Final

Elgin Math & Science Academy

Master Planning and Environmental Committee Meeting

Date and Time

Thursday March 27, 2025 at 4:00 PM CDT

Location

TBD

Our Mission:
 

The Elgin Math and Science Academy is an EL Education public charter school.

 

We strive to support the whole child and develop socially responsible leaders who aspire to create a better world.

Agenda

Section Number Topic Number Details Purpose Presenter Time
I. Opening Items 4:00 PM
  A. Record Attendance   1 m
  B. Call the Meeting to Order   Kerry Kelly 1 m
  C. Approve Minutes of prior Meeting of the Master Planning Committee Approve Minutes Kerry Kelly 3 m
    Approve minutes for Master Planning and Environmental Committee Meeting on January 24, 2025  
II. Master Plan & Facilities Committee 4:05 PM
  A. Campus Facilities Update Discuss Kathryn Martinez 5 m
  B. Lexington Inn Discuss 5 m
   

Update

  
  C. Campus Grounds, Gardens & Grant Opportunities Discuss Christopher Flaherty Kerry Kelly 10 m
   

Chris Flaherty:  update on outdoor classroom discussion items (logs, bench, design, funding); funding ideas

Kerry Kelly:  ComEd Grant Application; Schoolyard Habitat Grant, other grant opportunities (Elgin Sustainability, e.g), upkeep of pollinator & tree understory gardens

  
  D. Campus Walking Trail Update Discuss Kathryn Martiz, neKerry Kelly 5 m
   

Potential for school-wide trail development for ELEducation Make a Difference Week.

Need to flag basic route.

Distance on EMSA property of interior path/loop 1,000 meters (1094 yds) (there are 1760 yds in a mile)

 

  
  E. Noise Pollution on Campus Gary Swick 2 m
   

Next steps with Tollway noise.

  
  F. Bird Strike Prevention--Update Discuss Kerry Kelly 2 m
   

Affordable tape is now available.  https://featherfriendly.com/products/abc-birdtape-2?variant=41182960025737 https://abcbirds.org/news/abc-birdtape-feather-friendly/  

  
  G. EMSA policy on insecticide, herbicide, & rodent-cide uses 5 m
   

Do we have an official policy?

  
  H. Protecting Oak Tree Roots from Parking Cars--Update Discuss Christopher Flaherty 3 m
  I. Review & Discuss Opportunities for Crew Involvement in Campus Projects Discuss 5 m
  J. Sustainability Discuss Kerry Kelly & Gary Swick 6 m
   

Green Schools possibilities

  
  K. Facilities Reserve Fund Discuss Kathryn Martinez 5 m
   

Our original goal:  What is the system for tracking and predicting facility needs that could use this fund?  

Next:  What are our steps for implementing the recommendations of our consultant.

 

 

  
III. Campus Safety 4:58 PM
  A. Rte 25 Improvements Discuss Kathryn Martinez 5 m
   

Info on IDOT's Safe Routes to Schools Program

Eligible Infrastructure Projects 1. Sidewalk Improvements – New Sidewalk, Sidewalk Repair, Sidewalk Gap Closure, Sidewalk Widening, Sidewalk Curb, Sidewalk Curb Ramp 2. Traffic Calming/Speed Reduction – Speed Bump/Hump/Table, Raised Crossing, Median Refuge/Center Crossing, Narrowed Traffic Lane 3. Traffic Control Devices – New/Upgraded Traffic Signal, New Pavement Markings, New Traffic Striping, In-Roadway Crossing Light, Flashing Beacons, Bike Sensitive Signal Actuation Devices, Pedestrian Activated Signal Upgrades, Pedestrian Countdown Signal, Permanently Mounted Solar Powered Speed Feedback Signs 4. Pedestrian and Bicycle Crossing Improvements – Crossing, Median Refuge, Raised Crossing, Sight Distance Improvements 5. On-Street Bicycle Facilities – New/Upgraded Bike Lane, Widened Outside Lanes/Shoulders, Geometric Improvements, Turning Lanes, Channelization, Roadway Realignment, Traffic Signs, Pavement Markings 6. Off-Street Bicycle Facilities – Exclusive Multi-Use Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail separated from the roadway 7. Secure Bicycle Parking Facilities – Bike Racks, Safety Lighting, Covered Bike Shelter ! Permanently Mounted Solar Powered Speed Feedback Signs will be funded as Infrastructure Projects. 

 https://idot.illinois.gov/transportation-system/local-transportation-partners/county-engineers-and-local-public-agencies/funding-programs/safe-routes-to-school.html

  
IV. Campus Environment & Historical Character Advisory Group 5:03 PM
  A. Progress and Next Steps Discuss 1 m
V. New Business 5:04 PM
  A. Strategic Planning Discuss Kathryn Martinez 5 m
   

What can this committee contribute?

  
  B. Future meetings Discuss Kerry Kelly 5 m
VI. Closing Items 5:14 PM
  A. Adjourn Meeting Vote