Pleasanton Police Chief Mike Fraser has broadened his range of work by recently becoming the 19th member of the Las Positas College Foundation Board of Directors.
“I have been very impressed with Mike’s commitment, clear thinking and sense of realistic priority setting,” said Ted Kaye, foundation CEO.
Fraser has been a police officer in Pleasanton since 1980 and served as captain for 12 years. He was named chief of police following a nationwide search last year.
The mission of the foundation is what intrigued Fraser to join. Founded in 2003, it serves as a funding resource for Las Positas and educates surrounding communities about the educational opportunities available at the college. It also helps fund scholarships, staff development, technology upgrades and the college’s performing arts program.
“Our main focus is the funding of student scholarships, supporting vital educational programs and continuing our outreach to the Tri-Valley community through college sponsored programs,” Kaye said.
Las Positas College offers a variety of criminal justice courses that help pave the way for students entering the Sheriff’s Academy. The Alameda County Sheriff’s Regional Training Center currently partners with Las Positas College.
Fraser, who attended Chabot College, talked about the financial struggles that many young individuals go through while trying to attain a college degree.
“Recognizing that it’s a little more difficult for other people because of the costs associated, that’s kind of what pushed me towards accepting a position with the board,” Fraser said.
For more information about the foundation contact CEO Ted Kaye at 424-1010 or tkaye@laspositascollege.edu.
