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The following are major site prepation and construction priorities for Library Commons each month.
The PAC Tower 1 elevator was repaired today and is back in service. Unfortunately, Kone was not able to repair the PAC Tower 2 and Brookens library-side elevators, so both remain offline at this time.
We will continue to share updates as more information becomes available.
Business Services Building (BSB) 33
Email: facilities@uis.edu
Greetings, Campus Community,
The Tower 1 elevator is being taken offline temporarily pending inspection and operational assessment by Kone.
Please note that the Tower 2 elevator remains out of service due to issues obtaining the parts necessary to make repairs.
The Tower 3 elevator is open and available for use. The contractor is aware and able to assist as needed.
Please report any issues to facilities@uis.edu. And as always, don't hesitate to reach out with questions.
Cabling work for the VAV (Variable Air Volume) infrastructure on the 4th floor of UHB will begin on Wednesday, July 30, and is expected to continue for approximately 2-3 weeks. During this period, technicians will be working to install and configure the necessary cabling for the system.
Every effort will be made to minimize disruptions, but there may be work materials in the hallways and some areas may experience temporary fluctuations in room temperature.
Facilities and Services will oversee the inspection of fire alarm systems in the coming week. This is primarily a visual inspection, but there will be brief, intermittent activations of alarm horns and strobe lights as part of inspection procedures.
Please see the building inspection schedule below:
The Tower 2 elevator is temporarily out of service. Kone is expected to arrive on campus around mid-day today to make repairs.
The Tower 3 is currently being used by the contractor to transport materials but is available for use if needed. Please exercise caution if using the Tower 3 elevator.
Thank you for your understanding and continued patience.
Business Services Building (BSB) 33
As site preparation and construction for Library Commons continues between the Health Sciences Building (HSB) and Student Union, please avoid walking through parking Lot A-North and the sidewalks surrounding the construction area. Large machinery will be used and materials will be transported within the construction zone and nearby areas. To ensure safety, please use caution when walking near HSB and the Student Union.
Greetings UIS Community,
The PAC plumbing project is progressing well and is on schedule with approximately 40-50% of the initial project phase completed.
As part of this current phase, temporary adjustments will be made to elevator and entrance availability:
F&S Newsletter for July 2025
The elevator in PAC Tower 1 has been taken out of service for the near future. Substantial repairs are necessary, which may take some time to complete.
We will share status updates as they become available.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Business Services Building (BSB) 33
Email: facilities@uis.edu
Phone: (217) 206-6530