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Minutes
February 20, 2013
Tony Scarpa
Darrell Fales
Rachel Vargas
Michele Scarpa
Stacy Scarpa
Stefanie Karacostas
Chris Scarpa
Terri Corbett
James Toney, Director of Community Services
Drew Pennywell, Staff
Michael Boyett, Staff
Kimberly Ramirez, Staff
Rufino Ramirez, guest
1. Call to order: The meeting was called to order at 7:01p.m.
2. Communications for the public:
3. Discussion and possible action regarding the January 16, 2013 minutes:
Rachel made a motion to approve the minutes as corrected, Chis Scarpa
second the motion and the motion passed unanimously
4. Discussion and possible action regarding the 2013, 4th of July Minutes:
A. Dignitary Breakfast: Kimberly informed committee that the dignitary breakfast
has been sponsored by Chick Fila.
B. Parade: Drew added “comments about parade entry” to parade
applications to help the parade announcer can give a brief description of each
entry as they pass by the judges. Drew stated that there are 6 former mayors
and all rsvp's have been mailed out. The Lions Club has agreed to build a float
for the Grand Marshal. James Toney will get with former council member Jay
Horecky to see if he can make a metal flag for the Grand Marshal float. James
Toney asked if anyone else has any ideas. James as received confirmation of
the Lone Star Squadron for the flyover, they working on getting colored smoke.
C. Day Program: Kimberly informed the committee that Fox 26 News will be the
MC for the day program. Kimberly stated we have confirmed Party Animals for
the day entertainment at the pavilion. Committee suggested adding the
mechanical bull this year and nixing the dunking tank, and something else from
Awesome Events.
D. Evening: James Toney stated that the band, MatchMaker has been
confirmed. James stated that Bleish has confirmed our date but we’re waiting
on the contract. The fireworks and sound and lighting have been confirmed as
well. James stated that we’re going to use the karaoke contest winner at
concert in the park to perform at the night program. Mayor Smith has been
confirmed by MC. James stated that the skydivers have not been confirmed
yet. He’s going to check to see how much they were going to charge. Tony
stated that we’re going to try to load 3 buses at a time this year. Committee
suggested making parking passes for the handicap and having badges for
dignitaries.
Committee wants to order red shirts this year that they will pay out of pocket.
5. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 7:43 pm
Approved by:
Kimberly Ramirez
Date:
March 20, 2013