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SLAC Subcouncils Facilitate Two-way Conversation
Keeping Safe in Mountain Lion Country
Tuesday - February 8, 2011 |
SLAC Subcouncils Facilitate Two-way ConversationIn January, the SLAC Facilities Subcouncil welcomed Craig Burkhart, head of the Power Conversion Department in the Accelerator Directorate, as its new chair. He succeeds prior chair Craig Ferguson, who is stepping down to focus on his new role as Director of the Office of Planning and Assessment. As chair, Burkhart will work closely with Director of Facilities Matt Wrona as the division sets agenda and priorities. "Under the stewardship of Craig Ferguson and Matt Wrona, the Facilities Subcouncil has evolved into an effective body," Burkhart said. "Therefore, I will strive for continuity, endeavoring to lead the Subcouncil in its established role of liaison between the Facilities Department and the lab it serves." Prior to his new role, Burkhart represented the Accelerator Directorate on the Environment, Safety and Health Subcouncil for two years. Subcouncils serve as advisory committees for each of the divisions within the Operations Directorate (the Office of the Chief Finance Officer, Office of the Chief Information Officer, ES&H, Facilities, Human Resources, Procurement and Communications) and help foster two-way communication between Operations and the rest of the lab. Each subcouncil has a chairperson along with members from each of the other five directorates. Read more... Keeping Safe in Mountain Lion CountryRecent mountain lion activity around Woodside and Stanford offers a reminder that the foothills are the natural territory of these big cats, also known as pumas or cougars. Wildlife experts note that mountain lions generally avoid people, and recommend a few basic precautions to help prevent any issues:
Read more about staying safe in mountain lion country from the California Department of Fish and Game. |
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