Locunity/Contra Costa Community College District, CA
Board of Trustees
The governing body of the Contra Costa Community College District responsible for setting policy, approving budgets, hiring the chancellor, and overseeing the district’s colleges and administration.
George R. Gordon Education Center (4CD District Office), Second Floor Board Room — 500 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553
Generally meets on the second Wednesday of each month; meetings typically begin with closed session at 5:00 p.m. and open (public) session at 6:00 p.m.
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Board Policy 1024Board of Trustees23d agoFebruary 18, 2026
Board Policy Updates and First Readings
The board conducted first readings on several policy updates: BP 1000 (official district/college names), BP 1024 (teleconferencing provisions under updated Brown Act, with clarification that SB 707 does not apply to community colleges), BP 2002/2005 (separating Title V and Title IX discrimination/harassment policies into distinct board policies), and BP 2045 (expanding tobacco-free policy to include vaping). Barrett noted 4CD's leadership in maintaining online public participation since COVID; Honig corrected that SB 707 excludes community colleges from its remote-participation mandate.
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Student Centered Funding FormulaBoard of Trustees23d agoFebruary 18, 2026
Governor's Budget Proposal and 4CD Fiscal Outlook
CFO Dr. Tony Wold presented the governor's 2026-27 budget proposal remotely. Key points: (1) Despite increased tax revenues of over $7 billion, overall budget declined 3% due to $10 billion swing from rainy day fund usage; (2) Community colleges received $1.2 billion in new Prop 98 funds including a 2.41% COLA, but 4CD will not receive COLA or growth dollars because it remains in hold harmless under the Student Centered Funding Formula (SCFF); (3) 4CD's three-year SCFF average of 24,800 FTEs lags current-year enrollment of 25,500, delaying exit from hold harmless until 2027-28; (4) Health and welfare costs rising 6.14%; (5) 90% of Fund 11 expenditures go to salary and benefits; (6) Budget reductions are necessary with flat revenue and declining reserves. The board and chancellor emphasized advocacy in Sacramento for formula modifications and additional funding.
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AFSCME Local 1Board of Trustees23d agoFebruary 18, 2026
Labor Relations: Local 1 Contract Ratification and UF Reopeners
The board ratified a three-year collective bargaining agreement with AFSCME Local 1 (classified employees) for 2025-28, with Barrett abstaining. The agreement includes new DEI evaluation questions, a self-evaluation component, joint training between the union president and CHRO, and professional development conversations. Separately, the board held a public hearing on UF contract reopeners for 2026-27, including articles left over from previous negotiations and a new topic: CCAP agreements governing faculty teaching in high schools, which raises issues around staffing preference/rehire rights for part-time faculty. United Faculty President Marina Krause spoke about workforce reduction impacts on morale and support for probationary faculty, while Local 1 President Jeannie Smith announced the ratification and raised concerns about hourly employees performing classified work during layoff periods.
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Learning Disability SpecialistBoard of Trustees23d agoFebruary 18, 2026
Elimination of Learning Disability Specialist Positions
The board approved the elimination of 1.75 FTE learning disability specialist positions at CCC and DVC (item 20E), as well as management positions at all three colleges (items 20B-20D). Three public speakers—Elaine Gerber (CCC LD specialist, 10 years), Melissa Wong (DVC LD specialist), and Lillian Benitez (former student/current DSS staff)—passionately opposed the LD specialist cuts, arguing they create barriers for vulnerable students who cannot afford $5,000-$7,000 private evaluations, undermine the equity mission, and remove a regional service with no replacement in the entire 4CD area. Wong noted she had evaluated 225 students since 2021, saving approximately $1.25-1.75 million. They highlighted that neighboring districts (Peralta, Chabot-Las Positas) are hiring LD specialists. HR Chief Jeffrey Michaels stated the decision reflects resource reallocation, not diminished commitment, noting DSP counselors will assume broader roles. Board President Honig, herself a former disability rights attorney, acknowledged the pain but cited fiscal necessity and said new counselor hires would prioritize LD evaluation qualifications.
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Student Equity PlanBoard of Trustees24d agoFebruary 18, 2026
Student Equity and Achievement Across Three Colleges
All three colleges presented data on their 2022-25 Student Equity Plans and 2025-28 priorities. Black/African American students remain disproportionately impacted across nearly all metrics at all three colleges. CCC focused on Black, American Indian/Alaskan Native, and Latina/Hispanic students, showing enrollment gains but declines in transfer-level math/English completion for Black students. DVC highlighted gains for foster youth and is now focusing on Black/African American and first-generation students while integrating equity into program review and educational strategic planning. LMC designated as a Black Serving Institution and prioritized Black/African American students, males (especially Hispanic males in persistence), and first-generation students. Student testimonials from Anais Salaam (CCC), Monique Silva (DVC), and James Gant (LMC) emphasized the transformative impact of community, mentorship, and belonging. Colleges are aligning equity plans with institutional planning, program review, and the district's strategic plan.
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Measure EBoard of Trustees24d agoFebruary 18, 2026
Measure E Bond Oversight and Proposed New Bond Measure
The Citizen Bond Oversight Committee reported that nearly 90% of Measure E (2014) funds have been spent, with the district receiving an unmodified audit opinion (highest rating). The new Engineering Technology building at DVC is under construction and expected to open in 2027. The board discussed a proposed new bond measure of nearly $1 billion for the June ballot to cover 12-15 years of prioritized facility projects, with board members emphasizing no further bonds or parcel taxes would be sought during that period. Mark Joffe of the Contra Costa Taxpayers Association noted the cost would reach about $240 per million of assessed value and suggested the no-new-bond promise take the form of a board resolution.
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PoliceBoard of Trustees51d agoJanuary 21, 2026
Police Officers Association tentative agreement
Board approved a three-year successor agreement with annual reopeners for compensation and benefits.
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BondBoard of Trustees51d agoJanuary 21, 2026
Facilities bond resolution
Board approved placing a facilities bond on the June 2026 ballot after discussion emphasizing critical infrastructure needs, transparency, and community benefits. Multiple public commenters expressed strong support.
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