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Published on 5/3/2021.

Audit Committee of the Board

The Audit Committee met prior to the regular meeting of the Board to discuss the various COVID Relief funds the District has received to date. We also talked about the preliminary budget and a projected budget forecast given current budget assumptions.

Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees

Comments/Board Business

Land Acknowledgement:  President of the Board Danny Kelley read a formal statement that recognizes and respects the Indigenous Peoples as the original stewards of the land that College of the Redwoods occupies. 

We acknowledge that the land on which we are gathered today is unceded territory of the Wiyot people who continue to live and thrive on this land today. It is surrounded by the traditional, ancestral, and present homeland of several indigenous nations including the Hupa, Karuk, Mattole, Tolowa, Wailaki, and Yurok that make up Humboldt and Del Norte Counties.

Member Comments: Trustee Biggin commented on the talent of our faculty and staff. Trustee Dr. Mullery mentioned her experience with CR’s plant sale. Vice President Mathews commented on her participation on Workforce Summit. President Kelley noted that he attended the dinner celebrating newly tenured faculty.

Trustee Dr. Robertson thanked Molly Blakemore for the virtual tour of the tiny house. She also discussed the Board/CEO relationship and student participation on the Board.

Board Committee Reports: Vice President of the Board Mathews reported that the Audit Committee and the Board self-evaluation committee met. Trustee Dr. Mullery noted that the President Evaluation Committee met and will discuss the results of the survey. Trustee Dr. Robertson commented on the work of the Advocacy committee.

Determine Student Trustee Privileges: Pursuant with the Board calendar, the Trustees reviewed the privileges of the student trustee for the upcoming academic year. The Trustees agreed to increase the compensation of the student trustee to the same level of the regular Trustees. I agreed to provide the student trustee with a free parking permit and include their picture in the boardroom.

Board of Trustees 2021-22 State Legislation and Budget Position Statement: The Board's Ad Hoc Committee on Advocacy developed a position statement for the Board's review and approval.  I attached the statement to this summary article.

Consent Calendar Action Items

Approve/Ratify Personnel Actions: By Board action, we welcome Courtney Harte-Bukoske, Student Services Specialist II – Pelican Bay (General Fund), Anna Villagomez, Student Development Advisor – Adult and Community Education (ACE Fund), Carolyn Perkins, Assistant Professor, Social Work and Human Services, non-tenure track (Grant Fund), and Clinton Slaughter, Vice President of Student Services (General Fund). We also welcome Jason Maki (Coaching Eureka) and Kim Price (Fire Technology – Eureka) as new associate faculty.

I want to congratulate the following colleagues for their change in employee status:

• Jennifer Bailey, Evaluation Specialist, .60 FTE to Interim Manager of Articulation Services, .63 FTE effective July 1, 2021 – June 16, 2022 (General Fund)
• Ashley Knowlton, Assistant Professor, English – Pelican Bay, non-tenure track to Assistant Professor, English – Pelican Bay, tenure-track (General Fund)
• Anthony Finck, Head Chef and Dining Coordinator, Range 120, Step 12 to Head Chef and Dining Coordinator, Range 120, Step 12 plus 15 percent out-of-class pay to assume various duties while his supervisor is out on leave effective July 1, 2021 – November 30, 2021 (Auxiliary Fund)

The Board ratified my acceptance of the resignation of Mark Drown, Veterans Program Coordinator. His last day of employment will be May 7, 2021.

The following faculty, staff, managers, and confidential employees have elected to take advantage of the Supplemental Early Retirement Program (SERP).

• Timothy Baker, Professor, Forestry and Natural Resources – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Patricia Blair, Professor, Lead Learning Disability Specialist/Coordinator of DSPS – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• James Carr, Maintenance Specialist III, Waste Water – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Catherine Cox, Director, Library and ASC - last day of employment June 30, 2021
• David Holper, Professor, English – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Kenneth Letko, Professor, English – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Lorraine Pedrotti, Administrative Secretary – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• James M. Renner, Professor, Computer Information Systems/Geology – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Franz Rulofson, Professor, Agriculture – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Katie Schoenfield, Professor, Nursing – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Debbie Topping, Administrative Office Coordinator – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Danny Walker, Professor, Welding – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• John Walsh, Maintenance Specialist III, Waste Water – last day of employment June 30, 2021
• Susan Wiegman, Human Resources Analyst – last day of employment June 30, 2021

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I want to thank the abovementioned colleagues for their long and faithful service to the District. I wish them well in retirement.

