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Table of Contents

Executive Summary ...................................................................................................................................... 2

Strategic Growth for ACC .......................................................................................................................... 2

Workforce and Economic Development for Alamance County ................................................................. 2

Student Interest and Accessibility ............................................................................................................. 3

Labor Market Projections .......................................................................................................................... 3

Program Recommendations ..................................................................................................................... 3

Site Analysis (Advantages and Disadvantages) ........................................................................................ 3

Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 6

Strategic Growth for ACC .......................................................................................................................... 6

Workforce and Economic Development for Alamance County ................................................................. 6

Student Interest and Accessibility ............................................................................................................. 7

Labor Market Projections .......................................................................................................................... 7

Program Opportunities ................................................................................................................................ 7

Workforce Development/Continuing Education Classes........................................................................... 7

Corporate Education/Customized Training Classes .................................................................................. 8

Small Business Center ............................................................................................................................... 8

Curriculum Programs ................................................................................................................................ 9

Labor Market Projections........................................................................................................................... 10

Program Themes by Location .................................................................................................................... 10

West Burlington ...................................................................................................................................... 10

Mebane ................................................................................................................................................... 13

Analyses and Evaluation ............................................................................................................................ 15

Site 1 - Mebane Land Purchase .................................................................................................................. 21

Site 2 - Mebane Compass Pointe ................................................................................................................ 28

Site 3 - Mebane Downtown / White Furniture Building .................................................................................... 35

Site 4 - Burlington/Elon Multi-Use Facility ..................................................................................................... 41

Site 5 - Holly Hill Mall and Business Center .................................................................................................. 48

Site 6 - Downtown Building ......................................................................................................................... 54

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Feasibility Study

Satellite Locations

Executive Summary

Alamance Community College (ACC) is poised for growth, continuing to expand and progress through

community partnerships with K-12, higher education, government, non-profits, and business and industry

in order to provide optimal 21st century learning opportunities. Initiative 2.1 of the ACC 2014 – 2016

Strategic Plan called for a review and update of the Facility Program and Strategic Master Plan (FPSMP) in

order to effectively leverage future growth. This plan was approved by the ACC Board of Trustees in

January 2016.

A significant component of this initiative consisted of an analysis of population, employment, and

enrollment trends to determine and project future facility needs. As a result, the FPSMP was revised and

updated, an iterative process that will be repeated over the next 10 to 20 years as conditions change and

circumstances warrant.

Following the FPSMP, the College researched the feasibility of developing one or more satellite locations

in Alamance County. This document is a summary of ACC’s Feasibility Study and addresses the following

key points:

Strategic Growth for ACC

Workforce and Economic Development for Alamance County

Student Interest and Accessibility

Labor Market Projections

Programming Opportunities

Financial Investment and ROI


ACC has the obligation to expand its reach throughout Alamance County to best serve its customer base.

Opportunities exist to establish one or more satellite locations to better serve stakeholders in the eastern

and western parts of the County. Extensions of ACC’s Curriculum, Corporate Education, Small Business

Center and Workforce Development/Continuing Education Divisions would make available a variety of

instructional and support services in the east and west including course offerings (based on labor market

projections) in college transfer, professional business services, health care and health care support

programs.


In order for Alamance Community College to most effectively serve its stakeholders, it must plan for

future growth in the eastern and western parts of the County. Mebane’s population is projected to grow

6.9% from 2015 – 2020 and more than double by the year 2035. Burlington’s population, also on a

positive trajectory, is projected to grow 3.8% from 2015 – 2020. In addition, ACC is projected to

experience a 16% increase in student population over the next ten years, while regional employment is

predicted to grow nearly 12%. Through the addition of one or more satellite locations, the College will be

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better equipped to provide quality programs and services to support 21st workforce development needs

that undergird economic development.

Student Interest and Accessibility It has become evident to the College that a significant number of students residing in the eastern and

western parts of Alamance County are being served by neighboring community colleges. Further, to the

best the College can discern, students who migrate to these neighboring institutions pursue programs

and classes that are available at ACC. Locations in the eastern and western parts of the County will

ensure that the College is more accessible to that population and circumvent the loss of students and

FTE.


Labor market projections were reviewed from various sources including Economic Modeling Specialists

International (EMSI), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, North Carolina Community College System

(NCCCS), NCWorks 2016 Employer Needs Survey, 2017 North Carolina Employment Projections Report

(from the Labor and Economic Analysis Division of the N.C. Department of Commerce) and the Piedmont

Triad Alignment Strategy (identify workforce needs and establish pipelines).

Program Recommendations

Upon review of the data, the following anchor and support programs align with Piedmont-Triad Region

labor market projections through the year 2026.

Mebane

A selection of professional business services programs (e.g. accounting, business management,

human resources management, information technology, marketing and finance) would anchor

the Mebane facility. This program mix is consistent with Piedmont-Triad Region labor market

projections indicating that 4,593 new jobs in professional business services occupations will be

added over a ten-year period (2016 – 2026).

Burlington

A selection of health care programs (e.g. home health care, nursing, diagnostic testing, medical

auditing, health information technology, healthcare management) would anchor the Burlington

facility. This program mix is consistent with Piedmont-Triad Region labor market projections

indicating that 13,040 new jobs in health care will be added over a ten-year period (2016 – 2026).

Site Analysis (Advantages and Disadvantages)

Six sites were evaluated in total (3 east and 3 west). Characteristics such as accessibility, parking,

capacity, proximity to potential partners (i.e. education, non-profit, business and industry) opportunity for

future expansion and cost (construction and operating) were all considered. The table below provides a

brief summary of the six locations.

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Site Analysis At-A-Glance

Note: M=Mebane, B=Burlington

Site M1: Mebane Land Purchase

Some advantages of this site include that the College could build a scalable facility to meet its current and

future needs. This location would be in close proximity to Interstates 85/40, numerous businesses,

restaurants, retail and housing communities. A disadvantage is that the facility is estimated to cost

approximately $14.3M. Currently, the College does not have the funds required to support this option

unless it were to reallocate funding earmarked for future buildings on the main campus.

Site M2: Mebane Compass Pointe

An advantage of this site includes that it is in close proximity to Interstates 85/40, numerous businesses,

restaurants, retail and housing communities. A disadvantage is that the capacity (3,200 sq. ft.) is limited

and allows no room for future expansion.

Site M3: Mebane Downtown/White Furniture Building

Some advantages of this site are that it is in close proximity to downtown, numerous businesses,

restaurants, retail and housing communities. This option would also provide adequate space as well as

provide room for future expansion. A disadvantage to this option is that parking will be a challenge. The

College would have to work with the City of Mebane to address this limitation.

Site B4: Burlington/Elon Multi-Use Facility

An important advantage of this site is that it would be new construction affording the College the

opportunity to be involved in the design phase of creating an optimal space for 21st century teaching and

learning. This option would also provide adequate space as well as provide room for future expansion up

to 10,000 sq. ft. Additional advantages of this site are that the facility would provide adequate parking

and would be in close proximity to two active shopping centers (University Commons and Alamance

Crossing) and numerous restaurants and housing communities.

Site B5: Holly Hill Mall and Business Center

Advantages of this site are that the facility could be developed in stages in order to allow for future

expansion up to 15,000 sq. ft. In addition, the facility would be located in a highly visible and high-traffic

area in close proximity to numerous businesses, restaurants, retail and housing communities. Finally, a

Call Center is scheduled to locate to this facility and employ approximately 500 people. A possible

disadvantage of this location is the uncertainty of future tenants and their compatibility with the College’s

programs and services.

