College of Alameda COVID-19 Notification

Dear COA Community,

We recently learned that an individual from our Campus community has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The individual was last on campus on February 3, 2022. While we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus because of privacy laws, we are following up as required. The District has been informed of this exposure and will begin contact tracing procedures. Following our safety protocols, those students/employees that may have been exposed have been contacted and advised to self-quarantine, get tested, and follow up with their health care provider.

Again, the health and well-being of our community are our highest priority, and your active practicing of masking, vaccination, and other COVID-19 prevention measures work to mitigate its spread. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider and do not come to campus. As a response to protecting everyone’s health and safety, this message serves as a notification in accordance with state laws.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state, and local Health Department Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:

• Abide by the guidelines established by the County of Alameda Health Department

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. 

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with health concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call). Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.

If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, supervising Vice President, or me as soon as possible. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.    

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates as appropriate.

Thank you for continuing to do your part to keep our community healthy and safe.

Warmest regards,

Nate

Nathaniel Jones III, Ph.D., MBA
President
College of Alameda
nathanieljones@peralta.edu
410-952-3652 (cell)

Laney College COVID-19 Announcement

Dear Peralta Community,

I am writing to inform you that Laney College senior leadership was informed on Wednesday, February 2nd, of an individual who tested positive for COVID 19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last at the College on Monday, January 31 in the upper level of the B Building. The individual informed college administration on the 2nd that they had tested positive earlier in the day, and senior administration was informed immediately. Subsequently, the Director of Facilities and Campus Operations ensured the area was promptly cleaned and sanitized. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.

Laney College opened for Spring Semester Instruction on January 24 with roughly half of its offerings on campus. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the required precautions.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:

• Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/).

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC. 

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.

For any further questions, please contact Director Amy Marshall in Administrative Services at amarshall@peralta.edu. Also, please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.

Sincerely,

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

College of Alameda – COVID-19 Notification

Dear COA Community,

We recently learned that an individual from our Campus community has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The individual was last on campus, January 25, 2022. While we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus because of privacy laws, we are following up as required. The District has been informed of this exposure and will begin contact tracing procedures. Following our safety protocols, those students/employee(s) that may have been exposed have been contacted and advised to self-quarantine, get tested, and follow-up with their health care provider.

Again, the health and well-being of our community is our highest priority, and your active practicing of masking, vaccination, and other COVID-19 prevention measures work to mitigate its spread. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider and do not come to campus. As a response to protecting everyone’s health and safety, this message serves as notification in accordance with state laws.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state, and local Health Department Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows: 

• Abide by the guidelines established by the County of Alameda Health Department

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with health concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call). Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.

If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, supervising Vice President, or me as soon as possible. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates as appropriate. 

Thank you for continuing to do your part to keep our community healthy and safe. 

Warmest regards,

Nate

Nathaniel Jones III, Ph.D., MBA
President
College of Alameda
nathanieljones@peralta.edu
410-952-3652 (cell)

Laney College COVID-19 Announcement

Dear Peralta Community,

I am writing to inform you that Laney College senior leadership was informed on Saturday, January 29th, of an individual who tested positive for COVID 19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last at the College on Wednesday, January 26, and was on the Laney Campus in the Field House. The individual notified a college employee on the 28th, the same day they tested positive, and senior administration at the College became aware on the 29th.  Facilities and Campus Operations was immediately informed and the areas in question were cleaned and sanitized over the weekend. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider. 

Laney College opened for Spring Semester Instruction on January 24 with roughly half of its offerings on campus. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the required precautions.

College of Alameda COVID-19 Notification

Dear COA Community, 

We recently learned that an individual from our Campus community has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The individual was last on campus on January 27, 2022. While we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus because of privacy laws, we are following up as required. The District has been informed of this exposure and will begin contact tracing procedures. Following our safety protocols, those students/employees that may have been exposed have been contacted and advised to self-quarantine, get tested, and follow up with their health care provider.

