Santa Rosa Junior College public meetings in 2024
50 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Trustees
This is a brief special meeting of the Board of Trustees to swear in newly elected trustees André Bailey, Erin Bricker, and Mariana Martinez for four-year terms. The meeting includes a public comment period and adjournment.
- Swearing-in of Trustee André Bailey (Area 3 - Rohnert Park, Cotati, South Santa Rosa)
- Swearing-in of Trustee Erin Bricker (Area 6 - North County)
- Swearing-in of Trustee Mariana Martinez (Area 4 - West Santa Rosa)
- Public comments allowed on agenda items or general matters
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees held its annual organizational meeting to appoint leadership and committee members for 2025. The body also conducted a closed session regarding labor negotiations and employee evaluations.
- Appointment of Trustee Chaaban as Board President, Trustee Valdovinos as Vice President, and Trustee Martinez as Clerk for 2025
- Approval of the 2025 Board of Trustees meeting dates, times, and locations
- Closed session discussions regarding negotiations with AFA, SEIU, SEIU STNC, CFT, and the Management Liaison Team
- Recognition of Donna Prak as December 2024 Employee of the Month
- Appointment of the Superintendent/President as Secretary of the Board of Trustees for 2025
Shone Farm Foundation Board
The Shone Farm Foundation Board will meet on December 4, 2024, to select a new Board Chair and Vice Chair for two-year terms. The board will also receive reports on 2024 wine production, year-to-date wine sales, and the current quarter financial report. Public comments will be accepted via email or voicemail before the meeting or in person during open session.
- Selection of Board of Directors Chair and Vice Chair for two-year terms
- 2024 Winemaking Report from winemaker Pat Henderson and Director Connor Murphy
- Wine Sales Report covering wholesale, direct-to-consumer, and event sales
- Financial Report for the Shone Farm Foundation for the current quarter
Board of Trustees Finance Committee
The Sonoma County Junior College District Board of Trustees Finance Committee will meet on December 3, 2024, to receive a presentation of the audit reports for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from the August 28, 2024 meeting and hear public comments.
- Audit reports for the year ending June 30, 2024 will be presented to the committee.
- Approval of minutes from the August 28, 2024 Board Finance Committee meeting is on the agenda.
- Public comment will be accepted on agenda items or other topics within the committee's jurisdiction.
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Facilities Committee will hear a proposal for naming opportunities at the new fire tower, with prices ranging from $500 per stair to $250,000 for the entire tower. The committee will also receive project updates and review a consent agenda item for a $112,082.74 change order for the Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Naming opportunities for new fire tower: $250,000 for tower, $10,000 per floor, $10,000 per burn room, $5,000 for rappelling tower, $500 per stair
- Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project Change Order #6 for $112,082.74 from Measure H funds
- Project updates on purchasing, IT, facilities operations, and major capital projects
- Approval of minutes from November 5, 2024 meeting
Foundation Board of Directors
The board will receive an investment update from Tony Parmisano and Todd Au, and review the foundation's operating budget year-to-date through September. They will also discuss planned giving continuation from the board retreat and receive a philanthropy update.
- Investment update from Tony Parmisano and Todd Au
- Foundation operating budget YTD through September
- Planned giving continuation discussion from board retreat
- Philanthropy update from J Mullineaux
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is meeting to discuss strategic planning, distance education, and board officer nominations. The session includes a closed session for labor negotiations and employee performance evaluations.
- Closed session negotiations with AFA, SEIU, SEIU STNC, CFT, and Management Liaison Team
- Performance evaluation of the Superintendent/President
- Ratification of contracts executed from October 8, 2024, to November 11, 2024
- Declaration of surplus property for cost-effective disposal
- Recommendation for Board of Trustees officers for the upcoming year
Foundation Investment Committee
The SRJC Foundation Investment Committee will hear a consultant's report that includes a private equity manager recommendation, review other business, and approve prior meeting minutes. The meeting is largely informational with one action item to approve the August 1, 2024 minutes.
