Today I visited the SPU campus and met with Judy Bruce, the person who
handles facility rentals. I was very favorably impressed with what she
showed me.
Here's a description of the facility...
It's a large classroom adjacent to an even larger space
that I would describe as a "common area", all contained within
one large building. There are a couple of smaller offices off to
the side. Some of the features include:
-Movable tables and chairs in both the classroom and the common area.
The classroom will hold forty-plus people easily, and we would be able to
use the common area for auctions. Both areas are brightly lit and
cheerful.
-The classroom comes with a pull down screen, window shades and a
built-in computer and projector for Powerpoint presentations. The
computer is connected to the internet.
-Judy has to get a final OK on storing our cabinet, but she didn't
think it would be a problem.
-The building opens onto a circular courtyard,and the courtyard is
accessible via wide outdoor stairways
no worse than the stairway at the aquarium. There is a
wheelchair lift that rides up the stairs, if needed (advance notice
required). There's even a loading area and ramp for bringing in auction
stuff.
- We can have food there, and there is a convenience store located a
few yards away that sells food, coffee etc.
-Judy assured me that there is ample free parking in the evenings.
The parking is close to the building.
-The cost for renting is $75.00/month.
This is a really nice modern campus. They have a security force. The
campus is easy to get to from I-5 and 99. There are plenty of signs
directing you to the campus. Judy is extremely friendly and
helpful.
I strongly encourage anyone and everyone on this list, especially current
board members, to visit the campus and check this facility out before any
final decisions are made. Judy would be glad to make any necessary
arrangements for a member to view the facility at their convenience
either morning, afternoon or evening. Her telephone number is (206)
281-2058; email jbruce@spu.edu, her office is in building #29 on the map
(the address is 3220 6th Ave. West).
The name of the building where we would meet is called Weter Hall, #28 on
the map. The parking is the area marked 45 on the map.