Site Build or

Lease

Sq. Ft. Inst. Spaces

Projected FTE

Revenue

One-time Costs

Annual Operating

Costs

Annual Inst. and Stud.

Supp. Costs

Benefit to Cost Ratio

Projected Date of

Occupancy

M1 Build 50,000 17 $1,625,625 $14,307,290 $412,980 $702,956 2.30 to 1 Aug 2020

M2 Lease 3,200 2 $0,191,250 $00,347,700 $112,500 $113,005 1.70 to 1 Aug 2018

M3 Lease 9,523 5 $0,478,125 $00,414,296 $279,602 $192,064 2.49 to 1 Aug 2019

B4 Lease 4,000 3 $0,286,875 $00,288,915 $130,600 $139,358 2.06 to 1 Jan 2019

B5 Lease 13,600 6 $0,573,750 $01,179,877 $356,488 $218,416 2.63 to 1 Jan 2019

B6 Lease 1,700 2 $0,191,250 $00,246,615 $051,831 $113,005 1.70 to 1 Aug 2018

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Site B6: Burlington Downtown

This site is the least viable option of the three for a West Burlington location. Initially, it appeared that

the facility had available approximately 3,000 sq. ft. Unfortunately, the space is limited to 1,700 sq. ft.

This very limited capacity (1,700 sq. ft.) would not support even the most minimal college programs

and/or services.

Following is the complete Feasibility Study with the corresponding Evaluation Documents.

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Introduction

Alamance Community College (ACC) is poised for growth, continuing to expand and progress through

strategic partnerships with higher education, government, non-profits, business and industry, and the

public school system. Initiative 2.1 of the ACC 2014 – 2016 Strategic Plan called for a review and update

of the Facility Program and Strategic Master Plan (FPSMP) in order to effectively leverage future growth.

This plan was approved by the ACC Board of Trustees in January 2015. In April 2015, the College

contracted with Clark Patterson Lee Design Professionals (CPL) to assist with the review and revision of

the Plan. Throughout the next year, CPL led a collaborative and comprehensive program and facilities

review that included students, faculty, staff and community partners. Participants were provided the

opportunity to share and discuss their ideas as to how ACC could be transformed over the next 10 to 20

years. A significant component of this review consisted of an analysis of population, employment, and

enrollment trends to determine and project future facility needs. As a result, the FPSMP was revised and

updated, an iterative process that will be repeated over the next 10 to 20 years as conditions change and

circumstances warrant.

Following the FPSMP, the College researched the feasibility of developing one or more satellite locations

in Alamance County. This document is a summary of ACC’s Preliminary Feasibility Review and addresses

the following key points:



Student Interest and Accessibility


Programming Opportunities

Financial Investment and ROI


ACC has the obligation to expand its reach throughout Alamance County to best serve its customer base.

Opportunities exist to establish one or more satellite locations to better serve stakeholders in the eastern

and western parts of the County. Extensions of ACC’s Curriculum, Corporate Education, Small Business

Center and Workforce Development/Continuing Education Divisions would make available a variety of

instructional and support services in the east and west including course offerings (based on labor market

projections) in professional business services, health care and health care support programs.


In order for Alamance Community College to most effectively serve its stakeholders, it must plan for

future growth in the eastern and western parts of the County. Mebane’s population is projected to grow

6.9% from 2015 – 2020 and more than double by the year 2035. Burlington’s population, also on a

positive trajectory, is projected to grow 3.8% from 2015 – 2020. In addition, ACC is projected to

experience a 16% increase in student population over the next ten years, while regional employment is

predicted to grow nearly 12%. Through the addition of one or more satellite locations, the College will be

better equipped to provide quality programs and services to support 21st workforce development needs

that undergird economic development.

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Student Interest and Accessibility It has become evident to the College that a significant number of students residing in the eastern and

western parts of Alamance County are being served by neighboring community colleges. Further, to the

best the College can discern, students who migrate to these neighboring institutions pursue programs

and classes that are available at ACC. Locations in the eastern and western parts of the County will

ensure that the College is more accessible to that population and circumvent the loss of students and

FTE.


Labor market projections were reviewed from various sources including Economic Modeling Specialists

International (EMSI), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, North Carolina Community College System

(NCCCS), NCWorks 2016 Employer Needs Survey, 2017 North Carolina Employment Projections Report

(from the Labor and Economic Analysis Division of the N.C. Department of Commerce) and the Piedmont

Triad Alignment Strategy (identify workforce needs and establish pipelines).

Program Opportunities

Workforce Development/Continuing Education Classes Workforce Development/Continuing Education courses consist of short-term, non-credit, non-degree

courses and programs designed to meet the needs of a diverse adult community.

An individual might take a Workforce Development/Continuing Education course to:

finish high school

acquire or improve specific job skills

learn how to use a computer

complete course work for professional certification

learn Spanish or English

become a notary public, a firefighter, an EMT, or a paramedic

learn how to paint, sew, decorate a cake or a room, upholster, or dance

Courses are developed at the request of the general public, local industry, or community organizations.

Continuing education courses tend to be of short duration (from one day to ten weeks or longer). All of

the courses are designed to offer convenience and quality instruction at a reasonable cost. These courses

begin and end throughout the year.

The following Workforce Development/Continuing Education courses are currently among the most

popular with local business and industry.

Preparation Course - Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Exam

Lean Six Sigma Series

*Partnership between ACC and North Carolina State University (NCSU)

Workplace Cultures: Creating a Customer-Centered Environment

Supply Chain Engineering and Logistics Certification

*Partnership between ACC and University of Tennessee Knoxville

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Corporate Education/Customized Training Classes

For more than 50 years, North Carolina’s community colleges have supported business and industry with

customized training. North Carolina was the first in the nation to deliver company-specific instruction as a

component of the state’s economic development efforts. Today, North Carolina continues this strong

tradition through collaborative partnerships. Companies require continual access to a talented and

qualified workforce. ACC’s Customized Training Program is designed to train that workforce to exhibit the

productive and innovative culture for which organizations are known.

ACC’s Customized Training Program supports North Carolina’s economic development efforts by

providing education & training opportunities for eligible businesses and industries. The program is

designed to react quickly to the needs of business and industry.

To receive grant-funded training assistance, business must demonstrate two or more of the following

criteria:

Business is making an appreciable capital investment

Business is deploying new technology

Business is creating jobs, expanding an existing workforce, or enhancing productivity and

profitability of the operations within the State

The skills of the workers will be enhanced by the assistance

Eligible businesses include the following:

Manufacturing

Customer support centers

Regional or national warehousing

Distribution centers

Technology intensive (Information Technology, Life Sciences)

Air courier services

National headquarters with operations outside North Carolina

Civil Service employees providing technical support to US military installations in North Carolina

Small Business Center

Through ACC’s Small Business Center (SBC), business owners can access a variety of resources and tools

that are proven to help businesses prosper. The SBC offers confidential business counseling, online

learning options and specialized workshops designed to help small businesses succeed.

The SBC is staffed and structured to train, educate, develop and support small business and

entrepreneurship throughout the community. The Center helps current and aspiring business owners

develop and grow the critical skills that are vital for business expansion and sustainability.