- Consultant's report includes a private equity manager recommendation (Adams Street Partners) for the SRJC Foundation portfolio
- Review of capital markets outlook and September 30, 2024 performance monitor with October update
- Approval of August 1, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Board Facilities Committee will discuss proposed naming opportunities at SRJC Roseland, which require Board of Trustees approval on November 12. The committee will also receive project updates and review items for the consent agenda, including several contracts and change orders funded by Measure H.
- Naming opportunities for SRJC Roseland presented by SRJC Foundation executive director
- Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project change order #5 for $71,392.03 (Measure H)
- Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project contract amendment #5 for $82,000 (Measure H)
- Approval to award contract for Cisco Access Switch Replacements – Phase 2 for $339,453.31 (Measure H)
- Award of contract for Student Information System software training to Strata Information Group for $216,000 (Measure H)
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
The committee will receive updates on capital projects and specific Measure H project progress. The Director of Finance will also present quarterly bond expenditure details.
- President's update on Capital Projects
- Quarterly bond expenditures for the Measure H Bond
- Measure H projects update from Kate Jolley and Project Managers
Foundation Executive Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Executive Committee will meet to discuss a board retreat debrief, community-centric principles and strategic planning, and a student investment program. The committee will also consider approval of minutes from August 28, 2024, and a personnel committee update regarding an accounting position.
- Approval of minutes from August 28, 2024
- Board retreat debrief
- Community-centric principles and strategic planning discussion
- Student investment program update
- Personnel committee update and approval for an accounting position
Board of Trustees
The Board will receive updates on the Strategic Enrollment Management Plan (SEMP) and indicators of effective outcomes. A first reading of Board Policy 2305 on the annual organizational meeting is scheduled, with a second reading planned for November. The meeting also includes closed session items on labor negotiations and employee discipline.
- Strategic Enrollment Management Plan (SEMP) update aiming to build enrollment back to 17,500 FTES by 2027/28
- First reading of Board Policy 2305 Annual Organizational Meeting; retirement of policies 0.15 and 0.19.1
- Closed session includes negotiations with AFA, SEIU, CFT, and Management Liaison Team
- Employee of the Month recognition for Danielle DeFever, Science Laboratory Instructional Assistant
- Bond update and Early College Credit Initiatives report
Foundation Board of Directors
The SRJC Foundation Board will vote on a revised FY25 operating budget and hear updates on strategic plan metrics, investment committee activity, and the 2025-27 strategic plan. The meeting also includes a board retreat with planned-giving training and a values-card exercise.
- Revised FY25 Foundation Operating Budget (action item)
- 21-24 Strategic Plan Metrics Wrap-Up (information)
- Investment Committee Update (information)
- 2025-27 Strategic Plan Update (information)
- Board retreat with planned giving presentations and values-card exercise
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Board Facilities Committee is meeting to receive updates on purchasing, IT, facilities operations, and major capital projects. It will also review three items slated for the next Board of Trustees consent agenda, including a $1.36 million contract amendment and a $90,633 change order. The committee will approve the minutes from its September 3, 2024 meeting and take public comments.
- SRJC Roseland Modernization Project Design-Build Contract Amendment #1, Lathrop Construction Associates, $1,363,885, Measure H
- Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project Change Order #4, Alten Construction, LLC, $90,633.79, Measure H
- Shone Farm Shade House Notice of Completion, Dyleski Family Construction, no dollar amount, Strong Workforce
- Project updates on purchasing, IT, facilities operations, and major capital projects
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will hold public hearings on granting easements and land to the City of Santa Rosa for the Highway 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing, and on opening negotiations with faculty unions. The meeting also includes closed-session labor negotiations and routine consent items.
