aaron harbour 7/14/22 aaron harbour 7/14/22

Laney College COVID-19 Update

Dear Laney Community:

On Tuesday the 12th we learned that an individual who was on the Laney campus has tested positive for COVID-19.

Dear Laney Community:

On Tuesday the 12th we learned that an individual who was on the Laney campus has 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 once they are no longer symptomatic. The person tested positive and reported it the same day, having last been on campus on the same day of the 12th. As the positive test was reported to a Peralta District employee and then an administrator, Facilities and Campus Operations was informed for immediate follow-up cleaning and sanitization of area of campus where the individual was, specifically the upper-level classroom area of the A Building.

Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual has remained off campus since the 11th and then may return after 5 days if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County and as a precaution, employees also working in possibly affected areas of the college are being notified. As there is not any indication of close contact, no areas of the college are being moved to remote work and services.

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. 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.

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.
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 availability through the four college campuses and the PCCD office.

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

Thank you and take care.

Rudy Besikof

President

Laney College

aaron harbour 7/13/22 aaron harbour 7/13/22

Laney College COVID-19 Update

Dear Laney Community:

I am writing to inform you that the College learned on Sunday and Monday of three individuals who were on the Laney campus that have tested positive for COVID-19.

Dear Laney Community:

I am writing to inform you that the College learned on Sunday and Monday of three individuals who were on the Laney campus that have tested positive for COVID-19. Please note that as the three positive tests were in different areas of the college (Tower 8th Floor, A Building, Field House), no shutdown steps were necessary, though Facilities and Campus Operations have cleaned the areas in question.

Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, these individuals will remain off campus for at least five days from the date of the positive test result and may return once they are no longer symptomatic. These individuals tested positive on either July 10 or 11 and all three were last on campus on Thursday, July 7. These positive tests were reported to their immediate supervisors.

Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, these individuals have remained off campus since the date of reporting, and they will remain off campus for at least 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 and as a precaution, employees also working in this area of the college are being notified and, as an added precaution, employees working in this area of the college are working remotely this week.

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.
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.

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

Thank you and take care.

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

aaron harbour 7/11/22 aaron harbour 7/11/22

District Office COVID-19 Update

Dear District Employees:

I have been notified recently that one of the employees from the Department of Human Resources & Employee Relations at the District Administrative Center has tested positive for COVID-19.

Dear District Employees:

I have been notified recently that one of the employees from the Department of Human Resources & Employee Relations at the District Administrative Center has tested positive for COVID-19. The employee has not experienced any symptoms, and because of privacy laws, we cannot identify this particular employee. The employee was at the District on Thursday, July 7th.

The health and safety of our students and employees are important to us, so if you develop flu-like or other symptoms, please contact your medical provider immediately, and do not come to the District or any campus to work.

Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty, and staff.

Stay safe and healthy!

Dr. Ronald McKinley, SPHR

Interim Vice Chancellor, Human Resources & Employee Relations

Peralta Community College District

333 East 8th Street Oakland CA 94606

rmckinley@peralta.edu| (510) 587-7883

Johnathan Freeman 7/9/22 Johnathan Freeman 7/9/22

COA Covid-19 Notification – July 9, 2022

Dear COA Community,

We recently learned that an individual from our Campus community tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. One individual was last on campus on July 5, 2022. The individuals complied with PCCD policy regarding masking and vaccination.

Dear COA Community,

While we cannot identify the individuals who tested positive for the virus because of privacy laws, we are following up as required. The District has been informed of these exposures and will follow the appropriate procedures. For those individuals concerned about the possibility of being exposed, they should 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 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, 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

Johnathan Freeman 6/29/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/29/22

Laney College COVID-19 Announcement (June 29, 2022)

Dear Laney Community:

Last night the College learned that an individual who was on the Laney campus has 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 once they are no longer symptomatic. The person tested positive yesterday evening, on June 28, and reported it on the same day, having last been on campus earlier in the day. As the positive test was reported to an administrator, Facilities and Campus Operations was notified last night as well for immediate follow-up cleaning and sanitization of the Field House.

Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual has remained off-campus beginning today and may return after 5 days if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County and as a precaution, employees also working in possibly affected areas of the college are being notified. As there is not any indication of close contact, no areas of the college are being moved to remote work and services.

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.
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.

Thank you and take care.

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

Johnathan Freeman 6/29/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/29/22

COVID-19 notification for District Office Employees (June 29, 2022)

Dear District Employees:

We learned earlier today that an employee who was working at the District Office has tested positive for COVID-19. Because of privacy laws, we cannot identify this particular employee. Individuals the employee may have been in contact with have been notified.