Workshops are routinely delivered to address the following key topics:

Accounting

Bookkeeping (certificate program)

Business modeling and lean development

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Emotional intelligence development for better business and career performance

Entrepreneurship (certificate program)

Expanding operations or opening new locations

Finance

Financial literacy

Intellectual property

Launching new enterprises

Leadership (certificate program)

Marketing, branding and social media

Marketing (certificate program)

Negotiation skill development

Opening a franchise

Overcoming academic obstacles and challenges

Purchase of an existing business

Recognizing opportunities based on your vision

Selling an existing business

Time management skill development

Turning around an existing business

Venture Highway (entrepreneurial development)

Curriculum Programs

ACC offers nearly 30 (for credit) curriculum programs in the areas of Arts and Sciences, Health and Public

Services and Business and Industrial Technologies. In most cases, pathways are available at the certificate

(12 – 18 credit hours), diploma (36 – 48 credit hours) and degree (64 – 76 credit hours) levels. Designed

as “stackable credentials,” many programs have the option for students to step out and reenroll at

specific exit/entry points throughout the respective course of study. Following is a list of possible

curriculum offerings for potential satellite locations:

Accounting

Business Administration

Criminal Justice Technology – Forensic Science

General Education

IT Business Support

IT Mobile Application Developer

IT Programming

IT Systems Security (Cyber Security)

IT Web Administration and Design

Marketing

Medical Office Administration

Medical Office Administration – Medical Auditor

Office Administration

University Transfer

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ACC Administration has reviewed numerous sources related to labor market projections including

Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI), the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, North Carolina

Community College System (NCCCS), NCWorks 2016 Employer Needs Survey, 2017 North Carolina

Employment Projections Report (from the Labor and Economic Analysis Division of the N.C. Department

of Commerce) and the Piedmont Triad Alignment Strategy (identify workforce needs and establish

pipelines).

Program Themes by Location

Upon review of the data, the College recommends the following anchor and supplemental programs for

each potential location.

West Burlington

Anchor Programs

For a West Burlington location, ACC Administration recommends a combination of health care programs

to anchor the facility. This recommendation is consistent with regional labor market projections

indicating that 13,040 new jobs in health care will be added over a ten-year period (2016 – 2026). The

following table outlines occupations projected to be in high demand.

Piedmont-Triad Region Labor Market Projections (2016 – 2026) – Health Care and Health Care Support

Occupation Projected Growth Projected Net New Jobs Median Wage

Home Health Care 15.6% 3,169 $10.02

Registered Nurses 16.8% 2,632 $28.58

Misc. Health Care Support 22.1% 1,618 $14.71

Clinical Laboratory Technologists 37.2% 1,265 $22.64

Diagnostic Related Technologists 27.5% 667 $28.71

Licensed Practical Nurses 16.6% 481 $20.41

Currently, ACC offers the following health care programs through its curriculum (for-credit) division.

Dental Assisting

Histotechnology

Medical Assisting

Medical Laboratory Technology

Nurse Aide

Nursing

In addition to the above, supporting programs are available in Accounting, Business Administration,

Information Technology, Medical Auditing and Medical Office Administration. These programs offer

stackable options at the certificate, diploma and degree levels.

Initially, the College would create pathways for entry into a subset of the above programs that could then

be completed on the main campus. Moving forward, the College would offer one or more programs (in

their entirety) at this facility.

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Supplemental Programs

In addition to the health care programs referenced above, ACC Administration recommends that a

selection of University Transfer courses be available at the facility. This recommendation is supported by

the following.

1) It has become evident to the College that a significant number of students residing in the eastern

and western parts of Alamance County are being served by neighboring community colleges.

Further, to the best the College can discern, students who migrate to these neighboring

institutions pursue programs and classes that are available at ACC. Locations in the eastern and

western parts of the County will ensure that the College is more accessible to that population and

circumvent the loss of students and FTE.

Note that by retaining only a percentage of these students on a half-time basis, the College would

earn roughly 36 FTEs, which equates to approximately $180,000 in funding.

2) By offering General Education/University Transfer courses at a West Burlington location, the

College would attract more Career and College Promise (CCP) students from Western Alamance

and Williams High Schools. Currently, eligible students from Western Alamance take classes at

Elon University, as it is more convenient in terms of proximity. Clover Garden School, located in

Western Alamance County, could also utilize this facility for CCP classes.

In addition to eligible CCP students, the College would offer University Transfer classes to the

general public (day, evening and weekends).

Note that a typical CCP class of 12 will generate roughly 1 FTE, which equates to approximately

$5,000 in funding. Six classes per year will generate approximately $30,000 in funding. A typical

University Transfer class of 20 will generate roughly 2 FTEs, which equates to approximately

$10,000 in funding. Twelve classes per year will generate approximately $120,000 in funding.

This equates to a combined $150,000 annually.

Future Programs

The 2017 North Carolina Employment Projections Report indicates that Health Care and Social Assistance,

NC’s largest industry by employment, is projected to add 135,000 jobs from 2014 – 2024. In addition, a

2014 Economic Impact/Gap Analysis conducted by Economic Modeling Specialists International (EMSI)

indicates that the economy of the region served by is primarily driven by the Health Care and Social

Assistance, Retail Trade, and Manufacturing Industries. Health Care and Social Assistance and Retail

Trade are projected to grow through 2023. In order to meet this demand, the College is researching the

feasibility of adding one or more curriculum programs in the following:

Human Services Technology

The Human Services Technology/Social Services concentration prepares students for direct

service delivery work in social service agencies. The curriculum enables students to link theory

and practice through interactive classroom activities developing a skill-based academic

foundation. Course work includes the history of the social service movement, ethical issues, case

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management, diversity issues, law in the practice of social work, and community resources.

Students also gain skills in interviewing and counseling techniques. Graduates should qualify for

employment with local, county, state, and federal government social service agencies.

Employment includes family and child assistance, rehabilitation health services, medical

assistance, youth services, aging, and developmentally disabled programs in public and private

settings.

Healthcare Management Technology

The Healthcare Management Technology curriculum prepares individuals for employment in

healthcare business and financial operations in areas such as general healthcare management,

entrepreneurship, and long-term care. Course work includes medical office management,

financial management, legal aspects of healthcare, medical insurance and billing analysis, and

other topics depending on the subject area selected within this curriculum. Graduates should

qualify for employment opportunities in a variety of healthcare settings including hospitals,

medical offices, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities, and insurance companies. Industry

recognized certifications may be available for graduates with work experience.

Health Information Technology

The Health Information Technology curriculum provides individuals with the knowledge and skills

to process, analyze, abstract, compile, maintain, manage, and report health information.

Students will supervise departmental functions; classify, code, and index diagnoses and

procedures; coordinate information for cost control, quality management, statistics, marketing,

and planning; monitor governmental and non-governmental standards; facilitate research; and

design system controls to monitor patient information security. Graduates of this program may

be eligible to write the national certification examination to become a Registered Health

Information Technician (RHIT). Employment opportunities include hospitals, rehabilitation

facilities, nursing homes, health insurance organizations, outpatient clinics, physicians’ offices,

hospice, and mental health facilities.

