Board approves Safe Routes policy, consent agenda and reports closed‑session approvals

The South Pasadena Unified School District Board of Education on Wednesday unanimously adopted Board Policy 51 42.2, a Safe Routes to School policy intended to formalize the district's commitment to safe pathways for students and to strengthen coordination with city partners and community groups.

The policy was brought forward for action after prior discussion and was approved on a voice and roll‑call vote. Superintendent Dr. Baxter told the board the policy “formally communicates that students and families need safe paths to our campuses,” and thanked city partners and community groups for collaborating on safety solutions.

Also during the meeting the board approved a consolidated consent agenda covering items 8.01–8.21. A motion to approve the consent items was made and seconded and passed by roll call.

At the start of the evening the board reported the results of closed‑session deliberations. The board said it approved a settlement agreement related to student ID 3985273168 and agreed to readmit student ID 139519 following an expulsion term. The board recorded that the motion for readmission was made by board member Mr. Raub and seconded by board member Ms. Thomas; the subsequent roll call recorded unanimous votes in favor.

Votes at a glance: - Settlement agreement (student ID 3985273168): approved (board reported 5–0). No mover/second specified in the public report. - Readmission (student ID 139519): motion by Mr. Raub, second by Ms. Thomas; roll‑call recorded five aye votes. - Consent agenda (8.01–8.21): motion carried; roll‑call aye votes recorded. - Board Policy 51 42.2 (Safe Routes to School): motion carried; roll‑call aye votes recorded.

The board adjourned at approximately 7:08 p.m.