1. West hills CCD and Quay valley partnership
Frank Gornick, Chancellor
West Hills Community College District

2. The relentless pursuit of student success.
GROW Holdings, LLC
Green Renewable Organic & Water
It will be a model town for the 21st Century that combines the best qualities of smart growth, sustainability, agriculture, green building, advanced transportation systems, and cutting-edge technologies, while preserving and enhancing the natural surroundings and environment.
GROW Holdings, LLC is planning the development of a 7,200-acre master planned community in Kings County – also known as Quay Valley.
WHCCD Vision
The relentless pursuit of student success.

3. The relentless pursuit of student success.
GROW Holdings, LLC
A state-of-the-art education system will be developed, a University Research Park and other facilities that include the establishment of The California Institute of Sustainability and InnovationTM. GROW Holdings and the West Hills Community College District share the vision of developing ways to enrich West Hills’ students, as well as members of the surrounding communities with applied educational opportunities and experience.
WHCCD Vision
The relentless pursuit of student success.

4. The relentless pursuit of student success.
The Project
The project provides educational, experiential, and applied learning opportunities across multiple disciplines for college students.
The project integrates West Hills students and faculty in areas including agriculture (Farm of the Future), hospitality and culinary, engineering, welding and construction, water technology, art, and early childhood education.
WHCCD Vision
The relentless pursuit of student success.

5. The relentless pursuit of student success.
The Project – Location
1 hour to the coast, Sierras, Bakersfield, and the Fresno Yosemite International Airport
50 minutes to Paso Robles wine country
Less than 3 hours to Los Angeles, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco
2,300,000 residents within a 1 hour drive
27,000,000 residents within a 3 hour drive
12,000,000 vehicle trips through the site per year on Interstate 5
WHCCD Vision
The relentless pursuit of student success.

6. The Project – Potential Components
“Green Collar” Job Training Program
Culinary program which reflects the vision of Quay Valley
Satellite West Hills College facilities on land provided in the University Research Park
100-acre vineyard and winery
U-Pick Farm, open to the public
1,000 acres of agriculture
Cutting-edge water technologies
Hydroponics systems
Hyperloop
New Building Technologies
Public art competitions
Pre-K through 16 education systems to include up to 20 new schools
Sustainability certification program through West Hills
WHCCD Vision
The relentless pursuit of student success.

7. The relentless pursuit of student success.
The Quay Valley Vision
Create a Better Town with Sustainability Principles
Incorporate the Latest Technologies in All Areas
Net Zero Town Powered by Renewable Energy
Walkability Throughout the Community
Housing that is Affordable
Great Schools
Solid Jobs Base
World Class Destinations and Recreation
Create Strong Community Involvement or Interaction
Honor the Agricultural Heritage of Kings County
Provide the California Dream for All
WHCCD Vision
The relentless pursuit of student success.

8. The relentless pursuit of student success.
Questions?
WHCCD Vision
The relentless pursuit of student success.