Trustee Jerry Patterson Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award by League of California Cities' Past Presidents' Council

Jerry Patterson, a Coast Community College District Board member, was honored by the League of California Cities’ Past Presidents’ Council with its 2005 Lifetime Achievement Award at their Annual Conference in San Francisco on Friday, Oct. 7.

According to the League of California Cities, the award is given annually to an individual who has made extraordinary contributions to the cities and residents of California. Jerry has worked as a city attorney with various southern California cities, as a council member and mayor of Santa Ana, as a professor/adjunct lecturer at California State University, Long Beach and University of California, Irvine. He is also a former United States Congressman and past president of the Institute for Local Government, which were a few of the deciding factors in his selection. Jerry has served more than 10 years as a board member for the institute, the League’s non-profit research think-tank.

The Riverside Mayor and League Immediate Past President Ron Loveridge, who presented Jerry with the award according to the League of California Cities said, “Through Jerry’s vision and leadership, the Institute has blossomed into a trusted and respected source of information on the challenging issues facing local officials.”

Jerry is currently focusing on serving California’s local agencies through his law practice and education. Working as a part-time professor since 1986, Patterson has taught courses on Congress, contemporary issues, public law, and public administration.

He accepted the award with great appreciation and credited the Institute for Local Government (ILG). “This has been an exciting voyage,” he said. “I enthusiastically accept this wonderful ‘Lifetime Achievement Award’ both personally, and on behalf of our ILG board, its staff and everyone who has labored in the land of local government.”

Jerry is married to Linda Moulton-Patterson, former Mayor of Huntington Beach, and resides in the city of Fountain Valley.
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The Coast District Welcomes Rob Bailey to the Team

Rob Bailey, project manager from Sungard SCT, joins the Coast Community College District team to help manage the District’s up-and-coming communication software program.

Rob will oversee the entire process including development, financial systems and Banner to ensure students, faculty and staff have updated information.

Rob has worked for Sungard over 25 years and is thrilled to bring the District’s vision to life.

“I am very excited to be at the Coast District,” Rob said. “I have been with SCT and its many products for several years. Although this process is a lot of work, it is exciting!”

Rob lives in San Diego with his wife where he enjoys fishing for trout in Lake Gregory, boxing with his sparing trainer and visiting his daughter and son-in-law and their two grandchildren on the east coast.
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Save Money by Pre-Taxing Your Insurance Premiums!

There is still time to enroll in the Section 125 plan for the 2006 plan year. Eligible employees may pre-tax their insurance premiums, out-of-pocket medical expenses and child care expenses through a Section 125 plan. To make an appointment to enroll, call American Fidelity Assurance, the District’s Section 125 plan administrator, at 1-800-365-9180, Ext. 0. A few dates are still available.

If you have questions about this plan, call the District Benefits Office at 714-438-4727.
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United Way Reminder

It’s that time of year again! Contribution forms for the Orange County United Way have been distributed throughout the District site. The United Way provides a wonderful opportunity to give back to the local community for all it gives to us both professionally and personally. Contributions to the United Way Community Care Fund support a number of local programs that have a positive impact on children and families in our local community. The United Way is donating 100% of contributions made this year to help support victims of the recent hurricanes.

Our goal this year is to have 100% participation from District employees. All contributions are greatly appreciated. As always, you can make a one-time contribution or have your donation deducted automatically from your paycheck.

Please send completed forms to Public Affairs no later than November 18. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Kim Marchbank at x84606 or Martha Parham at x84605.

Don’t forget— everyone who participates this year will be entered in a drawing to win dinner for two at Maggiano’s Restaurant!
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Coming and Going - HR News

The District would like to welcome these new employees to their positions:

Beck, Shirley R. , GWC, Cosmetology Dispensary Technician
Castellanos-Gaona, Susana, GWC, Counselor Aide
Fernandez, Mario G., GWC, Maintenance Semi-skilled
Klein, Mark W., CCC, Campus Security Officer
Perez, Arturo , CCC, Groundskeeper 1
Rivera, Julie A., GWC, Cosmetology Dispensary Technician

Congratulations and best wishes on your retirement to the following employees:

Favaro, Frank T., DIS, Supervisor
After ten years in aerospace, Frank Favaro started a second career as a programmer at DIS in 1971. In time, Frank became a supervisor and with his staff, customized and enhanced the DSK student system for the three Coast colleges’ specific needs. His staff also developed the touch-tone registration system, which greatly eased student enrollment efforts. For a district that supports over 100,000 students per year, this was no small task. Eventually he assumed responsibility for the ongoing support for the Finance and Human Resource systems as well. Thanks to the efforts of Frank and his staff, the budgeting of tens of millions of dollars each year and providing paychecks are done with great accuracy and in a timely manner. One of the high points of his District service was the smooth transition of the legacy systems to the Y2K date format. Over the years, he has been involved in the various stages of the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) development effort and wishes Coast much success in this endeavor in the coming years. He is proud of the service he has provided to the students and staff over these 34 years.

