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Meeting Date:
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4/17/2025 - 5:30 PM
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Category:
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REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE BOARD CLERK/CHIEF OFFICER, OFFICE OF BOARD GOVERNANCE
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Type:
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Action
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Subject:
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3. Action to Discharge the Committee on Accountability, Finance, and Personnel from Further Consideration of Resolution 2425R-011 by Director Zombor on Exploring Litigation to Hold Paint Companies Liable for Lead Paint Remediation Costs and to Give Immediate Consideration to the Item
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Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
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Policy:
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1.10 - Communications, Petitions, Resolutions for Referral
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Attachments
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File Attachment:
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Background:
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In March 2025, Director Zombor introduced the attached resolution. The Resolved portion of the resolution reads:
BE IT RESOLVED, That the Milwaukee Board of School Directors hereby directs Administration to consult with the Office of the City Attorney to explore legal options to hold lead paint companies accountable under applicable laws for costs associated with remediating lead paint that continues to pose health risks; and, be it
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That, after consultation with the office of the City Attorney, the Administration bring forward its recommendations to the Board.
The Board may retire to closed session for consideration of this item, pursuant to Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1) (g).
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Fiscal Impact Statement:
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Implementation and Assessment Plan
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Recommendation:
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That the Board determine how it wishes to proceed.
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Dr. Tina Owen-Moore - Board Clerk
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