Emy Bagtas-Carmona

The meeting addressed several key items across study and regular sessions. The study session included presentations on sabbatical reports focusing on language learning methods and updating curriculum content. Discussions occurred regarding Revision of BP 2220 Committees of the Board, specifically the charge of the Sustainability Committee, and a Measure B update concerning construction projects, the Environmental Impact Report (EIR), and the potential refinancing of the Measure B Bond. The closed session involved conferences with legal counsel regarding existing litigation and anticipated litigation, as well as labor negotiations. During the regular session, an emergency purchase order for proactive cleaning services due to COVID-19 was added and approved. The Board also reported out on closed session matters, including the approval of a settlement agreement regarding by-trustee-area elections (Redistricting Resolution 2020-03) and a settlement resolving litigation with Kentfield School District. Public comments focused heavily on the impact of eliminating lower-level math classes (AB 705). The Senate reported on the success metrics of AB 705 initiatives, noting increased throughput and improved success rates for African American students. Tentative agreements with the California School Employees Association (CSEA) were discussed and approved. Finally, various administrative and personnel recommendations were approved via the consent calendar, and specific Measure B contracts and amendments were approved.

Key discussions included an update on the design development for the College of Marin (COM) and Marin Fire Public Safety Training Center (Fire Foundry) project, which requires future design approval. The Board authorized staff to proceed with the next step in exploring the Oak Hill Affordable Workforce Housing Guarantor Financing Program, involving a good-faith evaluation and negotiation of agreement details, following significant public comment both supporting and opposing the project based on financial risk and community need. The Board reviewed and discussed proposed furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) for the Center for Student Success (CSS), noting future approval steps. An update on Public Agency Retirement Services (PARS) highlighted growing pension liabilities and recommended further analysis of investment strategies. Discussions around Student Trustee Board Membership led to plans to formalize training, clarify swearing-in procedures, and allow subcommittee participation. Reports were received from the Academic Senate regarding faculty concerns, the Classified Senate on staff engagement, and the Student Senate on legislative updates. A sabbatical report was presented by a Social Sciences instructor, and a Workforce Development update highlighted successful program growth and partnerships. Planning for the College of Marin's Centennial was reviewed, as was the Hamilton Redevelopment Bond update and the migration from the BoardDocs platform to Diligent Community. Multiple items were approved via the Consent Calendar, including personnel recommendations, budget transfers, contracts, and Measure B actions related to Gilbane Building Company and Inspection Services Inc. The Board also approved a resolution for Earth Day, the resolution authorizing pursuit of the Oak Hill Project guarantee, nominations for the CCCT Board election, annual audit arrangements, and a new 5-year contract for Vending Machine Services with Canteen. A public hearing and subsequent approval were given for the District's initial proposals for the successor agreement with SEIU Local 1021. Several Board Policies were reviewed for information, and the minutes from the March 11, 2025 Board Meeting were approved.

The meeting began with the adoption of the agenda and public comments, which included concerns regarding ethnic studies materials and omissions in history curricula. Key discussions focused on the upcoming CPPSAC Report to the COM Board of Trustees regarding the potential non-renewal of the Marin County Sheriff substation lease. The Council provided guidance to student representatives on presenting the report, emphasizing clarification on campus safety definitions and presentation techniques. The Council reviewed past actions regarding the Sheriff's Substation lease termination and discussed the rationale behind their recommendations, considering stakeholder input, including comments regarding the Sheriff's cooperation with ICE. The 2026 meeting schedule was reviewed and approved. Due to time constraints, Emergency Preparedness and the future location of the COM Police Department were not fully discussed, though related items were scheduled for the next meeting. Action was taken to update the Board report draft based on the meeting's input.

The meeting focused on procedural matters, including adopting the agenda and calling the meeting to order. Key discussions centered on the continuation of the review of Chapter BPs & APs. Specific policies reviewed included BP 2355 Decorum, where the committee decided not to explicitly define "presiding officer." For BP 4235 Credit by Examination, the committee discussed the accompanying procedure (AP 4235), noting that compliance requirements necessitate approval at the subsequent Board meeting, and addressed the wording in the Academic Senate's proposed language. Other reviewed items included AP 6365 Contracts -- Accessibility of Information Technology and AP 7337 Fingerprinting, which was returned with revisions regarding exceptions to offenses cited by Education Code § 87011. Goals for the 2021 Policy Review Committee were also discussed, emphasizing the application of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) to policy reviews and prioritizing updates to older policies and those related to accreditation requirements, alongside ongoing work concerning Title IX and Title 5 updates.

The meeting commenced with the introduction of a new student representative and announcements regarding resignations from the Council, requiring subsequent recruitment efforts. Key discussions involved follow-up items from previous meetings, specifically employee training on responding to potential ICE enforcement, distribution of updated immigration FAQs and resources, and planning for a forthcoming Center for Student Success (CSS). Concerns were raised about potentially relocating the campus police department to the Student Services Building alongside student-facing services. The Council successfully recommended relocating the bookstore to the Student Services Building and moving the Police Department to the current bookstore location. Furthermore, an update on the proposed short-term lease for the Marin County Sheriff Substation was provided, and the update was added as a recurring agenda item. The Ad Hoc Committee presented two versions of a proposed definition for campus safety, which was discussed for further revision and future presentation to the Board of Trustees. The council also reviewed the updated drafts of the District Police policy and procedures.