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posted on: May 09, 2011
Rumor:
Actually this is NOT a rumor as much as just wondering...since the college is tasked with providing services to League City residents, why doesn't the college receive any tax funding from those who are a part of the CCISD? It seems in light of the college's shortfall this is a source that is not being utilized, It is my understanding there are approx. 87,000 people now living in that community not paying their share of taxes. Can't the college start the process in Austin to make this change? role: community
Response:
I have already started to speak with various individuals about this issue. The legislators avoid this matter because they see it as increasing taxes for some of their constituents. They also have said that this is a constitutional matter that requires 2/3 vote. I intend to work on this matter more intensely once the bond issue is approved. Please understand that those who live in the COM service area but not in the COM taxing district pay at least twice as much tuition as those who live in the taxing district.
Getting League City to come into our taxing district will be a lengthy and difficult process that will be well worth it once completed but it will be as difficult as getting a bond issue passed in five cities.
Thank you,
Michael A. Elam, Ed. D.
President
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posted on: May 09, 2011
Rumor:
About the website issue. How about taking a poll (post it on the web page) to get feed back on how people like or dislike the new web page. . And maybe get some ideas to make navigating it a little more friendly. role: faculty
Response:
We are constantly getting and using feedback from those that use the webpage. Thank you for taking the time to pass your suggestion on to us anyway.
Thank you,
Michael A. Elam, Ed. D.
President
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posted on: May 05, 2011
Rumor:
This isnt a rumor, it's 100 percent the truth. This website is very difficult to navigate. I was looking for the class schedules and ended up calling the college to see if they could help me find them. It took a few moments for the employee to find it. The college has tried to improve the registration process but has taken a big step back with this website. I know I am not the only complaint. role: student
Response:
This is the first negative feedback I have received about the new webpage; however, we plan to continue to improve on it. Please call our marketing department at 409-933-8437 and give them your suggestions directly. Thanks for taking the time to give us your valuable input.
Dr. Elam, President
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posted on: May 03, 2011
Rumor:
Is it true there are several lawsuits against the college at this time? role: other
Response:
Yes.
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posted on: Apr 27, 2011
Rumor:
I heard a rumor that school is canceled today due to the plant shut downs. Is that true?
Response:
No, this is not true.
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posted on: Apr 07, 2011
Rumor:
Is it true that you have a tattoo removal class at the school?
Response:
No, we do not offer such a class at this time.
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posted on: Apr 07, 2011
Rumor:
some employees here at COM received a huge raise? Is that true? Some of these employees really don't do much either... how is that justified? I thought we were on a budget cut status? Makes people wonder how those decisions are made?
Response:
What you are saying is not accurate. What actually occurred was that 27 employees received salary adjustments because of approved reclassifications and restructurings that lead to additional job scope and responsibilities. These employees were entitled to the additional pay based on the additional work and scope of their jobs. Thanks for your inquiry.
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posted on: Apr 07, 2011
Rumor:
new rumors dont get posted because they are not what people want to hear and the school only wants to have positive things said about it... where are all the answers to the other rumors?
Response:
We respond to and print all rumors. The only rumors that don’t get printed are inappropriate ones related to individuals. Accurate negative feedback is used to help make the college, departments, and service better.
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posted on: Apr 07, 2011
Rumor:
The college might be considering closing early on Friday's next year?
Response:
This idea is under consideration as is many other suggestions that have been submitted by administration, staff, and faculty. However no decisions have been made yet. We are still waiting for more definitive information from Austin that will direct us toward the proper remedies for the pending budget cuts. Thanks for your inquiry. Stay tuned.
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posted on: Dec 17, 2010
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The reason for the limited choices of classes each semester is due to budget cuts...is this true? I have noticed over the last couple of semesters that there are very few classes to choose from when looking at days and times. (Ex. Business Calculus only offered at one time next semester.) role: student
Response:
No, budget cuts have not impacted our course offerings yet. Some specialized courses, such as the one you mentioned, don't typically have a large number of students enroll and therefore may not be offered each semester so that we avoid having to cancel the class due to low enrollment. We continually strive to improve our planning process in determining optimal times and frequency of our offerings. If you have concerns or questions about when a class will be offered in the future, I would encourage you to contact the Department Chairperson over that discipline area. Amy Locklear, Interim VP of Instruction