The meeting commenced with the swearing-in of three elected board members: Belinda Chester, James Gentiel, and Kathleen Hank. Following their induction, the board proceeded to elect Jim Gentiel as its president. Gentiel expressed gratitude to fellow members for their confidence and commitment, stating his hope to serve the board effectively. Dr. Basher Blau was nominated and approved as the vice president, solidifying the leadership team for the upcoming term.

Further agenda items included the establishment of the board calendar and the adoption of parliamentary procedures via Robert’s rules of order. These procedural adoptions are standard in reorganization meetings and ensure the board’s operations align with established guidelines. The board also confirmed Susette Carman as an assistant representative to the negotiations committee, emphasizing the importance of ongoing dialogue and negotiation in the board’s activities.

The board moved to adopt bylaws, policies, assets, obligations, and contractual agreements for the year. The adoption of a statutory code of ethics was also approved.