Association Delegates. The Association shall have the right to send delegates and/or representatives to legislative committee hearings, SBCTC meetings, or Association regional, statewide, or national meetings/conferences. When using this provision, faculty members shall attempt to plan classes so that a substitute is not required. If a substitute is required, the Association shall pay for the cost of any substitute that may be necessary, in the judgment of the administration, to fulfill the faculty member’s assignment during his/her absence. In the interest of meeting student needs and expectations, faculty members shall notify the appropriate administrator with reasonable notice, depending on the event, to provide the opportunity to plan in advance of the meeting. The Association shall bear the cost of travel and related expenses. For purposes of this section, the Association may utilize up to a total of 140 hours per year.
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