Approve Request for Proposals for Window Replacement and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Inspection and Cleaning Service Providers: The Trustees approved my request to publish Request for Proposals (RFPs) to replace windows and to inspect and clean building HVAC systems to support the health and well-being of our students and staff as we return to in-person operations.  Our facilities department is planning to replace 54 small fixed windows in the Science and Humanities class rooms with operable windows. They will also apply the same approach to several windows in the Student Services/Administration (SS/Admin) and Applied Technology (AT) buildings. Our current estimate is that 70-75 windows may be replaced.  The HVAC inspections and cleanings will focus on the SS/Admin, Science, Humanities, and AT 100. 

Approve Request for Qualifications for Construction Contractors for Capital Outlay Projects: The Board approved my request to publish a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for Capital Outlay Construction Contractors as we move into the construction phase of both the Creative Arts Drop and Replace and Physical Education Replacement state funded capital outlay projects. 

Action/Discussion Items

Ratify Supplemental Employee Retirement Plan (SERP): The Board ratified the final implementation of the SERP. I provided a list of SERP participants in the Approve/Ratify Personnel Actions agenda item included in this summary. We had a total of 14 employees who elected to participate in the SERP. Our total actual savings for the SERP totaled $1,596,000 while the final net 5-year savings analysis was $1,153,045.

Monthly Financial Status Report:  Our April report covered the July 1, 2020 to March 31, 2021, period. Here are few takeaways from the report:

• State Apportionment Revenue is still trending lower than last year as a result of the apportionment deferrals.
• We received the first Lottery receipt for the fiscal year in March.  While this was the second quarter allocation, there were no funds allocated for the first quarter. 
• Overall, revenues are less than at this point in time last year.
• Salary and Benefit expenses are coming in slightly under budget. Fixed Expenses are trending higher partially due to an unexpected increase in water charges, as well as the payment of the final Incurred but not Reported (IBNR) invoice from North Coast School’s Medical Insurance Group.
• Our overall expenses are trending lower than last year.
• The amount of cash in the County Treasury is down to $222,327.  The funds from the TRAN will be reflected in the April Monthly Financial Status Report.
• The monthly financial status report shows a projected 2020-21 ending fund balance of 10.5%, or $3,287,334. 
• We still believe that the District will have $5,000,000 in apportionment deferrals.  What this means is that although the fund balance is $3,287,334, the District may not have the cash to back it until the deferred payments are received from the State.

Authorize Sale of Construction Technology House #45, APN 010-193-003, Main House 2004 G Street, Eureka, CA 95501 and Accessory Dwelling Unit 628 Sonoma Street, Eureka CA 95501 with a $599,000 Listing Price and Authorize the President/Superintendent to Accept a Reasonable Offer and to Execute the Required Documents: The Career Education Division has developed an integrated educational program, using the house as a basis for architectural design, carpentry, cabinetry, and electrical services.  The Board approved the sales plan for Construction Technology House #45.  The suggested listing price of $599,000.00 was recommended.

Approve Creative Arts Project Working Drawings and Proceed to Bid Package Letter: The Board approved the Creative Arts Plan and Bid Approval Request Letter. The letter seeks final plan and bid document approvals from the Chancellor’s Office and the Department of Finance to release available construction funding and provide the necessary approvals to advertise for construction bids from pre-qualified contractors.

Informational Reports

Presentation of California School Employees Association College of the Redwoods Chapter 509 initial bargaining proposals to the Redwoods Community College District: The CSEA sunshined their initial bargaining proposal with the District. I anticipate sunshinning the District’s bargaining proposal at the June board meeting.

Draft Annual Institutional Plan: We provided the District’s draft 2021-22 annual plan to the Board as information. I want to thank Paul Chown for his excellent leadership in guiding the development of this annual plan with the IEC.

2021-22 Preliminary Budget: We presented the District’s 2021-22 Preliminary Budget and multi-year budget forecast to the Board as an informational item. We incorporated budget assumptions from the Governor’s January Budget Proposal, the California Community College Chancellor's Office (CO), and the Legislative Analyst's (LAO) Office to develop the budget.

