Board of Trustees Brief

40% of Peralta buildings are in “deficient” condition, according to update on Facilities Master Plan

The independent consultant report also reveals a large percentage of online students across the district.

Leo Premnath-Ray, Staff Writer • May 13, 2026

According to the Division of the State Architect, 40% of all Peralta buildings are considered “deficient,” or the “strongest candidates” for renovation or replacement. The plan also found that a growing percentage of Peralta students are enrolled online.

Awards honorees, student elections updates, and dual enrollment partnership at April 14 Board of Trustees meeting

Chancellor recognizes employees with the Flying Pig Award for their “exceptional contributions,” board approves facility funds and employee retirements.

Nelzy Gonzalez-Zaragoza, Associate Editor • April 28, 2026

The Peralta Community College District’s Board of Trustees approved a new, short-term position under the new safety model, heard from student government, and celebrated district community members with the Chancellor’s award during their regular meeting on April 14.

Peralta expands safety leadership, advances union deals at March 24 Board of Trustees meeting

New supervisory roles, contract negotiations, and bond related agreements highlight a wide ranging set of approvals

Nathaniel Delgado, Staff Writer • April 13, 2026

At its regular March 24 meeting, the Peralta Community College District Board of Trustees approved the creation of two new security positions as a part of the district’s changing security model. The...

District officially participating in POST certification, Peralta Colleges Foundation audit report and more at the March 10 Board of Trustees meeting

District approved to join the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Program

Ethan Dennerle, Staff Writer • March 24, 2026

The Peralta Community College District Board of Trustees approved the district’s participation in creating a police force, were briefed on the Peralta Colleges Foundation audit, and approved additional funding for multiple facilities’ projects.

Contract non-renewals, parcel tax measure, and new security director position approved at Feb. 10 Board of Trustees meeting

10 Administrative positions non-renewed during closed session, names remain unconfirmed

Ethan Dennerle and Nathaniel Delgado • February 24, 2026

The Peralta Community College District Board of Trustees approved several personal changes including a slew of contract non-renewals and the formation of a new Director of Community Safety/Chief position during a Feb. 10 meeting

In case you missed it; money for dual enrollment, facilities, and more approved at Nov. 18 Board of Trustees meeting

The Peralta Community College District Board of Trustees approved more money for dual enrollment, entered in a land trust agreement, and heard safety concerns regarding the Athletic Fieldhouse during their regular meeting on Nov. 18, 2025.

Eliot Faine, Managing Editor • December 6, 2025

Oakland- District Chancellor Tammeil Gilkerson began the meeting with a proclamation that district flags would fly at half-staff from Nov. 14 to Nov. 24, in memory of Laney College’s late athletic director,...

Peralta Board of Trustees to vote on emergency security work at special meeting

According to Resolution 25/26-199, the district chancellor will be authorized to "take any and all lawful measures" to provide "safety and security needs" to the Laney Fieldhouse

Ivan Saravia and Tamara Copes • November 24, 2025

The Peralta Community College District’s Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on Monday to vote on emergency work for the "repair and enhancement” of security at the Laney College Fieldhouse.

Statewide basic needs survey results and facilities updates at Oct. 14 Board of Trustees meeting

The board reviewed survey data results on food and housing insecurity among California community college students and approved multiple facilities projects at the meeting.

Erik Bracken, Staff Writer • October 29, 2025

The Peralta Community College District Board of Trustees heard a public comment concerning the district’s policies around ICE, reviewed survey data results on food and housing insecurity among California community college students, and approved multiple facilities projects at their regular meeting on Oct. 14.

Student support programs highlighted at Sept. 23 Board of Trustees study session

Faculty concerns, as well as horticulture hopes, broached during public comment

Reid Haataja, Staff Writer • October 5, 2025

Representatives from each college in the Peralta Community College District gave a presentation highlighting programs designed to support student success to the district’s Board of Trustees during the Sept. 23 study session at Merritt College. The presentation examined the efforts and results of programs focused on meeting the needs of Asian American and Pacific Islander, Black and African American, and Latinx students. 

Laney-Merritt merger “concerns” and EEO presentation at Sept. 9 Board of Trustees meeting

Uncertainty over pending college merger, an EEO analysis of Peralta's underrepresented Latinx faculty population, and Peralta gets new tech

Tamara Copes, Staff Writer • September 29, 2025

The Peralta Community College District Board of Trustees met for a regular board meeting at the district office on Sept. 9. Trustees heard discussions around the annual Equal Employment Opportunity certification form, updates for student government appointments, and the district's acquisition of updated technology.

Board hears union opposition during public comment and more at Aug. 26 Board meeting

Public comments focused on district security and a new payment schedule for campus facility rentals.

Nelzy Gonzalez-Zaragoza and Ivan Saravia • September 9, 2025

The Peralta Community College District Board of Trustees convened for their first meeting of the 2025 Fall semester on Aug. 26. During public comment, the board heard representatives for Service Employees International Union (SEIU) voice grievances on behalf of security workers and discussion of a new rental fees schedule for campus facilities.

April 22 Board Brief: College of Alameda highlights its academic programs and district enrollment trends

The college invited the Board of Trustees and the public to review its accomplishments

Romi Bales and Lylah Schmedel-Permanna • May 28, 2025

The Peralta Board of Trustees convened at the College of Alameda (CoA) on April 22 where CoA showcased two of its programs and reviewed the annual student success and equity data report. CoA President...