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Community Conversations About Montgomery Colleges Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus Meeting #1 March 21, 2017 Welcome Kate Stewart, Mayor, City of Takoma Park Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President, Montgomery College Working Together John

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About Montgomery College’s Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

Meeting #1

March 21, 2017

Community Conversations

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  • Dr. DeRionne Pollard,

President, Montgomery College

Welcome

Kate Stewart,

Mayor, City of Takoma Park

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Working Together

John Antonishak

Facilitator

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Community Conversation

Objectives

Community Conversation Objectives:

  • to renew relations with the college and community;
  • to ensure all voices/stakeholders are heard;
  • to provide a full sharing of information;
  • to offer a forum to inform and facilitate future college planning;
  • to help inform and provide a foundation for the building design plan

process; and

  • to balance the needs of the community, neighbors, students, and

fiscal prudence.

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Agenda

  • Welcome and Community Conversations Purpose
  • Kate Stewart, Mayor, City of Takoma Park
  • Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President, Montgomery College
  • Working Together
  • Setting the Context
  • Casey Anderson, Chair, Montgomery County Planning Board
  • Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President, Montgomery College
  • Kate Stewart, Mayor, City of Takoma Park
  • Peter Kovar, Councilmember, Ward 1, City of Takoma Park
  • Community Conversation: Menu of Topics
  • Next Steps for Moving Forward
  • Closing Remarks

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AGENDA What (content) How (process) Who Time S tart-up: · Role s · Context · Desired Outco mes · Agenda · Decision Making
  • Prese nt
  • Clarify
Workshop Leader 5 min. Meeting Effecti veness
  • Brainsto rm
  • Cla rify
Leader 1 15 min.
  • Eliminate Duplicate s
  • Pr ioritize (N/3)
  • Advocate
Leader 2 15 min.
  • Negative poll
  • Build Up/Eliminate
  • Both/And
  • Check for Agreement
Leader 3 20 min. Meeting Evaluation +/Δ All 5 min. O PEN C L O SE N A R R O W
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Facilitator’s Role

  • Neutral facilitator.
  • Interest is process and achieving the desired

results.

  • No vested interest in the recommendations

that may result from the community conversations.

  • Make sure everyone has an opportunity to be

heard and has an equal voice.

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Working Agreements:

Ground Rules

  • Listen with an open mind.
  • Be respectful of other points of view.
  • Be positive and courteous.
  • Be brief and meaningful when voicing your opinion.
  • Seek common interests, rather than digging in on

positions.

  • Honor time limits and commitments.

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Setting the Context

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  • Casey Anderson

Chair, Montgomery County Planning Board

  • Dr. DeRionne Pollard

President, Montgomery College

  • Kate Stewart

Mayor, City of Takoma Park

  • Peter Kovar

Councilmember, Ward 1, City of Takoma Park

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Montgomery County Planning Board

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Casey Anderson

Chair, Montgomery County Planning Board

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Perspective

Casey Anderson, Chair Montgomery County Planning Board March 21, 2017 Community Conversation

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Montgomery College Walter Reed Redevelopment

10 minute walking radius Scale Approximate; based on analysis from Walter Reed website 5 minute walking radius

Downtown Silver Spring City of Takoma Park Purple Line Street Car Line

Perspective

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Proposed work: South Silver Spring Plan Objectives:

  • Expand on resources that

College offers

  • Expand opportunities for

green space

  • Encourage new

economic activity

Perspective

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Colleges Can Create

Great Synergy

with their Urban

Settings Settings

Perspective

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Granby Street College’s Buildings Precedent: Tidewater Community College

Perspective

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Precedent: Tidewater Community College

Perspective

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Credit: Urban Design Associates

Precedent: Tidewater Community College

Perspective

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Precedent: Tidewater Community College

Credit: Urban Design Associates

Perspective

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Precedent: George Washington University

Perspective

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Precedent: Howard University

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MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT

Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Precedent: Ryerson University

Perspective

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Montgomery College

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  • Dr. DeRionne Pollard

President, Montgomery College

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  • Dr. DeRionne P. Pollard, president

March 21, 2017 Community Conversation

The Future of Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

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MC and the Future of Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

Empowering our students to change their lives for 70 years

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Takoma Park: Birthplace of Access and Opportunity 100%

1950 Takoma Park/Silver Spring

22% 24% 54%

2016 Three Campuses

Takoma Park/ Silver Spring Germantown Rockville

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Now MC Key to Kindergarten to Jobs Ecosystem 50% of MCPS Grads Who Stay in State Begin at MC

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Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus: Key to Ladder of Opportunity

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– General Education/Transfer programs – Signature Programs: Health Sciences Nursing Visual and Performing Arts – Job training – Holy Cross Health Center – Refugee Center

Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus:

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High Skill Jobs and Opportunity

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“We’re talking about using 21st century teaching methods in a space that’s designed for the needs of another century.”