Here are a few takeaways from the Preliminary Budget:

• The 2020-21 Final Budget Report, approved by the Board of Trustees on September 1, 2020, included an ending fund balance of 9.0%, which increased to 10.5% as the result of an adjustment to the beginning fund balance in February 2021.  
• The Governor’s 2021-22 January Budget Proposal included a 1.5% cost of living adjustment (COLA) in 2021-22 for California Community Colleges. We assumed the Governor's 1.5% COLA projection for 2021-22. The multi-year forecasts were based on COLA estimates: the 2022-23 estimated COLA is 1.5% and the 2023-24 estimated COLA was 2.0%. 
• Two revenue scenarios presented in the 2021-22 Preliminary Budget reflected the fluidity of the Chancellor's Office and State budget assumptions.  The first scenario assumed the Hold Harmless provision for State apportionment.
• The Hold Harmless provision guarantees that a district’s State apportionment will not be less than the 2017-18 amount plus cumulative COLA.  The COLA was 2.71% in 2018-19, 3.26% in 2019-20, 0% in 2020-21, and estimated to be 1.5% in 2021-22.  We see the Hold Harmless scenario as worst-case.
• The second scenario assumed apportionment per the Student Centered Funding Formula (SCFF). Our best case budget scenario used a SCFF revenue calculated by increasing the 2020-21 First Principal SCFF Total Computational Revenue (TCR) by the assumed 1.5% COLA.  As the budget development process moves into the Tentative and Final phases, SCFF revenue will be calculated using projected metrics.
• Other State revenue included a decrease in Unrestricted Lottery revenue in 2021-22, with slight increases in the out-years due to a projected rebound in enrollment and a continued recovery of the State's economy.  Other Local revenue included a Non-Resident Tuition increase in each year based off an estimated recovery of non-resident students.
• Salary, benefit and fixed expenditures were the same for both revenue scenarios.  Salaries include a step increase and an estimated 1.5% COLA pass-through in 2021-22, and step only increases for 2022-23 and 2023-24.  Benefits included medical, dental, and vision rate estimates, and a 3% increase was applied in 2022-23 and 2023-24.  For 2021-22 the estimated STRS rate was 15.92% and PERS was 23.0%.; in 2022-23 STRS was 18.2% and PERS 25.0%; and in 2023-24 the STRS rate was 18.6% and PERS is 25.6%.   
• In the Hold Harmless scenario, the 2021-22 increase in Other Operating expenses included the partial re-instatement of the PE/Athletics discretionary budget.  Other operating expenses in 2022-23 and 2023-24 were increased slightly from 2021-22 levels. 

The 2021-22 Hold Harmless Transfers Out were comprised of the following:

•      $90,000         Child Development Center
•      $50,991         Shively Farm
• $1,020,000         OPEB fund
• $1,160,991         Transfers Out Total

Given the Hold Harmless assumptions, the 2021-22 ending fund balance estimate was 10.9%.

• In the SCFF scenario, the 2021-22 increase in Other Operating expenses includes the partial re-instatement of the PE/Athletics discretionary budget as well as $500,000 to address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, as recommended by the Board of Trustees.  The additional $500,000 is included in 2022-23 and 2023-24 to continue to support DEI initiatives, or other possible budget recommendation priorities.

The 2021-22 SCFF Transfers Out are comprised of the following:

     $90,000      Child Development Center

     $50,991      Shively Farm

$1,020,000      OPEB fund

$1,000,000      Capital Outlay - Technology Replacement and Facilities Repair and Maintenance

$2,160,991      Transfers Out Total

Given the SCFF assumptions, the 2021-22 ending fund balance estimate was 11.5%.

• A Tentative Budget that I will present to the Board in June will incorporate the Governor’s May Revised Budget information (which I expect by May 14).  In September, the Board will approve a Final Budget which includes actions taken by the Governor and the Legislature to finalize the State’s budget.

Succession Plan Guidelines: The Board of Trustees directed me to draft a set of succession plan guidelines for executive and senior level positions at the April 6 2021, Board of Trustees meeting. I attached the succession plan guidelines to this summary as information.

