GLA Board Meeting Minutes – 7/21/25

Meeting Called to Order
The meeting was called to order by Mike Rankin at 4:00 PM.

Present: Mike Rankin, Amy Heaven, Sandy Adams
Absent: Ryan Mueller

Agenda

  • Approved as submitted.

Secretary Report

  • Ryan was absent so no minutes were submitted

Treasury Report

  • No formal report this meeting.

Old Business

  • Boat Parade:
    • The July 4th parade was a big success.
    • Secret judges worked well; feedback was positive.
    • Suggestion: consider eliminating float numbers next year.
  • Board Membership:
    • The team continues to seek a replacement for Melinda Broward.
  • Grass Carp:
    • Decision deferred until fall, pending KDWP input on lake needs.

New Business

  • Kayak Race:
    • Planning in progress for Labor Day (September 1).
    • Amy, Tracy, and Sandra will coordinate prizes, registration, and logistics.
    • Mike will ensure donuts and coffee are provided.
    • Sandy will display merchandise (possibly tie-dye shirts).
    • Volunteers still needed to provide boats for race turnarounds.
  • Community Cleanup Day:
    • Mike will assess cleanup needs and send a promotional email/Facebook post to recruit volunteers.
  • Rock the Docks:
    • Amy is preparing the schedule and will design a flyer for promotion.
    • Event is set for August 31, 2025.
  • Flood Cleanup:
    • Sandy will put a Facebook survey out to determine community interest in providing a dumpster.
  • Warning Siren Request:
    • Jan raised the need for improved severe weather warning coverage.
    • The board will revisit discussion at the August meeting.
  • Resident Information:
    • To be discussed at the August meeting.
  • Next Board Meeting:
    • Plan to schedule an early August meeting to finalize preparations for Labor Day events.
    • Mike will send a text to the team to select a date.

Adjournment
The meeting was moved to adjourn by Sandy Adams and seconded by Amy Heaven.