SGA 9302
In CommitteeSenate
LATASHA M. WORTHAM
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AI Analysis
This bill reappoints Latasha M. Wortham to the Tacoma Community College Board of Trustees for a five-year term. As a board member, she will help set policies, approve budgets, and guide the college’s academic and workforce programs.
- Reappoints Latasha M. Wortham as a member of the Tacoma Community College Board of Trustees
- Sets the term of office to begin October 1, 2025, and end on September 30, 2030
- Maintains the current structure of the board, which governs Tacoma Community College and oversees its budget, policies, and strategic direction
Who is affected
- Tacoma Community College students and staff — This appointment ensures continued representation of the Tacoma area on the college board, influencing decisions about programs, budgets, and local workforce training initiatives.
Pro/Con Analysis
Stronger case for benefits
Potential Benefits (1)
Continued representation of Tacoma-area residents on the TCC Board of Trustees supports local oversight of community college governance, including budget priorities, academic programs, and workforce training aligned with regional economic needs—directly benefiting students, job seekers, and local employers.
EducationPeopleRef: Reappoints Latasha M. Wortham... for a term ending September 30, 2030
Who Is Most Affected
Students and staff benefit from stable, locally representative governance that can prioritize affordability, program relevance, and support services tailored to Pierce County’s diverse population.
Local employers and workforce partners benefit from board decisions that align TCC’s career and technical education with regional labor market demands.
Tacoma and South County residents—particularly low- and moderate-income adults seeking upskilling or credentialing—gain continuity in access to responsive, community-focused education pathways.
As a board-appointed position, the reappointment has no direct fiscal impact on state or local government budgets, but supports cost-effective public investment in higher education and workforce development.
Latasha M. Wortham herself, as a reappointed trustee, gains continued influence over strategic direction—but this is a role-based benefit, not a broad public one.