School Master Planning Advisory Committee Charge - Revised June 2019

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School Master Planning Advisory Committee Charge Members: Appointed By: Length of Term Meeting Times: 15 members School Committee One year Monthly or as determined by the Advisory Committee Description: The School Master Planning Advisory Committee ("Advisory Committee") is being established pursuant to School Committee Policy BDF. The School Committee has determined that developing a master plan for school capital projects is necessary and prudent as Lexington continues to experience enrollment growth at all grade levels. The Advisory Committee will develop and recommend 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. DiNisco Design will provide professional support for this effort pursuant to an existing contract. The work of the School Master Planning Advisory Committee will include, but not be limited to: 1. Assess current capacity findings and identify options to align future school capacities with enrollment projections and educational program requirements; 2. Develop recommendations for addressing capacity, including costs and timelines; 3. Prepare a Final Report and Recommendations to the School Committee. Criteria for Membership: The Advisory Committee members shall consist of staff and citizens, with sufficient background to understand facility assessments and the impact of facilities on the education process. Composition: School Committee (2), Board of Selectmen (1), Permanent Building Committee (1), Superintendent of Schools (1), Director of Public Facilities (1), Director of Planning and Assessment (1), Capital Expenditures Committee Liaison (1), Appropriations Committee Liaison (1), Planning Board Liaison (1), the chair of the PTA/0 Presidents' Council (1), representative from SEPAC (1), high school student (1), citizens selected through application process (2).