- Public hearing on granting two construction and three perpetual easements and 11,448 sq ft of land to City of Santa Rosa for Highway 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing
- Public hearing on joint reopeners for 2024-25 negotiations with SRJC-CFT (faculty union)
- Public hearing on mutual intent to open negotiations with All Faculty Association (AFA)
- Closed session to discuss negotiations with SEIU, AFA, CFT, and Management Liaison Team, and performance evaluation of Superintendent/President
- Declaration of surplus property for disposal of obsolete or unrepairable items
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Board Facilities Committee will discuss a resolution to convey construction and perpetual easements and grant land to the City of Santa Rosa for the Highway 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Project, with a public hearing set for September 10. The committee will also receive project updates and review items for the next board meeting, including a contract award and change orders.
- Resolution #15-24 to convey easements and grant 11,448 sq ft of land for the Highway 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Project; City offers $616,000
- Five easements: temporary construction easements (26,303 sq ft, 9,904 sq ft) and perpetual easements for foundation, utilities, and aerial portions
- Kunde Hall Remodel Project contract award to Murray Building Inc. for $930,242 (Measure H)
- Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project Change Order #3 to Alten Construction for $212,786.44 (Measure H)
- Petaluma Construction Training Center Change Order #13 to Arntz Builders for $19,739 (EDA)
Foundation Executive Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Executive Committee will discuss launching a new strategic planning process and review the 2021-2024 strategic plan dashboard. The committee will also receive a philanthropy update on fundraising for Roseland and set goals for the October board retreat.
- Launching new strategic planning process
- 2021-2024 Strategic Plan Dashboard review
- Philanthropy update: fundraising for Roseland
- Goals and objectives for October 3rd board retreat
- Approval of minutes from June 26, 2024
Board of Trustees Finance Committee
The committee will hear a presentation on the 2024/25 budget proposed for adoption. It will also consider approving remote participation for a trustee and approve prior meeting minutes. Public comment will be accepted.
- Presentation of the 2024/25 Budget proposed for adoption by Vice President Kate Jolley
- Approval of remote participation for Trustee Chaaban due to just cause under AB 2449
- Approval of minutes from the May 23, 2024 Finance Committee meeting
Board of Trustees
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees will hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with multiple employee unions (SEIU, AFA, CFT, Management Liaison Team, SEIU STNC), public employment for a Native American Center Coordinator, and a performance evaluation of the Superintendent/President. The open session includes routine approvals of minutes, contracts, and surplus property declarations, plus reports from the college president, foundation, and student trustee.
- Closed session: labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021, AFA, CFT Local 1946, SEIU STNC, and Management Liaison Team
- Closed session: public employment for Native American Center Coordinator position
- Closed session: performance evaluation of Superintendent/President Dr. Angélica Garcia
- Consent agenda: ratification of contracts executed June 12 to August 12, 2024
- Consent agenda: declaration of surplus property items from June 13 to July 16, 2024
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The committee will hear a presentation on granting easements and land to the City of Santa Rosa for the Highway 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Project, including Resolution 14-24. The city is offering $616,000 for permanent and temporary construction easements and 11,448 square feet of land. The committee will also receive project updates and review consent items for the next Board of Trustees meeting, including change orders and contract awards for various construction projects.
- Consideration of Resolution 14-24 to grant easements and land to City of Santa Rosa for Highway 101 Bicycle and Pedestrian Overcrossing Project, with $616,000 consideration
- Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project Change Order #2 for $411,559.88 (Measure H)
- Lindley Center for STEM Education Project Change Order #24 for $315,618.99 (Measure H)
- Forsyth HVAC Replacement Project Award of Contract to S&H Construction Inc. for $1,668,600 (Scheduled Maintenance)
- Quinn Swim Center Upper Roof Replacement Project Change Order #1 for -$33,869.43 (Scheduled Maintenance)
Foundation Investment Committee
The committee will hear a consultant's report covering capital markets, the foundation's June 30, 2024 performance, and an asset-allocation study compared to NACUBO peers. It will also consider approving the May 2, 2024 meeting minutes and receive a foundation update. No votes on investment changes are listed.
