Flint Community Schools Operations and Maintenance

Welcome to Operations and Maintenance

Dedicated to Excellence in Our Schools

At Flint Community Schools, the Operations and Maintenance Department is steadfast in its commitment to providing a safe, efficient, and conducive learning environment for all our scholars and staff. Our ongoing efforts encompass a broad range of crucial activities, from building renovations to meticulous maintenance and the diligent operation of our school bus fleet.

Flint Community Schools Operations and Maintenance Department remain committed to enhancing the educational experience through effective stewardship of our facilities and transportation services. A well-maintained learning environment and reliable transportation are critical to the success of our scholars and the broader school community.

Purpose Statement

At Flint Community Schools, the purpose of the Operations and Maintenance Department is to steadfastly provide a safe, efficient, and supportive learning environment for all our scholars and staff. Our role is integral in ensuring that education's physical and logistical aspects are seamlessly managed, allowing our students and educators to focus on academic excellence and personal growth.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to maintain and enhance the educational experience by effectively stewarding the school district's facilities and transportation services. We are dedicated to ensuring that every aspect of our school environment, from the physical buildings to the buses that transport our scholars, is in optimal condition. This includes conducting building renovations, performing meticulous maintenance, and operating a safe and efficient school bus fleet.

Goals

Flint Community Schools Operations and Maintenance Department is deeply committed to creating and sustaining an environment that supports the academic success and well-being of our scholars and staff. Our goal is to ensure that the spaces where learning takes place are as inspiring, safe, and conducive to learning as the educational programs themselves.

Knowles McKallister, HES - Director of Facilities

Knowles McAllister

Director of Facilities kmcallister@flintschools.org

Stormwater

NPDES Stormwater Discharge Regulatory Requirements for Public School Districts

The 1988 amendments to the Federal Clean Water Act required the USEPA to develop and enforce regulations to address pollutants discharged from “Non-Point Sources.” These regulations, known as the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), regulate stormwater discharges from specific entities.

Phase I became effective on April 1, 1993, and regulated only large municipalities with a population of over 1,000,000 people. Phase II became effective on April 1, 2003, and incorporated these requirements for both municipal and other public organizations, including public school districts, located within urbanized areas of more than 100,000 people.

Urbanized areas are defined as a land area comprising one or more places and the adjacent densely populated surrounding areas that have a residential population of at least 50,000 and an overall population density of at least 1,000 people per square mile.

The basin unit for delineating the Urbanized Area (UA) boundaries is the census block. Census blocks are based on physical boundaries such as a city block or political boundaries. Urbanized areas can be comprised of large areas such as counties and Indian reservations or smaller civil divisions (i.e. towns or townships). The current Urbanized Areas are determined based on the 2000 Census.

The State of Michigan has identified the following areas as meeting these requirements: Ann Arbor. Battle Creek, Bay City . Benton Harbor, St. Joseph, Detroit, Elkhart, Indiana - Michigan, Flint , Grand Rapids, Holland , Jackson, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Michigan City, Indiana - Michigan, Monroe, Muskegon, Port Huron, Saginaw, South Lyon, Howell, Brighton, South Bend, Indiana - Michigan, Toledo, Ohio - Michigan.

Above information courtesy of the following: NPDES Stormwater Discharge Regulatory Requirements for Public School Districts March 2012

Flint Community Schools Maintenance

Commitment to Safety and Comfort in Building Maintenance

Ongoing Building Maintenance for Safety and Comfort: Our team works tirelessly to maintain the integrity and safety of our school buildings. This includes routine inspections, repairs, and upgrades essential for the well-being of our students and staff. From HVAC systems ensuring comfortable temperatures to electrical and plumbing systems running smoothly, our maintenance activities are comprehensive and ongoing.