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Commission on Disability <br /> Meeting Minutes—October 11, 2018 <br /> Members Present: Victoria Buckley (Chair), Sue Cusack, Michael Martignetti,Julie Miller, <br /> Leonard Morse-Fortier, Janet Perry, Francine Stieglitz <br /> Town Liaisons: Jim Kelly, Building Commissioner; Bonnie Teitelman, Council on Aging <br /> Guest: Colin Smith, Colin Smith Architect; Melissa Battite, Dir of Recreation and Community <br /> Programs; Superintendent Julie Hackett <br /> Minutes <br /> August and September minutes were reviewed and approved. <br /> Reservoir Bathhouse <br /> Colin Smith came to discuss the Reservoir Bathhouse. We were excited to see the planned <br /> updates that include an accessible bathhouse at the Lexington Res. We suggested an expansion <br /> of the availability of handicapped parking. Next steps include sending details out to bid for <br /> costs. FY 20 would have the costs for construction. <br /> LPS— Diversity, Equity& Inclusion <br /> Superintendent Julie Hackett came to discuss the suspension disparities and action plan going <br /> forward. She shared some of the steps that she took in anticipation of interviewing for the <br /> position of Superintendent and some of the action steps that she took once she was formally in <br /> that role. These action steps included meeting with the Administrative Council upon her arrival <br /> to begin the planning process to address these community concerns. This team pulled together <br /> a detailed report about the challenges that we face relative to disproportional suspension rates, <br /> particularly for students with disabilities and black students. The Racial Equity Group was also <br /> contacted to provide a training in Restorative Justice. Superintendent Hackett welcomed the <br /> opportunity to work with us and other community members. <br /> Minutes submitted by: Sue Cusack <br />