Again, the health and well-being of our community are our highest priority, and your active practicing of masking, vaccination, and other COVID-19 prevention measures work to mitigate its spread. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider and do not come to campus. As a response to protecting everyone’s health and safety, this message serves as a notification in accordance with state laws. 

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state, and local Health Department Guidelines to protect your health and those around you.  They are as follows: 

• Abide by the guidelines established by the County of Alameda Health Department

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with health concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call). Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.

If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, supervising Vice President, or me as soon as possible.  Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates as appropriate. 

Thank you for continuing to do your part to keep our community healthy and safe. 

Warmest regards,

Nate

Nathaniel Jones III, Ph.D., MBA
President
College of Alameda
nathanieljones@peralta.edu
410-952-3652 (cell)

Notice of Positive COVID-19 Test--Merritt College

Good afternoon, Merritt College.

I am writing to inform you that on Sunday, January 30, 2022, a student reported that they had tested positive for COVID-19. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for at least five days from the date of the positive test result, and may return thereafter if they are no longer symptomatic. While privacy guidelines preclude me from providing additional descriptive information, please know that the PCCD Office of Human Resources has been apprised of the positive test result so that they can notify the Alameda County Public Health Department and Cal/OSHA. I can also share with you that out of an abundance of caution the custodial staff cleaned and sanitized the classroom in question (the student was last present on Wednesday, January 26, 2022).

In compliance with our district guidelines, I will continue to report COVID-19 cases as part of our ongoing efforts to keep everyone safe and informed. For the most up-to-date information and resources for students, faculty/staff, and the community, I encourage you to visit https://safe.peralta.edu/

Kind regards.

David

David M. Johnson, Ph.D.
President
Merritt College
(510) 436-2501

Laney College COVID 19 Announcement

Dear Peralta Community,

I am writing to inform you that Laney College leadership was informed on Friday, January 28, an individual who tested positive for COVID 19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last at the College on January 25 (not symptomatic) and was in an area on the upper level of the A Building, which was immediately cleaned and sanitized on Friday. The positive test was reported by an employee to a Laney College administrator on the 28th, who immediately informed Facilities and Campus Operations so that their work area could be cleaned and sanitized. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.

Laney College opened for Spring Semester Instruction on January 24 with roughly half of its offerings on campus. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the required precautions.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:

• Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/).

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible. 

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.

For any further questions, please contact Director Amy Marshall in Administrative Services at amarshall@peralta.edu. Also, please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.  

Sincerely,   

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

Laney College COVID 19 Announcement

Dear Peralta Community,

I am writing to inform you that yesterday Laney College leadership was informed of a member of the campus community who tested positive for COVID 19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last at the College on January 25 and the lower level of the B Building. The individual reported the positive result to a college employee, who promptly notified college leadership. All of these locations have been identified and reported to the Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, who has since cleaned and sanitized the area where the individual was. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.

The health and well-being of our students and employees is of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.

Laney College opened for Spring Semester Instruction on January 24 with roughly half of its offerings on campus. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the required precautions.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:

• Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/).

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible. 

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments. For any further questions, please contact Director Amy Marshall in Administrative Services at amarshall@peralta.edu. Also, please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.

Sincerely,

Rudy Besikof 
President 
Laney College

BCC COVID-19 Notice of Exposure 1-27-2022

Dear Berkeley City College Community,

I am writing to inform you that yesterday evening, Berkeley City College leadership was informed of an individual who tested positive for COVID-19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last on campus on January 25, 2022, and was in a classroom. This was reported to a college employee yesterday evening and then to a senior administrator. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off-campus for at least five days from the date of the positive test result and may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the appropriate channels for county reporting.

Those potentially interacting with this individual are being notified, and the area in question has since been cleaned and sanitized as of last night. A reminder to our community is that our custodial colleagues complete cleaning of all active teaching and learning spaces as part of regular maintenance every night.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.  Per policy and the District email of August 5, 2022, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the precautions when coming to campus.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:  

• Please wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/).

