Current Facilities Projects
Delta's Facilities Management department oversees the planning, development, and implementation of projects of various scopes, including capital renewal and maintenance, programmatic upgrades, and preventive maintenance.
As part of a comprehensive master planning process, a Facilities Master Plan (FMP) was developed by TowerPinkster to identify new projects and major renovations based on space utilization and future institutional and programmatic needs. The core principles of a Facilities Master Plan are to build a comprehensive blueprint for the strategic development of the college. The Master Plan is a crucial part of the college's facilities' longer-term goals, providing a structured approach and guidance to the college. The FMP is a living document, designed to evolve and adapt to the college's needs while holding the foundation strong.
In addition, in 2020 DiClemente Siegel Design (DSD) performed a Facility Condition Assessment (FCA) which is managed and updated by the college’s Facilities Management department. The report identifies deferred maintenance considerations and provides an overall assessment of each facility's condition.
Utilizing both the FMP and the FCA, a Facilities Assessment report was compiled which summarizes the status of Delta's current facilities and spaces, as well as upcoming projects.
We systematically approach project development to ensure success regardless of the project undertaken. Our goal, with an eye on sustainability and budget consciousness, is to create an environment that fosters student success. We encourage you to review our 5-Year Capital Outlay Plan to learn more about Delta College's future projects and opportunities for growth.
Current projects
Below is a list of current projects, which have been a collaborative effort on the part of the campuses and the Facilities Planning & Construction department, along with input from industry professionals. Each project considers Delta College's mission, vision and values to serve our students while maintaining safe facilities.
Corridor lighting
We’re upgrading the primary corridors across campus with modern, energy‑efficient
LED lighting. This project replaces outdated 1960s fixtures with sleek, flat‑panel
LEDs that brighten our spaces and improve overall appearance.
To make the new fixtures work with existing openings, our facilities team engineered
and tested several custom solutions, ultimately creating an effective and cost‑efficient
retrofit.
Funded in the approved 2025–2026 budget, this upgrade is a smart investment that enhances
both the look and operation of our campus environment.
L & M Wing reconfiguration
The L and M Wing Renovation Project addresses long‑standing space challenges in both wings. Currently, some areas are overused while others are underutilized, creating learning environments that don’t fully meet the needs of students or faculty. This project will thoughtfully reconfigure the existing space—working closely with faculty and leadership—to better align classrooms, labs, and support areas with program needs and improve overall efficiency.
The renovation will also support the return of the Heavy Duty Diesel program and allow
for the removal of outdated equipment, modernizing the space to serve current and
future instructional requirements.
Living wall replacement
Nedlaw Living Walls improve indoor environments by enhancing air quality, adding natural
beauty, and supporting long‑term sustainability. These systems use live plants and
engineered airflow to actively filter indoor air, removing pollutants and creating
a healthier, more comfortable space. They also serve as a striking design feature
that supports modern wellness standards.
Delta’s current living wall, installed during the F Wing Health Professions Building
renovation in 2013, has reached the end of its useful life. The growth media, fixtures,
and filtration system now require replacement. We have requested a proposal from Nedlaw
for the necessary upgrades and anticipate moving forward with the installation soon.
S Wing exterior storage
Delta College is exploring the conversion of the former chiller building west of the S‑Wing (on the southwest side of campus) into a fully enclosed storage facility. The existing structure—currently an open enclosure without a roof or floor—would be updated by reusing the current brick and block walls and concrete foundations. Plans include adding a new low‑slope roof, a reinforced concrete floor, and an overhead door on the east side, along with a new concrete approach and sidewalk connections. The project also intends to make use of the existing underground conduit that links the chiller building to the S‑Wing.
S Wing facade and roof repairs
The S‑Wing Water Infiltration Project is based on a comprehensive assessment conducted
by Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE). Their study examined the long‑standing
water infiltration affecting the S Wing’s windows, fascia, vestibules and building
perimeter—issues that have caused interior damage, disrupted operations, and required
ongoing temporary repairs and cleanup efforts.
This project will address the glazing, vestibules, doors and roof membrane of the
existing S Wing. This will allow a comprehensive water seal to keep the elements out
and the occupants comfortable.
Water tower pump improvements and lighting
The Water Tower Pump Automation Project will modernize what has long been a manual, labor‑intensive process. Today, technicians must fill the tower by hand each day. The new system will automate this work and upgrade the tower with modern Trane digital controls, improving reliability, efficiency, and overall system performance. Additionally, new lights have been installed in existing nearby light poles, which illuminate the water tower during nighttime and early morning hours.
Wayfinding project
As part of Delta College’s 2023 Campus Master Plan, wayfinding was identified as an
area in need of significant improvement. Corbin Design conducted a full review of
the current wayfinding system and has designed a new look for signage, as well as
strategic placement for ease of movement throughout the campus.
