Meeting was held May 19th
The committee discussed many topics. The following is listed in discussion order.
VP Berte discussed the newly formed Health, Safety, and Reopening Committee. A standing committee meeting Tuesdays at 9:30
On ventilation, we heard of a study being done.
We heard of a break down on space requirements for classrooms
Jonathan Peters raised the issue of phasing (bringing in more and more starting with the easier such as research labs or residence halls). We heard Mel Pipe is leading a committee that will meet with the research committee to discuss this. Both Mel and Dan McCloskey have been invited to the opening up committee.
We heard that supplies through Grainger and elswhere were difficult to findi.
We heard that in March an outside company did a deep cleaning. We relayed a suggestion to post cleaning schedules and routines. Valky described the importance of such communications to the community.
We heard how crews are working in groups of 2
We heard 2 plumbers have been hired; hot water is now restored in all buildings
The issue of brown water is known; flushing will occur in June and before re-opening
Electricians are addressing outdoor lighting issues
Kitchen ceiling is being aeddressed
Jonathan Peters shared his concerns about the Auxiliary Services Corp funding, as they have lost revenues in the several millions.
Several projects are still ongoing: substation; fire alarm; 1M roof replacement; sidewalk repair. These have health and safety motivations.
We asked about windows; tthe inventory if finished. While many open, those that don't are problematic as parts aren't available.
We discussed transportation both funding and space concerns. The issue of peak usage is a big problem,
We talked about parking
We talked about preparing facilities for staff usage (library, registrar, ...)
Alan Zimmerman and others expressed frustration with no decision on fall instruction. Jonathan Peters and others are hopeful for partial instruction on campus. (A stovepipiing approach where things that can be opened up are.) A meeting on Monday of CUNY Chief Operating Officers was held with similar concerns expressed.
Discuss measures to ensure the safety of staff in the various service areas, where we come in direct contact with students, in preparation of returning to work.
plexiglass barriers to be installed where initeraction is required (e.g. at the regisitrars window...)
Customer service for many units of the college, a whole separate issue.
PPE provided for everyone (masks, gloves, sanitizer dispensers)
published schedule of cleanings and deep cleanings
Ensure hot water in bathrooms works; ensure sanitary bathrooms
Food facilities need to be upgraded for safety concerns
ventilation in rooms needs improvement;
windows in classrooms should be functional
podiums in classrooms need to be sanitized between usage
There is a lot going around on professional listserves regarding 'materials' that are handed by students (going to their homes) and are returned (e.g., books, laptops) and how to disinfect.
Are expenses expected to be reiimbursed through the CARES act? If not, has budget been readjusted?
Discussion about mixed hybrid courses needs more technology. Can facilities staff
parking areas need to adapt to social distancinig
bus passenger density
Auxiliary Services stands to lose 2/3 of their annual income on house - or about $4,000,000.
Potential to reopen student housing facility ASAP.
Financial Condition of Auxiliary Services Corporation - Parking and Food Services
prioritizing digital when we can- e.g., scanning, calculators, books, videos.
Concerns for libraries in terms of 'lending' that might also affect other departments.
needs for online resources and staffing.