Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Board

Regular Meeting

Rock Island, IL · February 19, 2025

Minutes

Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday, Feb 19, 2025 Minutes prepared by JJ Members Present: Moses Robinson, Joscelyn Rowe, Jessica Sager, Kai Swanson, James Jones, Lizandra Gomez Members Absent: Tameka Toney, Kayla Babers, Jessey Hullon Staff Present: Jerry Jones I. Call to Order by Moses at 5:03 pm II. Public Comment – No one present for public comment. Board members introduced themselves. III. *Approval of April Minutes - motion by Jocelyn, seconded James to approve. No corrections. Motion carries unanimously. IV. *Finance Report: Jessica reviewed the income statement explaining deficits and surpluses. Motion to accept the Finance Report by Kai. Second by James. Motion approved unanimously. V. Board Member Recruitment – Moses informed the board that 3 prospects declined board membership due to schedule conflicts. Marisa Cantu has accepted our invitation and will be appointed by the next meeting. VI. Overview of Open Meetings Act Requirements – Jerry review highlights of the OMA for the board including certification requirements. VII. 50th Anniversary Birthday Party Overview – Jerry Provided an overview for the open house/birthday party celebrating the King Center’s 50th anniversary on March 21st @ 3pm. Board members are aske to serve as ambassadors and champions for the mission and work during the event. VIII. Director’s Report - Jerry informed the board on new staff joining the team: Trameka Woods, Shaniece Payne and Virginia Jarrett. Jerry explained their positions and roles. Updates on West End Revitalization including a presentation to City Council and financial empowerment programs. Additional updates provided on the STEAM lab, Nature Lab CDBG funding, Board/City relationship and the need for additional space to accommodate growth. IX. Adjourned at 5:48 pm

Agenda

MISSION VISION The King Center inspires greatness in the Quad Cities A thriving, beloved community rooted in through community-building, education and service justice, equity and respect for one another VALUES Safety Inspiration Empowerment Community Integrity Justice We take care of each We dream big We see the best in others We know we are We keep our We remove barriers other better together promises to opportunity MLK Board of Directors Meeting Wednesday · Feb 19th · 5:00 – 6:00 pm AGENDA I. Call to Order/Introductions – Moses 5:00 – 5:05 pm Remote member attendance may be entertained by those members physically present on grounds of: (1) personal illness or disability; (2) employment purposes or the business of the public body; (3) a family or other emergency (4) "unexpected childcare obligation." Personal illness or disability Members may not attend remotely if absence is due to vacation or other trip. II. Public Comment – Moses 5:05 - 5:10 pm III. Approval of Minutes* – Moses 5:05 – 5:07 pm IV. Financial Report* - Jessica 5:07 – 5:15 pm V. Board Member Recruitment – Moses 5:15 – 5:20 pm VI. Overview of Open Meetings Act Requirements – Jerry 5:20 – 5:30 pm VII. 50th Anniversary Birthday Party Overview – Jerry 5:30 – 5:45 pm VIII. Director’s Report – Jerry 5:45 – 6:00 pm IX. Comments – All 6:00 – 6:10 pm X. Adjourn 6:10 pm * = Action items