Citation in context
June 4, 2025 — Meeting Minutes
Page 1 of 7 Board of Education Meeting - June 04 2025 Minutes at 6:00 PM Admin Building Board Room #2 Mark Twain Circle Clayton, MO 63105
The meeting was called to order at 6:08 p.m. Present: Ms. Stacy Siwak, Ms. Kim Hurst, Mr. Jason Growe, Ms. Chris Win, Dr. Pam Lyss- Lerman , Mr. Leo Human, and Mr. Ben Beinfeld. 1.1 Statement of Adequate Notice, Pledge of Allegiance Adequate Notice was provided. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 1.2 Adoption of Agenda Motion to approve the agenda as posted. Moved by: Ms. Chris Win Seconded by: Mr. Jason Growe Aye Ms. Stacy Siwak, Ms. Kim Hurst, Ms. Chris Win, Mr. Jason Growe, Mr. Leo Human, Dr Pamela Lyss-Lerman, and Mr. Ben Beinfeld Motion Carries 7-0
2.1 Public Participation at Board Meetings We had four public comments at the June 4 BOE meeting, all urging the Board to prioritize the development of policies around the use of technology and screen time in classrooms. The public comments patrons were: Meade Greenberg Katie Kovacs and David Levy (comments read by Meade Greenberg) Evan Greenberg Micah & Tonya Rose (comments read by Evan Greenberg) Page 2 of 7 20250604ProposedBudget25-26 presentation.pdf ArchitectSelection20250604.pdf
3.1 Proposed 2025-2026 Budget The proposed budget for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year was presented for review and adoption. Motion to approve the budget for 2025-2026, including expenditures sourced from federal grants, as presented. Moved by: Ms. Chris Win Seconded by: Mr. Jason Growe Aye Ms. Stacy Siwak, Ms. Kim Hurst, Ms. Chris Win, Mr. Jason Growe, Mr. Leo Human, Dr Pamela Lyss-Lerman, and Mr. Ben Beinfeld Motion Carries 7-0 3.2 Architectural Services for Facility Projects Following completion of the Long Range Facility Master Plan earlier this year, a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) was issued for architectural services to advance various projects to a study of feasibility and design development. Selecting the architect(s) is the next step. Motion to approve the selection and collaboration of Paragon Architecture and Perkins&Will for project package #1 relating to the proposed addition of an academic wing at CHS, and for project package #3 relating to renovation or reconstruction of the three elementary school buildings, and authorize the administration to negotiate a contract for the desired services to include a clear scope of work, reasonable fees and other acceptable terms; and further approve the selection of BLDD Architects for project package #2 relating to proposed improvements of athletic facilities at CHS and WMS, and authorize the administration to negotiate a contract for the desired services to include a clear scope of work, reasonable fees and other acceptable terms. Moved by: Ms. Chris Win Seconded by: Mr. Jason Growe Aye Ms. Stacy Siwak, Ms. Kim Hurst, Ms. Chris Win, Mr. Jason Growe, Mr. Leo Human, Dr Pamela Lyss-Lerman, and Mr. Ben Beinfeld Motion Carries 7-0 3.3 Construction Manager At-Risk Pursuant to Policy FED, the Board may, at its discretion and in accordance with law, use the construction manager at risk method for construction of
Leo Human, Dr Pamela Lyss-Lerman, and Mr. Ben Beinfeld Motion Carries 7-0 3.3 Construction Manager At-Risk Pursuant to Policy FED, the Board may, at its discretion and in accordance with law, use the construction manager at risk method for construction of Page 3 of 7 20250604CMAR-authorization.pdf non-civil works (building) projects in excess of $3,000,000. By definition, a construction manager at risk is a legal entity that assumes the risk for the construction, rehabilitation, alteration or repair of a project at the contracted price as a general contractor and provides consultation to a political subdivision regarding construction during and after the design of the project. Motion that the Board of Education authorize issuance of a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) in accordance with Policy FED. Moved by: Ms. Chris Win Seconded by: Mr. Jason Growe Aye Ms. Stacy Siwak, Ms. Kim Hurst, Ms. Chris Win, Mr. Jason Growe, Mr. Leo Human, Dr Pamela Lyss-Lerman, and Mr. Ben Beinfeld Motion Carries 7-0 3.4 Public Engagement Services A key component of developing the facility improvement plan involves public engagement. A second key component is financing facility improvements. At the end of the day, voters will want to know why a bond is needed: does it provide the best solution; what will it cost; can they afford it; and how will life continue in the meantime? To answers these questions and gain taxpayer support, a bond campaign will need to be outlined and implemented. Motion that the Board of Education authorize issuance of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a consultant for public engagement services in regards to facility improvements. Moved by: Ms. Chris Win Seconded by: Mr. Jason Growe Aye Ms. Stacy Siwak, Ms. Kim Hurst, Ms. Chris Win, Mr. Jason Growe, Mr. Leo Human, Dr Pamela Lyss-Lerman, and Mr. Ben Beinfeld Motion Carries 7-0 3.5 St Louis Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan In accordance with the Federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, the St Louis Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan has been updated for the 2025-2030 5-year plan cycle. A Resolution adopting the updated plan is presented for review and approval.