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, your Vice President, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments. 

Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community, including testing available through the four college campuses and the PCCD office.

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.

In Community,

 Dr. Angélica Garcia (she | her | ella)
President
Berkeley City College

Laney College COVID Announcement

Dear Peralta Community,

I am writing to inform you that yesterday Laney College leadership was informed of an individual who tested positive for COVID 19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last at the College on January 27 and was in two areas of the College Fieldhouse. The positive test was immediately reported that evening to their supervisor, who immediately informed my Office as well as Facilities and Campus Operations so that their work area could be cleaned and sanitized. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.

Laney College opened for Spring Semester Instruction on January 24 with roughly half of its offerings on campus. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the required precautions.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:

• Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/).

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible. 

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.

For any further questions, please contact Director Amy Marshall in Administrative Services at amarshall@peralta.edu. Also, please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community. 

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.

Sincerely,

Rudy Besikof
President 
Laney College

Laney College COVID Announcement

Dear Peralta Community,

I am writing to inform you that yesterday Laney College leadership was informed of an individual who tested positive for COVID-19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws. 

This person was last at the College on January 25 and was in three areas of the College Fieldhouse.  This was reported to a college employee today and then a senior administrator. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.  

From the reporting of the positive test, the College learned that the individual was in the area of the fieldhouse, where intersession has been held. Those potentially interacting with this individual are being notified, and the areas in question have since are being identified for cleaning and sanitization.  

The health and well-being of our students and employees is of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.  

Laney College has been open on a very limited basis since January 3, 2022, with intersession classes taking place. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the precautions when coming to campus.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:

• Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/). 

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.

For any further questions, please contact Director Amy Marshall in Administrative Services at amarshall@peralta.edu. Also, please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community. 

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.

Sincerely, 

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

(2 of 2) Laney College COVID Announcement

Dear Peralta Community,

I am writing to inform you that yesterday Laney College leadership was informed of an individual who tested positive for COVID 19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last at the College on January 25 in the College Library. The positive test was immediately reported that evening to their supervisor, who immediately informed Facilities and Campus Operations so that their work area could be cleaned and sanitized, in this case, an additional time. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.

Laney College opened for Spring Semester Instruction on January 24 with roughly half of its offerings on campus. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the required precautions.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:

• Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/).

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.

For any further questions, please contact Director Amy Marshall in Administrative Services at amarshall@peralta.edu. Also, please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.

Sincerely,  

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

(1 of 2) Laney College COVID Announcement

Dear Peralta Community, 

I am writing to inform you that yesterday Laney College leadership was informed of a member of the campus community who tested positive for COVID 19. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last at the College on January 25 and in various parts of the upper and lower level of the A Building. All of these locations have been identified and reported to the Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, who has since had the areas cleaned and sanitized. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.

The health and well-being of our students and employees are of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.  

Laney College opened for Spring Semester Instruction on January 24 with roughly half of its offerings on campus. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the required precautions.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows: 

• Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/). 

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.  

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.  

For any further questions, please contact Director Amy Marshall in Administrative Services at amarshall@peralta.edu. Also, please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community. 

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.    

Sincerely,  

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

Laney College COVID 19 Announcement

Dear Peralta Community,

I am writing to inform you that yesterday Laney College leadership was informed of an employee who tested positive. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

This person was last at the College on January 15 but was not symptomatic. They did not interact with anyone that day before developing symptoms on the 17th. The positive test was immediately reported on the 19th to their supervisor, who immediately informed Facilities and Campus Operations so that their work area could be cleaned and sanitized. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual will remain off campus for five days from the date of the positive test result and then may return if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County.

The health and well-being of our students and employees is of the utmost importance. If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.

Laney College has been open on a very limited basis since January 3, 2022, with intersession classes taking place. Per policy and the District email of August 5, those coming to campus must go through screening and then exercise the precautions when coming to campus.

