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THE VOICE OF SOLANO COLLEGE

VOL. 29, NO. 1

SEPT. 5 - SEPT. 18, 2012

New security cameras installed on campus John Glidden News Editor jglidden@solanotempest.net

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For the fall semester, 35 new security cameras will be installed in locations around the Solano College main campus.

Cameras will be located in student lobbies, around the financial aid office, around the admission and records office, the 100 building lobby, the lobby of the 200 building which holds the children’s center, the bus stop, the parking lots and other areas, said police staff.

“The intent of these cameras are to be preventative; some signage will be installed to inform the public about the cameras,” said Dawson, chief of police at SCC. “No cameras will be placed in bathrooms, locker rooms, offices, or anywhere where there is an expectation of privacy.”

Dawson was placed on leave Aug. 30. Ed Goldberg is providing leadership to the department for the interim.

“Our thefts have not gone up,” said Dawson regarding the timing of cameras being placed around the main campus. “Our numbers have been consistent.”

According to Dawson, the 35 cameras represent phase one of a three phase project. Locations for 8SEE CAMERAS, PAGE 6

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Mike Peterson, a technician from Technical Business Solutions, installs a security camera in the 1400 building Monday, Aug. 27 2012. These cameras are being installed in main corridors and parking lots of the main campus.

SCC police chief placed on leave

Board approves $348 million bond measure for November ballot

John Glidden News Editor

At their Aug. 1 meeting, the Solano College district governing board approved the placement of a $348 million dollar bond measure for the Nov. 6 ballot.

If approved, the bond would fund the modernization of nursing, firefighting, and bio technology training centers, at Solano

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Bradley Mossman/Tempest

Steven Dawson, chief of police for Solano Community College, is on leave effective immediately, according to an e-mail sent throughout the district by Yulian Ligioso, vice president of finance and administration at Solano College.

Ret. Lieutenant, Ed Goldberg, will in the interim provide leadership for the police department, said Ligioso in the e-mail.

This move comes after nine months of uncertainty about the future of the Solano College police department.

In November police staff received an email from their union informing police staff of a possible layoff. In December, Ligioso said that administrators were “exploring different models” of campus security.

Ligioso did not return phone calls

or e-mails before press time.

Currently, Solano employs two full-time sworn officers, four parttime sworn officers, a parking enforcement officer, and two community service officers for the Vacaville and Vallejo centers.

Police staff would not comment.

“Criminal activity and incidents undermining the safety of people and property have increased in the last several months and years, resulting in an increased need for sworn officers and support personnel,” the Solano College safety committee wrote in a memo at the end of the fall 2011 semester.

“The SCCD Police Department suffers from chronic and sizeable understaffing.”

Last semester, both the associated students of Solano College and the Phi Theta Kappa honor society expressed support in retaining the campus police.

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College. The money would go to replacing aging classrooms, science laboratories and libraries, upgrade instructional technology, insure that buildings meet earthquake/fire safety codes and improve energy efficiency, according to the text of the bond.

Faculty and administration salaries, pensions, and other operating expenses would not be funded by the bond.

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Board approved placing bond on Nov. ballot

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “A Prince, whose character is thus marked by every act which may define a Tyrant, is unfit to be the ruler of a free people.”

-Declaration of Independence

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OPINION

THE TEMPEST n SEPT. 5 - SEPT. 18, 2012

Get a grip, grads: --move out or move on “Are those your parents again?” Yvette, the little girl I

was baby-sitting, giggled as my phone rang. “Yes, I suppose.” I sighed. This was the third time my parents were checking on their 23-year-old daughter, while Yvette’s own parents had yet to check on her. Yvette is six years old.

For Mom and Dad, or as I like to call them, “Who are you with?” and “When are you coming back?”, my return home has been far from easy. It hasn’t been easy for any of us, the “53 percent of 18 to 24 year olds” back from college

who make up the “boomerang generation,” according to Pew Social and Demographic Trends.

Trust me, the feeling is mutual for this bitter graduate. (I’d like to see you come up with an alibi explaining a boy in your backyard at 3 a.m.)

