Automotive Careers Training Center
Driving the Present, Shifting the Future.
For nearly 60 years, Central Community College’s Hastings Campus has trained a skilled workforce in Automotive and Auto Body careers. The current automotive facility, originally built in 1943 as a transportation shop for the Naval Ammunition Depot, was converted for college use in 1966 and has been periodically updated. However, the 80-year-old building now presents limitations that restrict modern, high-tech training methods essential to today’s industry.
To meet these evolving needs, CCC is prioritizing the construction of a new 42,000-square-foot Automotive and Auto Body facility. As the largest project in the college’s five-year master facilities plan, this state-of-the-art building will enable students to train on industry-standard equipment in an environment that mirrors today’s automotive workplaces.
The total project cost is estimated at $23 million. Federal ARPA funds and nearly $15 million in college contributions have been allocated, leaving a gap of $3 million for construction and an additional $500,000 for scholarships and program support. The CCC Foundation board has launched a $3.5 million campaign to close this gap, ensuring a top-quality, modern educational environment that attracts students and prepares them for in-demand careers. The time is now to build a facility that meets current standards and strengthens CCC’s role in workforce development.
Automotive Careers Training Center Layout
Budget
| Sources | Amount |
|---|---|
| Federal ARPA | $4,700,000.00 |
| College Funds | $14,740,336.00 |
| Fundraising | $3,500,00.00 |
| Total Sources | $22,940,336.00 |
| Project Expenses | |
| Construction | $16,886,034.00 |
| Site Work | $790,874.00 |
| Construction Contingency | $537,129.00 |
| Furniture, Signage & Movable Equipment | $1,750,320.00 |
| Special & Technical Equipment | $406,692.00 |
| Architectural & Professional Services | $1,495,907.00 |
| Insurance, Soil, Permits, Relocation Costs | $180,180.00 |
| Scholarship & Program Endowment | $500,000.00 |
| Fundraising Costs | $60,800.00 |
| Uncollectible Pledge | $105,000.00 |
| Total Budget | $22,940,336.00 |
Naming Opportunities Available
| Availability | Quantity | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Automotive Technology Lab | 1 | $1.5 Million |
| Auto Body Technology | 1 | $1.5 Million |
| Grand Lobby | 1 | $500,000 |
| Parts & Tools Suite | 1 | $250,000 |
| Classrooms | 5 | $100,000 |
| Welding Lab | 1 | $75,000 |
| Paint Booth | 1 | $50,000 |
| Alignment Stalls | 2 | $50,000 |
| Wash Bay | 2 | $25,000 |
| Faculty Office | 2 | $25,000 |
| Automotive Stalls | 16 | $20,000 |
| Auto Body Stalls | 17 | $20,000 |
Be the Engine of Change for Automotive Training
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To make a monthly pledge, fill out our pledge card and return it to the CCC Foundation.
