(These minutes were recreated by Robyn Sandys based on notes the board Secretary had because they were not submitted by her at the time or thereafter. The Secretary did have a list of those that attended and that was provided to Robyn. Approved by the Board at the April 2008 board meeting)

Trustees in attendance: Sue Allen; Abe Bruckman; Paul Ciupa; Steve Henstridge; Christine Kowalski; Jim O’Connor; Alice Ratka; Matt Reitz; Ralph Thompson; Peggy Zeleznik

Staff: Robyn Sandys

Guests: Brian Cummins, Marry Heller, Greg Huth, Debra Zeleny, John Jenkins

Matt Reitz called the meeting to order at approximately 6:15 pm, followed by introductions.

Minutes: The minutes of the October Board meeting were unavailable because of not being received by the board member who took minutes.

Treasurer’s Report: The report was given by Christine. Nothing unusual to report

Nomination/Board Development Committee Report: Matt reported for the committee that they would like to nominate Greg Huth to the board as a residential member and Gilbert Janke, as an Institutional member. Motion passed to nominate Greg Huth; it did not pass to nominate Mr. Jenke. A request was made to further review his nomination.

Review of Committee Assignments: Matt provided a review of committee assignments based on a document that was distributed to the board.

Board Orientation Schedule: The board was given several dates to choose from to hold the board orientation, either November 27, 28, Dec. 4, 5, the board was provided with a review of what the orientation would include.

Executive Director Report: The Executive Director presented her report.

• She presented a resolution to the board regarding the hiring of an Economic Analysis consultant as part of the Master Planning process. A motion was made and seconded and then the board approved the resolution and it was signed by Matt Reitz.
• Information was provided about a potential residential senior housing development on the Memphis school site. Additional information would be provided by NRP Group at the December meeting.
• Robyn reported on the draft business plan for the Old Brooklyn News
• Robyn provided a written update on all other CDC activities.

Adjournment: Matt Reitz moved to adjourn the meeting at approximately 7:30 pm. Motion approved.