Elgin Math & Science Academy
Minutes
Master Planning and Environmental Committee Meeting
Date and Time
Wednesday August 7, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Location
EMSA Campus--Admin Building
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.
Committee Members Present
C. Flaherty, D. Haight, G. Swick, K. Kelly, S. Bennett
Committee Members Absent
None
Guests Present
D. Alexander, K. Martinez
I. Opening Items
A.
Record Attendance
B.
Call the Meeting to Order
C.
Approve Minutes of the June 19, 2024 Meeting of the Master Planning Committee
II. Master Plan & Facilities Committee
A.
COO Report
B.
Campus Grounds & Gardens
Green Guerrilla will be trimming overgrowth along back of admin building. Pollinator garden maintenance discussed.
C.
Facilities Reserve Fund
Steps: improve grounds and roof improvements and replacement were noted as needed in consultant's report. Can we generate list from parents et al of experts who can help with projects around the school?
Next meeting to focus on report and prioritizing for recommendations.
D.
Review & Discuss Opportunities for Crew Involvement in Campus Projects
Discussed creating community spaces for gathering outdoors. Kaboom has playground grants--EMSA has tried and will try again. Involve crews and kids in creating spaces. Take new teachers on campus hikes.
Will put some time and energy into mapping out a campus trail for walking.
E.
Noise Pollution on Campus
Investigation continues, need to determine priority. Consider bringing in partners such as the forest preserve.
F.
Sustainability
III. Campus Safety
A.
Keep in MP Committee?
Campus entry has been painted with entry/exit lanes. D Alexander continues to pursue signage through IDOT. Discussed generating a petition to share with IDOT.
IV. Campus Environment & Historical Character Advisory Group
A.
Progress and Next Steps
D Alexander reminded the committee that we won an architectural award.
V. New Business
A.
Back patio
WIll be ready to go for the 21st.
D Alexander shared his COO report, answered questions, and expanded on his report.