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you. They are as follows:

• Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

• Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/).

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. 

• If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC.

• If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).

• If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me. Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible.

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.

For any further questions, please contact Director Amy Marshall in Administrative Services at amarshall@peralta.edu. Also, please visit Safe Peralta for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.

Sincerely,  

Rudy Besikof 

President 

Laney College

Laney Child Care Center COVID-19 Announcement

Dear Peralta Community, 

I am writing to inform you that Friday evening Laney Childcare Center leadership was informed of an individual who tested positive for COVID-19.  To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individual who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

In line with the protocol in place for the childcare centers, the Butterfly classroom will be closed for the required 10-day period. The families and staff have been notified of the closure, including the re-opening date and the requirement of returning with a negative test result at the time of re-opening. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County. 

The health and well-being of our stud​ents and employees is of the utmost importance.  If you develop flu or other symptoms including dry cough and fever, please contact your medical provider.    

We ask that you abide by Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines to protect your health and those around you.  They are as follows:  

·         Please wear a mask when coming to campus.

·         Abide by state guidelines (https://covid19.ca.gov/safer-economy/).  

·         Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. 

·         If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60 percent alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry. 

·         Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands. 

·         Follow all recommendations provided by the CDC. 

·         If you have medical questions, please contact your health care provider. Students with concerns can contact the Roots Clinic at (510) 533-1248 (please provide your student ID during the call).         

·         If you, or someone in your household, shows COVID-19 related symptoms, please notify Human Resources, your immediate supervisor, Director of Facilities and Campus Operations, Amy Marshall, or me.  Be assured that we will maintain confidentiality to the highest degree possible. 

As everyone’s health and safety are our priority, we will continue to assess the situation and provide updates should there be further developments.   

For any further questions, please contact Interim Chief of Staff, Royl L. Roberts at rlroberts@peralta.edu. Also, please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty/staff, and the community.  

We appreciate everyone continuing to do their best to support our students and colleagues.  Please stay safe and stay vigilant.   

Sincerely,

Royl L. Roberts, JD, MBA

Special Assistant to the Chancellor/ Chief of Staff (Interim)

Peralta Community College District

333 East 8th Street Oakland CA 94606 

rlroberts@peralta.edu | 510.466.7204

Merritt College COVID-19 Update

Good afternoon, Merritt College.

I am writing to inform you that this morning (Friday, January 21, 2022) a Merritt employee reported a positive COVID test to the district office. Those who have been exposed directly have been identified, and the proper procedures are being followed (in this case, the service area in question is being sanitized and temporarily shut down).

While privacy guidelines preclude me from providing you with any identifying information, please know that I have apprised the PCCD Office of Human Resources Office of the positive test result so that the information can be shared with the Alameda County Public Health Department and Cal/OSHA.

In compliance with our district guidelines, I will continue to report COVID-19 cases to you in our ongoing efforts to keep everyone safe and informed. I would also encourage you to visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources for students, faculty/staff, and the community.  

Kind regards. 

David
David M. Johnson, Ph.D.
President
Merritt College
(510) 436-2501

Merritt College COVID-19 Update

Good evening, Merritt College Community:

I am writing to inform you that this morning one of our colleagues reported to a member of the college leadership team that they had tested positive for COVID-19. They stated that they had taken a COVID-19 test on Friday, January 14th, but did not receive the results until this morning. Our colleague is now at home and quarantining, but they were here on campus on Tuesday, January 18th and Wednesday, January 19th. While privacy guidelines preclude me from providing you with any identifying information, please know that I have apprised the PCCD Office of Human Resources Office of the positive test result so that the information can be shared with the Alameda County Public Health Department and Cal/OSHA. I have also notified those individuals with whom this person was in contact.

In compliance with our district guidelines, I will continue to report COVID-19 cases to you in our ongoing efforts to keep everyone safe and informed. I would also encourage you to visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for the most up-to-date information and resources for students, faculty/staff, and the community.  

Take care and be safe.

