Frank provided the group with an update on HomeBase.  He discussed the work that the Implementation Team has done related to the Organizational Structure and leadership of HomeBase.  He shared that at the last meeting, the team made decisions on the Baseline Services offered.  He indicated that the next meeting would focus on continuing the discussion on Organizational Structure, defining roles and responsibilities, HomeBAse locations, and reviewing minimum technology standards. 

Jennifer Laflam, getting input from students and where in the process Design of home base is important.  Senate will provide feedback on the roles of the Faculty coordinators.  Counseling needs a private counseling office to help students so that they have privacy with their counselor.  

Jen provided an update on Professional Development.  The draft plan is nearing completion.  The team has developed guiding principals, essential conditions, management culture, staffing recommendations, space recommendations, and faculty coordination recommendations.  Jen discussed the eight different competencies the team will be recommending. 

Frank updated the group on the Corona Virus.  Rave alerts were sent out by the District.  No positive virus at ARC.  There are signs in restrooms to wash your hands.  An aggressive cleaning plan has been implemented by Operations.

Study Abroad program in Italy has a partnership with Los Rios, Diablo Valley College, Skyline College, and Santa Rose Junior College.  Due to the State Department increasing the Travel Advisory to Level 3 for Italy, a decision was made to cancel the cultural component of the program.  Students will be advised to return to the United States.  Coursework will be converted to Distance Education.