Presented by “Weather Warriors” Susan Gardner Ann Elmer CIS 1020–045 Spring 2011

For President Bioteau Salt Lake Community College

Proposal Provide covered walkways between buildings Shelter students and faculty from inclement weather

Benefits Decrease travel time between classes Help prevent illness Reduce injuries Alleviate exposure Minimize tardies and absences Cost savings from reduced ground maintenance

Total Cost Benefits ExpenseBefore walkwayAfter walkwayTotal savings per yearTotal savings after 10 years Annual snow removal$5,000$1,000$4,000$40,000 Annual litigation$12,000$2,000$10,000$100,000 Total$17,000$3,000$14,000$140,000

Total Cost Benefits

Estimated Start-up Costs Estimated Start-Up Cost for 100' Length Material typeCostUnit length in feetQuantity Installation at $75/hrInstallation costTotal cost Wood$ $4,600 Plastic$ $5,183 Steel$ $6,850 Solar$ $8,750

Estimated Start-up Costs

Conclusion Don’t walk away from the benefits and safety we at Weatherproof Walkways can provide for the students and faculty at Salt Lake Community College

Thank you We would like to thank you, President Bioteau for taking time out of your busy schedule to review our proposal.