HomeMy WebLinkAboutSMPAC - School Master Planning Advisory Committee - Charge - Revised May 2021 School Master Planning Advisory Committee Charge
Members: 12 members
Appointed By: School Committee
Length of Term: Two Years
Meeting Times: Biannually (twice a year) or as determined by the Superintendent of
Schools
Description: The Lexington Public Schools Master Planning Advisory Committee
("Advisory Committee") was established in 2018, pursuant to School Committee Policy
BDF. The School Committee recognized that a master plan for school capital projects
was necessary and prudent, as Lexington continues to experience enrollment growth.
The Advisory Committee developed and recommended a 5-10 year capital plan for
school facilities, analyzing current facilities and enrollment forecasts, and developing
conceptual plans and timelines for needed additional educational spaces. Two products
were the result of the Advisory Committee's efforts, including the LPS Technical Master
Plan and the LPS Master Planning Compendium. These documents were approved by
the School Committee on May 25, 2021.
The ongoing work of the Master Planning Advisory Committee includes the following:
1. Assess current capacity findings and identify options to align future school
capacities with enrollment projections and educational program requirements;
and
2. Develop recommendations for addressing capacity, including costs and
timelines.
Criteria for Composition:
Members shall consist of staff and citizens with sufficient background to understand
facility assessments and the impact of facilities on the educational process, and others
with a skill set that supports the ongoing work of this committee. Membership would
include from the School Committee, Select Board, Permanent Building Committee,
Planning Board, PTOs/PTAs; and citizens selected through an application process.
While not members, the Appropriation and Capital Expenditures Committees are invited
to recommend non-voting liaisons:
Ref: Oric inal Charge adopted by the School Committee on May 8, 2018.
The School Committee approved this revised Charge on June 14, 2021, with the
ongoing work and revised composition.