Agenda Item
Meeting Date:
12/20/2018 - 6:30 PM  
Category:
Reports and Communications from the Board Clerk/Chief Officer, Office of Board Governance  
Type:
Info  
Subject:
1. Report on Legislative Activities Affecting the Milwaukee Public Schools and Action on the Proposed 2018-2019 Legislative Agenda  
Strategic Plan Compatibility Statement:
Goal 1
Academic Achievement
Goal 2
Student, Family and Community Engagement
Goal 3
Effective and Efficient Operations
 
Policy:
 
Attachments:
Proposed 2018-29 Legislative Agenda  
File Attachment:
Proposed 2018-19 Legislative Agenda.pdf
 
Background:
A discussion and review of the proposed 2019-2020 MPS Legislative Agenda will be provided ahead of the upcoming legislative session.

The transitional work of the administration of Governor-elect Evers continues, and updates on the progress of that work will be highlighted as well.

After a year of work, the Legislature's Blue Ribbon Commission on K-12 Education Funding will be holding its final meeting on December 19 at the State Capitol. It is anticipated that, as a result of those discussions, a final report, along with possible draft legislation,n will be made available to the public by mid to late January.

The inauguration of elected officials will take place in the State Capitol on January 7, 2019.
 
Fiscal Impact Statement:
This item does not authorize expenditures.  
Implementation and Assessment Plan:
The district will continue to pursue appropriate support for students as part of the MPS Legislative Agenda.  
Recommendation
That the Board determine how it wishes to proceed with the proposed 2018-19 Legislative Agenda, as attached to this item.  
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Chris Thiel - Legislative Policy Specialist
Signed By:  
Jacqueline M. Mann, Ph.D. - Board Clerk/Chief Officer