The project has been divided into exterior and interior phases. The exterior phase
will begin soon and will include new signage at campus entrances, improved vehicle
wayfinding, updated parking signs, and clearer building entry markers.
A Wing renovation
The Resource Center/Library Renovation Project will transform Delta College’s existing Library into a modern, student-centered hub for academic support and essential services. This renovation—approved for planning by the State of Michigan as of July 31—will update approximately 46,300 square feet on the south side of main campus to better serve students from Bay, Midland, and Saginaw counties.
Students have told us they need easier access to help as they navigate college. Today, many of Delta’s support services are spread across campus, making them harder to find. The renovated Resource Center/Library will bring these services together in one welcoming location, removing barriers and making it simpler for students to get the assistance they need.
The new space will combine out-of-the-classroom supports—such as tutoring, mental health counseling, disability resources, veterans’ services, basic needs assistance, technology help, and community partner services—with core library functions, including digital resources, study spaces, laptop and supply checkout, writing and testing centers, and flexible rooms for virtual learning or family-friendly study.
Research shows that centralizing student services significantly improves retention and completion rates. Delta’s own data reflects this trend: the College’s IPEDS 150% completion rate has increased by nearly 12 percentage points over the past three years. By redesigning how students access support, the Resource Center/Library will help strengthen these gains and ensure every student has a clear path to success.
This renovation will create a dynamic, multi-use environment that supports both in-person and online learners. Staff will be cross-trained to assist across multiple services, helping students stay connected, supported, and focused on achieving their academic goals.
Pollinator garden at the Covered Bridge
The Covered Bridge Pollinator Garden Project will refresh and beautify the landscape near the covered bridge on the east side of campus. As part of the work, Garpiel Group will clear the area by removing weeds, invasive plants, gravel, and debris, then prepare the site with screened topsoil to create a healthy foundation for new plantings.
The redesigned garden will feature thirty natural boulders placed around its perimeter and a vibrant mix of catmint, daylilies, and ornamental grasses—plants known for attracting and supporting native pollinators. To complete the space, the garden will be finished with mulch produced right here on campus from our own tree trimmings.
This project is expected to begin in September of 2026.
Domestic water heater replacement
The Domestic Water Heater Replacement Project will upgrade the campus’s hot water system by replacing the existing steam-powered heaters with new high-efficiency natural gas units. This improvement will enhance reliability, reduce maintenance needs, and ensure consistent delivery of hot water across campus.
In recent years, the steam water heaters have experienced increasing mechanical failures, leading to costly repairs, added maintenance demands, and occasional service interruptions. Because the equipment has reached the end of its useful life, continued repairs are no longer a practical long-term solution.
The new natural gas-fired heaters will provide a more dependable and energy-efficient source of domestic hot water while reducing the College’s reliance on aging steam infrastructure.
Hotchkiss Drive bridge replacement
The Hotchkiss Drive Replacement Project is part of the College’s long‑term Road and Parking Lot Replacement Master Plan. This work focuses on rebuilding aging infrastructure, improving drainage, and enhancing the overall safety and durability of Hotchkiss Drive.
The project includes complete reconstruction of the roadway, which involves removing the existing pavement and base materials, regrading the corridor, and installing a new road built to current engineering standards. A major component of the work is the replacement of the existing culvert. This upgrade, along with related stormwater improvements, will support proper drainage and help reduce the risk of flooding or erosion.
This project is expected to begin in September of 2026.
Roofing replacement
The Roof Replacement Project for the B, C, D, E, L, and M Wings is a major capital renewal effort within the College’s ongoing building lifecycle program. This work will replace approximately 134,815 square feet of aging roofing across multiple elevations with a new, durable PVC roofing system.
Many of the current roofs have reached or exceeded their expected service life, increasing the likelihood of leaks, water infiltration, and damage to interior spaces and building infrastructure. By replacing these roof systems now, the College is strengthening the building envelope, reducing long‑term maintenance and repair costs, improving energy performance, and protecting campus facilities and assets for decades to come.
P Wing mechanical room ventilation system
The lower‑level pool mechanical room contains the equipment that manages water treatment for the College’s natatorium, as well as important electrical systems for the building. Over time, this space has begun to show corrosion on metal surfaces and occasional chlorine odors, indicating that ventilation in the room needs to be improved.
To address these concerns, the ventilation system in the lower‑level mechanical room will be upgraded. These improvements will help protect building equipment, reduce corrosion, and ensure a safer, better‑controlled environment for the systems that support the pool.
E Wing heat exchanger
The lower‑level pool mechanical room contains the equipment that manages water treatment for the College’s natatorium, as well as important electrical systems for the building. Over time, this space has begun to show corrosion on metal surfaces and occasional chlorine odors, indicating that ventilation in the room needs to be improved.
To address these concerns, the ventilation system in the lower‑level mechanical room will be upgraded. These improvements will help protect building equipment, reduce corrosion, and ensure a safer, better‑controlled environment for the systems that support the pool.