Dear District Employees:

The health and well-being of our community is our highest priority, and your active practice of masking, being vaccinated, and taking daily COVID assessments via the PeopleSoft Employee Health Tracker at https://hcm.peralta.edu <https://hcm.peralta.edu> when coming to campus, 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 the office. As a response to protecting everyone’s health and safety, this message serves as notification in accordance with state laws. Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty, and staff.

Stay safe and healthy!

Mark

Mark Johnson
Executive Director
Department of Marketing, Communication & Public Relations
Peralta Community College District

Johnathan Freeman 6/28/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/28/22

Merritt College COVID-19 Exposure Notification – June 28, 2022

Good afternoon, Merritt Community.

I am writing to inform you that this morning we learned that one of our employees has 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 (June 27, 2022) and may return once they are no longer symptomatic. The person reported that Tuesday, June 21, 2022, was the last time they were on-site, and those who we know were in contact with this individual will be notified.

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/.

Thank you and take care.

David

David M. Johnson, Ph.D.
President
Merritt College

Johnathan Freeman 6/27/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/27/22

Merritt College COVID-19 Exposure Notification – June 27, 2022

Good afternoon, Merritt Community.

I am writing to inform you that this morning we learned that one of our employees has 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 (June 26, 2022) and may return once they are no longer symptomatic. The person reported that Wednesday, June 22, 2022, was the last time they were on-site, and those who we know were in contact with this individual will be notified.

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/.

Thank you and take care.

David

David M. Johnson, Ph.D.
President
Merritt College

Johnathan Freeman 6/23/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/23/22

COA COVID-19 Notification (June 23, 2022)

Dear COA Community,

We recently learned that two individuals from our Campus community tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. One individual was last on campus, June 21, 2022 and the other June 22, 2022. The individuals complied with PCCD policy regarding masking and vaccination. While we cannot identify the individuals who tested positive for the virus because of privacy laws, we are following up as required. The District has been informed of these exposures and will follow the appropriate procedures.

For those individuals concerned about the possibility of being exposed, they should get tested and follow-up with your 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

Johnathan Freeman 6/23/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/23/22

Laney College COVID-19 Announcement (June 23, 2022)

Dear Laney Community:

Today the College learned that an individual who was on the Laney campus has 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 once they are no longer symptomatic.

Dear Laney Community:

As the positive test was reported to a Peralta District employee and then an administrator, Facilities and Campus Operations was informed and notified this morning for immediate follow-up cleaning and sanitization of the area of the lower level of the C Building.

Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual has remained off campus since the 16th and then may return after 5 days if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County and as a precaution, employees also working in possibly affected areas of the college are being notified. As there is not any indication of close contact, no areas of the college are being moved to remote work and services.

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.
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

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 availability through the four college campuses and the PCCD office.

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

Thank you and take care.

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

Johnathan Freeman 6/23/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/23/22

COVID-19 Notification for District Employees (June 23, 2022)

Dear District Employees:

We learned earlier today that an employee who was working at the District Office yesterday, Wednesday, June 22, 2022, has tested positive for COVID-19. Because of privacy laws, we cannot identify this particular employee. Individuals the employee may have been in contact with have been notified.

Dear District Employees:

For those Individuals concerned about the possibility of being exposed, we recommend you get tested and follow up with your health care provider. Testing is available at the District Office on Friday, June 24, from 9 am to 11 am in the atrium of the main building. Alameda County also provides free testing services: https://covid-19.acgov.org/testing.page#testing-calendar. NOTE: per the Chancellor's Announcement from June 16, the weekly on-campus testing service, as well as the daily screening service, will discontinue as of July 1, 2022.

The health and well-being of our community is our highest priority, and your active practice of masking, being vaccinated, taking daily COVID assessments when coming to campus, and other COVID-19 prevention measures work to mitigate its spread.

Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty, and staff.

Stay safe and healthy!

Mark

Mark Johnson
Executive Director
Department of Marketing, Communication & Public Relations
Peralta Community College District

Johnathan Freeman 6/22/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/22/22

Laney College COVID-19 Announcement

Dear Laney Community:

As the positive test was reported to a Peralta District employee and then an administrator, Facilities and Campus Operations has been informed for immediate follow-up cleaning and sanitization of the area of the Field House, where the individual was.

Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual has remained off campus since the 16th and then may return after 5 days if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County and as a precaution, employees also working in possibly affected areas of the college are being notified. As there is not an indication of close contact, no areas of the college are being moved to remote work and services.

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.
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.

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

Thank you and take care.

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

aaron harbour 6/22/22 aaron harbour 6/22/22

Laney College COVID-19 Announcement

Dear Laney Community:

Today the College learned that an individual who was on the Laney campus has tested positive for COVID-19.

Dear Laney Community:

Today the College learned that an individual who was on the Laney campus has 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 once they are no longer symptomatic. The person tested positive on June 17th and reported it on the 21st, having last been on campus on the June 16th. As the positive test was reported to a Peralta District employee and then an administrator, Facilities and Campus Operations has been informed for immediate follow-up cleaning and sanitization of area of the Field House, where the individual was.

