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Board moves updated naming and tribute policy to first and second read
Summary
After discussion about process and historical honorees, the board agreed to take an amended naming/tribute policy (policy 5632) through a first and second read so that specific field‑naming recommendations can return in June.
The Fairport Central School District board discussed an updated policy (5632) governing the naming of district property and tribute markers and voted to move the proposed policy to first and second reading.
Board members said the prior policy contained a blanket rule that made naming difficult and agreed the revised approach should establish a clear process and regulation for how the superintendent and board consider naming requests. Members referenced local historical figures—including past athletic directors and field names such as Joe Cummings Field and the proposed Don Santini complex—as context for why a transparent process is needed so that the board and community can consider tribute requests thoughtfully.
The policy committee asked that the policy be refreshed, and after discussion a motion to move the amended policy forward for readings passed by voice vote. The board indicated that naming recommendations (for example, a field) would return for consideration in June, allowing the community, the named parties and board members to review the proposed regulation and memorialization process before a final vote.
Board members emphasized the need for clear criteria and consultation with stakeholders so that naming decisions are meaningful and consistent across the district. No final naming decisions were made at the May meeting; the action was procedural to advance the policy through the board’s reading process.
