President David Saad called the meeting to order by roll call vote at 4:00pm

MOTION MADE: Peter Hoogerzeil
SECOND BY: Doreen Taylor
VOTED: DS: Yes, MD Yes, JSM Yes, PH Yes DT Yes

GENERAL BUSINESS:

A. Studio Management Report-Executive Director Kevin Vidinha
Topics discussed: Server Installation, Senior Center Equipment, TV9 Seekonk Promo

(Report copy attached w/details)

B. Address Discrimination Complaint Filed- Deborah Hoch and Kristen Montgomery David Saad
Hard copy of each complaint filed attached.

David Saad explained that he met with Eric Brainsky of Brainsky & Levinson Law Firm regarding said complaint. David Saad further suggested that this firm be retained to submit a response to the complaint on behalf of TV9.

Jeffrey Starr Mararian inquired about their hourly rate.
David Saad responded with $350 per hour.

MOTION MADE: Doreen Taylor to retain Brainsky & Levinsion Law Firm for the purpose of responding to the complaint filed by Deborah Hoch and Kristen Montgomery, however, not to exceed $1000 in expenses without further review by the Board.

SECOND BY: Peter Hoogerzeil
VOTED: DS: Yes, MD Yes, JSM Yes, PH Yes DT Yes

C. New Programming Ideas David Saad
David Saad made suggestions for (2) new shows to consider.

1. TV9 News – a general platform of Seekonk news for the community.
   This would require hiring a part-time individual to cover all town meetings and provide updates on them, the actions taken by boards & committees, event announcements and other town announcements.
   
   Doreen Taylor suggests writing a job description that will outline responsibilities and pay scale.
   
   Peter Hoogerzeil stated that this position would report to Kevin Vidinha and he would have oversight. Kevin will collect applications, conduct interviews and make his recommendation to the BOD for a vote to hire. Michael Dressler suggested doing this on a test basis to see how well it will be received. Further discussion will be conducted later.
   
   
2. A Game Show for Graduates – Format like Jeopardy or a game similar to it whereby students would be asked questions relative to US History, the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. Each contestant would earn points towards a TV9 Scholarship.
   
   David Saad said he would prepare an outline of both shows for the next scheduled meeting.

D. Financial Report Michael Dressler
Reports – attached – further Michael Dressler explained that payments for bills have been submitted as of September 14, 2023 in the total amount of $22,775.70.

MOTION MADE: Jeffrey Starr Mararian to accept as presented.
SECOND BY: Peter Hoogerzeil
VOTED: DS: Yes, MD Yes, JSM Yes, PH Yes DT Yes

MEETING MINUTES:

A. Review/Approve Meeting Minutes dated 8/21/23.

MOTION MADE: Peter Hoogerzeil to accept as presented.
SECOND BY: Jeffrey Starr Mararian
VOTED: DS: Yes, MD Yes, JSM Yes, PH Yes DT Yes

UNFINISHED BUSINESS:

A. By-Law Draft Review/Comment/Amend Andrea Rosseter, Volunteer
First read through of the By-Laws section by section presented. Short of minimal changes to language, sections, typographical matters as such it was agreed to review for a second time at the next scheduled meeting and consider a vote.

All Board Members commented on the excellent presentation and phenomenal efforts of Andrea Rosseter with thanks.

SCHEDULED MEETINGS: Monday, October 2, 2023, 4:00pm

DIRECTORS COMMENTS/REMARKS:

Jeffrey Starr Mararian asked David Saad if there had been any further commentary relative to the TV9 turnover. David Saad responded with no.
Jeffrey Starr Mararian asked David Saad about sound proofing the studio.
David Saad responded asking Jeffrey to find a vendor and research associated costs.
-page 3- 580 Arcade Avenue, Seekonk, MA 02771

Meeting Date: Monday, September 18, 2023

The Board had further discussion about possibly holding a Special Meeting for Members to review and vote on the revised By-Laws. It had been suggested to hold that meeting on October 17, 2023. Further discussion to be had at the next scheduled meeting.

DIRECTORS VOTE TO ADJOURN:

MOTION MADE: Jeffrey Starr Mararian to adjourn.
SECOND BY: Doreen Taylor
VOTE: DS: Yes, MD: Yes, JSM: Yes, PH: Yes, DT: Yes

Approved Date:

Respectfully submitted by:
Doreen Taylor, Clerk