Lorraine Brendal

The meeting agenda includes the election of a new co-chair for the 2026FA-2028SP term, and the second reading and action on several critical documents: the Institutional Self-Evaluation Report, the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan, and the Student Equity Plan 2025-2028. Additionally, the council will receive annual activity updates from the International Education Committee and the Technology Committee, as well as an informational update regarding the Strategic Enrollment Plan.

The council endorsed the 2026-2027 College Council Meeting Calendar and the 2026-2027 Summary of Prioritized Resource Requests. Discussions were held regarding the first reading of the 2026-2029 Equal Employment Opportunity Plan, focusing on recruitment strategies and demographic diversity. The Workplace Violence Prevention Plan was introduced, outlining reporting procedures and safety training requirements. Additionally, the council discussed strategies for engaging the college community in reviewing the mission, vision, and values, and received a progress update on the Institutional Self-Evaluation Report along with its timeline for board review. The meeting concluded with updates regarding leadership vacancies within the CSEA.

The board meeting included a closed session regarding labor negotiations and a performance evaluation for the President/Superintendent. During the open session, the board addressed a resolution for Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month, conducted standing reports from the Faculty Senate and Associated Students, and reviewed the third quarter financial report with budget adjustments. Additionally, the board considered management personnel items and received informational updates on successor contract proposals for labor unions and preparations for the upcoming commencement ceremony.

The College Council discussed several key initiatives including the nomination process for the 2026-2028 co-chair, the first reading of the 2026-2027 meeting calendar, and the endorsement of the 2026-2030 Technology Master Plan. Members evaluated the 2025-2028 Student Equity Plan, which did not receive endorsement, prompting plans for further collaboration and review. Additionally, the council reviewed recommendations for restructuring the Institutional Effectiveness Committee, received annual updates on the Resource Allocation Committee’s evaluation processes, and reviewed the 2026-2027 summary of prioritized resource requests and the Budget Committee's planning and financial oversight efforts.

The board addressed various items, including a public employee performance evaluation, an Earth Week proclamation, and a consent agenda covering payroll warrants, personnel actions, advisory committee appointments, and policy reviews. Discussion and action items included the Newark Center Student Housing Project, specifically concerning utility easements, issuance of student housing revenue bonds, and construction-related agreements. Additionally, the board considered management personnel items, an election for the CCCT Board of Directors, and a first reading of a policy review regarding board proclamations.