Mark Ramsey

The committee reviewed updates to the Flex schedule, including potential additional training sessions, and discussed the status of session proposals and the need for timely descriptions. There was a discussion regarding the distinction between Flex activities and broader professional development, as well as the importance of ongoing accessibility-focused workshops. The committee also considered scheduling conflicts, strategies for managing syllabi and Canvas systems to reduce faculty workload, and the need for better organization of faculty information resources.

The committee meeting included constituency updates from the CCFT and CCEU, as well as a progress report from the Cabrillo Rainbow Council. Members received a final reminder regarding annual reporting requirements for governance committees. The committee approved several policy and procedure updates as part of the spring review for Academic Affairs, Administrative Services, the President's Component, and Student Services. Additionally, the committee formally approved the CPC Charter and Membership document.

The committee meeting covered a range of safety-related topics including the status of ICE response training, protocols for individuals working alone after hours, and the management of chemical and biohazard spills. Members reviewed an outbreak of Norovirus at the childcare center, discussed the impact of pedestrian bridge construction on traffic flow, and addressed parking violations in fire lanes. Additionally, reports were provided regarding injury and illness incidents, drone operation policies, international travel insurance, and updates from the Sheriff's office and EH&S.

The committee reviewed and approved several course and program changes, including substantial updates to various photography, athletics, biology, and digital media courses. A new certificate for Community Health Worker Apprenticeship was discussed and will undergo further review. Several digital media and engineering courses were tabled for future consideration. The committee also discussed updates to the Math PLUS course corequisites to ensure compliance with AB705, reviewed progress on the new curriculum handbook, and approved the inactivation of the Animation Skills and Digital Publishing certificates.

The committee meeting covered updates on action items, including the Native Plant Garden project, parking permit waiver policies, and the annual committee report. Further discussions involved status reports on student housing and the pedestrian bridge project. Standing reports were provided regarding parking challenges, information technology office moves, facility rental status, athletics facility improvements, arts programs, and safety committee training initiatives.