Bedan Kamau

The board meeting included several key agenda items, such as the approval of closed session items and recognition of St. John's Community Health for their partnership with Compton College, specifically regarding the campus health center and the future construction of a new 24/7 community health clinic. Additionally, the meeting featured updates from various representatives, including the student government, the academic senate, and a detailed presentation regarding the CalWORKs, TANF, and GAIN programs, highlighting student demographics, program success, retention rates, and future goals for CTE participation and certificate completion.

The committee discussed several ongoing facility projects, including renovations for the Student Services Building, Administration Building, Vocational Technology Building, and various science and math facilities. Updates were provided regarding the construction of student housing involving modular units. A financial and performance audit report for the Measure C and Measure CC General Obligation Bonds was reviewed, confirming compliance and accuracy with no questioned costs. Additionally, the committee reviewed institutional enrollment data, including FTES and headcount comparisons for the summer term.

The meeting included the approval of closed session agenda items, a student trustee swearing-in ceremony, and reports from the Academic Senate and the Certificated Employees union. Key discussions involved future agenda planning, academic freedom concerns in light of federal policy changes, requests for improved leave policies for faculty regarding family and health emergencies, and a focus on equity in workload distribution, particularly addressing tiered pay systems for nursing, lab, and CTE faculty compared to other instructors. Compensation was also identified as a critical priority for ongoing negotiations.

The board meeting included the approval of the closed session agenda and personnel items, along with corrections to agenda items. Recognitions were presented to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services for their partnership, as well as the student trustee, and several award winners for the civility, distinguished faculty, and distinguished administrator awards. A presentation regarding the Upwardbound Math and Science program was delivered, highlighting the program's successes, federally funded structure, and college access support for students.

This document outlines Compton College's seven strategic goals for 2026-2028, aligning them with the institution's 2035 Comprehensive Master Plan. Key priorities include enhancing transfer-level English and Math success, optimizing technology resources for student success, integrating AI as a strategic institutional tool, supporting equitable access and student return on investment, improving the student housing experience, ensuring capital construction oversight and fiscal stability, and effectively utilizing the Student-Centered Funding Formula. The plan aims to foster student success, ensure institutional sustainability, and meet community needs.