Results of Survey Regarding Faculty and Staff Concerns with Expanding Operations: Also at the April 6, 2021 Board of the Trustees meeting, the Trustees directed me to present a list of the top five concerns faculty and staff have regarding the expansion of District operations in fall 2021. Our IR department deployed a survey on April 8 to ask how faculty and staff feel about the College’s readiness for returning to in-person operations. The survey had six questions, four of which allowed respondents to post comments. The survey results were collected on Monday, April 19.

I sent an email to all employees on April 22 inviting them to review a summary of the results. I learned shortly after my email was disseminated that the message may not have reached everyone because of a problem with our email server. The complete survey results may be found by clicking on “Results of Return-to-Work Concerns Survey at https://www.redwoods.edu/about-us/Home/Presidents-Office

Administrative Reports

President/Superintendent's Report: Here are a few topics I covered in my written report:

• Representatives from CR and HSU gathered for a second summit on April 30 to celebrate the outstanding work that faculty and staff have done to further the collaboration between the two institutions and to plan next moves.  I want to recognize and thank Dr. Tom Jackson for his outstanding leadership and willingness to work closely with CR. Dr. Jackson and I agreed to develop a yearend report highlighting the work that has been accomplished in the CR/HSU partnership. We also agreed to include an addendum to the current MOU that memorializes the actionable initiatives that will be completed next year. College of the Redwoods could not have asked for a better educational partner than Dr. Jackson and his administration.
• I congratulated Dr. Angelina Hill for getting her proposal "How Technology can have Observable Long-Term & Large-Scale Impacts on Student Outcomes" accepted to the 2021Joint Professional Military Education Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (JSOTL) Forum. The JSOTL forum brings together scholars and practitioners across the U.S. Department of Defense, U.S. international military partners, and civilian higher education to focus on teaching and learning challenges relevant to service members in particular. This virtual forum will be hosted on May 11, 2021. 
• In preparation for the return to in-person operations on June 1, we are moving forward to implement the necessary components of the Return to In-Person Work plans submitted by all departments. What follows is a list of actions that the Administration has taken to mitigate the risk of the virus.
  • Informational signage and physical controls will be updated to reflect current CDC, State, and County guidelines.
  • HVAC system filters have been upgraded to the recommended MERV 13 rating.
  • Air purifiers are being purchased for classrooms and office areas.
  • Cost proposals are being requested to install operable windows in various locations in Science, Humanities, and Student Services/Administration and for cleaning duct systems in various locations.
  • Drinking fountains will be replaced or modified to include bottle-filling capabilities.
  • Outdoor seating and tables will be placed throughout campus for open space social distancing.
  • Canopy tents will be placed near the residence halls, Dining Services, and other open space locations to allow for covered exterior social distancing.
  • Physical barriers such as Plexiglas will be installed in workspaces as requested per Return to In-Person Work departmental plans.
  • PPE supplies such as single-use cloth and surgical masks, N95 masks, gloves (S,M,L,XL), hand sanitizer, hand and sanitizer wipes, and wristbands have been warehoused on the Eureka Campus for departments to order.
  • Hire additional custodial staff and public safety officers for the Eureka and Del Norte Campuses.
  • Issue a directive to all managers and administrators to enforce mask mandates and protocols as outlined by the CDC and the Humboldt County Health Department.
  • Direct the Facilities Department to enforce mask mandates and safety protocols with contractors working on all District property.
  • Limit the number of employees in workspaces.
  • Reduce seating capacities in all face-to-face classes to allow for proper social distancing.
  • Direct the Facilities and Public Safety departments to collaborate on providing one-way walkway signs in public buildings.
  • Continue to encourage faculty, staff, and students to get vaccinated.
  • Hold open forums on May 10, June 3, 10, 17, 24 and July 1 to give faculty and staff an opportunity to discuss issues related to returning to in-person work with Julia and me. I want to thank Tami Engman and the CSEA leadership for working closely with the Administration to make sure that the District expands operations safely.
• I commissioned a study with EMSI to measure the economic impact created by the College on the business community and the benefits the College generates in return for the investments made by our students, taxpayers, and society.  The study clearly showed that College of the Redwoods creates a significant positive impact on the business community and generates a return on investment to its major stakeholder groups—students, taxpayers, and society. 
  • In FY 2018-19, CR added $146.9 million in income to the CR’s Service Region economy, a value approximately equal to 2.1% of the region’s total gross regional product (GRP). Expressed in terms of jobs, CR’s impact supported 2,441 jobs. For perspective, the activities of CR and its students support one out of every 36 jobs in the CR’s Service Region.
  • The net impact of the college’s operations spending added $45.9 million in income to the regional economy in FY 2018-19.
  • The net impact of CR’s construction spending in FY 2018-19 was $3.9 million in added income for the CR’s Service Region.
  • Over the years, students have studied at CR and entered or re-entered the workforce with newly-acquired knowledge and skills. Today, thousands of these former students are employed in the CR’s Service Region.
  • The net impact of CR’s former students currently employed in the regional workforce amounted to $87.8 million in added income in FY 2018-19.
  • CR’s FY 2018-19 students paid a present value of $6.4 million to cover the cost of tuition, fees, supplies, and interest on student loans. They also forwent $17.9 million in money that they would have earned had they been working instead of attending college. In return for their investment, students will receive $127.7 million in increased earnings over their working lives. This translates to a return of $5.20 in higher future earnings for every dollar students invest in their education. Students’ average annual rate of return is 21.9%.
  • Taxpayers provided CR with $47.4 million of funding in FY 2018-19. In return, they will benefit from added tax revenue, stemming from students’ higher lifetime earnings and increased business output, amounting to $29.1 million. A reduced demand for government-funded services in California will add another $4.6 million in benefits to taxpayers. Total benefits to California taxpayers amount to $33.7 million.
  • In FY 2018-19, California invested $92.2 million to support CR. In turn, the California economy will grow by $416.6 million, over the course of students’ working lives. Society will also benefit from $7.5 million of public and private sector savings.
  • For every dollar invested in CR in FY 2018-19, people in California will receive $4.60 in return, for as long as CR’s FY 2018-19 students remain active in the state workforce.
• Michael Perkins, Director of Law Enforcement Academy arranged for the current academy class to meet with several community members and a sergeant from the Eureka Police Department to discuss policing.  Michael has also planned to update the Arrest & Control curriculum currently used in the Police Academy. The curriculum used in CR’s Academy includes an older style of defensive tactics. Several local police agencies have agreed to work with Director Perkins to explore options to the arrest and control curriculum taught in the Police Academy.

