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Board Clerk Debbie Justeson reported that she attended the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Ad Hoc Committee meeting last month. She thanked all who participated, and said she looked forward to continued progress. Justeson said she planned to attend the Association of Community College Trustees Leadership Congress in San Diego this week, where the focus will be on Advancing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
Board Member Elena Adams attended the Mujeres in STEM workshop as part of the District’s Latinx Heritage Month. She said speakers talked about the importance of family support, as well as struggles with self-doubt and acceptance. Adams encouraged others to attend Latinx Heritage Month events.
Board Member Julie Schorr also thanked those who participated in the DEI Ad Hoc Committee meeting, which is focused on supporting and enhancing DEI practices and policies. She attended a DEI Town Hall meeting sponsored by the Community College League of California. The event focused on turning DEI goals into reality, including improving student retention rates and outcomes, and reducing financial barriers.
Grossmont College Student Benjamin Blevins complimented Grossmont’s Theatre Arts on the Into the Woods performances. He highlighted the upcoming Fall Festival October 21 from 12-3 p.m. in Grossmont’s Main Quad. He talked about the need for financial aid reform, in light of the recent veto of a state bill that would have expanded eligibility for many seeking Cal Grants. Blevins discussed an effort to provide free MTS bus passes to community college students, and thanked the District for its commitment to student health and well-being in returning to campus.
Cuyamaca College Student Kristie Macogay highlighted Cuyamaca's Culture and Community Circle events. She recognized October as Disability Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Filipinx Heritage Month, and Latinx Heritage Month. Macogay noted that a Kumeyaay-themed workshop was held at Cuyamaca on Indigenous Peoples’ Day October 11.
Board Vice President Linda Cartwright said she is developing a stronger appreciation for Disability Awareness Month after a recent injury. She thanked those who have sent well-wishes, cards, and gifts.
Board President Brad Monroe also recognized October 11 as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. He said he is thankful for our Kumeyaay friends and neighbors and their contributions to society.
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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
President
Denise Whisenhunt, J.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, Nov. 9. 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
8800 Grossmont College Drive
El Cajon, CA 92020
(619) 644-7010
www.gcccd.edu
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At its October 12, 2021 meeting, the Governing Board:
- Heard a program highlight on Grossmont College Athletics presented by Nedra Brown, Associate Dean of Athletics; Joseph Parry, Athletic Trainer; Patrick Aure, Athletic Academic Advisor; and Brooke Callahan-Daywalt, Adjunct Faculty Volleyball Coach.
- Received a presentation by Redistricting Partners on two potential draft maps of the District’s trustee areas along with boundaries. The District has the option of selecting one of the two draft maps with minimal changes to the trustee area lines, or they may retain their current trustee area lines.
- Extended the advisory Ad Hoc Board Facilities and Construction Committee termination date until December 31, 2022.
- Adopted Resolution 21-019 declaring October 18-22, 2021, as Undocumented Student Action Week.
- Adopted Resolution 21-017, excusing the absence of Trustee Brad Monroe from the September 14, 2021 Governing Board meeting.
- Reviewed and updated Board Policy BP 3830 Volunteer Workers' Compensation and Liability Coverage; BP 4045 Affordable Educational Resources; BP 5016 Veteran Affairs; BP 5200 Student Health Services; BP 5530 Student Rights and Grievances; BP 7110 Delegation of Authority, Human Resources and BP 7350 Resignations.
- Approved the nomination by Trustee Debbie Justeson for Trustee Julie Schorr to be the District’s voting delegate for the Association of Community College Trustees Leadership Congress.
- Received the 2020-2021 Foundation for Grossmont and Cuyamaca Colleges annual activities report. Foundation Chief Executive Officer Sally Cox presented a report of the fundraising, grant making, and project management activities of the Foundation for the preceding year.
- Adopted Resolution 21-018 designating certain products, brands, and services for equipment and installation into District automotive structures as permitted by Public Contracts Code 3400 (b), and authorizing the Chancellor to execute the necessary contract documents.
- Approved the ratification of signatures on agreements..
- Reviewed purchase orders and warrants.
- Renewed the annual contract with the California Department of Education Child and Adult Food Care Program for the Grossmont College and Cuyamaca College Child Development Centers.
- Approved budget status changes.
- Accepted Ford Motor Company’s donation of a 2014 Ford C-MAX Energi for the Cuyamaca Automotive Technology Department.
- Approved a Notice of Completion and Release of Retention for Grossmont College Building 10’s Chilled Water Line – Temp Chiller.
- Ratified the approval of classified and academic personnel actions during the period from September 15, 2021 – October 12, 2021.
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Chancellor Lynn Neault reflected on the incredible talent of students who participated in the Into the Woods production through Grossmont’s Theatre Arts. She admired students’ flexibility in adapting to performing in masks. Neault also provided an update on state legislation, including:
- AB 927 – Governor Newsom signed this bill into law, which will expand and make permanent a baccalaureate program at California Community Colleges. The District is eager to submit proposals to establish baccalaureate programs.
- SB 169 – Governor Newsom also signed this bill into law, which expands housing for higher education at the University of California, California State University and Community College systems. The District plans to submit a grant for a feasibility study for housing opportunities at our colleges.
Neault also said that the District has been advocating at the federal level for the Building Back Better Act.
She noted that the District’s COVID-19 positive cases have significantly declined. The District paused the return to campus in September, but in November will resume on the path to a full return to campus in January. Neault said she planned to send out a return to campus update on October 13.
Cuyamaca College President Julianna Barnes and Grossmont College President Denise Whisenhunt discussed joint activities planned for the Undocumented Student Action Week October 18-22, 2021. Barnes said that just 17 of 50 U.S. states allow undocumented students to enroll at their colleges. California Community Colleges serve the largest segment of undocumented students in the U.S., Barnes said. Whisenhunt noted the collaborative efforts to help students with financial aid, pathways to citizenship and ensuring students know they are part of a community. Whisenhunt said the colleges support undocumented students year-round.
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