The Rock Port Tourism Board met Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. at Rock Port City Hall.  Members present were Holly Huntley, Jody VanSickle, Mike Farmer, Angela Mace, Denton Melvin, and Tami Lansdown.  Members absent were Chris Shimmel, Billy Thomas, and Malisa Linthicum.  Also present were Park Board President Lisa Farmer and Alderwoman Lavon Paukert.
Chairman Denton Melvin called the meeting to order.
Jody VanSickle moved to approve the meeting agenda.  Mike Farmer seconded.  All votes aye.
Park Board President Lisa Farmer thanked the tourism board for sponsoring the Movie Night in the Park.  75 people attended the event.  The Park Board plans to show a movie in the fall of 2017.
Jody VanSickle moved to approve the June 6, 2017, meeting minutes.  Mike Farmer seconded.  All votes aye.
Angela Mace moved to order a timer for the Firework Fun Color Run.  Mike Farmer seconded.  All votes aye.
Angela will purchase the timer and submit the receipt for reimbursement.
The Firework Fun Color Run will begin at 7:00 a.m. on July 4th.  Entry cost is as follows:
Prior to July 4th:
Adults (13 & up) – $20
Kids (12 & under) – $10
Children riding in strollers – Free
Race Day:
Adults (13 & up) – $25
Kids (12 & under) – $10
Children riding in strollers – Free
Adult entry cost includes a t-shirt.  Child entry cost includes a pair of sunglasses.  Mike will make the t-shirts.
Holly reported that the 4th of July Co-ed Volleyball Tournament will begin at 8:00 a.m. and will include 5 teams.  Denton will move bleachers to both sides.  Members will bring coolers.  Hot dogs, burgers and buns will be provided.  The special event permit for the 4th of July Co-ed Volleyball tournament was approved by the Board of Aldermen.
Angela Mace moved to purchase koozies for the volleyball tournament.  Tami Lansdown seconded.  Mike Farmer abstained.  All remaining votes aye.
Mike Farmer moved to approve the purchase of a new electrical outlet for the park.  Angela Mace seconded.  All votes aye.
Chris Shimmel will have inflatables and food set up at the park.  The Lions Club will have a booth.  Other possible events were discussed.  Denton will check with other organizations about booths.
Mike Farmer moved to set the next meeting for Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.  Angela Mace seconded.  All votes aye.
Mike Farmer moved to adjourn.  Jody VanSickle seconded.  All votes aye.