The gross building area is 430,000 sq. ft., inclusive of the concourse area. It has four floors with the typical floor plate being 90,000 - 95,000 sq. ft. (floor plans)
Many historic features of the building are respected; the original flooring is recovered (Italian terrazzo on the main loor and concourse), its generous floor to ceiling wall height is maintained, and the large atrium is being carved into the building’s centre (artist's renderings). It offers many convenient locations for meeting rooms, lounges and office services. Fibre optic linkage to the University will allow retention of current telephone numbers and computer access, and wireless communication will be available throughout.
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Univ. Extension Ctr.
(current space)
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Enterprise Square
(new space)
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| Classrooms |
13 small
6 medium
3 large
2 tiered
3 computer labs
3 studios
Total of 30 rooms
31 with partition in place |
13 small
7 medium
5 large
2 tiered
3 computer labs
3 studios
Total of 33 rooms
35 with partitions in place |
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| Meeting rooms |
1 small
1 medium
1 large
several informal |
4 small
3 medium
2 large
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| Staffing space |
Approx. 90 staff offices/workstations;
limited
growth
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Existing staff complement, plus 20% future growth.
Additional "hotelling" (flex) space |
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| Size |
Approx. 4500 sq. m. |
Approx. 5000 sq. m. |
— LRT stations
Taking public transportation? Find Trip Plans for a specific date and time with the ETS trip planner
With the building fully re-opening, the City and the University of Alberta will link the LRT and pedway connections to the project.
View a map and rate chart of parking options within a 2-block radius of Enterprise Square.
Taking public transportation? Find Trip Plans for a specific date and time with the ETS trip planner. See Google Maps for LRT access.
The design of all space within Enterprise Square has been examined for security, and security systems (staff, monitoring systems) are being developed. These will be coordinated with both University-wide programs and the downtown security systems that provide excellent security today. Additional staffing during initial stages is anticipated to address any unanticipated matters. Edmonton Police Service (EPS), Edmonton Transit System (ETS), and neighbouring buildings work together in an integrated approach to ensuring a safe environment.
The University of Alberta will also provide a service to students who wish to be escorted to their vehicles in designated parking facilities surrounding Enterprise Square. You can book this service at the GARDA security desk located in the foyer at Enterprise Square.
ETS Security
ETS Security for 2007
The ETS has conducted a new strategy to transit security. "Security is Everybody's Business". This strategy holds all ETS staff accountable for incidents occurring within ETS situations: bus operators, bus drivers, meter maids, etc.
The ETS tracks, logs and analyses all incidents reported. They use this information to predict the "hot times" for crime to happen in certain areas.
The ETS has received $2.25 million for security upgrades and the budget for security training has also increased for the year 2007.
The Current ETS Situation
Crime on transit is on the decline. In 2006, 2400 incidents were reported, which is an insignificant number considering there were 57.5 million riders that year.
ETS security is responsible for all of the walkways and pedways that connect to the transit stations and there are cameras throughout.
An ETS security Peace Officer has the same level of authority as a police officer, as long as they are within their jurisdiction.
What You Can do to Help
When it comes to security of parked cars in "Park and Ride" situations, the ETS is urging the public to take an active role in helping to prevent theft. Mike Derbyshire urges people to lock up any valuables and refrain from leaving change out in the open. If there is nothing visible, there is a lesser chance that anything will be taken.
More information can be found on www.takeets.com as well as www.edmonton.ca