- Consultant's report: Capital Markets Review & Outlook, June 30, 2024 Performance Monitor, and AA Study vs. NACUBO Peer Study
- Approval of May 2, 2024 meeting minutes
- Foundation update from J Mullineaux
Foundation Board of Directors
The board will hear a president's update, a scholarship presentation grounded in equity, and a review of FY24 operating budget and revenue. They will also receive a strategic planning update and discuss the FY25 retreat and conflict of interest policy. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.
- Approval of May 16, 2024 meeting minutes
- Scholarship presentation on Community Centric Principle 1: Fundraising grounded in race, equity and social justice
- FY24 Foundation Operating Budget (May) and FY24 Revenue and Metrics review
- FY25 Retreat scheduled for October 3, 2024
- FY25 Conflict of Interest Policy discussion
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee will hold a regular meeting to review quarterly bond expenditures for Measure H and receive updates on Measure H projects. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.
- Quarterly Bond Expenditures report for Measure H (Q4 ending June 29, 2024)
- Measure H Projects update from Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services
- Approval of minutes from the April 22, 2024 meeting
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
Board of Trustees
This regular meeting of the Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, in person at the Student Activities Center, Bertolini.
- Regular meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: Aug. 13, 2024 at Student Activities Center, Bertolini
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees Facilities Committee meeting scheduled for July 2, 2024, has been cancelled. The meeting will be adjourned until the next Facilities Committee meeting on August 6, 2024, at the Bertolini Senate Chambers on the Santa Rosa Campus. This agenda contains only procedural cancellation notice with no substantive items for discussion.
- Meeting cancelled
- Next meeting: August 6, 2024, Room 4638, Bertolini Senate Chambers, Lawrence A. Bertolini Student Center, Santa Rosa Campus
Foundation Executive Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Executive Committee is meeting to approve minutes, review financial statements and year-to-date budget, and take action on governance items including the year-end operating surplus, a board retreat date change, and adding a student director to the board. They will also hear updates from the president and philanthropy staff.
- Approval of minutes from April 24, 2024
- Financial statements for April 2024
- Year-to-date budget to actual for April
- Action on year-end operating surplus
- Action to add a student director to the board
Board of Trustees
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting with a closed session to evaluate the Superintendent/President's performance, followed by an open session. The open session includes public comments, an announcement of any closed-session actions, a board self-evaluation, and a workshop on fostering a justice-centered institutional culture. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-focused, with no specific action items or contracts listed.
- Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation of Superintendent/President
- Board self-evaluation per Board policy BP2745, facilitated by Dr. Kindred Murillo
- Workshop on Rooted in Love's approach to antiracist growth mindset and equity at SRJC
- Public comment periods in both closed and open sessions
Board of Trustees
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees is meeting to handle routine business including closed-session labor negotiations with multiple employee unions, approval of student trustee privileges, and ratification of contracts. The board will also receive reports on student demographics and campus updates, and consider consent agenda items including a $148,816 contract for a shade house at Shone Farm.
- Closed session for labor negotiations with SEIU, AFA, CFT, SEIU STNC, and Management Liaison Team
- Approval of student trustee privileges (advisory vote, committee service, compensation, one-year term, closed session attendance)
- Ratification of contracts from May 15 to June 10, 2024
- Award of $148,816 contract to Dyleski Family Construction for Shone Farm Shade House
- 2023-24 student demographics and institutional effectiveness metrics presentation
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board Facilities Committee is meeting to receive project updates and review items slated for the next Board of Trustees consent agenda. These include a $118.5 million five-year capital outlay plan, several construction change orders and contract amendments, and resolutions on transportation and regional cooperation. The committee also approves minutes and takes public comments.
- Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project Change Order #1, Alten Construction LLC, $55,174.86 (Measure H)
- Tauzer Gymnasium Modernization Project Contract Amendment #3, TLCD Architecture, $9,500.00 (Measure H)
- Five-Year Capital Outlay Plan for 2026-2030, $118,469,000.00 (State & Non-State/Local Funds)
- Shone Farm Shade House Project Award of Contract, Dyleski Family Construction, $148,816.00 (Strong Workforce)
- Newman Hall AV Upgrade Project Change Order #1, Quest Technology Management, $82,597.05 (Measure H)
Board of Trustees Finance Committee
The Sonoma County Junior College District Board of Trustees Finance Committee will meet to review the 2024-25 tentative budget for the district. The agenda also includes procedural items such as approval of remote participation and minutes, plus public comment.
- Review of 2024-25 Tentative Budget for the District
- Approval of remote participation by a committee member under AB 2449
- Approval of minutes from December 7, 2023 meeting
- Public comment period
Foundation Board of Directors
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Board of Directors will vote on the proposed FY24/25 operating budget and approve the FY25 governance slate, including officers, directors, and committee memberships. The board will also hear an update on future student representation and discuss community-centric principles.
- Approval of FY24/25 Foundation Operating Budget
- Approval of FY25 Officers, Directors, and Committee Membership
- Approval of Board and Committee Calendar for FY2025
- Discussion of future student representation on the board
- Review of written reports from Executive Director, Philanthropy Director, and Community Engagement Director
Board of Trustees
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees will hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee unions, a performance evaluation, and a possible expulsion recommendation. In open session, the board will approve minutes, install Anthony Spinozzi as the 2024-25 Student Trustee, and receive reports on accreditation and the Hispanic-Serving Institution program. The agenda also includes public comment periods and recognition of the May Employee of the Month.
- Installation of Anthony Spinozzi as Student Trustee for 2024-25
- Closed session on negotiations with SEIU, AFA, CFT, and Management Liaison Team
- Public Safety Training Center site update
- Sabbatical leave report on CRISPR-Cas9 by Dr. Katy Jamshidi
- Accreditation update on compliance standards
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board Facilities Committee is meeting to receive project updates on purchasing, IT, media, facilities operations, and major capital projects. The committee will also review three items slated for the next Board of Trustees consent agenda, including change orders and a contract amendment. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment opportunities.
- Lindley Center for STEM Education Project Change Order #23, Lathrop Construction Associates, Inc. - $189,595.16 (Measure H)
- Petaluma Construction Training Center Project Change Order #11, Arntz Builders - $7,476.00 (EDA)
- Forsyth HVAC & Roof Construction Administration Services Contract Amendment #2, Salas O'Brien - $64,920.00 (Scheduled Maintenance)
Foundation Investment Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Investment Committee is meeting to review the foundation's investment portfolio, including a Q1 performance review and a capital markets outlook from its consultant. The committee will also consider a recommendation on private credit and hear a peer study presentation. Action items include approving the February 1, 2023 meeting minutes and discussing committee leadership for fiscal year 2025.
- Approval of February 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- FY25 committee leadership and membership discussion
- Consultant's report: capital markets review, Q1 portfolio review, private credit recommendation, NACUBO peer study
- Public comment period
Foundation Executive Committee
The Foundation Executive Committee is meeting to review February financial statements, a year-to-date budget comparison, and a five-year financial forecast. They will also take action on approving minutes, board nominations for FY24 officers, committee updates, and the proposed preliminary FY25 budget.
- Approval of minutes from 2.28.24
- Financial statements for February
- Year-to-date budget to actual for February
- Board nominations for FY24 officers
- Proposed preliminary FY25 budget
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee is meeting to review quarterly Measure H bond expenditures and receive updates on capital projects. The agenda includes a president's update, a report on bond spending, and project updates from staff. This is a regular oversight meeting, with no major decisions expected beyond approving the previous meeting's minutes.
- Quarterly bond expenditures for Measure H bond (Q3 report as of 03.31.24)
- Measure H projects update presentation
- President's update on capital projects since last meeting
- Approval of minutes from January 22, 2024 meeting
Board of Trustees
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees will meet for a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee unions and conduct a performance evaluation of the Superintendent/President. The open session includes approval of prior meeting minutes, recognition of the April Employee of the Month, and informational presentations on early college credit programs and equal employment opportunity requirements.