David
David M. Johnson, Ph.D.
President
Merritt College
(510) 436-2501

College of Alameda Return to Campus Update

Dear College of Alameda Community,

I hope this message finds you healthy and hopeful regarding the new year, 2022. It has been great to see employees on campus this week as we look forward to the start of the Spring 2022 semester. While we look forward to the start of the spring term, I am aware of and sensitive to employee and student concerns related to COVID-19 in general and the Omicron variant in particular. Please know that providing our students with the education and support services that they need in a safe and responsible manner remains our highest priority. To those ends, much work and care has been undertaken.

Currently, our enrollment for Spring is down in comparison to last year. Faculty, administrators, and staff across the college are working collaboratively to address our enrollment challenges. I believe that with continued hard work, perseverance, and creativity, we will achieve a measure of success and improvement. Special thanks to everyone for your work and commitment to effective enrollment management and student-focused support.

As more faculty and students return to campus next week and beyond, I would like to provide a few updates regarding campus safety measures, as well as reminders of District policies.

IN-PERSON HOURS OF OPERATION:

For the Spring 2022 semester, CoA will be providing both virtual and in-person classes and support and administrative services. In general, in-person services will be available on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. However, the number of days may increase depending on demand/needs. A summary of the in-person hours of operation by unit is provided below:

• Academic Administrative Offices – Monday – Thursday (8:00am – 5:00pm)

• ACCESO/Puente – Tuesday & Wednesday (8:00am – 4:30pm)

• Library – Tuesdays (10:00am – 1:00pm) and Wednesday (1:00pm – 4:00pm)

• Learning Center – Monday – Friday (10:00am – 7:00pm)

• Student Services – Tuesday & Wednesday (8:00am – 4:30pm)

• Cashier’s Office – Tuesday & Wednesday (10:00am – 4:00pm)

• Business Office & Mailroom – Tuesday & Wednesday (9:00am – 4:00pm) and Thursday (9:00am – 1:00pm)

• Information Technology – Monday & Thursday (10:00am – 2:00pm) and Tuesday & Wednesday (8:00am – 4:30pm)

CAMPUS:

CoA re-opened after winter break on Monday, January 3, 2022, with several staff and administrators returning to campus the week of January 10th in preparation for the Spring semester, which begins on the 24th. Those who arrive on-site are expected to check in daily with BrightStar staff members to show proof of their daily health screening and vaccination status (BrightStar is the District vendor providing screening services for the campus).  The BrightStar checkpoints will be at the following locations :

• COA Main Campus (Primary Location: Info Booth; Secondary Location: H Building)

• Aviation

• 860 Atlantic (Lobby; times vary according to class schedule)

Specific operational details will be provided in a subsequent email. Feel free to contact your Dean or manager with any questions.

Signage has been deployed throughout the College to direct people to check-in locations.  BrightStar will also be coordinating with Marina Security to assist with ensuring that those who arrive on campus go through a screening checkpoint before entering our buildings.  Please make sure that you have (510) 466-7236 on your phone, which is the number for campus/District Public Safety. You can call it 24/7 for emergencies, safety/security issues and concerns, as well as call it to request a safety escort if you need one.

As part of our collective efforts to keep everyone as safe as possible, please adhere to the following guidelines:

• Before arriving on campus, please perform the daily health screening using the Company Nurse website and be prepared to show your device’s green screen to the screeners posted at campus locations or your manager.

• If you have not already done so, please also upload your proof of COVID-19 vaccination to the Company Nurse website prior to returning to campus.

• For those who have an approved medical, disability, or religious exemption, please note that you are required to submit weekly negative COVID-19 test results. The test results must be uploaded to Company Nurse by Friday of each week. At College of Alameda, testing is available every Tuesday from 8:00a.m. to noon in the F Building. Dates and times for testing at the other Peralta colleges is available at: https://safe.peralta.edu/covid-19-vaccine

• All persons are required to always wear a mask over both their nose and mouth while on Peralta property unless you are alone in an office with the door closed, eating, and/or drinking. Masks and PPE are available to you upon request made to your supervisor.

