An Unattractive Nuisance is Finally Removed
Jenna McKay, Staff Writer

There will be a bit more hustle and bustle around campus as building 209 is torn down and way is made for a bit more green at CSUMB. Plans are currently set to remove a non-used and decapitated building to improve the appearance and safety of the Quad. This space is reserved as a permanent open space, according to CSUMB President Dianne Harrison.

Some students believe the building should have been renovated like the other residence halls. Robert Graham, Associated Students President said, “I think that would have been a great place to put student activities, expand ASAP, [and] give teachers in different departments actual office rooms. Even as a place for students to have offices like clubs and different organizations on campus.”

The building will come down fairly quickly, despite the contractor pulling any remaining recyclable materials off and out of the structure. According to Joan Weiner’s e-mail, heaters, electrical equipment, plumbing pipes, light fixtures, door and window frames, etc. as well as any steel and rebar will be pulled from the concrete and recycled.

The building will come down in three stages. First, contractors have identified and planned the demolition of the structure. Abatement will follow, removing and

properly disposing of any harmful materials in the air. An industrial hygienist will test the building and secure it for further deconstruction.

On Thursday, electricity was cut to the building, as well as 210 and 211. This allowed for the contractor to begin the demolition process. Monday, heavy machinery will be brought in to allow the concrete to be removed and heavier pieces to be broken down.

Divarty Street will remain closed until the completion of the deconstruction.