Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
8/31/2023 - 5:30 PM  
Category:
Report of the Committee on Accountability, Finance, and Personnel  
Type:
Action  
Subject:
10. Action on a Request to Approve a Conservation Easement Between the Milwaukee Public Schools, the City of Milwaukee, and Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District  
Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
Goal 3
Effective and Efficient Operations
 
Policy:
Admin Policy 5.01 - Facilities  
Attachments:
1. Limited Term Conservation Easement - Washington HS  
File Attachment:
Limited Term Conservation Easement - Washington HS.pdf
 
Background:
Milwaukee Public Schools has collaborated with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District and the City of Milwaukee to further advance the district’s sustainability initiatives through $519,675 in a partnership funding grant for a green infrastructure project at the following school site:

• Washington High School – 2525 N Sherman Blvd

The funding agreement indicates that upon completion of this project, that an 11-year limited term conservation easement be executed in order to ensure the new green infrastructure is adequately maintained and protected. This project has resulted in improved storm water management through the installation of an underground cistern. This effort provides a direct benefit to the environment and creates additional opportunities for MPS students to learn about advancing sustainability efforts through the implementation of green infrastructure.
 
Fiscal Impact Statement:
There are no expenditures associated with this item.  
Implementation and Assessment Plan:
Upon Board approval, the limited term conservation easement will be executed with the City of Milwaukee in favor of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District.  
Recommendation
Your Committee recommends that the Board approve the limited-term conservation easements between Milwaukee Public Schools and the City of Milwaukee in favor of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Jacqueline M. Mann, Ph.D. - Board Clerk/Chief Officer