Instructions on how to use the Company Nurse website (as well as information and resources regarding the safe return to campus) can be found at the Safe Peralta website.

VACCINATION POLICY:

Students accessing in-person courses (including hybrid) and face-to-face services (for example, the library, counseling, tutoring, etc.) are required to upload proof of full vaccination (unless they have an approved medical or religious exemption on file with the District). After much consideration and discussion, we have determined that students who are only taking online classes will not be required to upload vaccination proof unless they seek to receive in-person services on campus.

The District now accepts alternative vaccines approved by the World Health Organization for compliance with the District's vaccination policy. The list of those vaccines are available by clicking on this WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION (WHO) link.

The Office of Human Resources has reached out to employees to confirm that everyone is adhering to the vaccination policy. Non-compliance will be handled appropriately and those who have been granted exemptions have been notified and apprised of the guidelines that they need to follow.

AIR CIRCULATION/HVAC:

The District has completed its assessment of the office/work spaces at CoA. I am pleased to report that all of our spaces to be used by students and employees have sufficient air flow or have been supplemented with air purifiers (which is critical in minimizing the risk of COVID-19 transmission). The final reports are available for viewing on the Safe Peralta web pages, with a direct link to the reports found here: https://explore.peralta.edu/generalservices/ventilation-summaries.

OTHER RESOURCES:

The Safe Peralta links below provide information pertaining to possible exposure notification and prevention program. Employees are encouraged to consult these to better understand the measures in place to manage the College and District’s COVID response:

PCCD Guidelines for Staff in The Event of a Suspected or Confirmed Student COVID-19 Exposure

PCCD Guidelines for Employees in the Event of a Suspected or Confirmed COVID-19 Case or Flu

PCCD COVID-19 Prevention Program Policy

In closing, the circumstances related to COVID-19 are constantly changing. We are being vigilant and thoughtful in our assessment of the situation, and we appreciate your support and partnership in our efforts to contend with the pandemic, serve our students, and keep everyone as safe as we can. I will keep you apprised of any material changes. Thank you for your understanding, support, and patience.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions and I will do my best to answer them. I hope to see you tomorrow for the Flex Campus Leadership Presentations!

Take care and be safe.

Warmest regards,

Nate 

Nathaniel Jones III, Ph.D., MBA

President

College of Alameda

nathanieljones@peralta.edu

410-952-3652 (cell)

CoA Covid testing cancelled today

Good morning COA community--

Please note that Covid testing is cancelled for today due to an unexpected staffing shortage with the company-- hopefully testing will resume tomorrow at Merritt College.

Thank you

Amy H. Lee, Ed.D.
Dean, Enrollment Services
College of Alameda

Safe Return to Campus December 20 Town Hall Q&A

Thank you to all who were able to join the Safe Peralta Return to Campus Town Hall on Monday morning, December 20th, 2021. There were over 250 participants on the Zoom webinar. You can view the highly informative webinar on YouTube.

The slides presented are available here.

Below are questions submitted before the Town Hall and during it, along with answers.

COVID-19 Vaccines

Are booster shots required of employees? Is the district going to update Company Nurse to allow for uploading booster information? Is the district going to require booster shots?

There is discussion around booster shots but currently employees are not required to show proof of having received a booster shot. That being said, we highly recommend the whole Peralta community - Students, faculty and staff - get a booster to protect themselves and our community, especially amidst the rise of COVID-19 variants. Company Nurse will be updated to allow employees to input their booster information.

What percentage of faculty & staff are vaccinated/what percentage are not complying with the vaccine policy?

Currently, 94% of faculty and staff have shown proof of vaccination. Of the remaining six percent, some are approved exempt, some have exemptions.

How are managers notified of an employee’s modification approval?

Human Resources notifies the supervising administrator of modifications.