Healthcare Business Informatics

The Healthcare Business Informatics curriculum prepares individuals for employment as

specialists in installation, data management, data archiving/retrieval, system design and support,

and computer training for medical information systems. Students learn about the field through

multidisciplinary coursework including the study of terminology relating to informatics, systems

analysis, networking technology, computer/network security, data warehousing, archiving and

retrieval of information, and healthcare computer infrastructure support. Graduates should

qualify for employment as database/data warehouse analysts, technical support professionals,

informatics technology professionals, systems analysts, networking and security technicians, and

computer maintenance professionals in the healthcare field.

Expanded facilities in close proximity to Alamance County’s primary health care providers will enable the

College to grow in order to meet the current and future demands for projected health care and social

assistance jobs through the year 2024 and beyond.

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Mebane

Anchor Programs

For a Mebane location, ACC Administration recommends a combination of professional accounting,

business, information technology and finance classes to anchor the facility. This recommendation is

consistent with regional labor market projections indicating that 4,593 new jobs in management,

business, information technology and finance occupations over a ten-year period (2016 – 2026). The

following table outlines occupations projected to be in high demand.

Piedmont-Triad Region Labor Market Projections (2016 – 2026) – Professional Business Services

Occupation Projected Growth Projected Net New Jobs Median Wage

Information Technology 12.8% 1,155 $35.86

General and Operations Managers 6.5% 586 $51.82

Accountants and Auditors 8.1% 356 $31.14

Human Resources Workers 12.3% 333 $25.06

Market Research Analysts 12.8% 253 $30.12

Management Analysts 9.3% 150 $32.25

Property and Real Estate 26.7% 95 $30.53

Miscellaneous Managers 6.6% 87 $50.23

Currently, ACC offers the following business and technology programs through its curriculum (for-credit)

division.

Accounting

Business Administration

Human Resource Management

IT Business Support

IT Mobile Application Developer

IT Programming

IT Systems Security (Cyber Security)

IT Web Administration and Design

Marketing

In addition to the above curriculum programs, the College offers several business and technology courses

through its Workforce Development/Continuing Education Division. These short-term skills-specific

classes provide current and future business professionals the opportunity to build upon their existing

knowledge base in order to maintain a competitive advantage in their respective disciplines. Following is

a list of sample courses.

Accounting Fundamentals

Personal Finance and Investments

Preparation Course - Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Exam

Lean Six Sigma

Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certification prep

Microsoft Applications

SAS Programming

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Practical Application of Microsoft Project

Leadership

Supervision

Real Estate

Real Estate Math

Real Estate Provisional Broker

Supplemental Programs

In addition to the health care programs referenced above, ACC Administration recommends that a

selection of University Transfer courses be available at the facility. This recommendation is supported by

the fact that a significant number of Alamance County residents attend community college outside of

ACC’s service area - the top colleges being those located to the east and west of Alamance County. The

majority of these students are enrolled in General Education classes (e.g. Associate in Arts, Associate in

Science) that are offered at ACC.

Note that by retaining only a percentage of these students on a half-time basis, the College would earn

roughly 36 FTEs, which equates to approximately $180,000 in funding.

Given the projected population growth in Mebane (more than doubling by 2035), its strategic location on

the eastern edge of Alamance County, the number of leading industries there (14 – approximate $350M

investment), and the number of new jobs (4,640) forecast for the area by 2035, there are compelling

interests for locating a satellite location in Mebane. In addition, ACC is projected to experience a 16%

increase in student population over the next ten years, while regional employment is predicted to grow

nearly 12%.

Expanded facilities in close proximity to the City of Mebane’s business and industrial hubs will enable the

College to grow in order to meet the current and future demands for management, business, information

technology and finance occupations through the year 2024 and beyond. As the region adds new jobs and

employment opportunities increase, ACC will play a prominent role in promoting the county’s economic

growth and the preparation of students for success in the twenty-first century workforce.

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Analyses and Evaluation

Attached to this document are complete Evaluation Documents (Analyses) for the following six potential

satellite locations throughout Alamance County.

Site 1: Mebane Land Purchase

Site 2: Mebane Compass Pointe

Site 3: Mebane Downtown/White Furniture Building

Site 4: Burlington/Elon Multi-Use Facility

Site 5: Holly Hill Mall and Business Center

Site 6: Burlington Downtown

The following information is provided for each location.

General Satellite Description

Location Analysis

Property/Facility and Operations Analysis

Adequate State and Local Financial Support – Cost and Quality

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Off-Campus Center Location Evaluation Document

I. General Satellite Description

A. Site Location : Site 1 - Mebane Land Purchase

Description: Purchase of 4.01 acres on Lowes Boulevard in Mebane, adjacent to I-40/I-85, directly behind Lowes Home Improvement. The site is located on the main Highway 119 thoroughfare, directly accessible from the Interstate I-40/1-85 Highway 119 exit. The location is in a budding area, surrounded by continued growth in retail, restaurants, business, etc. This option would also necessitate construction of an approximate 50,000 sq. ft. building at approximately $250 per sq. ft. to house ACC training and educational programs.

B. Referenced in "Facility Master Plan": A Mebane Location – YES

Narrative: Create a highly visible satellite location for the College in the Mebane area. Execute planning for a Satellite location in Mebane. Evaluate real estate options as they relate to accommodating program growth, as well as business and industry needs in this area.

C. Property Availability: YES

Statement: The College can acquire the property at any time, and has an "Offer to Sale" (9/27/17) for $803,000, along with a "dirt stockpile" for an additional $45,000. The property is located on State Road 119 (Lowes Boulevard) just off I-40 / I-85 in Mebane

II. Location Analysis

A. Demographics

Does an adequate population and workforce base exist to support the operation? Yes

Proposed Site Alamance County

- Population estimate as of July 1, 2016 14,117 159,688

- Population census as of April 1, 2010 11,372 151,131

- Population change 24.1% 5.7%

- Population per square mile (2010) 1,363 356.5

- Owner occupied housing (2011-2015) 59.3% 65.4%

- Households (2011-2015) 5.630 61,545

- In labor force, percent of population > 16 years old (2011-2015) 73.2% 62.5%

- Total number of business (2012) 1,245 10,990

- Total manufacturing shipments in $1,000's (2012) 1.50 3.14

- Retail sales per capita (2012) $29,061 $13,698

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Site 1 - Mebane Land Purchase (Cont.)

B. Education & Training Programs (Academic Program)

Is there sufficient student and employer demand for education and training services? Yes


- Persons under 18 years, percent, April 2010 26.6% 23.5%

- High School graduate or higher, % of persons age 25+ (2011- 2015) 91.3% 83.2%

- Bachelor's degree or higher, % of persons age 25+ (2011 - 2015) 32.2% 21.6%

Does ACC currently offer any education (Curriculum or Basic Skills) or training (Continuing Ed or Customized Training) in the area specific to this location?

Yes

- Basic Skills: Academic and Career Readiness

- Customized Training: Yes

What education and training programs would ACC offer at this location if a Off-Campus Center were established at this location?