In retirement Frank will help his wife of over forty years, Maryanne, finish the redecorating of their home. He hopes it will be done quickly to enable them to do some traveling, working in their church, and taking some art and music classes together. With any luck at all…he will finally have some time to learn how to play his banjo and get in a little windsurfing as well.

Hotz, Patricia, OCC, Office Coordinator
Pat Hotz is retiring from her position as Office Coordinator for Maintenance & Operations at Orange Coast College. Pat started with Coast Community College District as an hourly and was later hired for a full time position at KOCE in December, 1988. In 1997, she came over to OCC. In retirement, Pat plans to be closer to her children and grandchildren, and is also looking forward to traveling. We wish her health and happiness in her retirement.

Mascia, Loretta M., OCC, Bookstore Operations Assistant
Loretta Mascia is retiring after thirteen years of service at Orange Coast College. During her tenure with OCC, Loretta provided accounting expertise in several departments on campus, including Admissions and Records, the Bursar’s Office, and the college Bookstore. Loretta’s many friends and colleagues will miss her greatly and wish her a wonderful retirement as she begins a new chapter of her life!

Munoz, David B., OCC, Custodian Lead
David Munoz, Custodian Lead at Orange Coast College, is retiring after fourteen years of service to the college. David was originally hired in October 1991 as a Custodian, and promoted to the Lead position upon the retirement of a co-worker. David also served for a number of years as the back-up Custodial Supervisor. In addition to his lead custodial duties, he has been very active in his community through his congregation. David is looking forward to spending time with his wife, family and grandchildren. All of David’s campus colleagues wish him a healthy, happy retirement!

Roberson, Carl E., CCC, Maintenance and Operations Lead
Carl Roberson began his career with Coastline in 1991 as a temporary employee in the Maintenance and Operations department. In June of 1994, Carl was hired as our full-time Maintenance and Operations Lead. Over the years, he took care of the daily operations of the department, and was a valued member of the M & O team. Carl’s attitude and loyalty to the college will be missed by all. After retiring, Carl plans to do some traveling to visit his children and grandchildren. We all wish Carl the best and hope that he comes by to visit often.
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"Magnolia Brunch" and Concert Collect $10,000 for Louisiana, Mississippi Community Colleges

OCC Inaugurates New Fitness Program for Adults Over Age 50

OCC's Students Collect Christmas Gifts this Season for Needy Youngsters and Senior Citizens

"Magnolia Brunch" and Concert Collect $10,000 for Louisiana, Mississippi Community Colleges

Orange Coast College raised more than $10,000 Sunday (Oct. 30) to assist victims of hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

A total of 150 people turned out for OCC’s “Magnolia Brunch,” and 750 attended a benefit big band jazz concert.

The day began with a Southern-style brunch and silent auction in the Student Center. The brunch was prepared by OCC’s national-champion Culinary Arts Program. Following the brunch, a big band and jazz concert was staged in Robert B. Moore Theatre.

Proceeds from the event will go to benefit California Community Colleges Care: Hurricane Katrina Relief. Funds generated by California community colleges will be delivered to the Louisiana and Mississippi community college system offices to be used to help restore instructional capacity.

Sunday’s concert featured OCC’s Studio Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Lab Ensemble, under the direction of Orange Coast College jazz and commercial studies instructor, Paul Navidad. Also on the agenda was OCC’s Jazz Improv Ensemble, under the direction of assistant professor of music, Dana Wheaton.

Guest artists for the concert included tenor saxophonist, Bruce Eskovitz, and trumpeter, Ron Stout. Eskovitz, a well-known jazz composer, has performed and recorded with Natalie Cole, Doc Severinsen, Rosemary Clooney, Dwight Yoakum, Rita Moreno, Bobby Vinton and Joe Williams. He is a full-time lecturer at the University of Southern California, and directs USC’s Concert Jazz Ensemble.