Don’t get me wrong; I’m far from ungrateful. I acknowledge the eye-popping price of merely existing, and I can’t help but compare the expense with the one living under my parents’ roof. Not only would living at home be offered at a reduced rent, if not “on the house,” but a fresh, homecooked meal is conveniently available. I could forget the times of guiltily tossing out hastily defrosted Costco lasagna. Instead, I’d feel a rush of love every time I’d see a well-stocked fridge, complete with the fat-free milk that Dad knows I drink.

53 percent of 18 to 24 year olds back from college make up the boomerang generation–people living at home with their parents.

--Pew Social and Demographic Trends

But then, as the days dragged on, I’d feel my tolerance diminish to dangerously low levels, my anger rising. “I can do my own laundry how I want, Dad.” If you can’t handle the truth, don’t ask any questions, Mom.” I’d overcompensate. I’d obnoxiously show off my budding career to anyone who so much as suggested that only failures still live with their parents. Finally, I’d storm off into the saving grace that is the bedroom I’ve had since I was 3 feet tall.

By Ashley Ching staff writer AChing@ solanotempest.net

This is a brief episode of a “quarter life crisis,” a phenomenon cleverly illustrated by Emma Koenig’s blog, “F*CK! I’m In My Twenties.” Tears and sweat accompany the panic, but I finally find peace. I come across an old photo album, a collection of the good old days. Flipping through it, I realize those days weren’t actually so good at all. The surprise 18th birthday my crush had flaked. The Christmas party I went to as chubby, self-conscious high schooler.

These were all moments I had then found to be burdensome and almost intolerable. Things were never good then.

Would that even have been possible? All I know is that looking back, I only wish I enjoyed those times. The years had flown by, and now they were gone.

Now is no different from the past. We can change our fate or accept it. What are you going to do about post graduate angst? The options are simple. You can essentially sleep on a Craigslister’s couch or compromise with your parents.

You can move out or move on. These seem like large, life-changing choices, but we can’t lose ourselves trying to satisfy other people’s expectations. Our twenties isn’t a transition to rush through. It’s a stage of life to savor.

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Lost in the mail ... A journey with financial aid I had sent in every Financial aid can be a blessing, but and reminded myself that it was imthe process to obtain it can seem portant to get this done, no matter required document like a curse. Without financial aid, I how long it would take so I can afford months ago through the to attend college as a full-time student. wouldn’t be able to afford textbooks and many other necessities for school mail and after a tense so I make sure to file my papers in as I was still concerned about what phone conversation with happened soon as possible. I called the finanto the documents and that the financial aid depart- there might be potential fraud if the cial aid department the first week of school to see when my funds would By Sharman Bruni documents fell into the wrong hands ment, I was told my be coming in and was surprised to so I contacted the Chief of Police at online editor papers were “lost in the Solano College, Steve Dawson, and find out that they did not have my paSBruni@ solanotempest.net pers. I had sent in every required doche sent me toward Robin Darcanmail.” ument months ago through the mail gelo, the director of financial aid and after a tense phone conversation at the college. Darcangelo was very of the Inspector General that with the financial aid department, professional and courteous and it calmed me showed 9,464 allegations of lost or stolen mail I was told my papers were “lost in the mail.” down a bit to speak to her. She told me that in 2010. Doing some research online, I found there are challenges with the financial aid systhe FAQ section for the USPS which stated, The papers I sent in had my social security tem, but was confident in her abilities as di“Letters or packages sent via regular mail cannumber, my address, my student ID number, rector and she went out of her way to speak not be tracked or traced based on name and admy tax documents, and the tax documents of to me in person and let me know that she is dress. Due to the large volume of mail moving my parents as well among other important inavailable for any other concerns I might have. through the Postal system each day, it is currentformation. My first mistake was sending the ly impossible to trace a single piece of regular, or documents in the mail instead of handing While I am still a bit upset that I have no First-Class, mail.” When I called the post office them to the financial aid office in person, but idea where my documents went and that I had to see if there was a way around this, I was told I I figured it would be okay to send them in the to borrow money from my grandparents to pay needed a label or receipt number, neither which mail as I was busy preparing to go to summer for textbooks and other school expenses, I’m I had as I sent the documents from my house. school on the other side of the country. I am glad that this is finally being taken care of. If still worried about being told that my papers there’s any moral to this story, file your finanAfter restraining myself from banging my head were lost in the mail as I send and receive many cial aid papers in person. It’s much better to on a wall repeatedly, I filled out all the forms letters and packages through the United States know they’ve been received in person, even again and this time stood in the long line to Postal Service and have not had any problems if you have to stand in a long line to do so. file my papers in person. It turned out that tax with them in the past so I decided to look into transcripts are now required as of July 1 so the it.

