This handbook contains eight sections and thirty-five short chapters on topics related to being a member of a California community college governing board. The eight sections are: (1) California Community Colleges; (2) The Governing Board; (3) Toward An Effective Board; (4) Policy, Planning and Monitoring; (5) The Board and the CEO; (6) Board/Staff Relationships; (7) Fiscal Responsibilities; and (8) Resources. The handbook is updated annually and provided to all who attend the Trustee Orientation Workshop. It is also sent to all newly elected and appointed trustees.