In addition to leading their respective groups, Navidad and Wheaton also performed with the bands. An outstanding array of OCC student-vocalists also performed.

OCC Inaugurates New Fitness Program for Adults Over Age 50

There may be no fountain of youth or wondrous anti-aging pill available on the planet today, but it’s been conclusively shown in study after study that regular physical activity is the next best thing to a magic bullet.

Studies show that daily exercise can decrease all the biomarkers of aging by reducing chronic diseases and improving general health and quality of life – particularly in adults over the age of 50.

Regular exercise decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and many other chronic illnesses; improves posture and balance; increases energy and stamina; improves lean muscle; normalizes blood pressure; improves bone density; helps with weight control and improves sleep habits; increases brain function; improves self-confidence; and decreases depression.

Orange Coast College ’s Physical Education and Athletics Division is inaugurating a brand new program for adults over 50, titled “The Second Half – Adult Fitness Program.” Initially, the program will consist of two classes, “Strength and Balance” and “Cardio and Stretch.” Additional classes will be attached to the program at a later date.

The first class in the program, “Strength and Balance” (Physical Education 199), will be offered next spring. Spring semester classes begin on Monday, Jan. 30. The class will meet Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 9:35-11 a.m. It is open to seniors throughout Southern California.

All classes in the program will be offered on OCC’s campus. The college’s state-of-the-art fitness facilities include an all-weather track, a cardio lab, a strength lab, and aerobics rooms. Students will have an opportunity to access those facilities at a fraction of the expense of a program that they’d likely encounter at a gym or health club.

The first class to be offered in the series, “Strength and Balance,” will assist senior adults in addressing mobility issues that are frequently experienced by persons 50 years of age and over. Mobility problems often occur as a result of poor muscular strength and endurance.

Bond says the program will be taught by degreed professors and instructors who possess years of experience and expertise in matters relating to health and fitness. Student costs will be less than what individuals would experience at a gym or health club.

For information about OCC’s new Adult Fitness Program, phone 25766.

OCC's Students Collect Christmas Gifts this Season for Needy Youngsters and Senior Citizens

Orange Coast College students have mounted a campaign this holiday season to collect Christmas gifts for needy youngsters and senior citizens.

Called the Angel Tree Project, this is the 21st successive holiday season that the students have conducted the campaign. The program is sponsored by OCC’s Associated Students and College Life Program.

The project will benefit children enrolled in OCC’s Children’s Center and will also support the outreach program of the Costa Mesa Senior Center. Other charitable organizations will benefit from the Angel Tree Project as well. Gifts are being collected on campus through Friday, Dec. 2.

Unwrapped gifts may be dropped off at the Associated Students and College Life Office Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Fridays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The office is located in OCC’s Student Center.

Names of needy children are hanging on fully-decorated “Angel Tree” Christmas trees in several campus buildings. There are also gift deposit boxes located in buildings throughout the campus. Local residents may pick names from the trees in advance of purchasing gifts, or can simply drop off unwrapped presents for children and seniors at the Associated Students Office.

For information about OCC’s Angel Tree Project, phone Ext. 25730.
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Cafeteria Conducts Thanksgiving Baked Goods Sale

OCC’s Cafeteria is conducting its annual Thanksgiving Baked Goods Sale. Orders are now being taken, and will be accepted through Thursday, Nov. 17.

Orders will be available for pickup on Wednesday, Nov. 23, from noon to 2 p.m. at the bakery counter in the Student Center Café.

Items for sale include: home-style dinner rolls; nine-inch apple, pumpkin and pecan pies; 10-inch pumpkin harvest cheesecakes (that serve 14); and banana nut, pumpkin and cranberry orange walnut quick breads.

For information, contact Judy De Vries at Ext. 26435.

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Job Fair for Heroes

Job Fair for Heroes

The Orange Country One-Stop Centers teamed up with the State of California Employment Development Department and the West Orange County Cities Association (WOCCA) to present the “Job Fair for Heroes” on November 10.

The event took place at the Joint Forces Training Base in Los Alamitos, located at 4745 Yorktown Avenue. At the job fair, current and former members of the armed forces explored civilian employment options available to them upon completing their military service. Attendees also connected with top-notch employers interested in hiring former service men and women, military spouses and injured service members. Although the event was targeted to those who had served in the military, all jobseekers were invited, resulting in an attendance of more than 600 people.

