January 12,2009
MEETING SUMMARY

The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Commissioner Randy Nicholson.
The board welcomed its newest member Kumar Patel.
John Ward, Hank Hess and Kumar Patel were sworn in by the City Clerk prior to the meeting.
All board members were present.

Election of Officers
 Commissioner Nicholson opened the nominations for Chairman. John Ward nominated Clay Rogers with a second from Nicole Wheetley. There were no other nominations; Clay Rogers was elected by acclamation.
 Chairman Rogers opened the nominations for Vice Chairman. Hank Hess nominated Nicole Wheetley with a second from John Ward. There were no other nominations; Nicole Wheetley was elected by acclamation.
 Chairman Rogers opened nominations for Secretary. Nicole Wheetley nominated Bennie Cobb with a second from John Ward, Hank Hess nominated John Ward, who withdrew his nomination. There were no other nominations. Bennie Cobb was elected by acclamation.

Approval of the December 08, 2008 Meeting Minutes
 Minutes were approved by a vote of 7-0.

Reports and Updates
 Parks and Recreation Update – Discussion/No Action Taken

Unfinished Business

New Business
 2009 Parks & Recreation meeting dates – John Ward moved to accept the meeting dates as listed. Nicole Wheetley seconded the motion, voice vote all in favor. Motion passed.
 Review and action to adopt by-laws – Hank Hess moved to accept the by-laws as presented with a second from John Ward. Voice vote, all in favor. Motion passed
 Review and action to adopt the 2009 Calendar of Events – Hank Hess moved to adopt, Nicole Wheetley seconded the motion. Voice vote, all in favor. Motion passed.



Announcements
Chairman Clay Rogers stated for the record the Board’s thanks and appreciation for the service, expertise and dedication of Jim Bacon.



The meeting adjourned at 7:10 pm.