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Meeting Minutes
Approved
Date: May 25, 2022
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Place: Kent City Hall Chambers
Attending: Chair Jennifer Ritchie, Vice-Chair Kristie Duggan, Edith Gonzales, Elizabeth Carter,
Kathleen Meehan, Matthew Morgan, Michael J. Javelli, Richard Minutoli, Roberto
Arellano, Jr, Sarah Veele, Scott Taylor, Taek Kim
Director Julie Parascondola,
Absent: Stuart Chapman
1. Call to Order/Roll Call:
Commission Chair Ritchie called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
2. Changes to Agenda:
None
3. Approve Minutes dated March 23, 2022
Approved with friendly Change to Year of approval of March Minutes
4. Public Comment (if any):
None
S. Welcome New Commissioners:
Director Parascondola introduced the New Commissioners, and Commissioners were given
time to introduce themselves.
6. Park Commission Bylaws — Final Adoption:
Commission approved adopting the new revised Bylaws by a unanimous vote.
7. City Arts Plan and Program:
Ronda Billerbeck, the Parks Facility Program Manager, shared a PowerPoint presentation
titled "Cultural Programs Division," which provided an overview of the programs. Q&A
occurred. No actions or decisions were made.
S. Final Parks and Open Space Plan Recommendations and Strategic Projects:
Director Parascondola presented a PowerPoint presentation titled 'Kent Parks & Open Space
Plan 2022" Q&A occurred. No actions or decisions were made.
9. Director/Commission Updates:
Budget Process has begun
10. Adjournment:
Commission Chair Ritchie concluded the meeting at 7:30 p.m.
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Ronald Lashley Jr.
Parks and Recreation Commission Secretary