June, 2021 Courier

June 2021

BOARD REPORTS

Governing Board Member Elena Adams participated in the ribbon-cutting for the Performing and Visual Arts Center at Grossmont College. She also commended an Opinion piece in the San Diego Union-Tribune co-authored by Chancellor Lynn Neault and other leaders about making higher education more equitable.

Board Clerk Debbie Justeson congratulated Grossmont and Cuyamaca College graduates and thanked those who helped to put on the commencement events.

Board Member Julie Schorr participated in both commencement drive-through events and said she enjoyed seeing the graduates and colleagues in person. She and Board President Brad Monroe are serving on the Ad Hoc Building Committee and she appreciates getting tours of the campuses.

Board Vice President Linda Cartwright congratulated Student Trustees Kristie Macogay and Benjamin Blevins, who were sworn into office, and also congratulated this year’s graduates.

Cuyamaca College Student Trustee Kristie Macogay attended the Cuyamaca College commencement drive-through event and is working on the Associated Students retreat.

Grossmont College Student Trustee Benjamin Blevins congratulated Macogay on joining the board and thanked those who organized the commencement drive-through events.

GCCCD

Governing Board

Brad Monroe

Linda Cartwright

Debbie Justeson

Elena Adams

Julie Schorr

Student Trustees:

Benjamin Blevins

Kristie Macogay

Chancellor

Lynn Ceresino Neault, Ed.D.

Grossmont College

Interim President

Marsha Gable, Ed.D.

Cuyamaca College President

Julianna Barnes, Ed.D.

Vice Chancellors

Tim Corcoran, Human Resources

Sahar Abushaban, Business Services, Interim

Next Meeting

The Governing Board's next regular meeting will be held Tuesday, July 20. The open session will begin at 4:15 p.m., with closed session to follow.

Meeting agendas are posted on the District website 72 hours before and 24 hours before special meetings.

Site Reports

Grossmont College

Cuyamaca College

Facilities Status Report

8800 Grossmont College Drive

El Cajon, CA 92020

(619) 644-7010

www.gcccd.edu

BOARD ACTIONS

At its June 15, 2021 meeting, the Governing Board:

Participated in a workshop on the District’s tentative budget provided by Sahar Abushaban, Interim Vice Chancellor for Business Services.
Administered the oath of office to Student Trustees Kristie Macogay, for Cuyamaca College, and Benjamin Blevins, for Grossmont College.
Approved Resolution 21-011 affirming the District’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) through actionable steps including:
Receiving annual reports on DEI efforts including hiring, employee diversity, professional development focused on diversity, and employee retention.
Participating in macroaggression and cultural competency training.
An expectation for an environment of civility, respect, anti-racism, and inclusion as part of the institution’s commitment to educational excellence.
Reviewed and updated Board Policy 4040, Library and Learning Support Resources; BP 5052, Open Enrollment; BP 5100, Counseling Services; BP 5150 Extended Opportunity Programs and Services; BP 5400, Associated Student Government Organization; and BP 5410, Associated Student Government Organization Elections.
Heard updates on the District’s facilities construction projects and the Community Benefit Agreement by Jim Bray from Gafcon.
Heard a presentation on the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee annual report presented by CBOC Chair Dave Gauthier.
Received the Agency Self-Evaluation Report for the Grossmont College and Cuyamaca College Child Development Centers.
Received the annual information report on the District’s Investment Plan.
Approved a College and Career Pathways Agreement with Steele Canyon Charter High School.
Approved Grossmont College course, certificate, and degree changes for 2021-2022.
Approved the District’s 2021-2022 Tentative Budget.
Approved awarding a contract to GEM Industrial Electric, Inc. for Cuyamaca College track and field improvements.
Approved personnel actions.
Approved a Return to Campus Agreement with California School Employees Association Chapter #707.
Approved a side letter with the American Federation of Teachers Local #1931.
Approved the withdrawal of a sabbatical leave for Grossmont College Associate Professor of Nursing Peter Brooks due to COVID-19 travel restrictions.

CHANCELLOR'S REPORT

Chancellor Lynn Neault recognized the work by the college presidents and their teams to add a personal touch to the commencements this year with the drive-through events.

Neault said that beginning Monday, both college campuses will have a soft reopening. Information booths will be located on the campuses that will direct students to online services and help with registration.

On July 12, the District will begin offering key support services for students at the campuses and will follow Cal/OSHA guidelines which are expected to be updated this week. Governing Board meetings will resume in person in August at Cuyamaca College.

Neault also expressed her appreciation for the efforts by Marsha Gable to lead Grossmont College as interim president for the past six months. She said Gable has done an incredible job. Neault also introduced Denise Whisenhunt, who will begin serving as Grossmont College President on July 1.