How long will employees have to comply after notices go out of non-complience with the vaccine policy?

They will have 10 working days to provide proof of compliance during which they must remain off campus.

Will colleges be providing more opportunities for students and campus community to get vaccinations, including boosters?

The District is working to provide opportunities for students to receive vaccinations on campus. We understand access is important as we manage this health issue.

Does the district accept vaccines not used in the US?

As of January 3, 2022, Peralta is now accepting the vaccines approved by the World Health Organization (WHO) for compliance with our vaccination policy. The list of WHO-approved vaccines is here: https://covid19.trackvaccines.org/agency/who/

Is there COVID-19 testing on all campuses?

Yes each college has 1 day where rapid testing is available. Also, colleges are working to add on site vaccination options.

Masks and Air

What is the mask policy for employees?

The mask policy is every employee, regardless of vaccination status, is required to wear a mask when on Peralta property unless alone in a closed room or office

Will there be a masking requirement for in-person classes? And if so, is there a protocol for instructors if students do not have or wear a mask during class?

Currently, we are all required to wear masks indoors. California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has mandated that everyone in California wear a mask in indoor public spaces and workplaces. The order is in effect December 15, 2021 to February 15, 2022.

Have air purifiers been provided to areas in need?

Yes - air purifiers have been purchased to assist the existing HVAC systems in maintaining clean air on our campuses. They were installed over the holiday break and the results can be found at https://explore.peralta.edu/generalservices/ventilation-summaries

How will these increases in airflow affect ADA accessibility?

Please report any and all ADA accessibility issues immediately. Report to Campus Facilities or District Risk Management

What steps is Peralta taking to abide by the revised CalOSHA standards?

Peralta is following CalOSHA standards and monitoring them/adjusting policies as they change

How often do filters need to be cleaned or changed on all of the buildings in every Peralta college to keep all healthy?

The filter service instructions will be included and monitored. There will be a changing and/or cleaning schedule for all filters.

Campus Access and Security

How will we ensure students on campus are following the vaccine policy? Will the district be providing signage to campuses for students regarding campus shield and brightstar?
BrightStar staff will be at each campus checking student vaccination status. They have been doing this currently and will expand personnel to help with the additional flow of students in Spring 2022. In addition, student security assistants and/or student ambassadors will also help guide students to BrightStar personnel. A-frame signs have been created for each of the campuses. Additional signage will be provided when requested by colleges.

What is the policy & procedure of noncompliance for student or staff? How do we report them and to whom?

Non-compliance should be reported to the applicable manager or HR via hr@peralta.edu

How can I make sure that someone will be available to screen students and visitors for vaccination status at my site (Merritt College’s off-site Fruitvale office)?

Resources are being distributed to all of our sites to provide screenings.

If there is an error on company nurse, it takes a long time for it to be corrected. Will there be someone who can readily assist with errors on campany nurse?

Yes, please contact Carrie Burdick at cburdick@peralta.edu if there is an error with Company Nurse.

Is Bright Star Screening visitors at our athletic events in the evenings or Saturday?

The plan is to work with Bright Star to ensure our hosted events are also in compliance.

Will Security still be taking up parking on campus, as they currently area?

Director Thomas is developing plans to address and monitor parking on campus. He has increased security and visibility as a step in that direction. He also understands the issues connected with parking on our campuses.

How will we handle guests on campus- such as prospective students? do they need to show vaccination status to BSC and do campus shield?

Guests will need to use campus shield and go through the screening process

Will security services be provided radios?

Yes, we have the radios and they will be programmed and out to security before the return of campus. We are also working with Alameda PD on safety moving forward.

Are faculty able to ask students upon their arrival as a secondary check?

Yes, faculty and staff are able to ask to see that the student has passed the daily health screening. It will be on the Campus Shield app. Also if you are instructional faculty, your roster will say "cleared" or "not cleared" as to whether the vaccination/exemption info is uploaded.

