We’re building spaces that power success – for students and our community.
In May 2023, voters approved a $250M General Obligation Bond to support student success and workforce growth. Today, we’re delivering on that promise with six major construction projects, two building modernizations and infrastructure upgrades – all on time and under budget.
The long-range master facilities plan directly addresses the region’s immense growth, and ensuing education and workforce training needs through the development of new programs, new buildings and new opportunities for student success. The 2023 Bond moves us closer to completing the plan.
Bond Project Manager
Lockwood, Andrews, and Newnam, Inc.
To learn more about COM Bond 2023, visit compass2025.com/bond-updates.html
Infrastructure Improvements
Estimated Completion: Oct. 2025
- Campuswide utility and site upgrades
- Parking Lots B & C – complete
- Demolition of Lot A and Fred Taylor (began March 14)
- Underground Utilities at the COMmons – 95% complete
- Lake Eckert Expansion – upcoming
Workforce Education & Welding Building Renovations
Estimated Completion: Sept. 2025
- Expanding hands-on training for Gulf Coast industry needs
Architectural Services
Joiner Architects
General Contractor
Pogue Construction
College Services Building
Estimated Completion: April 2027
- Supporting back-end services so students can thrive
- Construction starts May 2026
Library & Learning Center (LLC)
Estimated Completion: April 2027
- Academic and community hub
- Features: New library, auditorium, adult education and study spaces
- Groundbreaking ceremony held on May 1, 2025
- Largest bond project
Architectural Services
Cannon Design, Inc.
General Contractor
Vaughn Construction
Corporate Training Center
Estimated Completion: Dec. 2025
- Built for workforce innovation
- Groundbreaking ceremony held on November 14, 2024
Architectural Services
Kirksey Architecture
General Contractor
Tellepsen Builders
Public Safety Building
Estimated Completion: June 2026
- Enhanced public service programs with outdoor training space
- Groundbreaking ceremony held on November 14, 2024
Architectural Services
RDLR Architects
General Contractor
Durotech, Inc.
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