- Curriculum: Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance and University Transfer

- Con Ed: Small Business courses/workshops

- Customized Training: Company-specific training

Could ACC provide sufficient justification in compliance with the "Criteria for Accreditation" to SACS-COC to offer a compliment of programs and services to receive approval? (Describe): Per the SACSCOC Policy on Substantive Change, “It is the responsibility of an institution to follow SACSCOC substantive change procedures and inform SACSCOC of substantive changes as specified in those procedures.” In instances where the student can obtain 24 percent or less of the credit hours required for the completion of a credential, no documentation or prior approval is required from SACSCOC. In instances where the student can obtain 25 to 49 percent of the credit hours required for the completion of a credential, a Letter of Notification must be submitted to SACSSCOC prior to program implementation. In instances where the student can obtain 50 percent or more of the credit hours required for the completion of a credential, a Prospectus must be submitted to SACSSCOC six months prior to program implementation. Alamance Community College would provide sufficient justification to SACSCOC in compliance with the above guidelines. Initially, the College would not plan to offer more than 49% of the credit hours required for the completion of a credential.

Other Factors for Consideration

Supplying trained workers to meet a "skills gap": Yes. There is projected growth of 4,593 jobs and employment opportunities over the period 2016-2026 in information technology, human resource management, market research analysts, management analysts and accountants/auditors. Further, Mebane is close to employment opportunities in Research Triangle Park, Durham and Chapel Hill. Finally, ACC will continue to provide skills training for the significant number of manufacturing companies (14) in and around Mebane.

Market penetration in this location: Very weak as there is no location in Mebane at present.

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Student migration at this location: A 2015 report from the NCCCS indicates that 715 Alamance County residents attend community college outside of ACC’s service area - the top colleges being those located to the east and west of Alamance County. The majority of these students are enrolled in General Education classes (e.g. Associate in Arts, Associate in Science) that are offered at ACC. By offering programs and services in the eastern and western parts of the County, the College hopes to retain a portion of those students attending surrounding community colleges.

Facility limitations at Main Campus: As identified in the 2015 Facilities Master Plan, "currently the College utilizes approximately 344,171 sq.ft. of facilities to provide existing programs. In order to support the projected growth (16% student) over the next ten years and beyond, a total of 513,222 s.f. of facilities are required.

New academic programs: In addition to the programs that would be offered to supply skilled workers to address the skills gap, ACC would offer a selection of University Transfer courses at this facility.

C. Student Support Services

Student support service requirements must be provided based upon student demand, as required by SACS-COC.

Based upon location and distance from the main campus, stand-alone student service support must be included with

the feasibility study:

Employment Category # Of FTE Estimated Cost Salaries and Benefits

Site Coordinator 1 $60,300

Advisor 1 $67,000

I.T. Tech Support 1 $73,700

Financial Aid Specialist 1 $53,600

Totals 4 $254,600

III. Property /Facility & Operations Analyses

A. "Property & Facility Analysis"

Provided based upon the availability of property for new construction, existing facilities for lease or purchase, and/or

renovation costs. The analysis is based upon the academic instruction and student services requirements, and

should take into consideration:

Instructional, Lab and Library Space

Assignable Square Feet of Academic Facilities Per FTE Student

Net-To-Gross Ratios

Student Support Spaces

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1. New Construction Requirements:

Category - Phase I & II Development at @25,000 sq. ft./ Phase

Estimated FTE or Headcount

NSF Estimated Cost @ $250/Sq Ft

Academic Space 325 26,000 $6,500,000

Student Support Space 5,000 $1,250,000

Other Spaces -Common Areas, Offices, etc.

3,300 $825,000

Property Acquisition $848,000

Other Requirements - Facility, road, equip 15,700 $4,884,290

Total Estimated Cost 50,000 $14,307,290

Category - Space Utilization Number

Classrooms/Computer Labs 17

Offices 25

Conference Rooms 4

Other 2

B. Operations Analysis

Based upon the options selected above, the College must conduct an analysis of the operational cost of a new Off-

Campus Center. G.S. 115D-32 provides that the tax-levying authority of each institution (County) shall be responsible

for providing adequate funds to meet the financial needs of the institutions.

Category Estimated Costs

Salaries & benefits of custodial personnel / or Contracted Services $68,500

Utilities (Electricity, Water, Sewer) $108,000

Communications $36,480

Facility maintenance and repairs $200,000

Total Annual Operations Costs $412,980

Note: If the facility is Rent/Lease to Own, these costs may be included. If not, report them here

IV. Adequate State & Local Financial Support - Cost and Quality

A. Adequate State & Local Financial Support:

Per G.S. 115D-32 and 33, the County is responsible for providing adequate funding for the Plant Fund and Current

expenses. There is no prohibition however for other units of local government, cities and towns, from providing

supplemental support in the form of space, operational costs, or other public benefits.

Funding Source Estimated Cost Estimated Support

State $0 N/A

Unit of Local Government: County - Operations $412,980 To Be Requested

Other: Construction Costs $14,307,290 Undetermined

Totals $14,720,270

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B. Cost Effectiveness, Amortization and Quality

The College should be positioned to provide a statement that the initiation of new academic programs, student

support services and other operational costs, or the duplication thereof, is justifiable from student demand, cost

effectiveness, and quality perspectives.

The statement should include:

Estimates of FTE at each possible location

The "earn back" ratio of benefits to costs, e.g. the projected FTE revenue earnings juxtaposed against the estimated academic and student services costs

The amortization of the initial investment

How the new Off-Campus Center will provide quality education and training benefits that exceed costs to both the immediate area and to Alamance County.

Earn-Back Index Financial Estimates

A. Projected FTE Revenue Earnings $1,625,625

B. State Costs for providing Academic Programming & Student Support Services $702,596

Benefit to Cost Ratio A/ B 2.3 to 1

Amortize Investment

5 Years 10 Years 20 Years 40 Years

Investment $14,307,290 $14,307,290 $14,307,290 $14,307,290

Square Feet 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000

Investment /Sq.Ft. $286 $286 $286 $286

Monthly Invest $238,455 $119,227 $59,614 $29,807

Annual Invest $2,861,458 $1,430,729 $715,365 $357,682

Quality Statement: In order for Alamance Community College to most effectively serve its stakeholders, it must plan for future growth in the eastern and western parts of Alamance County. Through the addition of one or more satellite locations, the College will be better equipped to provide quality programs and services to support workforce and economic development for the 21st century. The College maintains the quality of its programs and services through an extensive program review process in addition to the SACSCOC “Criteria for Accreditation.”

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Evaluation Summary

Site 1 - Mebane Land Purchase

I. Location Analysis

A. Demographics:

Adequate population and workforce base to support operations?

Data for this location compared to others in study?

Yes

More Favorable

B. Education & Training Programs:

Sufficient student and employer demand for education and training?


Does ACC currently offer education and training programs in the general vicinity of this location?

Yes More Favorable

Limited

Proposed Education and Training Programs

Curriculum Con. Education Customized Training

Accounting Business Administration Information Technology

University Transfer

Leadership Supervision

Information Technology Marketing Finance

Insurance Notary

Real Estate

Company Specific Small Business Workshops

Is this location compliant with SACSCOC accreditation requirements? Yes

Supplies trained workers to meet an employer skills gap? Yes

Potential market penetration / market not being served? Yes

Facility limitations at Main Campus improved by this location? Yes

New (to the College) academic programs at this location? Yes


Number of FTE: 4.0

Estimated Cost: $254,600

II. Property / Facility & Operations Analyses

A. Property / Facility New Construction Requirements:

Estimated FTE: 325

NSF Requirements: 50,000 s.f.

