Highlights: December 13, 2023

• Closed Special Session: The recruiting process and retention of a recruiting firm was delegated to the Executive Committee. Committee will also finalize salary adjustments for GSOC employees. Review of the 2024 Financial Projections was led by Pat Warden. Communication budget is increasing slightly in 2024 in the hopes of establishing relationships with Twin Cities Road Crew, Twin Cities Transit, and other media organizations. Board approved 2024 financial projection as well as the establishment of restricted reserves for 2024-2025.
• Open Session: Tom Coffman of MnOps discussed stakeholder survey results. At length discussion of proposed legislation ended with a consensus that the board may provide additional comments to MnOps and/or issue a letter of support as the statutory proposal continues to be refined.