30 minutes I spent in line were wasted. Since I ABC reported statistics from the USPS Office am not working right now, I took a deep breath

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Read between the lines Not very long ago, Higher One Holdings Inc. was ordered to pay an $11 million fine for overcharging college students on their debit cards (among other questionable tactics) along with a separate fine of $110,000 in civil fines. Bancorp Bank-the company who issued the cards-was ordered to pay an additional $172,000 in fines for not holding HOH Inc. responsible for their actions, as they are legally obligated to do so.

If ever there were an example of “reading the small print” before you sign the dotted line, this is it. While it is true the information pertaining to the charges and fines listed is available online and in print, it’s obvious that said entities are relying on the fact that most people don’t bother reading something before they sign it. This

effectively allows them to take advantage of the always reliable, “have to have it now” mentality of today’s average consumer.

economic conditions, one would think that everyone would be on guard against these types of things. It’s bad enough that we are having difficult economic times here in the United States, but when you consider that we are now part of a global economy it becomes an even bigger issue.

The allure of easy to access money is enticing, especially to individuals who are many times just starting out on their own.

By Larry Eager to prove themselves by Ragland building and maintaining a line of Editor-in-Chief credit, the typical consumer will Essentially we live in a “globally LRagland@ not take the time to consider the too big to fail” era, one where solanotempest.net we are all interlinked. Crony ramifications of a late payment on a card with 20% interest. To capitalism is the order of the day them, they are at least in part, “livand an angry citizenry is starting ing the American dream.” to wake from its drunken stupor, realizing that they’ve been had. It’s only a matter of When you take into consideration global time before the calls of doing things anew

will be deafening–a unified one world currency has been bantered about, and what seemed like an Orwellian delusion not too long ago is looking to be more and more a reality. I blame Greenspan for making this all so not understandable.

I was always taught to read something before I signed it; you don’t want to put your name to just any old thing. I will admit that as time marches on and life gets busier, I find that I am just as guilty of glossing over the epic amount of reading that is required just to make an agreement official these days. It is an arduous task, long and complex in tone, but we have to do it. If you don’t, the ramifications could last a lifetime.

campus conversation

What is the best thing you did this summer?

Interviewer: Beth Hood, Photographer: Bradley Mossman

I went to Old Sacramento, it was really amazing.

-Dominique Lewis, 17 theater major

Wed. Sept. 5 Dr. SSEX Safe Sex Clinic Main Campus 1400 Lobby 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Vallejo Center 1st Floor 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Thu. Sept. 6 Last day to file for pass/no pass

I volunteered for a local fire department.

-Jordan Core, 18 fire technology

I recorded three new songs.

This summer I rocked the show, partied hard, made some money, and enjoyed the California sunshine.

-Julian B., 23 web development and administration

-Mike K., 20 medical office

I spent four days at an old art teacher’s house in Davis.

-Nicole Cartwright, 18 undeclared

campus calendar Improving the Experience for Thu. Sept. 13 Tues.

Sept. 18 Fri. Sept. 21 Veterans on Campus College and University Transfer Fall 2012 Cal Grant Distribution Banner and MySolano shutdown Room 1421 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Sun. Sept. 9 Last day of Vacaville Museum Exhibit Vacaville Museum 213 Buck Avenue 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Last day to apply for credit by exam

Fair Cafeteria 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Veterans Brown Bag Lunch Room 605 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.

