As members of a governing board, trustees help ensure that colleges add value to their communities. Community colleges take pride in providing access to higher education to all in an environment that supports and produces student learning. Community colleges prepare students to pursue a baccalaureate degree, to become a part of the highly skilled workforce required by today's businesses and industries, and to contribute to civic leadership.
Most colleges also serve as economic development and cultural centers for their communities.
Develop policies that establish the general direction of the college's programs and services, quality standards, and legal, ethical and prudent parameters for college operations. Monitor performance of the institution to ensure that it is meeting current community needs and anticipating future trends. Eligibility You are eligible to be a member of the governing board if you are at least 18 years of age, a California citizen, a registered voter, not disqualified by other laws to hold public office, and a resident of the community college district. In districts where trustees are elected by area, you must be a resident of the area from which you will be elected. What Being a Trustee is Not You have no personal authority as an individual trustee.