Manuel Baca Interview

Here is the link to the full interview with our very own Manuel Baca on Student Success Task Force and Prop 30.
Below is an excerpt from the interview

How do you feel about the current voting on the enrollment policies for community colleges? I voted affirmatively and support the policies and procedures, related to this matter, as drawn up by the consultation group.

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How do you feel about Jerry Brown’s proposition tax initiatives? Does this hinder the goals the Student Success Task Force are working towards? I am supporting the Governor’s tax initiative and believe that having the voters pass the initiative will help, not hinder, the Student Success Task Force recommendations and goals.
What consequences would community colleges face if Jerry Brown’s Tax initiative does not pass? If the Governor’s initiative does not pass, the governor and the legislature will need to rethink mid-year cuts in funding for community colleges.  As an initial take, the community college would be looking at additional reductions in funding, possibly as much as 7-10% on top of those already decided. All colleges would face reductions in class sections offered, while some will face this, as well as significant reductions in staffing (layoffs) and programs.  The consequences will vary somewhat, from college to college, based on availability of reserves and other factors, but all will be hard pressed. Students will suffer greatly in terms of accessibility to courses and services.