Sat. Sept. 15 Clean and Green Day

process begins Fall 2012 loan disbursement process begins

Thu. Sept. 20 Miss Representation: The Movie

until Sept. 26

Sat. Sept. 29 SCC Early Childhood Education Conference Bldg. 1400

FREE screening/panel discussion Rizza Auditorium CA Maritime Academy Vallejo, CA Parking will be $3

Coastal Cleanup Day

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THE TEMPEST The Voice of Solano College nVol. 29 No. 1 Larry Ragland editor-in-chief staff writers: Ashley Ching Meg Currier Patrick Finnigan Hailey Osborne Jordan Rosario Max Shepherd Ryan Tucker Carlo Marzan Jessica Martinez

online editor: Sharman Bruni news editor: John Glidden photo editor: Bradley Mossman opinion editor: Tracy Palaganas staff photographer: Beth Hood sports editor: Ben Gogna editor: Sam Zaghloul

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Student finds groove in SCC hip hop class

By Ashley Ching Staff writer Aching@solanotempest.net

Having two left feet is never easy. With Top 40 music pounding and careless good looks gyrating in their best clubbing attire, it is easy to feel self-conscious.

For hip hop dancer Lauren Sunga, dance comes naturally.

“I just feel it in me. I can just feel the music rush inside of me and pick up on the beat real quick.” Sunga is one among over 30 students taking Ms. Ginger Cain’s hip hop class. She can be spotted in the front line of the 2-unit course.

The 19-year old Suisun City media communications major had a positive first impression of the class.

“With the teacher explaining what we’re going to do and what we’re going to learn, I think it will be pretty easy,” Sunga said.

“I’m loving it so far!”

Unlike many of her peers who are new to dance, Sunga comes from an experienced hip hop background. “I started off with the basics and worked my way up,” Sunga said, having performed at cotillions and a recreational group at Chapkis Dance.

To grow as a dancer, Sunga has “attended workshops that include hip hop and contemporary dance” and even shared her skills as an instructor.

Like all dancers, Sunga faces challenges too. SCC’s hip hop class will test various elements of fitness like “stretching, push-

“I can just feel the music rush inside of me and pick up on the beat real quick.”

-- Lauren Sunga

ups, and sit ups.” Then there is always the issue of balancing academics and dance.

“I had to stop for a little bit due to schooling,” Sunga said, after auditioning for a company in 2009. “Life gets in the way, so I’m just dancing for fun right now.” In addition to hip hop, Sunga does U-Jam, a fitness class that “touches up on the urban style of dance” and Zumba, “Latin hip hop dancing.”

Despite her challenges, it’s clear that Sunga is a strong dancer in her own right.

But what about role models? Does she look up to any particular performer?

“Of course, Michael Jackson, hands down,” Sunga said. “I clearly remember watching him, especially in the ‘Smooth Criminal’ music video. I wanted to dance just like him.”

With personal goals to “learn moves I’ve never done before and build confidence in myself” Sunga will keep giving her best.

“All I know is just to keep dancing.”

Bradley Mossman/Tempest

Lauren Sunga dances in Ginger Cain’s Hip-Hop class recently. Sunga comes from an experienced hip-hop background.

Stylish new beginnings: Fashion on campus JEWELRY ON A BUDGET

By Jordan Rosario Staff Writer

Jrosario@solanotempest. net

Starting this semester, Ryan Tucker and I will be the writers behind the fashion section of The Tempest. We will be bringing you updates on fashion, the personal style of students here on campus, new trends, and everything in between. And we want to hear from you! Don’t be shy, let us know what your thoughts are on the newest trends or if you have a fashion dilemma, we’re here to help. We want this column to be fun, informative and a platform for the fashion-obsessed to sound off on the fashionable things that make you smile.

So to start out this week’s issue, I wanted to talk about jewelry and the type of pieces I’m loving at the moment. As summer is now coming to an end and as most are transitioning from fun, standout pieces, I’m starting to

really love simple, delicate jewelry. After browsing budget-friendly stores like Forever 21 for some new pieces, I found myself drawn more to delicate necklaces, thin rings, and simple bangles.

I’m not big on jewelry and these pieces are simple enough to throw on as I run out the door. If you get them in either gold or silver, they will go with any outfit and they’re simple enough that you don’t have to avoid wearing it with a certain top because it will clash.

