Overview of Governance Framework and Operations Council Action Charter.

Budget: The highlights from the 2024-25 Adopted Budget indicate a projected budget shortfall of $55 billion for California. The budget includes a 1.07% COLA. The Governor and legislature are optimistic about an increase in state revenues over the coming years. Los Rios is well-positioned to navigate future state budget challenges, with a healthy reserve and growing enrollment.

Food Services: With 50% of enrollment online, sales have declined, leading to reduced evening hours. To enhance evening food options, Operations is exploring the addition of food vending machines in the following areas: Portable Village, STEM, Student Services, and LRC.

Bookstore: Los Rios has extended its contract with Follet for an additional year, until June 30, 2026. This extension will allow for a comprehensive review of current industry trends and options, paving the way for a future Request for Proposal. Given that 50% of enrollment is online, on-campus sales have also decreased, suggesting a need for a reimagined approach to on-ground/virtual bookstores.

Livescans: Livescans for all student employees will begin on October 1, 2024. The start date for volunteer background checks will be announced at a later time.

AT&T Cell Tower at Stadium
AT&T will be returning for minor adjustments to the project. The project team will coordinate with Operations and Athletics to ensure there are no conflicts during the work.

Softball Fence Replacement
The fence has been replaced to accommodate a new backstop, addressing a safety concern.

Baseball Fence Replacement
Facilities Management has received the purchase order and will be contacting Athletics to ensure there are no conflicts during the work.

Natomas Phase II & III
Construction is currently 38% complete. Facilities Management is collaborating with Otto to get the project back on schedule, as progress has been lagging. Operations is receiving numerous submittals for review and comment.

Tech Ed Modernization
The project is 82% complete, with an eight-week campus move-in period starting on November 18, 2024. Furniture installation will begin, followed by IT and AV setup. The Welding and Automotive departments will be prioritized, as they cannot be relocated. The move-in will take place in phases.

Veterans Resource Center
The project team will be re-submitting to the DSA this month.

PV1 Restrooms
The project team submitted a schedule today, and the design team will submit to the DSA this month. The process typically takes 4-6 months, but may be quicker. After DSA approval, the District will require 10 weeks for bidding. Following the bidding process, the proposal will need Board of Trustees approval. A Notice to Proceed will then be issued, with construction estimated to take 120-150 days. If all goes as planned, completion may be expected in Fall 2025.

Tech Ed Building
From November 18 to January 14, the majority of the IT staff will focus on installing computer technology in the new building. While some staff will be assigned to address campus issues, most of the IT department will be dedicated to this project.

Lab Renewal Process
The instructional lab renewal list is expected to be completed by December. A new challenge has arisen: due to institutional changes, Student Services is now responsible for more computer labs (including the Library, LRC, and ITC) than before, but there is no recognized funding stream for lab renewals on the Student Services side.

Outside Wireless Improvement Project
A project has been initiated to enhance Wi-Fi access in external sitting areas around campus.

There has been a series of hit-and-run incidents across all parking lots, highlighting the need to upgrade the camera system and increase patrols by Men In Black security.

Many students are resistant to paying for parking tickets, resulting in over 500 violations this semester. Three-week warning was given for start of instruction. 

Please be vigilant for unhoused individuals and conduct basic safety checks in buildings, as some have been found hiding in bathrooms and elevators in the garage, especially on weekends.

Student athletes are permitted to park in the corporate yard near the LRPD office during overnight events to help prevent vandalism.