In my verbal comments, I mentioned that I hosted a dinner for newly tenured faculty members Levi Gill, Bert Hafer and Jon Pace and their significant others at the Ingomar Club. I thanked President of the Board Kelley and Kerry Mayer for joining me. I attached a picture of the dinner to this article. I also mentioned that CSEA Appreciation Week is the third week of May.

Vice President of Instruction/HR Report: Angelina’s written report included the following information:

• She, Professor Michelle Haggerty, and Professor John Johnston met with law enforcement leaders from Del Norte and Humboldt counties to explore the question of how the College can support law enforcement. Local law enforcement leaders asked the College to help police officers become better writers, better thinkers, and be more interested in higher education. As a result of that conversation, Professors Johnston and Haggerty, along with Dean Rory Johnson and Curriculum Committee Chair Sean Thomas, and Professor Angela Stewart developed a series of certificates designed the meet the specific needs of law enforcement officers. The three 15-unit certificates are: 1) Certificate of Professional Public Safety and Public Relations; 2) Certificate of Civil Society and Public Safety; and 3) Certificate of Public Safety Leadership.

After completing the series of certificates, students will have satisfied all College of the Redwoods general education requirements and will need to complete only 14-15 additional units of liberal arts major area coursework to earn an Associate of Arts Degree.

• Adult & Community Education (ACE) Director Pru Ratliff, Dean Rory Johnson and Angelina met with representatives of the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to form a new partnership. The DJJ is being asked to reform education for youth.  Pru and Angelina have met with them several times and are optimistic that the College will be able to serve the youth through partnering with CR's adult education program and special programs including EOPS and TRiO. The partnership will be codified in a plan with the DJJ and in the Adult Education program review.
• Director Ratliff, working in collaboration with associate faculty, has successfully brought the Medical Assisting curriculum to the Academic Senate via the Curriculum Committee. This allows the program to move from a community education program to a credit program, making the program much more cost-effective for the community.
• The purchase of the QuadC Platform for professional development (PD) has been finalized. The platform will serve as a virtual PD "Quad" for faculty and staff. Implementation of the Quad will begin as soon as IT has finalized the new active directory for staff. A way to introduce PD professionals and HR staff with CR employees.

