The meeting was called to order by President, Jessica Weisz at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present
Jessica Weisz, Norborne FPD; Sheri Berendzen, Cole County FPD; Joni Fields, Paris RFPD; Carissa Thompson, Holts Summit PFD; Missy Erdel, Little Dixie FPD; Debbie Meyers, Concordia FD;
FINANCIAL REPORT
Theresa Cox was unable to attend so no report was given.
MINUTES
The minutes were reviewed and accepted. Sheri Berendzen made a motion to accept the minutes, seconded by Carissa Thompson, and the motion passed.
MEMBERSHIP
Sheri Berendzen reported we currently have 109 paid, and 13 honorary, for a total of 122 members, with 28 departments.
CONTEST
Sheri Berendzen reported that there was nothing new to report.
FIRE PREVENTION POSTERS CONTEST
Andrew Caldwell, Boles, is the new poster contest chairman. The 2024 theme is Cooking Safety Begins with You.
MEMORIAL SERVICE
This year’s Memorial Services will be held in Kingdom City on Saturday, October 7, at 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, October 8, at 10:30 a.m.
New Business
It was discussed next year we will be voting on new officers at the convention. Our bylaws indicate the past three (3) presidents are responsible for submitting a slate of officers. Currently, we do not have three past presidents to complete this task. Joni Fields will review the bylaws and present any changes to be considered at the December meeting.
Lake Ozark is the potential host of the 2024 FFAM Convention. More info will be coming.
The February 2024 meeting is being moved from February 4 to February 11 due to Winter Fire School.
The next meeting is scheduled for December 3 at 9:00 a.m. in Sedalia, MO.
Missy Erdel made a motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Joni Fields, motion passed. The meeting adjourned at 9:50 a.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Sheri Berendzen, 2nd Vice President
FFAM