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.
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.

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

Thank you and take care.

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

Johnathan Freeman 6/20/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/20/22

Merritt College COVID-19 Exposure Notification – June 20, 2022

Good afternoon, Merritt Community.

I am writing to inform you that this afternoon we learned that one of our employees has 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 (June 18, 2022) and may return once they are no longer symptomatic. The person reported that Thursday, June 16, 2022, was the last time they were on-site, and those who we know were in contact with this individual will be notified.

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/.

Thank you and take care.

David

David M. Johnson, Ph.D.
President
Merritt College

Johnathan Freeman 6/3/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/3/22

Laney College COVID-19 Announcement

Dear Laney Community,

On Tuesday the 31st we learned that an individual who was on the Laney campus has 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 once they are no longer symptomatic. The person tested positive and reported it the same day, having last been on campus on the 27th. As the positive test was reported to a Peralta District employee and then an administrator, Facilities and Campus Operations was informed for immediate follow-up cleaning and sanitization of the area of campus where the individual was.

Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual has remained off campus since the 27th and then may return after 5 days if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County and as a precaution, employees also working in possibly affected areas of the college are being notified. As there is no indication of close contact, no areas of the college are being moved to remote work and services.

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.

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.

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

Thank you and take care.

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

Johnathan Freeman 6/2/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/2/22

Laney College COVID-19 Announcement

Dear Laney Community,

On Friday, May 27, we learned that an individual who was on the Laney campus 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 once they are no longer symptomatic. The person tested positive and reported it on the 27th, having last been on campus on the 26th. As the positive test was reported to a Laney College employee and then an administrator, Facilities and Campus Operations was informed for immediate follow-up cleaning and sanitization of the area of campus where the individual was.

Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, this individual has remained off campus since the 26th and then may return after 5 days if they are no longer symptomatic. Also, this individual’s information will be forwarded to the County and as a precaution, employees also working in possibly affected areas of the college are being notified. As there is no indication of close contact, no areas of the college are being moved to remote work and services.

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.
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.

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

Thank you and take care.

Rudy Besikof
President
Laney College

Johnathan Freeman 6/1/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/1/22

Merritt College COVID-19 Exposure Notification – June 1, 2022

Good afternoon, Merritt Community.

I am writing to inform you that this morning we learned that one of our employees has 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 (May 31, 2022) and may return once they are no longer symptomatic. The person reported that Thursday, May 26, 2022, was the last time they were on-site, and those who we know were in contact with this individual will be notified.

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/

Thank you and take care.

David

David M. Johnson, Ph.D.
President
Merritt College

Johnathan Freeman 6/1/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/1/22

COA COVID-19 Notification

Dear COA Community,

We recently learned that an individual from our Campus community tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The individual was last on campus, May 26, 2022. The individual complied with PCCD policy regarding masking. 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 follow the appropriate procedures. For those Individuals concerned about the possibility of being exposed, they should get tested and follow-up with your health care provider.

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.

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

Johnathan Freeman 6/1/22 Johnathan Freeman 6/1/22

COVID-19 Notification to District Employees

Dear District Employees:

I have been notified that an employee who was working at the District Office last Thursday has tested positive for COVID-19. The employee was wearing an N-95 mask the entire time while working at the District Office. Because of privacy laws, we cannot identify this particular employee.

Dear District Employees:

Please visit https://safe.peralta.edu/ for up-to-date information and resources regarding COVID-19 for students, faculty, and staff.

Stay safe and healthy!

Dr. Ronald McKinley, SPHR
Interim Vice Chancellor Human Resources & Employee Relations
Peralta Community College District

Johnathan Freeman 5/27/22 Johnathan Freeman 5/27/22

BCC Campus COVID-19 Notice 5-26-2022

Dear Berkeley City College Community,

I am writing to inform you of two BCC community members who reported testing positive for COVID-19. Yesterday evening, Berkeley City College leadership was informed of an employee who tested positive for COVID-19 on May 25, 2022. This morning, a student reported having tested positive on May 25, 2022. To protect everyone’s health and safety in compliance with the law, this message serves as notification, though we cannot identify the individuals who tested positive for the virus due to privacy laws.

The employee was last at the College on May 24, 2022 and the student was last at the College on May 25, 2022. Per CDC and ACPHD guidelines, they 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, their information will be forwarded to the appropriate channels for county reporting.

Those with exposure via contract tracing guidelines with the individuals are being notified, and the areas in question have since been cleaned and sanitized. A reminder that our custodial colleagues complete a 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 is 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, 2021 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.
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).

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

In Community,

Dr. Angélica Garcia
President

Dr. Angélica Garcia
(Pronouns: She | Her | Hers| Ella)
President
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