- Closed session: labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021, AFA, CFT Local 1946, SEIU STNC, and Management Liaison Team
- Closed session: performance evaluation of Superintendent/President
- Approval of March 12, 2024 regular and special meeting minutes
- Presentation on Early College Credit: dual enrollment, articulation, and College and Career Access Pathways (CCAP)
- First reading of CCAP Memorandum of Understanding with Credo Independent Charter School
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Board Facilities Committee is meeting to receive updates on purchasing, IT, media, facilities operations, and major capital projects. They will also review items slated for the next Board of Trustees consent agenda, including change orders and contract amendments for several construction projects.
- Lindley Center for STEM Education Change Order #22: $185,422.79 (Measure H)
- Lindley Center Contract Amendment #3: $36,320.00 (Measure H)
- Petaluma Construction Training Center Change Order #10: $146,748.00 (EDA)
- Windsor Warehouse Re-Roof Change Order #1: -$99,910.90 (Scheduled Maintenance)
- Notices of Completion for Windsor Warehouse and Race Hall re-roof projects
Foundation Board of Directors
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Board of Directors is meeting to approve the minutes from January 10, 2024, receive updates from the Nominating Committee, and review year-to-date financial reports. The board will also engage in a discussion on Community Centric Fundraising principles and hear personal stories from board members.
- Approval of January 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Nominating Committee updates
- Foundation YTD FY24 financial report
- Discussion of Community Centric Fundraising principles
Board of Trustees
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees is holding a special meeting that includes public comment, Brown Act training for trustees, and a board discussion. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.
- Public comment period for community members
- Brown Act training led by Amy Brandt of Liebert Cassidy Whitmore
- Board discussion and Q&A session
Board of Trustees
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees will meet for a closed session on labor negotiations with employee unions and a performance evaluation, followed by an open session. The open session includes routine approvals, recognition of an employee, and informational presentations, notably a first reading of several new board policies consolidating existing ones.
- Closed session: negotiations with AFA, SEIU Local 1021, SEIU STNC, CFT Local 1946, Management Liaison Team; performance evaluation of Superintendent/President
- First reading of Board Policy 2010 (Board Membership), 2100 (Board Elections), 2200 (Board Duties and Responsibilities), retiring older policies
- Employee of the Month: Angela Hamilton, Administrative Assistant III, Petaluma Campus
- Approval of minutes from Feb 13, 2024 meeting
- Student Services Highlights - Social Justice and Equity in Action presentation
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Board Facilities Committee is meeting to receive project updates and review items slated for the next Board of Trustees consent agenda. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting; items are informational or recommendations for the full board.
- Petaluma Outdoor AV Screen Project Notice of Completion (YESCO)
- Petaluma Outdoor Fitness Court Project Notice of Completion (National Fitness Campaign)
- Petaluma Construction Training Center Change Order #9 ($5,806) and contract amendments ($41,086 and $5,000)
- Lindley Center for STEM Education Change Order #21 ($160,558.37)
Foundation Executive Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Executive Committee is meeting to review December 2023 financial statements and the year-to-date operating budget, receive updates on strategic planning, board recruitment, and philanthropy events, and approve prior meeting minutes. The agenda is largely informational, with only the minutes approval as a formal action item.
- Approval of minutes from 11/15/23
- Financial statements for December 2023
- Year-to-date Foundation operating budget for December 2023
- Strategic planning update
- Philanthropy events and programs update
Board of Trustees
The Santa Rosa Junior College Board of Trustees is meeting to hold public hearings on initial contract proposals for 2024-25 with SEIU Local 1021 (classified unit), as required by state law. The board will also receive updates on the Strategic Enrollment Management Plan and bond progress, and will consider ratifying contracts and approving curriculum recommendations.
