for input from all interested parties. There will be two formal meetings/presentations during the day at noon and 5:00 to allow people to hear about the project and the progress to date.
We invite everyone to join these discussions even if you have only a few minutes to tell us your thoughts. Stakeholders are welcome to stay and provide input as many times as desired. The meetings will be held in the High School building. Just check in at the parking lot entry and visitors will be directed to the appropriate location.