—Milton Nash, professor of mathematics Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

Framework for the Future:

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Defining the Need

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Address aging facilities Science South (1960): 56 years old Science North (1978): 38 years old

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Framework for the Future: Defining the Need

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Montgomery Blair High School modern science laboratory

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Framework for the Future: Defining the Need

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Framework for the Future: Building Blocks to Student Success

Student Success

Construction Design Capital Budget Facilities Master Plan Academic Master Plan Mission, Vision, Values Community Input: Residents, Decision Makers, Students, Employers, Regulators, Trustees

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Facilities Master Plan: A framework to address student enrollment and the academic master plan Goal/Vision: Balance the needs of students, community, neighbors, and fiscal prudence

– Advances access, retention, achievement & collaborative learning – Maximizes existing resources – Recognizes residential location “in the midst of tree-lined streets and Victorian homes”

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Framework for the Future: Planning for Student Success

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Campus Plan 2002 - 2012

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Campus Plan 2006 - 2016

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Campus Plan 2013 - 2023

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  • 1. Community Conversations
  • 2. Form an advisory committee

– The City, The College, Neighbors, Community

  • 3. New timeline for deliberations of future Facilities Master Plans

– Three community meetings – Meetings held two months before state’s submission deadline – Professional facilitator

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Framework for the Future: Enhance Community Engagement

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  • 1. Consult community

– College runs design charrettes

  • Intensive engagement/problem solving process
  • Led by architects—with experience in residential locations
  • Extensive stakeholders participation
  • Similar to Nunley Student Services Center design process

Framework for the Future: Community Engagement in Building Design

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  • 2. City of Takoma Park

– Consult Mayor & Council – Stormwater/Trees regulations

  • 3. Montgomery County Planning Board

– Mandatory Referral

  • Public hearing
  • Staff review
  • Commission oversight

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Framework for the Future: Community Engagement in Building Design

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Jonell Malone

Empowering Students to Change Their Lives for 70 Years

Angel Ngatchou Luis Rosales

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City of Takoma Park

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Kate Stewart

Mayor, City of Takoma Park

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CITY AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN THE PLANNING PROCESS

Working together to inform the future vision of the campus and the college Takoma Park Silver Spring Campus

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A community of 2.4 square miles with 17,000 residents, and several large institutions, including Montgomery College, Washington Adventist University, and Washington Adventist Hospital.

TAKOMA PARK 43

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Neighbors since 1950, the neighborhood around the Campus has been designated as historic district. The City and its residents are committed to preserving the unique and residential character of the neighborhood.

TAKOMA PARK SILVER SPRING CAMPUS 44

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VALUED PARTNER / SHARED GOALS

The City Council and the College Leadership are committed to working in partnership with the community in a transparent manner to facilitate a planning process that addresses the College's educational needs, is respectful of the interest of its neighbors, and is fiscally responsible.

The College is a valued asset and a source

  • f pride in the community, and serves as an

important partner as we work together to advance our shared goals to:

  • address racial equity
  • provide services and opportunities for

advancement to our youth

  • respond to the needs of our immigrant

community

  • enhance our quality of life through expanded

educational and cultural programming

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  • Legal Agreement
  • Montgomery College Commitment
  • Mandatory Referral

CITY AND COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN THE PLANNING PROCESS

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LEGAL AGREEMENT

A four party legal agreement executed in July 2002 by Montgomery College Board of Trustees, City of Takoma Park, Historic Takoma Inc., and Montgomery County Executive. The Agreement calls for consultation on development of major or substantial changes or alterations to existing buildings including:

  • Preservation of historic character of the neighborhood
  • Compliance with tree protection & stormwater laws
  • Early and transparent involvement of community

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MONTGOMERY COLLEGE COMMITMENT

  • Three public meetings, hosted jointly by the City and the

College with the potential for additional meetings

  • Providing regular updates to the City Council and community

residents

  • Conducting a series of community meetings in advance of

future Facilities Master Plan submissions

  • Hosting community design charrette for planned Math and

Science Building

  • Providing support for future “Town and Gown” committee

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MANDATORY REFERRAL

A regulatory process proving for review and comment by the Planning Board. This 60 day-process for review

  • f plans impacting specific buildings includes:
  • Review of proposed concept plans / final site plans
  • Public hearing(s)
  • Resolution providing support for approval, approval

with conditions or disapproval

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  • Provide written comments after tonight’s meeting
  • Provide feedback and register your concerns at

https://seam.ly/f5phDGVl

  • Plan to participate in the next discussion on May 9
  • Be in touch with City Councilmembers and the Mayor

about key issues, including this meeting process

NEXT STEPS

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Ward 1 City of Takoma Park

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Peter Kovar

Councilmember, Ward 1, City of Takoma Park

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Community Conversations:

Menu of Topics

Opportunity to share thoughts and comments.

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  • Limited time for everyone to speak.
  • Two minutes to share.
  • Solicit variety of topics and stakeholders.
  • State your affiliation.
  • Not looking for solutions at this time.
  • Signal when in agreement with others.
  • Written thoughts and comments – ½ blue sheets
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Next Steps for Moving Forward

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  • Compile the topics we heard tonight with the written

comment sheets.

  • Submit additional comments to the City’s web site

before Friday, April 7th

  • https://seam.ly/f5phDGVl
  • We will use the collective list to prioritize topics and

determine best format for discussion at the next Community Conversation meeting.

  • Next meeting: Tuesday, May 9, 2017
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Meeting Effectiveness

Pluses:

  • What worked well tonight?

Deltas:

  • What would we change or improve?

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  • Dr. DeRionne Pollard,

President, Montgomery College

Closing Remarks

Kate Stewart,

Mayor, City of Takoma Park

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About Montgomery College’s Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus

Meeting #1

March 21, 2017

Community Conversations