Some favorites I’ve seen online at Forever 21 are the Etched Leaves Bangle set for $6.80, which include three bangles in either gold or silver and have a Grecian flair to them. They would be the perfect accent piece for a casual outfit, like maybe a bright red top and a pair of crisp white shorts. You could also dress it up and make the jewelry the focal

point by wearing a dress in a bold color or even a black skirt and black top.

When it comes to rings and necklaces, I like to add them to an outfit when it feels too plain. I just recently bought a very thin, gold necklace that says “Love” on it from Claire’s for $4.50 and wear it with most outfits.

It’s a very simple piece, but it adds a personal touch to the outfit and makes it playful.

Trends come and go so to be a student trying to stay up-to-date on what’s going on can be pricey.

What’s great about Forever 21 and other budgetfriendly stores is that they make today’s trends available to the masses for a good price. When you’re a student and don’t have much money to spend on clothes and jewelry, having the knowledge of where to go to find a great deal is key.

FOREVER 21 -SWAG FOR GUYS

By Ryan Tucker Staff Writer

Rtucker@solanotempest.net

Hey guys, we all know part of being a student is looking the part, but looking the part can be expensive, and financial aid can only do so much. Let’s be honest, not every cent gets spent on school supplies and if you’re like me, a lot gets spent elsewhere.

Yeah, I’m not afraid to admit it… I love new clothes, I love keeping up with trends, or starting my own, but just loving clothes is easy; knowing where to shop is the hard part. This is where we enter Forever 21.

Now, for the average guy, you’re probably saying, “What!, no way bro!” Or, the most frequently asked question, “Forever 21 has a guy’s section?” But of course they do, it’s just freakin tiny, so you can easily overlook it but I would advise you not to.

Forever 21 is the perfect place to shop for the student on a budget. I swear, most of their clothes are so inexpensive it makes you feel like you’re stealing. For example, their skinny and slim-fit jeans start at $21, a pun I’m sure was intended. For guys, some of the best things to take advantage of in are their hoodies and blazers.

Hoodies are perfect for the casual guy, and

can easily be spiced up for the punk look with the right accessories. The hoodies go for as low as $12.

The blazers are a steal. I’m talking as $30, up to the mid-fifties. Styles include knit, classic, and linen, but I recommend the pinstriped wool-blend blazer. This blazer will add instant swag to any occasion. It boasts a rich dark color, and has textured elbow patches that offer that extra splash of class.

Forever 21 also excels at are knicks-knacks that help to round out or finalize your style. I’m talking about chains, wrist wear, sunglasses and scarves that are so inexpensive that it makes no sense. Prices average around $3 to $9 for chains and wrist wear, and $5 to $12 for scarves and sunglasses.

The unisex man can really rack up at Forever 21.

Forever 21 may be daunting for most guys.

If you’re feeling uneasy walking in, for your first try, I would advise bringing a girlfriend and if that still proves too tough, you can always shop online from the comfort of your home.

We want to hear from you! Sound off on new trends or fashion dilemmas. Contact Ryan Tucker at rtucker@solanotempest.net or Jordan Rosaria at jrosario@solanotempest.net

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Take small breaks when cramming for tests Welcome to Lynn’s Cafe , where any Solano college student young or old can write me with questions, issues, or to vent if need be.

It’s an honor to be your advice columnist for the fall semester of 2012. People have always sought me out for advice, so I thought a column would be a good idea. Now, let’s jump right into the dirt shall we?

Dear Lynn: I do makeup for people , and do a lot of free work for friends. I feel like I don’t have what it takes, or that I’m not good enough to really put myself out there to the public. I do want to make a profit from my talents. Are there any steps I can take that can help me boost my confidence? Thank you very much. - Magenta Dear Magenta: Thank you for writing into Lynn’s Cafe. Let’s start with moving towards marketing your talents by spreading the word.

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The motto is this: Believe you have a gift, it only takes a few admirers to get you started.