At the event, job-seekers looking for everything from entry-level jobs to professional management positions were able to speak with hiring representatives from several companies, including: Helmets to Hardhats, Los Angeles Sheriff Department, US Air-Conditioning Distributors, Universal Protection Service, Veterans Administration Long Beach Healthcare System, Adecco, Coldwell Banker Coastal Alliance, Garden Grove Unified School District, Pyramid Logistics Services, Inc., Kimco Staffing Services, Inc., Diversity Protection Systems, UPS, Colonial Supplemental Insurance, University of Phoenix, Coast Community College District, WOCCP (public service departments from 10 western cities), Veterans Hospital and Veterans Service Representatives, Hope University, and the EDD Veterans Division.

For more information on upcoming job fairs, or if you would like more information on the Orange County One-Stop Centers, please call Chick Hinkle at (714) 241-4940 or e-mail: chinkle@coastline.edu.
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AAWCC Raffle

This prize could save your life!

The American Association for Women in Community Colleges CCCD Chapter invites you to take part in a raffle where the grand prize could help save your life. For a small donation of $10, you’ll be entered to win a Heart and Lung Scan (a $550 value) donated by Dr. Lawrence J. Santora, M.D., with the Orange County Heart Institute.
Everyone is invited to participate and you need not be present to win.
For more information on the benefits of a heart and lung scan, visit:
www.ocvitalimaging.com.

The raffle will be held at the AAWCC dinner, schedule for:
Monday, November 21, 2005
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Orange Coast College , Captain’s Table
Please contact your AAWCC campus Representative for raffle tickets or more information about the dinner. At Coastline, your AAWCC rep is:
Elizabeth Edwards
(714) 546-7600, ext. 16560
eedwards@coastline.edu

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Thanks for the Memories...and $17,000 is Nice, Too!

The Patrons 2005 Cruising Into Fall Fashion Show Scholarship Fundraiser was a great success.  The Fashion Show Committee has a lot of people to thank: the volunteer models from the campus, Coast District, and the community; the models coordinator, retired GWC staffer Barbara Gallegos; the advertisers; underwriters Go With Jo Travel, Bank of America, Citibank, Wal*Mart, Wells Fargo Bank, Sam’s Club, and the 16 table sponsors.  We transported over 200 items to the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort Hotel for the Silent Auction.  Guests had a wide selection of assembled baskets to choose from in the Silent Auction area and had the best range of items ever to select from for the Opportunity Drawing including a handmade wood doll cradle and wood elephant rocking horse, 6’ 4” Mark McCoy surf board, 2.8 carat sapphire ring from Harry’s Fine Jewelry, a doll house from Marvelous Miniatures, a one of a kind original design gown worth $500 from Tatyana Peter Boutique (which was won by past GWC student body president Heather Arroyo South), a Chocolate Lovers Basket, and a certificate for a one night stay and Sunday brunch for two at the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort Hotel.  This was quite a bargain for the winners who got six tickets for the drawing with an investment of only $5.

Thanks to Tiffany’s of Long Beach, Friar Tux of Huntington Beach and REI of Huntington Beach, our models looked great in the fashions which ranged from sports wear to evening dress.  Jo Andrews chaired the Fashion Show Committee with the assistance of Joanne Bumm, Patrons president.  Both wish to thank everyone who contributed items for the fundraiser and those who volunteered endless hours preparing for this successful event. We were concerned that income might be down this year due to everyone’s generosity for the hurricane relief fund, but the $17,000 net income is in line with last year’s income!  The bottom line is that our students will benefit through the scholarships this income will fund for the Scholarship and Awards Ceremony in May 2006.

Nursing Program Receives $6 Million Grant

“The grant we received is one of seven awarded to  California community colleges to expand nursing programs.  These grants were given in order to respond in a big way to the nursing shortage.  There are over 1,200 students on the wait list for nursing programs in four Orange  County community colleges.  At the same time, there are over 1,300 unfilled positions in local Orange County hospitals; you can see the problem we have in our profession.  Our grant is part of a $90 million dollar initiative from Governor Schwarzenegger with one-third of the funds coming from the state and two-thirds requiring matching funds from the community. 

The nursing department developed a goal to double the nursing program enrollment 18 months ago.  The GWC Foundation contracted with Bette Kain to strategize funding this endeavor.  When this grant came along, it was of particular interest to GWC because it was a viable mechanism to fund our goal of doubling our nursing enrollment and have major student success strategies included.  The GWC plan will increase the incoming class of 48 to 96 students per semester starting in January 2006.
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