This is tonight’s agenda — keep in mind that this is a suggested agenda, and any additional items that need to be added can be, with proper notice. Thanks and I hope to see you tonight!

I. Introduction and Welcome – Approximately 5 minutes

A. Short explanation of Committee Group – Joel Hunt

B. Ground rules for Meeting and explanation of Agenda – Joel Hunt

II. Introduction of Resolution to Officially Name Friends of Otter Creek Park – Approximately 10 minutes

A. Debate on Naming Resolution:

1. Speakers For (2 minutes each)

2. Speakers Against – if any (2 minutes each)

B. Voice Vote on Resolution

III. Introduction of Resolution to Legally Incorporate Friends of Otter Creek Park – Approximately 10 minutes

A. Debate on Incorporation Resolution:

1. Speakers For (up to 5 minutes each)

2. Speakers Against – if any (up to 5 minutes each)

B. Voice Vote on Resolution

IV. Election of Friends of Otter Creek Park Officers – Approximately 1 hour

A. Nomination of Chairperson(s)

1. Short Statements by Candidates (up to 5 minutes each)

2. Voice Vote on Chairperson(s)

B. Nomination of Secretary

1. Short Statements by Candidates (up to 5 minutes each)

2. Voice Vote on Secretary

C. Nomination of Treasurer

1. Short Statements by Candidates (up to 5 minutes each)

2. Voice Vote on Treasurer

V. Organization of Sub-Committees – Approximately 45 minutes

A. Proposal and Explanation of Sub-Committee Groups

1. Petitions and Volunteering

2. Public Relations and Media

3. Non-Profit and Charity Outreach

4. Government Liaison

5. Any Additional Sub-Committee(s) to be Suggested at Meeting

i. Short Discussion of proposed Sub-Committee (5 minutes pro and against)

ii. Voice Vote on Sub-Committee Formation

B. Volunteering of Sub-Committee Chairs and Members

VI. Questions and Comments from the Public – Approximately 30 Minutes, up to 5 minutes per speaker