The fountain next to the Science and Engineering building is being renovated over the holiday break. According to Joe Patterson, the president of the Engineers Club, the fountain has not been used in the last two years that he has been at Bakersfield College.
The fountain is located in the quad area of the Science and Engineering building.
Richard Knight, the club’s vice president, said the fountain hasn’t run since the spring of 1991.
The Engineers Club has been working on the fountain this semester and members of the club plan to work on it through the break.
According to Patterson, renovations will include a new pump and filter; a new coat of dark blue paint; and the removal of the pillars in the center of the fountain. The club also plans to incorporate a tile logo with the BC emblem.
The Engineers Club has been collecting funds, holding fund-raisers and collecting parts and equipment. The club will work with the Maintenance Department on the project.
“We would like to have other clubs participate in some areas. We need help with landscaping and other things,” Patterson said.
Those who would like to help or participate in the project can contact Patterson at 588-8565 or e-mail him at [email protected].