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MINUTES Paris Municipal Band Commission A meeting of the members of the Paris Municipal Band Commission was held on Monday, March 17, 2003, at 12 noon, in the executive boardroom of the Lamar County Chamber of Commerce. PRESENT Albert Nichol James Brunette ABSENT Edmond Castleberry Also present was: Linda Suarez Randy Bunch Tom Neugent, Paris Municipal Band Director Terry Townsend, Director of Public Works, City of Paris Gene Anderson, Finance Director, City of Paris The meeting was called to order by Vice Chairman Randy Bunch in the absence of Chairman Edmond Castleberry. As the first order of business, the minutes from the previous meeting held on January 6, 2003, were unanimously approved as submitted on a motion by James Brunette, seconded by Albert Nichol. City Finance Director Gene Anderson outlined briefly the City of Paris' purchasing procedures. Mr. Anderson was very gracious in assuring the Commission that he will assist in reimbursing Band Director Tom Neugent for expenses within the Band Commission budget and provide a tax exemption certificate for use with purchases. Specific items discussed were new music, more chairs and instrument repair. On a motion by James Brunette, seconded by Albert Nichol, the Commission authorized the purchase of 26 more chairs to accommodate band members during performances. Terry Townsend will order the chairs from the same vendor used the last time chairs were ordered. Tom Neugent will also purchase no more than $1,000 worth of music to be used this upcoming season. Discussion was then held regarding the band director's taxes. Mr. Anderson stated that the City of Paris paid the social security taxes for the previous band director as he was considered as a part-time employee of the City. Upon his