Campus Planning Office

Capital Advisory Committee and Subcommittees

The Capital Advisory Committee (CAC) is charged with advising the President on the physical development of the campus including new construction and major renovations. The CAC sets capital priorities, helps determine physical campus growth, and ensures that space is well managed and utilized efficiently. 

The primary responsibilities of the committee include:

  • Biennial review of PSU's major capital projects, including potential new buildings and renovations
  • Creating criteria for ranking major capital projects and ranking the projects
  • Developing a recommendation to the President's Cabinet regarding the capital project priorities to be submitted for state funding
  • Monitoring ongoing capital projects and serving as a conduit for information sharing about capital projects
  • Approving policies and procedures regarding space standards, allocation, planning and utilization
  • Reviewing and monitoring ongoing planning efforts that impact the physical development of the campus

The CAC is composed of representatives from across the institution, including ASPSU, faculty senate, several deans and unit heads. The CAC is chaired by the VP for Finance and Administration. Please review the complete list of current CAC members.

 

CAC Information & Subcommittees

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CAC Building Committee

When units are preparing to move to a new location, undergo a construction project, or implement programmatic changes that affect space use, a building committee is formed to identify space needs. Composed of department representatives, the findings of a building committee often inform the selection and design of space for the unit.

Open community space within PSU campus building where students can study

Space Allocation Committee

Space is a finite resource at Portland State University. SAC ensures the efficient and equitable allocation and use of space on campus, ensuring that all allocations support the University’s mission, goals, and objectives.

Staff Contact: Lucius Shields, lucius@pdx.edu 

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Art Collection Advisory Committee

The Committee seeks to enrich the aesthetic experience of individuals at PSU and in the community by advocating for the acquisition, display, maintenance and conservation of works of art of the highest quality in the campus collection.

Staff Contact: Sarah Kenney, skenney@pdx.edu

Committees