Dear Lynn:

passed away yesterday. We grew up together, and he was only 24 years-old, it doesn’t seem fair that his life was taken away so quickly. I guess the only thing to do is think of the fun memories I have of us. I don’t get why his life had to end. My dad believes some people’s destinies are different and maybe it was meant to happen. But it’s hard to think about this. -House of Cards

Dear House of Cards: Thanks for your heartfelt letter to Lynn’s Cafe. We often try to remain in our comfort zone when tragedy strikes. Sometimes we can’t venture away from our vanilla cappuccino and corner window velvet lounge chair, to sit outside with green tea and a long lost friend.

The trick is to remember that though life may be tough, we are never alone. Turn to friends and family for comfort, they will help you remember the happy memories.

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This seems to be a popular question I constantly hear from my college mates. What I find works best is scheduling specific time for studying. What also works well is a personal reward system. This reward could be I just have some issues whatever suits your fancy, by I’d like to discuss with rewarding yourself you should you. It’s my second year be that more motivated to here at Solano Commuget it done. I myself have just nity College. I have been Lynn’s Cafe is written by Meg Curdiscovered taking small breaks noticing that I need help rier. Send letters to Lynn at: while cramming for a test with study habits. How mcurrier@solanotempest.net works wonders, this way you can I re-adjust to differSCALE FILE BUILT TO: Scale PRINT @ 100% can absorb the material more ent classes and a different STUDIO:efficiently Matthew Anguiano in the long run. work load? - Mr. Studier TELEPHONE: 214 - 520 - 9700

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Last chance to see Vacaville art exhibit is Sept. 9 The Vacaville Museum is featuring the artwork from 16 local painters and photographers, including work from Marc Pandone, a Solano Community College art instructor. The exhibit, “Seeing Solano III: Solano Land Trust through the eyes of artists” runs through Sept. 9. These pieces of art show the beauty and diversity of Solano County’s landscape which has been protected for future generations, according to a museum press release. The museum is open to the public from 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. The Vacaville Museum is located at 213 Buck Avenue in Vacaville.

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NEWS

Bond receives support from governing board 7 BOND: FROM PAGE 1

Voting against the bond was Trustee Catherine Ritch, representing Fairfield, Travis Air Force Base, Cordelia, and Green Valley.

“I’m very troubled by this measure,” said Ritch before the vote. “I believe that in this economy we need to be clear with the voters.”

Two members of the public also voiced disapproval of the bond measure.

George Guynn Jr. suggested that a two-thirds (66 percent) majority vote by the voters be required for the bond to pass.

Currently, the bond requires a 55 percent approval by the voters.

“How much is The Lew Edwards Group being paid?”

Guynn inquired to the governing board.

Solano College governing board hired The Lew Edwards Group to study the feasibility of a bond passing in the Nov. 2012 election.

According to the governing board minutes from the Sept. 21, 2011 meeting, the governing board approved a payment of $49,500 to The Lew Edwards Group from “redevelopment funds.”

“All of you have ganged up on this,” said Richard Giddens to the governing board. “Exercise the space between your ears. Stop living in this fantasy land that you’re living in.”

“I upport this bond only if it employs Solano County workers,” said Monica Brown, a local educator. “The trustees need to be in the community in supporting the bond measure.”

Prior to the vote, Catherine Lew, president and chief executive officer of the Lew Edwards Group presented a bond measure survey.

“I found your results remarkable,” Lew said to the governing board.

According to the survey results, 600 Solano College district voters were contacted by telephone.

Sixty three percent of the 600 surveyed support the bond measure, with 32 percent indicating that they “definitely” support the bond, 24 percent “probably” support the bond, and 8 percent were undecided but leaned toward yes.

Twenty four percent of the 600 polled opposed the bond measure with 14 percent indicating that they definitely did not support the bond.

Thirteen percent of those surveyed were undecided.

“I call on an overwhelming majority of the board to place this measure on the ballot for the community’s consideration. The future of many generations of students is at stake,” said Jowel Laguerre, superintendent-president of Solano College.

Solano College will be charged $300,000 to place the bond measure on the ballot for November, according to the Aug. 1 governing board agenda.

Cameras installed 7 CAMERAS: FROM PAGE 1

further camera placement are not yet known.

“There will be 10 cameras in the parking lots,” said Lester Young, Measure G bond program manager.

