Youth Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2015 11 05

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Youth Advisory Board Meeting Minutes DATE Page 2 of 2 VII. Expectations of Board members and Professional Conduct — The YAB liaisons discussed meeting rules and the attendance policy. Board members should not have more than two excused absences, and they must notify liaisons at least one day in advance if possible. Jay also discussed the importance of professional behavior, as YAB members are representatives of the city of Louisville. The rules of open government were also explained, and in particular, liaisons stressed that no more than two board members may discuss YAB business in an open, unpublished setting, including via email. VIII. Discuss Chair, Vice -Chair and Secretary Officer Positions (will elect at the next meeting) — The liaisons discussed the roles of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary, and noted that members may run for these roles at the next meeting. IX. Goals and Volunteer Projects for the Upcoming Year — Mandy shared the types of volunteer activities that YAB members do through the course of a typical year. We brainstormed possible activities for the months of October and January. Ideas included working with the left hand outdoor challenge, New Vista -gray water, community food, and Kids against Hunger. No activity was planned for October this year, so the group will begin volunteering in November. Board members also brainstormed ideas for this year's long -term goal. Ideas included a Lights off Night to help educate people about light pollution, a project that focuses on helping youth safely get around town, or a project that looks at the sufficiency of town parks and playgrounds. Ultimately, the group decided that it would be best to reach out to their peers to get a stronger grasp on the top concerns of Louisville youth. X. Meet your Mayor- Visit with Mayor Muckle — Mayor Muckle introduced himself, and the board members introduced themselves to him. He shared his political background and his history with local politics. He came to politics after developing an interest in open space issues, and then served on City Council for six years before becoming Mayor. Some of his personal political interests include issues surrounding transportation, light pollution and parks. Board members happened to share particular interests in these same issues. He welcomes input from YAB members and encouraged us to contact him with any questions, concerns or ideas. XI. Teambuilding — Board members played two teambuilding games to get to know each other better. XII. Discussion Items for Next Meeting — Officer positions will be elected; members will discuss the results of their discussions with peers about potential YAB goals for the term. XIII. Adjourn — The meeting was adjourned at 8:OOpm.