HomeMy WebLinkAboutBrooks May 2026 Mtg MinutesRegular Meeting
Board of Commissioners
Brooks Stadium Commission
May 7, 2026
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CALL TO ORDER
The Board of Commissioners of the Brooks Stadium Commission met for a special called
meeting on May 7, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. (Central Time) at the offices of the City of Paducah Parks
& Recreation Department, located at 2701 Park Avenue, Paducah, KY 42001.
ROLL CALL
Chairman Smith called the meeting to order at 12:00 p.m.
Upon the roll call, those answering present were
Jimmy Rex Smith
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Alex Blackwell
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Buzz Smith
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Greg McKeel
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Tab Brockman
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-2L-Josh Parker
Neel Carrol
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Phillip Hudson
Greg Cannon
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Eddie Jones
ESTABLISH QUORUM
President Smith declared a quorum to be present.
Attendees: Taylor Morsching.
REVIEW YEAR-TO-DATE FINANCIALS
A general discussion was held regarding the state of the financials. Commissioner Carrol stated
that overall the Commission had a strong financial year. Overall, the Bank account is in good shape
and accounts receivables are in a much better position than in previous years. Cash sits in a strong
position but expenses will be high the next two months during the Chiefs' season. Upon motion
made by Commissioner Brockman, and seconded by Commissioner Smith, the financial reports
were approved. The motion unanimously passed. President Smith declared the motion to be
carried, and the financial reports were approved.
MINUTES FOR COMMISSION MEETING MARCH 24, 2026
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Upon motion made by Commissioner McKeel and seconded by Commissioner Cannon the
previous meeting minutes were approved. The motion unanimously passed. President Smith
declared the motion to be carried, and the meeting minutes approved.
6. REPORT ON STATUS OF BROOKS STADIUM
A general discussion was held regarding the status of Brooks Stadium. The field remains in good
condition. Top -dressing of the infield will occur in August. Will continue working towards speaker
replacement and begin preparing for the turf project. Upon motion made by Commissioner Carrol
and seconded by Commissioner Smith the previous meeting minutes were approved. The motion
unanimously passed. President Smith declared the motion to be carried, and the meeting minutes
approved.
7. REPORT ON PADUCAH CHIEFS
Commissioner McKeel provided a report on the upcoming season. Commissioner McKeel
discussed the status of lining up host families, which is one of the most difficult challenges. Players
and host families are in place for the season. The bus company has bene retained. Commissioner
McKeel provided a breakdown on sponsorship opportunities.
Commissioner Cannon lead a discussion regarding game day activities and them nights.
8. NEW BUSINESS
No new business was discussed.
9. PRESIDENT'S REPORT
President Smith gave a general status report. Things are going well and heading in the right
direction.
10. ADJOURN
Being no further business, President Smith called for a motion to adjourn. Upon motion made by
Commissioner Brockman and second by Commissioner Cannon, a vote to adjourn was taken.
The motion unammousl passed. President Smith declared the motion to be carried and the
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Jim e m t , II, President Alex Blackwell, Secretary
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