In her verbal comments, Angelina noted that she’s going to attend the final meeting of the academic senate for this academic year. She also thanked the Board for ratifying the SERP.

Vice President of Administrative Services Report: Julia’s administrative report spoke to the following:

• We decided to participate in the Community College League of California taxable TRAN pool to provide a bridge between potential cash flow problems associated with apportionment deferrals. The TRAN pool consisted of four districts for a total of $27,750,000 million, $4,000,000 million of which is CR's portion.  With a favorable credit rating of SP-1+ from Standard and Poor's, as well as ideal market conditions, the interest rate came in at .25%.   

The total borrowing cost for CR, including underwriter fees, the cost of issuance, and interest, is $35,935.     

• We have been allocated millions of dollars from several state and federal COVID-19 response programs. 

Interim Vice President of Student Services: Alia Dunphy’s written report included:

• Last month, Student Services employees held a summit to reconnect with departments, hear program updates, celebrate growth during a trying year, and discuss continued challenges. The Virtual Student Services Summit included an introduction to the Community Resilience model presented by County of Humboldt Program Coordinator, First 5 Humboldt Director Jennifer Mager.
• The CR Multicultural and Diversity Center hosted Northern California Indian Development Counsel’s Da’luk Youth Program Counselor Vincent Feliz, MSW on April 20, 2021. His presentation Adversity Creating Resiliency: from Student to Professional-Recognizing my personal Wisdom and Strength explored examples of adversity and resilience, participants were encouraged to further recognize the sometimes, ironic reality that adversity can lead to resilience and resilient experiences. The interactive workshop attempted to address these concepts and experiences with the aid of participants. This presentation was the culmination of a three part series for the 2020-2021 school year centered on resiliency and factors that contribute to successful Indigenous adults.
• The CR Multicultural and Diversity Center will honor Asian Pacific Islander Month on May5, 2021 in collaboration with the CR Veteran Resources Center to host guest Retired Chief Warrant Officer Two, Nicholas l. Punimata.
• During the district-wide Counseling and Advising meeting on April 20, 2021 Humboldt State ITEPP Coordinator & Director of Elite Scholars, Adrienne Colegrove-Raymond, and Local Admissions Counselor and Native Recruiter, Leonardo Canez, presented on the challenges faced by native students looking to transition from 2-year to 4-year institutions. Their presentations incorporated the need for indigenous community supports to encourage collegiate aspirations and to aide in student belonging and retention. This presentation opportunity was fostered through the HSU-CR Summit and in partnership with the HSU Director of Admissions, Pedro Martinez.

Executive Director of Foundation Report: Marty’s written report included:

• The Foundation for California Community Colleges (FoundationCCC) approved the District's $125,000 grant application to establish a Finish Line Scholars Program. This new scholarship program will focus on students who have completed approximately half of the credits required for their academic program and have a plan to complete a degree in under two academic years. Hispanic, LGBTQ, and first-generation students who meet the criteria will be considered for these scholarships. FoundationCCC support for this new scholarship program is expected to remain in place for at least four years.
• The Foundation's major gift/planned giving materials have been mailed to 95 attorneys, CPAs, and financial advisors who offer estate planning in Humboldt and Del Norte Counties.
• Astronomy Professor Dr. Jon Pedicino presented a Dr. Eugene Portugal award-winning lecture about recent discoveries in space travel on April 22. Professor Pedicino’s lecture was “Traveling to the stars: How do we do it? Where are we headed? What might we find?”
• The Executive Director is serving as the chair of the Wear a Mask and COVID vaccine campaigns for the COVID Economic Resilience Committee (CERC). The CERC’s vaccine campaign was launched in early April. Efforts are underway to launch the Spanish version of the campaign.

Marty mentioned that Sheila Hall and Molly Blakemore have completed the scholarship video.

Approve a Trustee Request to Place an Item on a Future Agenda or Direct Staff to Give a Regular Report:  The Board directed me to discuss the possibility of donating foundation dollars to the CSEA with the Foundation Board.

I committed to send a copy of CR’s economic impact study to HSU and to the local community. I also committed to send an advocacy letter to legislators, local political leaders and community college CEOs and Boards.

Closed Session

The Board held an initial discussion of my evaluation in closed session.