Has the district come up with a close contact exposure policy? i.e., what to do if one has been in contact with a positive individual? Current CDC guidelines do not require quarantine if asymptomatic and vaccinated.

While we do not have a formal policy regarding close contact exposure, we recommend individuals follow the CDC guidelines for self quarantine following a close contact exposure. The CDC guidelines are available at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/quarantine-isolation.html

What is being done to address recent break-ins, robberies, and crime in the parking lots?

The break-Ins are being addressed, we are currently working on key control standards, patrol coverage and parking lot coverage. In the overflow lot a security patrol vehicle will be posted in the lot for deterrence regarding auto theft and etc. We will update staff at meetings and be very transparent when it comes to safety.

What if a security guard doesn't wear a mask?

Contact Peralta Safety switchboard at 510-466-7236 to report the situation.

Is someone available to assist those of us who are visually impaired? The apps are not (Screen Reader Friendly). Also, where at Merritt do I report to in order to get assistance with filling out the questions?

At Merritt, it might be best to check in at the library. As for accessibility, we are working with the providers to update the software. Contact Carrie Burdock with any concerns/issues with the apps cburdock@peralta.edu

Students

What will happen to the enrollment status of students that are enrolled in on-campus classes for Spring 2022, but are not vaccinated/approved for an exemption? If there are enrollment consequences, what is the timeline?

Students will receive ample notice once they've enrolled through email, SMS texts, social media, and other outlets of our vaccine policy. Non compliance with the policy means the student has not met appropriate pre-requisites for the class.

Is it possible to receive a list from Campus Solutions with students’ vax status?

Faculty can see if the students in their class are cleared or not cleared according to the vaccination policy.

If I am an employee who is taking classes, do I have to fill out both company nurse and campus shield when I come to campus? Do I have to upload proof to both sites?

Yes: upload to both sites, screen with Company Nurse when coming to campus for work. If coming to campus for class only, screen with Campus Shield and check in with BrightStar at the entrance.

What is the date that students who are not vaccinated/ exempt be dropped from in-person classes?

Students who do not meet the requirements for classes, will be notified that they have not met the requirement and will need to follow the district’s class drop timeline.

Why are students allowed to register for classes being held on campus if they have not been cleared with vaccination?

We did not want to block students from registering. Students are challenged enough with the process so did not want to complicate it more. Additionally, we looked at other colleges in the Bay Area and others also allow registration without vaccination.

Additional Questions

If an employee has turned in documentation from their doctor to verify that they have a compromised immune system what is the protocol for the employee?

The employee should coordinate with Human Resources and their supervisor to make appropriate accomodations.

Does returning to campus require leadership, at District and Laney, be required to return to the Oakland community? i.e. District Offices Spring 2021

The District Office will be open. Anyone that does not have an approved exemption may be required to return to campus. Exemptions are confidential.

In regard to the return to campus date, What if your office is under construction right now?

As it relates to return to campus and your office being under construction, please work with your direct supervisor to make plans.

Faculty are happy to share info. Why not make it easy and provide sample langauge for syllabi and an actual Canvas COVID module that is uploaded as a default in all course sites?

This is a great idea and the Distance Education coordinators/DE committees and college leaderships can work towards this goal or at least add a few pages to the Welcome/Introduction Module per each course

Is there an official telecommute policy? Are classified staff and faculty allowed to work out of state (exemptions or not) like our chancellor & vice chancellors?

There is ongoing work to develop a telecommute board policy and administrative procedure.

Are Facilities and IT Departments ready to troubleshoot and assist in a timely manner with desk/office space moves that may be required in order to keep a safe distance?

Yes, both IT and DGS are available to assist. For IT, please create a helpdesk ticket by writing to helpdesk@peralta.edu (for employees).

For those employees who have a medical accommodation, and are not currently required to return to campus, how long will the accommodation be recognized?

Per VC McKinley, we will recognize the accommodations as long as Cal OSHA says we should. We are following Cal OSHA guidelines.