 | Board of Visitors minutes April 14, 1956 |  |
CHILDREN'S REHABILITATION CENTER
The President laid before the Board the following letter
Charlottesville, Virginia
April 11, 1956
President
University of Virginia
Confirming our conversation of this morning, we welcome the opportunity to
advise that the layout and design of the proposed Children's Rehabilitation Center
has been approved without qualification by representatives of the Clinical
Departments most concerned with the project, the Departments of Nursing Service,
Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Dietary, and the Hospital Administration.
It is the impression of all concerned that the building as designed is adequate and
admirably suited for the contemplated Children's Rehabilitation Program.
Functionally, it will provide for efficient operation both from a clinical and
administrative standpoint. The plans have also received favorable review by
informed individuals not connected with the University who have had extensive
experience in Children's Rehabilitation in the various specialized areas such as
clinical care, therapy, nursing and administration.
Director
Mr. Darden reported that the Art Commission had been critical of the proximity of the
proposed building to a bank, but said that this was one of the results of the functional
requirement of a one-story building: there had also, he said, been criticisms of the modern
design of the plans (already approved by the Board) though he felt personally that the distance
from the University prevented a discordant effect.
The Board resolved that the President be authorized to proceed with the construction of
the building on the proposed site as presently planned.
| Board of Visitors minutes April 14, 1956 | |