2018.07.09 - Joint Meeting Minutes with City Council

1.

Call to Order
President Sunderman called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm.

2.

Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Roll Call
The following board members were present: President Sunderman, Vice President Jones, Bond, Meyer and Pulliam.

3.

Adopt Agenda
A motion was made by Bond, seconded by Meyer, to approve the agenda.  Motion carried 5-0.

4.

Joint meeting with Clarinda City Council

4. 1.

Strategic Plan Review
Mr. Stender discussed the district’s strategic plan and how it is important to have a good partnership with the city and recognized the need to support the labor force and vocational programs. The district would like to work with the city on housing, job training, legislation and marketing.

4. 2.

Discuss Opportunities for Collaboration

4. 2. 1.

Property (agreements for shared services)
Representatives from both entities will meet to develop a written agreement to use the Lied Center, tennis courts and ball fields.  Emphasized the desire for the city and district to continue with their collaborative relationship.  Discussed the district’s facility assessment and next steps to collaborate. 

4. 2. 2.

Support for Economic Development

4. 2. 2. 1.

Housing
The need for more housing was discussed.

4. 2. 2. 2.

Skilled Labor
The district is researching how to partner with businesses for vocational programs.

5.

Adjournment

A motion was made by Jones, seconded by Bond, to adjourn the meeting at 4:53pm.

Motion carried 5-0.

Darin Sunderman.            Nancy Fulk-McKinnon
Board President.               Board Secretary