Total Cost: $14,307,290

III. Adequate State & Local Financial Support - Cost and Quality

A. Adequate State and Local Financial Support

State:

Local Annual Operating: $412,980

Local Capital: $14,307,290

B. Cost Effectiveness and Quality

Projected FTE Revenue Earnings: $1,625,625

State Costs for Academic Prog. & Student Support Services: $702,956

Benefit to Cost Ratio: 2.3 to 1

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Alamance Community College Off-Campus Center Location Evaluation Document


A. Site Location : Site 2 - Mebane Compass Pointe

Description: A 3,250 sq.ft. store front facility is available in a Mebane strip mall, located directly beside Lowes Home Improvement on Highway 119. The site is located on the main Highway 119 thoroughfare, directly accessible from the Interstate I-40/1-85 Highway 119 exit. The location is in a budding area, surrounded by continued growth in retail, restaurants, business, and other commercial and manufacturing industry It is available for lease, but would require a considerable up-fit to make it suitable for educational space. There is no tenant allowance for up-fit. Academic and other spaces would be limited.

B. Referenced in "Facility Master Plan": A Location in Mebane – YES

Narrative: Create a highly visible satellite location for the College in the Mebane area. Execute planning for a Satellite location in Mebane. Evaluate real estate options as they relate to accommodating program growth, as well as business and industry needs in this area.

C. Property Availability: YES - Property is Available for Lease

Statement: The College can lease the property for approximately $4,300 per month ($16 per sq. ft.), but this does not include additional monthly operating costs of $5,100 (utilities, maintenance, custodial and connectivity). The up-fit cost of $347,000 is a sunk cost and cannot be recaptured. Classroom space would be very limited.

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Site 2 - Mebane Compass Pointe


A. Demographics








- Households (2011-2015) 5.630 61,545












Yes

- Basic Skills: Academic & Career Readiness

- Customized Training: Company-specific training

What education and training programs would ACC offer at this location if an Off-Campus Center were established at this location?

- Curriculum: The space is so small (one classrooms, one computer lab) it would be difficult to provide anchor programs at this location. Distance learning classes could be offered.

- Basic Skills: This location has the potential for Literacy classes.

- Con Ed: This location could be used for small seminar classes

- Customized Training: This small space would limit customized training

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Site 2 - Mebane Compass Pointe (Cont.)


Other Factors for Consideration:

Supplying trained workers to meet a "skills gap": This location has limited ability to train a significant number of workers.

Market penetration in this location: Very weak as there is no current location in Mebane.


Facility limitations at Main Campus: As identified in the 2015 Facilities Master Plan, "currently the College utilizes approximately 344,171 sq. ft. of facilities to provide existing programs. In order to support the projected growth (16% student) over the next ten years and beyond, a total of 513,222 sq. ft. of facilities are required.

New academic programs: ACC could offer a selection of University Transfer courses at this facility. Online courses could be offered as well.







Advisor 0

I.T. Support Tech 0

Financial Aid Specialist 0

Totals 1.0 $60,300

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Net-To-Gross Ratios


Category Estimated FTE Estimated Sq. Ft.

Academic Space 38.25 1,280

Student Support Space 170

Other Spaces -Common Areas, Offices, etc. 500

Other Requirements 1,250

Total Estimated Space 3,200



Offices 3

Conference Rooms 1

Other - Lobby 1

Facility Lease Requirements

Based upon the academic program and student service space requirements, the facility size can be determined. The

next level of analysis is the option to Lease/Rent to Own. The College should use a ten-year time line of payments to

calculate the cost compared to options #1 and #2 above.

Estimated Cost of Renovations: $347,700

Estimated Annual Lease Costs plus other annual operating: $112,952

Cost Per Square Foot: $34.75

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Total Operations Costs $60,952

Note: If the facility is Rent/Lease to Own, these costs may be included. If not, report them here.







State $0 N/A

Unit of Local Government: County - Operations $112,952 To Be Requested

Other: Constructions Costs $347,700 County Bond Funds

Other: Town of Mebane

Total Estimated Cost $460,652










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Activity Financial Estimates

A. Projected FTE Revenue Earnings $191,250

B. State Costs for providing Academic Programming & Student Support Services

$113,005

Benefit to Cost Ratio A. / B. 1.7 to 1

Amortize Investment


Investment $347,700 $347,700 $347,700 $347,700

Square Feet 3,250 3,250 3,250 3,250

Investment /Sq.Ft. $106.98 $106.98 $106.98 $106.98

Monthly Invest $5,795 $2,898 $1,449 $724

Annual Invest $69,540 $34,779 $17,385 $8,693

Quality Statement: For Alamance Community College to most effectively serve its stakeholders, it must plan for future growth in the eastern and western parts of Alamance County. Through the addition of one or more satellite locations, the College will be better equipped to provide quality programs and services to support workforce and economic development for the 21st century. The College maintains the quality of its programs and services through an extensive program review process in addition to the SACSCOC “Criteria for Accreditation.”

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Evaluation Summary

Site 2 - Mebane Compass Pointe


A. Demographics:



Yes

Less Favorable





Yes More Favorable

Limited



Accounting Business Administration

Human Resource Management Information Technology

Marketing University Transfer Distance Learning



Insurance Notary

Real Estate



Supplies trained workers to meet an employer skills gap? Limited

Potential market penetration / market not being served? Limited


New (to the College) academic programs at this location? No


Number of FTE: 1.0



A. Property / Facility Facility Lease Requirements:


Estimated Annual Lease Costs: $112,952




State: 0

Local One-Time Up-fit (County Bonds): $347,700

Local Annual Operating (County Appropriation): $112,925


Projected FTE Revenue Earnings: $191,250

State Costs for Academic Prog. & Student Support Services: $113,005


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A. Site Location : Site 3 - Mebane Downtown / White Furniture Building

Description: This location is a four-story building with 20,000 sq. ft. per floor located in downtown Mebane. The downtown Mebane area currently has a booming revitalization effort, with restaurants, retail, and varied businesses occupying the sought after downtown real estate. This site requires total renovation of the historic White Furniture Building, adjacent to the White Furniture Lofts. ACC would become an anchor tenant, occupying a space of up to 9,000 to 10,000 sq. ft., with an option to expand as needed.

B. Referenced in "Facility Master Plan": A Mebane Location - YES

Narrative: Per the College’s Facility Master Plan adopted in January 2016, the goal is to create a highly visible satellite location for the College in the Mebane area. Evaluate real estate options as they relate to accommodating program growth, as well as business and industry needs in this area.

C. Property Availability: YES - Property is Available for Lease

Statement: The College can initially lease approximately 9,523 sq. ft., up-fit it and add both the required technology and equipment. The developer would provide a tenant allowance of up to $40 per sq. ft. to offset some of the up-fit costs. The property is in a prime location for attracting Mebane residents with the potential to expand as enrollment grows. Parking requirements for students would have to be negotiated.

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Site 3 - Mebane Downtown / White Furniture Building (Cont.)


A. Demographics








- Households (2011-2015) 5.630 61,545












Yes

- Basic Skills: Academic and Career Readiness in the Mebane Library



- Curriculum: Professional Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, and Finance. College Transfer courses would also be added.

- Basic Skills: Additional Basic Skills courses could be added, in addition to the relocation of courses currently offered in the Mebane Library

- Con Ed: Small Business courses and workshops could be added of there was sufficient local business demand.

