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the public sewer is left to be done by December 2015.

Campus Electrical Distribution Upgrade

This project involves the installation of a new 24kVa

high-voltage supply and distribution system around the

campus with transformers and selected security lighting

to meet existing and future power requirements. The

routing and technical specifications for the project were

reviewed, re-measured and re-scoped. The installation

of the upgraded line was completed on March 21, 2015

and the project now awaits commissioning pending

approval of new metering from the JPS.

Residential Hall Expansion

The female hall of residence Amy Jacques Garvey

Hall was renovated and expanded. This project

commenced on April 22, 2013 and was executed by

the contractor Sharecon Construction Limited at a

cost of $78,362,560; the duration of the contract was

thirty-four (34) weeks. At the end of the expansion the

facility boast, seventeen new dorm rooms, a computer

room, two kitchenettes, two new Resident Manager’s

quarters, a Lobby/waiting area and new bathrooms.

Dennis Johnson Halls of Residence

The Dennis Johnson Hall of Residence was renovated

and expanded to provide a better facility that provided

accommodation in a more structured and convenient

way. This project was executed by Sharecon Limited

at a cost of $80,646,366 which commenced on March

29, 2013. The design affords the following amenities,

Resident Manager’s Quarters, Reception Area, 3

Kitchens, Administrative Office, Common Dining Area,

Laundry Room, 1 Bedroom Suite, Living Area & Foyer,

Computer Room, Massage Therapy Sauna, Expansive

Balconies, 9 Dormitory Quarters, Recreational Areas

and restrooms.

Renovated halls of residence

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University of Technology, Jamaica

• ANNUAL REPORT 2014-2015