“The 400 building will have eight cameras because it is a biggest building on campus.”

Two cameras will be placed in the hallway of the children’s program located in building 200.

“The staff and parents welcome the security cameras as an added safety measure,” said Christie Speck, director of the children’s program at Solano, in an e-mail to The Tempest.

It is not known yet if parents will be able to monitor the security cameras in the 200 building.

“This is money well spent because it makes students and staff feel safe while on campus,” said Dawson.

The Solano College district governing board approved the installation on the cameras in a 6-1 vote at their July 18th meeting.

Trustee Denis Honeychurch was the lone dissenting vote.

“I don’t think it is money well spent,” said Honeychurch before the vote.

Technical Business Solutions, Inc. was awarded the contract by the governing board with a bid amount of $174,330.20.

Measure G funds will pay for the installation of the cameras.

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SCC president extends contract, makes compensation adjustments John Glidden News Editor jglidden@solanotempest.net

For the second time in 15 months, the Solano College district governing board has reached an agreement with Jowel Laguerre, superintendent-president of Solano College, for a reduction in compensation.

The governing board voted 7-0 during their July 18 meeting for Laguerre to forgo a one percent salary increase of $2,350, and a fundraising/ entertainment allowance of $5,000 for the 2012-13 fiscal year. They also agreed to add another year to Laguerre’s contract, which will now end in 2016.

The governing board and Laguerre reached a similar agreement last year, according to governing board

minutes. original contract Reducbegan on July 1, tion of 2009 and was Laguerre’s slated to end on compensaJune 30, 2012. It tion for the also stipulated 2011-12 that Laguerre fiscal year would receive totaled $225,000 base $15,780.50. salary, a stipend Laguerre for professional gave up a allowance, vehicle one percent allowance, housLaguerre salary increase, ing allowance, and the $5,000 fundraising/ doctorate degree. entertainment allowance, A year later the governing and agreed to eight furlough board extended the contract days during the fiscal year. of Laguerre from July 1, 2010 The furlough days saved to June 30, 2014. According $8,340.50 to this iteration of the conLaguerre’s contract has tract approved by the governbeen modified three times ing board on Sept. 1, 2010, since his tenure at Solano Laguerre would still receive a College began in the summer base salary of $225,000 and 2009. other benefits per year: fundAccording to the governraising/entertainment allowing board meeting minutes ance of $5,000; professional of April 8, 2009, Lagurre’s allowance of $3,000; vehicle

allowance of $5,000; a housing allowance of $10,000 to end on June 30, 2011; and a one-time $2,400 stipend for doctorate degree.

The governing board on July 20, 2011, approved another contract extension for Laguerre. This approval occurred at the next governing board meeting after Laguerre agreed to give money back to Solano College at the June 30, 2011 governing board meeting.

This extension of the contract specified that Laguerre’s contract would commence on July 1, 2011 and end on June 30, 2015. Laguerre’s base salary was raised $10,000 from $225,000 to $235,000 but Laguerre told The Tempest that he would no longer receive the $10,000 housing allowance.

Elections 2012

Eight vie for three governing board seats; incumbent Ritch declines to re-run John Glidden News Editor jglidden@solanotempest.net

Eight candidates will be competing for three seats on the Solano Community College governing board this November.

Three candidates, graduate student Mark Lulaun, local educator Monica Brown, and SCC community services officer David Brannen, and Frances McCullough filed for election for Catherine Ritch’s seat. Ritch, who was

appointed to the position in March to fill the vacancy caused by the death of trustee James Claffey, did not file papers by the deadline Friday Aug. 10.

“Serving on the SCCD board requires long hours and complete dedication on the part of its trustees,” said Ritch in an e-mail to the Tempest. “When I joined the board in March, I believed I would have the time, enthusiasm and energy necessary to do a good job for the students, the college, and the

community.” “But other life commitments--rejoining the work force, family, health, and other community service projects-- have caused me to re-prioritize, refocus and rededicate my life,” Ritch said.

The filing deadline for Ritch’s seat was extended an additional five days. The election code calls for an extension when the incumbent does not file.