- Customized Training: Given the large presence of manufacturers, this site could offer customized training for industry

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Supplying trained workers to meet a "skills gap": Yes. There is projected growth of 4,593 jobs and employment opportunities over the period 2016-2026 in information technology, human resource management, market research analysts, management analysts and accountants/auditors. Further, Mebane is close to employment opportunities provides in Research Triangle Park, Durham and Chapel Hill. Finally, ACC will continue to provide skills training for the significant number of manufacturing companies (14) in and around Mebane.

Market penetration in this location: A rapidly growing population in Mebane, 24% over a six-year period, coupled with a relatively high degree young people under the age of 18 (26.6%), of high school graduates (91.3%) and baccalaureate degree holders (32.2%), make this market particularly attractive for the initiation and expansion of education programs of study.


Facility limitations at Main Campus: As identified in the 2015 Facilities Master Plan, "currently the College utilizes approximately 344,171Sq. Ft. of facilities to provide existing programs, and in order to support the projected growth (16% student) over the next ten years and beyond a total of 513,222 Aq. Ft. of facilities are required.

New academic programs: In addition to the programs that would be offered to supply skilled workers for the skills gap, ACC would offer a selection of University Transfer programs at this facility.

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Advisor 0

I.T. Support Tech 0


Totals 1.0 $60,300







Net Square Feet of Academic Facilities Per FTE Student

Net-To-Gross Ratios




Student Support Space 1,100

Other Spaces -Common Areas, Offices, etc. 2,650





Offices 3

Conference Rooms - Flex Space 3

Other - Lobby 1

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Estimated Cost of Renovations/Up-fit: $414,296 Net (Gross is $795,216 less Tenant Allowance)

Estimated Annual Lease Costs: $279,602 (includes Operating Costs)



















State $0 N/A

Unit of Local Government: County Lease and Operating Construction and Up-Fit

$279,602 $414,296

Appropriations County Bonds

Other: Town of Mebane TBD

Totals: $693,898

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$192,064

Benefit to Cost Ratio A/ B 2.49 to 1

Amortize Investment *


Investment $414,296 $414,296 $414,296 $414,296

Square Feet 9,523 9,523 9,523 9,523

Investment /Sq.Ft. $44 $44 $44 $44

Monthly Invest $6,905 $3,452 $1,726 $863

Annual Invest $82,859 $41,430 $20,715 $10,357

*NOTE: Because the Developer is providing a Tenant allowance, the amortization schedule reflects on the net cost of

up-fit and the accompanying percentage of square feet.


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Evaluation Summary

Site 3 - Mebane Downtown / White Furniture Building


A. Demographics:



Yes

More Favorable





Yes More Favorable

Limited



Accounting Business Administration

Human Resource Information Technology

Marketing University Transfer Distance Learning



Insurance Special Interest






New (to the College) academic programs at this location? Potentially


Number of FTE: 1.0









State: 0

Local One-Time Up-fit (County Bonds): $414,296

Local Lease and Annual Operating (County Appropriation): $279,602



State Costs for Academic Programming & Student Support Services: $192,064


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A. Site Location: Site 4 - Burlington/Elon Multi-use Facility

Description: Property is available for lease on Saint Marks Church Road in Burlington. The site would be part of a mixed use project that includes multi-family residential, commercial and retail development. The College will have access to up to 10,000 sq. ft., with an initial occupation of 4,000 sq. ft. The facility would be modeled after a traditional storefront design.

B. Referenced in "Facility Master Plan": Yes - In the Burlington Area

Narrative: Develop Satellite locations within the County, such as in ....Burlington, to increase presence and capabilities.

C. Property Availability: YES - Space is Available for Lease

Statement: There is structured parking, a modest ($16/sq .ft.) lease rate, and a Tenant improvement allowance. ACC could chose their own architect and contractor for up-fit purposes. The Tenant will be responsible for all operating costs.


A. Demographics

Does an adequate population and workforce base exist to support the operation? Yes [Elon Data Used; Burlington Data available]






- Owner occupied housing (2011-2015) 49% 65.4%

- Households (2011-2015) 3,009 61,545

- In labor force, percent of population > 16 years old (2011-2015) 39% 62.5%

- Total number of business (2012) 501 10,990

- Total manufacturing shipments in $1,000's (2012) 0 3.14


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Site 4 - Burlington/Elon Multi-use Facility (Cont.)


Is there sufficient student and employer demand for education and training services?





Does ACC currently offer any education (Curriculum or Basic Skills) or training (Continuing Ed or Customized Training) in the area specific to this location? Y / N

- Curriculum: Medical Lab Technology in Elon; Pharmacy Tech, DSS Caseworker (West Burlington)

- Basic Skills: HRD and ESL

- Con Ed: CRC Test Prep,



- Curriculum: West Burlington - Health care programs would anchor the facility. Initially, the College would offer programs with stackable credential options at the certificate, diploma and degree levels. Additionally, University Transfer courses could be added.




Supplying trained workers to meet a "skills gap": There are no manufacturers in the immediate area; however, there are other companies in West Burlington.

Market penetration in this location: There is a significant population that already has a baccalaureate degree; however, there are also a significant number of adults holding high school diplomas, creating opportunities for workforce training programs if there is sufficient demand.

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Facility limitations at Main Campus: As identified in the 2015 Facilities Master Plan, "currently the College utilizes approximately 344,171 sq. ft. of facilities to provide existing programs, and in order to support the projected growth (16% student) over the next ten years and beyond a total of 513,222 sq. ft. of facilities are required.

New academic programs: Once the level of interest is determined, new academic programs could be established at this location.







Advisor 0

I.T. Support Tech 0


Totals 1.0 $60,300








Net-To-Gross Ratios






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Academic Space 57 2,080







Offices 3


Other - Lobby 1

Estimated Cost of up-fit: $288,915 ($408,915 less tenant allowance improvement)

Estimated Annual Lease Costs: $64,000 (4,000 sq. ft. @ $16 / sq. ft.) plus $66,600 annual operating for a total of $130,600













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State

Unit of Local Government: County Lease and Operating Construction and up-fit

$130,600 $288,915

Appropriations County Bond

Other:

Totals $419,515












$139,358

Benefit to Cost Ratio A. / B. 2.06 To 1


Investment $288,915 $288,915 $288,915 $288,915

Square Feet 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000

Investment /Sq.Ft. 72 72 72 72

Monthly Invest $4,815 $2,408 $1,204 $602

Annual Invest $57,783 $28,892 $14,446 $7,223


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Evaluation Summary

Site 4 - Burlington/Elon Multi-Use Facility


A. Demographics:



Yes

More Favorable





Yes More Favorable

Yes



TBD (Pre-Health Care) Health Care Management

Medical Auditing Medical Office Administration

TBD (Health Care) Comm. Dental Health Coord.

Nurse Aide Refresher Pharmacy Technician

Phlebotomy Special Interest








Number of FTE: 1.0





Estimated Annual Lease Costs: $64,000 plus operating of

$66,600 for total of $130,600.




State: 0

Local Lease and Operating: One-time Up-fit Costs:

$130,600 $288,915





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A. Site Location : Site 5 - Holly Hill Mall and Business Center

Description: This location includes approximately 10,000 sq.ft. of indoor space at the Holly Hill Mall and Business Center in Burlington. Holly Hill Mall is located on the major thoroughfare of Huffman Mill Road in Burlington with easy access to Interstate I-40/I-85. Holly Hill Mall is surrounded by retail stores, commercial business, etc. It was also announced recently that approximately 40,000 square feet of Holly Hill Mall will be leased to a call-center business, with 500 employees. The College would have several options of spaces, formerly occupied by retail stores. For the purposes of determining up-fit costs, 13,600 square feet has been used; one option presented by lessor.

