Classified Senate 2011-12
August 19, 2011
2011-12
Classified Senate
Governing Council
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Yvonne Wu Craig
President
Grant Development
Gordon Watt
Vice President
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Room 455
ATTENDEES:
Executive Board: Yvonne Wu Craig, Gordon Watt, Rosie Mogle, Ginger Ripplinger
Senators: Catherine Gentiluomo, Debra Kling, Cheryl Sannebeck, Bella Witt, Nate Moore,
Tatiana Diaz, K. Metcalf
Representatives: Chasity Whiteside, Lisa Carlson, Christie Verarde
Guests: Gene Hale
AGENDA ITEMS
WELCOME/CALL TO ORDER
Chabot Computer Support
Ginger Ripplinger
Secretary
Social Sciences
Rosie Mogle
Treasurer
Administrative Services
ADVISORS
Celia Barberena
College President
Catherine Powell
School of the Arts
SENATORS
ACADEMIC SERVICES
Catherine Gentiluomo
Health & Natural Sciences
Debra Kling
Language Arts
Cheryl Sannebeck
Social Sciences
Bella Witt
President’s Office
ADMIN SERVICES
Nate Moore
Campus Safety
Tatiana Diaz
Meeting called to order at 12:10 p.m. by Classified President Yvonne Wu Craig
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes for July 14, 2011 presented
Motion to accept the July 14, 2011 minutes as written by Debra Kling
Motion Seconded by Gordon Watt
-Motion Passed
PRESIDENT’S REPORT – YVONNE WU CRAIG
Yvonne attended the last Board of Trustees meeting. During Public Comments the Vice President
of the Chabot/Las Positas Faculty Association, Jane McCoy, presented a letter expressing
displeasure at the progress of the negotiations, “this years’ negotiations have been one of the most
contentious”. They are not considering any of the non-compensational changes to the contract. (i.e.
professional duties)
The Board heard a report on convocation. Reports praised the success of convocation day.
In the July meeting Chabot President Celia Barbarena summarized the findings on the bookstore
report. The committee has decided that outsourcing the bookstore would be the best alternative.
Further information is to come.
Yvonne presented on the findings from the Faculty/Staff discussions on college day. Sara
Thompson suggested Linking program review to resource allocation.
Mailroom
Gregory Correa
Maintenance & Operations
STUDENT SERVICES
Trisha Avila
Financial Aid
VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT – GORDON WATT
Commented on meeting for classified on college day was awesome. Pleased at turnout.
Gordon participated in faculty orientation. Presented on computer and printer operation
K. Metcalf
Counseling
Stacey Moore
SECRETARY/TREASURER’S REPORT
Counseling
Sylvia Ramirez
EOPS
REPRESENTATIVES
Katrin Field
Assessment
Chasity Whiteside
Language Arts
Christie Verarde
Social Science
Lisa Carlsen
Learning Skills
Ginger Ripplinger – No Report at this time
Rosie Mogle – We have the money for the Carlson Award. Robert
Carlson give us the $500 for
the Carlson award this year because we did not have enough interest from the original
$10,000 he gave us to start the award. She has two disbursement requests to turn in. There is a
little over $1000 in the Classified Senate account. It was pointed out that we need to find out what
the percentage rate is on earnings on the account. Rosie will follow up with the District Foundation
on what interest the award fund is generating. The budget will be put on the agenda for the retreat.
It was suggested that we open an account at the Chabot College Credit Union. It was suggested that we
put the Carlson Award money into a CD.
Congratulation to Lisa Carlson, this year’s Carlson Award Winner.
SEIU REPORT
No Report
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Reassignment of committee member at September 19 retreat
1.
Academic/Faculty Senate
Has not met yet
2.
Academic Policy Council – Edna Danaher
Has not met yet
3.
ASCC
Has not met yet
4.
Basic Skills Committee
Has not met yet
5.
College Budget Committee – Rosie Mogle
A bond allocation grid will be put on the web shortly. It has been sent out to the Deans.
Next year the grid will be revised to make simpler for people to read and use. Next year the
grid will only reflect those items that were approved
6.
College Council – Yvonne Wu Craig, Cheryl Sannebeck, Gordon Watt
Has not met yet
7.
Committee On Online Learning – Karen Metcalf
Has not met yet
8.
District Budget Study Group – Yvonne Wu Craig
Has not met yet
9.
Facilities – Gordon Watt, Nate Moore
The staff from 2600 has been moved to 400. Work on 2900 has begun. 1400 is behind
schedule. The streetlight in G lot has been delayed. It may begin in November. A request
was made to update the rooms in Banner as they are being taken down or opened up. It
was noted that the room capacities are not correct in Banner. Staff are asked to use F lot.
