Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Richard Thoele’s organization
Oct 15, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Pccd Online Learning And Student Support Subcommittee Meeting Minutes
The meeting focused on the approval of a new Tri-Chair structure and the development of AI AP 3557, with specific attention to accessibility requirements under Section 504 and 508, as well as necessary training alignment. Members also discussed organizing a panel presentation for the Equity Rubric at OTC and strategized on funding and timelines for POCR work and DE initiatives across district colleges. Finally, updates were provided regarding the status of the AI use resolution across several campus committees.
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Peralta Colleges Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting
The board discussed the commitment to high-performing governance and ethical protocols. Reports were presented by the student government, the classified senate, and the district academic senate, covering topics such as campus events, professional development funding plans, organizational transformation, and instruction modality updates. Public comments addressed concerns regarding student basic needs, food insecurity, and reported issues of harassment and lack of accommodations for students.
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Peralta Community College District Board Chancellor's Report
The Chancellor's report highlighted the recognition of three colleges as Pathway Champions by the Campaign for College Opportunity for their work in removing barriers to student success. Updates were provided on the branding identity progress for Oakland City College, including the selection of a panther mascot and a community design challenge. Finally, the Chancellor promoted the upcoming Peralta Pumpkin Pursuit fundraiser and emphasized the importance of recognizing employee dedication and celebrating institutional accomplishments.
Sep 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Peralta Colleges Board of Trustees Board Meeting
The board meeting primarily featured public comments regarding the district's retention of the law firm Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for labor negotiations with the SEIU. Speakers raised significant concerns regarding the substantial financial costs associated with external legal counsel and questioned the firm's negotiation tactics. Additionally, union representatives argued for greater parity in vacation time accrual between classified employees and management, advocating for more direct engagement with district leadership during contract discussions.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