B. Referenced in "Facility Master Plan": YES - Holly Hill Mall

Narrative: "Establish a College Transfer Program at Holly Hill Mall or other location. Develop Satellite locations within the County, such as in ....Burlington, to increase presence and capabilities. Future expansion could occur at a location such as the Holly Hill Mall."

C. Property Availability: YES - Space is Available for Lease

Statement: While there is property available for lease, the up-fit cost is significant, and there is no tenant allowance negotiated at this time. In addition, the lease and annual operating cost is high for this amount of space.


A. Demographics

Does an adequate population and workforce base exist to support the operation? YES







- Households (2011-2015) 21,562 61,545



- Total manufacturing shipments in $1,000's (2012) .855 3.14


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Site 5 - Holly Hill Mall and Business Center (Cont.)


Is there sufficient student and employer demand for education and training services? YES






YES

- Basic Skills: Academic & Career Readiness (ESL, GED, HRD) at churches and libraries



- Curriculum: The College would offer University Transfer courses at this location.

- Basic Skills: The current offerings of Basic Skills classes could be relocated to this site.

- Con Ed: Small Business courses/workshops could be offered at this location.



Supplying trained workers to meet a "skills gap": There are a number of health occupations that currently have a skills gap and a demand for additional workers.

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Market penetration in this location: The population with a high school diploma lags the population in the eastern and western areas of Alamance County; however, the population younger than 18 exceeds that of the count generally and the western area specifically. As such, these are two niche markets for educational services; e.g. Basic Skills and Con Ed for those lacking a diploma, and college-level courses for those younger than 18. In addition, there are a substantial number of households in the proximity of this location, and the data indicates a comparable labor participation rate to the rest of the county. That creates a skills training opportunity.


Facility limitations at Main Campus: As identified in the 2015 Facilities Master Plan, "currently the College utilizes approximately 344,171Sq. Ft. of facilities to provide existing programs, and in order to support the projected growth (16% student) over the next ten years and beyond a total of 513,222 Aq. Ft. of facilities are required.

New academic programs: As identified by the College, future academic programs that might be located in the Burlington area include Clinical Lab and Diagnostic Technologists, Health Care Support workers, and College Transfer classes.







Advisor 0 0

I.T. Support Tech 0 0

Financial Aid Specialist 0 0

Totals 1.0 $60,300

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Net Square Feet of Academic Facilities Per FTE Student

Net-To-Gross Ratios




Student Support Space 1,500

Other Spaces -Common Areas, Offices, etc. 3,050





Offices 3


Other - Lobby 1

Facility Lease Requirements - Rent to Own




Estimated Cost of Renovations: $1,179,877



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State $0 N/A

Unit of Local Government: County Lease and Operating Construction and Up-fit

$356,488

$1,179,877

Appropriations County Bonds

Totals $1,536,365










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$218,416


Amortize Investment


Investment $1,779,877 $1,779,877 $1,779,877 $1,779,877

Square Feet 13,600 13,600 13,600 13,600

Investment /Sq.Ft. $87 $87 $87 $87

Monthly Invest $19,665 $9,832 $4,916 $2,458

Annual Invest $235,975 $117,988 $58,994 $29,497


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Evaluation Summary

Site 5 - Holly Hill Mall and Business Center


A. Demographics:



Yes

More Favorable





Yes More Favorable

Yes



TBD (Pre-Health Care) Health Care Management

Medical Auditing Medical Office Administration

Customer Service Call Center

Comm. Dental Health Coord. Nurse Aide Refresher Pharmacy Technician

Phlebotomy Special Interest








Number of FTE: 1.0




Estimated Cost of Renovations: $1,179,877





State: 0

Local Lease and Operating (County Appropriations): $356,488

Local One-time Up-fit Costs (County Bond Funds): $1,179,877





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A. Site Location : Site 6 - Downtown Building

Description: The College would have a small presence (1,700 sq. ft.) in downtown Burlington leasing space in an established downtown building. There is no lease expense except for contribution to a maintenance reserve and the College’s general operating expense for the space.

B. Referenced in "Facility Master Plan": YES - Downtown Burlington

Narrative: Develop Satellite locations within the County, such as in ....Burlington, to increase presence and capabilities.

C. Property Availability: - Space is Available for Lease

Statement: The space available for lease is very small, and would not be suitable to provide a range of instruction to a significant population. While the lease amount is relatively small, the up-fit cost is significant for such a small space. There is no tenant allowance.


A. Demographics

Does an adequate population and workforce base exist to support the operation? Y / N







- Households (2011-2015) 21,562 61,545



- Total manufacturing shipments in $1,000's (2012) .855 3.14


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Site 6 - Downtown Building (Cont.)


Is there sufficient student and employer demand for education and training services?






Yes

- Basic Skills: Academic & Career Readiness (ESL, GED, HRD) at churches and libraries



- Curriculum: Perhaps some on-line classes

- Basic Skills: Perhaps some Basic Skills classes

- Con Ed: Perhaps a small business seminar

Could ACC provide sufficient justification in compliance with the "Criteria for Accreditation" to SACS-COC to offer a compliment of programs and services to receive approval? (Describe): Yes


Supplying trained workers to meet a "skills gap": There is insufficient space to provide technical or vocational training at this site.

Market penetration in this location: There would not be a significant market served at this site


Facility limitations at Main Campus: As identified in the 2015 Facilities Master Plan, "currently the College utilizes approximately 344,171 sq. ft. of facilities to provide existing programs, and in order to support the projected growth (16% student) over the next ten years and beyond a total of 513,222 sq. ft. of facilities are required.

New academic programs: There is insufficient space to provide technical or vocational training at this site. Existing University Transfer and/or online classes could be offered.

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Site Coordinator 1.0 $60,300

Advisor 0

I.T. Support Tech 0


Totals 1.0 $60,300








Net-To-Gross Ratios






Other Requirements




Offices 1

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3. Facility Lease Requirements
























State $0 N/A

Unit of Local Government: County Lease and Operating Construction and Up-Fit

$51,831

$246,615

County Appropriations

County Bonds

Totals $298,446





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$113,005


Amortize Investment


Investment $246,615 $246,615 $246,615 $246,615

Square Feet 1,700 1,700 1,700 1,700

Investment /Sq.Ft. $145 $145 $145 $145

Monthly Invest $4,110 $2,055 $1,028 $514

Annual Invest $49,323 $24,662 $12,331 $6,165


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Evaluation Summary

Site 6 - Downtown Building


A. Demographics:



Yes

Less Favorable





Unknown Less Favorable

Yes



Accounting Business Administration Information Technology

University Transfer

Public Safety In-Service Training

Basic Skills ESL

Occupational Extension



Supplies trained workers to meet an employer skills gap? Limited

Potential market penetration / market not being served? Limited


New (to the College) academic programs at this location? No


Number of FTE: 1.0









State: 0

Local Lease and Operating (County Appropriations): $51,831

Local One-time Up-fit Costs (County Bond Funds): $246,615