Do not park in the childcare drop off or electrical car plug in spaces. Patrons of the
electrical car outlets must swipe their card provided by Security to use the outlets. There is
a special icon on some credit cards for this purpose. At this time usage of power is free.
10.
Health & Safety – Nate Moore
It was suggested that campus maps should be posted in parking lot students as are having
a hard time navigating campus. Doug Horner is going to add this to their proposal for
signage. Includes “emergency evacuation” and “keep fire lane clear”.
The old green maps are still up around campus. A request has been made to replace them.
11.
Planning Review & Budget Committee – Yvonne Wu Craig, Catherine Powell
Has not met yet
12.
Staff Development – Catherine Powell. Rosie Mogle, Lisa Carlson
Has not met yet
13.
Technology Committee – Chasity Whiteside
Has not met yet
DISCUSSION/DECISION ITEMS
1. Improving the process for approving and distributing minutes
Approval of Draft could go out through email approval. Put Draft minutes on “S” Drive. Note
changes in different color ink on draft. Note the minutes approval as “Collaborative Record as
voted by email”. Gordon Watt will post approved minutes on website
Ginger set date. Yvonne will send in a request to grant access to update Classified Senate
website.
2. College Day debrief
College Day Discussion Results presented by Yvonne Wu Craig. How are we going to use them?
Could use them at the retreat, put them out to Classified. Do we want to ask for more input? It
was suggested that we move on the information we already have. It was suggested that we move
on the training for Classified. Catherine Powell will be approached on classified training,
specifically the need for training on Publisher & Excel. The concept of “Growing our own leaders”
was praised.
Yvonne Wu Craig suggested using the Special Projects grant program to hire speakers or provide
training. Administrative assistant workgroup handbook development may be funded. This will be
discussed at the Classified Senate Retreat. At the retreat the group will prioritize 2 or 3 action
items for the year. It is unknown how much money will be awarded. Administrative assistants
need more in-depth training. Training should be done in a classroom with computers for staff to
be able to utilize what they are using. All day or half day training, perhaps on Saturday or on a
Flex Day would be preferable. Regular workshops were suggested. Several training sessions on
some computer applications is needed.
Application Due Date: September 16, 2011
3.
CARE grant application
4. Upcoming visits and speakers
Dr. Kinnamon and Dr. Barbarena will be visiting Classified Senate at September 16 meeting.
Senate will be showing results of survey, suggesting training on Flex day for Classified. The
senate would like to ask what do you feel you can do to open communication between District
and Classified. What can we do to help communication happen? It was noted that we are part of
the communication chain. Questions should be developed for Kinnamon & Barbarena’s visit.
The senate would like to Invite George Railey, Wyman Fong a board member, and each division
dean to future meetings.
5. Employee Contribution Program
Rosie Mogle and Yvonne Wu Craig are going to check with credit union and Foundation on how
we can use senate funds. They will ask for information on what the options are. Perhaps ask
classified to volunteer a $1 payroll deduction?
It was suggested that we approach the Pedrosi Foundation, East Bay Community Foundation.
Gene Hale will approach the Pedrosi Fund.
6. Mary Lou Cisneros Recognition
MaryLou Cisneros was nominated for recognition of the Carlson award. Bruce Choy from
Alameda County Veteran’s Office would like to help with a plaque to honor her. Mark Stephens is
willing to participate. It was suggested that we plant a tree with a plaque in her honor. A small
subcommittee needs to be created to deal with the details of the event. Karen Metcalf and Nate
Moore will work on it. Tod Stefan the LPC veteran’s coordinator is interested in helping. The
Cisneros family will be invited
7. Senate Retreat Planning
Everyone should read constitution before the retreat
Items to discuss include: Budget, develop question to ask speakers & guests, prioritize the action
items we would like to take on this year, look at CARE grant, staff development.
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Retreat will be September 9 in the small room at the event center. 9:00 to 1:00 PM
Breakfast and lunch will be provided by senate member volunteers
FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
Ken Grace sent out an email that it only costs 26 dollars to take the fitness classes. $26 for 4 months is a
good deal.
Nate reminded Monday have your parking permits visible on your windshield
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 1:50 p.m.
Motion to adjourn by Nate Moore
Motion Seconded by Gordon Watt
-Motion Passed
Next Meeting September 16, 2011
Future Meeting Dates: October 21, November 18, December 16, January 20, February 16, March 16,
April 20, May 18, and June 15.
Respectfully submitted by:
Classified Senate Secretary
Ginger Ripplinger
August 20, 2011