- Public hearing on District's initial contract proposals for 2024-25 with SEIU Local 1021
- Public hearing on SEIU Local 1021's initial contract proposals for 2024-25
- Closed session to discuss negotiations with AFA, SEIU, CFT, and Management Liaison Team, and performance evaluation of Superintendent/President
- Strategic Enrollment Management Plan update aiming to restore enrollment to 17,500 FTES by 2027/28
- Ratification of contracts from January 9 to February 12, 2024
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Board Facilities Committee is meeting to receive updates on purchasing, IT, facilities operations, and major capital projects. They will also review items slated for the next Board of Trustees consent agenda, including several change orders and contract awards for construction projects funded by Measure H and EDA grants. The committee will approve the minutes from the previous meeting and take public comments.
- Pioneer Hall Security Project Award of Contract to Johnson Controls Security Solutions, LLC for $466,400.00 (Measure H)
- Lark Hall Planetarium Re-Roof Project Award of Contract to Garland DBS for $179,739.00 (Measure H)
- Lindley Center for STEM Education Project Change Order #20 to Lathrop Construction Associates, Inc. for $60,453.98 (Measure H)
- Petaluma Construction Training Center Project Change Order #8 to Arntz Builders, Inc. for -$79,157.00 (EDA)
- Notices of Completion for Barnett Hall, Polly Hall, and Lindley Center Fiber Ring Terminations (W. Bradley Electric) and Shone Farm AG Portables HVAC/Plumbing (Matrix HG)
Foundation Investment Committee
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Investment Committee is meeting to review the Q4 portfolio performance and capital markets outlook, receive an education on private credit as an asset class, and approve the minutes from the November 2, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes public comment and other business items.
- Approval of November 2, 2023 meeting minutes
- Consultant's report: Capital Markets Review & Outlook
- Q4 Portfolio Review
- Private Credit Asset Class Education
- Next meeting scheduled for May 2, 2024
Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee is meeting to review and approve the 2022-2023 Measure H annual report and the bond performance and financial audit reports. They will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, and receive updates on district activities, quarterly bond expenditures, and Measure H projects.
- Approval of 2022-2023 Measure H Annual Report
- Approval of 2022-2023 Bond Performance and Financial Audit Reports
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for one-year term from March 2024
- Quarterly bond expenditures report for Measure H (Q2, as of 12.31.23)
- Updates on all Measure H projects
Foundation Board of Directors
The Santa Rosa Junior College Foundation Board of Directors is holding a retreat to discuss governance matters, including the Brown Act and teleconference participation, the FY2023 audit, and the FY25 endowment distribution report. They will also review the November 2023 operating statements and engage in discussions on community-centric fundraising, race, equity, and social justice. The agenda includes several informational sessions and exercises, with action items limited to approving minutes and the governance items.
- Approval of 11.30.23 minutes
- Discussion of Brown Act and teleconference participation
- FY2023 audit review
- Endowment distribution report for FY25
- Foundation operating statements for November 2023
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees will meet in a closed session to discuss labor negotiations and employee performance evaluations. The open session includes an annual review of the Doyle Scholarship Award Fund and the ratification of district contracts.
- Labor negotiations with SEIU Local 1021, AFA, CFT Local 1946, and Management Liaison Team
- Public employee performance evaluation for the Superintendent/President
- Annual review of the Doyle Scholarship Award Fund, with $3,907,000 projected in distributions for 2023-2024
- Ratification of district contracts from December 12, 2023, through January 8, 2024
- Approval of Curriculum Review Committee recommendations including 16 new courses and 1 deleted course
Board of Trustees Facilities Committee
The Board Facilities Committee meeting scheduled for January 2, 2024, was cancelled because not enough members were present. The next meeting is set for February 6, 2024, at the Bertolini Student Center on the Santa Rosa campus.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
- Next meeting: February 6, 2024, Room 4638, Bertolini Senate Chambers, Santa Rosa Campus