There may now be an opportunity to address this issue with the newly formed Student Senate for California Community Colleges.
Whereas, Education Code 76060-76067 codifies student council rights, including the delegation of exclusive and specific fundraising and budgeting rights;
Whereas, Some of these budget decisions impact faculty-sponsored co-curricular programs, often without faculty input; and
Whereas, Faculty rights of consultation are outlined in Title 5 and postdate Education Code 76060-76067;
Resolved, That the Academic Senate for California Community Colleges form an ad hoc committee, inviting the participation of a representative or representatives of the Student Senate, to review the two areas of law and make recommendations to the body at the Fall 2006 Plenary Session.MSC Disposition: Local Senates