Elizabeth Cantu

The council reviewed the 2010-11 budgeting plan, the Technology Plan, and the status of Program Reviews. Discussions covered the potential removal of the college from Warning Status and the authorization of Honorary Degrees for individuals affected by federal Executive Order 9066 during World War II. The council addressed the retitling of the Dean of Technology position to Chief Technology Officer and reviewed a report on the American Association of Community Colleges convention. Furthermore, the committee evaluated the implementation of the Follett Rental Program, funding improvements for Developmental Education, and institutional strategies regarding Student Learning Outcomes and completion rates.

The College Council meeting encompassed a comprehensive review of various sub-committee reports, covering topics such as competitive athletics, environmental health and safety, facilities improvement projects, and public relations initiatives. The council approved self-evaluation forms for itself and its sub-committees. Additionally, discussions were held regarding improving the efficiency of reporting structures, filling a vacancy on the Budget and Fiscal Planning Committee, and addressing the need for extended coverage hours for IT staff.

The Board meeting included several personnel-related resolutions, such as the appointment of an interim Dean, ratification of agreements with confidential employees, classified managers, and administrators, and the acceptance of multiple staff retirements and resignations. The Board approved the 2007-2008 tentative budget and set a date for a public hearing. Financial resolutions covered purchase orders, payroll and commercial warrants, and budget transfers. Additionally, the Board addressed educational matters including course revisions and additions, reviewed academic hiring policies, authorized student travel, approved an all-weather track contract, and finalized election specifications for the governing board.

The board meeting featured a presentation on the 2015 Student Success Scorecard, which provided an overview of the college profile, remediation rates, persistence metrics, unit completion statistics, and degree/transfer and Career Technical Education (CTE) rates. The discussion focused on the scorecard's role in promoting transparency, accountability, and the Student Success Initiative, including how the presented data is utilized by department chairs and its implications for accreditation.

The committee discussed the progress of the Regular Basic Course Level III, potential funding for an Instructor Development Course, and agency participation goals regarding driving instructors and Recruit Training Officers. They addressed budget expenditures supported by the Perkins Grant, ratified the Administration of Justice degree program, and conducted an election for the committee chairperson. Additionally, the committee received updates on student course requirements for double majors and information regarding certification equivalency for correctional officer positions.