Classified Senate
The Classified Senate represents the classified staff on all non-collective bargaining matters. Classified staff that serves in instructional areas will be included in discussions and will have input regarding academic programs, delivery of services, and other academic issues that affect their professional duties. In addition, the classified staff, jointly with other governance groups, will also be given the opportunity to participate actively in the formulation and development of policies and procedures in the following areas:
- classified roles and involvement in accreditation processes, including self-study and annual reports;
- student preparation and success;
- college/district governance structures;
- professional development activities;
- institutional planning process;
- budget development processes;
- program planning and staffing;
- regulations and procedures relating to health and safety.
The Governing Council of the Classified Senate shall consist of five officers and four Senators. The Past President and the highest-ranking union officer at Las Positas College shall serve as non-voting members.
Classified representatives are elected by majority vote from among all classified members. The Classified Council includes: President, Vice President, Activity Coordinators, and Treasurer. Senators include: Group I - staff from Buildings 100, 400, 500 and 1800; Group II - staff from Buildings 700, 900, 1000 and 1500; Group III - staff from Buildings 600, 2000 and 2100; and Group IV - staff from Buildings 300, 800, 1300 and Maintenance and Operations (M&O) staff including Grounds and Custodial staff.
The term of office on the Governing Council is for one year (July 1 - June 30).