Two additional board members have filed for re-election to the board.

Rosemary Thurston, the

current governing board president, is seeking a second term in her district.

Opposing Thurston is management and financial advisor Mike Wright, who also sought appointment to the governing board in March.

Trustee Phil McCaffrey, Sr. is seeking his fourth term to the governing board.

Opposing McCaffrey is current Winters city councilmember, Michael Martin.

The last day to register to vote is Oct. 22.

Student government seeking candidates for elective office John Glidden News Editor jglidden@solanotempest.net

For the second time in six months the associated students of Solano College student government is slated to hold an election for the offices of ASSC president, vice president, legislative advocate, and student trustee.

Due to procedural errors committed by the spring election committee, coupled with a low voter turnout in which only 50 ballots were cast, the student government and election committee abandoned the results.

After throwing out the results, the student government commissioned the Select Interim Committee to conduct elections in the fall semester.

Over the summer, the SIC, composed of five students, met to prepare for the fall semester elections.

“We have had a lot of help,” said Naser Baig, chairman of the committee. “I am confident that we have correctly been in accordance of all laws.”

“The SIC has undertaken its responsibility with due diligence and is discharging its commission to administer a fair and legitimate student election,” said David Brannen, election advisor to the committee.

The ASSC president and vice-president must run as a jointticket during the election. The president meets regularly with the president of the college, manages student committees, proposes the ASSC budget, and ensures that the ASSC student senate adheres to policy documents, parliamentary procedure, and the Brown Act, according to an ASSC flier.

The ASSC vice-president assists in these duties, and runs the Inter-Club council at Solano College.

A student trustee represents all students at every SCC district governing board meeting.

Finally, a legislative advocate reports to the ASSC on federal and state legislative affairs affecting students and Solano College, represents Solano College at national, statewide, and regional student meetings, and serves as the chairperson of the political activities committee, according to the ASSC flier.

Students interested in running for these four elected positions must be enrolled in at least six units at Solano College when they file candidacy paperwork, and have a minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.3.

Declaration of candidacy forms are available in the student development office, room 1425, Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 7, at 3 p.m., is the deadline to file for candidacy.

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Coach has hopes that football program will return to Solano

By Hailey Osborne Sports Editor Hosborne@solanotempest.net

When people think of fall, they think of pumpkin patches, the smell of rain hinting at the incoming winter, Halloween and Thanksgiving, and football, of course. However, Solano students looking forward to supporting their football team on chilly Friday nights were stripped of this memory-making pastime last March.

Solano Community College football and aquatics programs were severed March 7 with a 4-2 vote from the governing board. The cut was part of a multifaceted plan to cover a $4.8 million deficit, caused by a shortfall in state funding.

“I’m a firm believer that the programs they institute in our colleges need to be fully funded,” said Floyd Burnsed, head coach of the football team. “I think they did the right thing and if they’re not going to fund it, then we don’t need to have the programs that they can’t afford to fund.”

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Falcons off to a rough start

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Evergreen players celebrate after scoring against the Solano Falcons on August 28 at Solano Community College.

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Goal-keeper Katie Wright had her hands full against EVC Tuesday game losing 6-1 on August 28 at Solano Community College.

Solano loses to Evergreen Valley College 6-1 Benjamin Gogna Sports Reporter/Photographer bgogna@solanotempest.net

Solano played defensively allowing only one goal the first half against EVC Tuesday August 28 at Solano in Fairfield, Cali. Katie Wright played net for Solano.

In the second half, Brenda Cruz scored for Solano, Gracia Correa assisted. EVC turned it on

and struck back with five consecutive goals ending the game 6-1.

Solano plays the next two games at home against Santa Rosa Junior College Tuesday September 4 and American River College Friday September 7.

Soccer players sign letters of intent to 4-year colleges

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even Solano college soccer players signed with 4-year schools.

Erica Ramirez signed to Columbia College, Missouri, Briana Scholtens to Cal State East Bay, Britney Cooper with

Columbia College, Jessica Chase to William Jessup.

Sandy Garcia and Alexsa Gonzalez signed with Nyack College, New York and Barbara Bakhwill attend University of Mary, North Dakota.