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PENSION BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, November 3. 2016 — 9:00 A.M.
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by the Chairman, Darrel Presley. The following
members were present: Bill Erwin, Michael Taylor, and new Trustee, Chris Henry. Nigel Price
arrived at 10:00 a.m. The following service providers were also in attendance: Scott
Christiansen, Plan Counsel, Tom Donegan, Investment Consultant, Jana Hamilton, Investment
Manager, and Lynn Skinner from Salem Trust. Also present was Peter Staffiero, from the
Finance Department.
Chairman Presley took a few minutes to welcome Chris Henry, who was recently appointed by
the City Commission (replacing John Dovydaitis who resigned at the end of his last term). Chris
provided a brief background of his qualifications and thanked everyone for the opportunity to
serve his community.
Due to the resignation of former Vice -Chairman John Dovydaitis, a motion was made by Bill
Erwin to appoint Michael Taylor to the position of Vice -Chairman. Seconded by Chris Henry, the
motion carried unanimously.
2. Approval of Minute
A motion was made by Bill Erwin to approve the minutes from the regular meeting held on
August 4, 2016. Seconded by Michael Taylor, the motion carried unanimously.
3. ARRroyall of Disbursement Report
The Plan Administrator reviewed the new Disbursement Report layout with the Trustees. A
motion was then made by Michael Taylor to approve the disbursement report as presented.
Seconded by Bill Erwin, the motion carried unanimously. (Copy is attached for the record.)
4. Investment Manager's Repg
Jana Hamilton presented the Garcia Hamilton & Associates Investment Management report as
of September 30, 2016. Ending market value was $6,078,876.94.
S. Investment Consultant's Report — Dahab Associates
Tom Donegan reviewed the performance report as of September 30, 2016. Asset allocation for
the period: Large Cap Equities — 29.3%, Mid Cap Equities — 10.6%, Small Cap Equities —
10.1%, International Equity — 10.0%, Real Estate — 18.3%, Fixed Income — 19.4% and Cash —
2.1%. Total portfolio value was $41,984,658.
6. Custodian's Report
Lynn Skinner, from Salem Trust Company, handed out and reviewed a proposal from Globe Tax
Services. This agency provides tax reclamation services to custodial banks. As a result, the
Plan has an opportunity to recover taxes paid on overseas investments. Scott Christiansen
recommended that the Trustees accept this opportunity to claim additional funds for the Plan.
Following a brief discussion, a motion was made by Bill Erwin to proceed with a services
agreement. Seconded by Michael Taylor, the motion carried unanimously.
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7. Attorney's ReP4rt
Scott Christiansen began his report by updating the trustees on the two pending disability
cases. Carlena Dendekker's attorney has postponed the deposition for the IME doctor twice
now. He does not expect anything to happen with this case until after the New Year. They are
continuing their work on the disability application process and the collection of records for
Officer Tina Leman and expect to have her IME scheduled soon.
Scott continued his report to the Board under agenda items requiring his input.
8. Old Business
There was none.
9. New Business
(a) A motion was made by Bill Erwin to approve of the term/vested retirement for Ted Butler,
effective 10/01/16. Seconded by Chris Henry, the motion carried unanimously.
(b) The Plan Administrator presented and reviewed the Annual Expense Report for the FYE
09/30/16. Following a brief discussion, a motion was made by Michael Taylor to adopt the
report and to distribute it and post it as required. Seconded by Bill Erwin, the motion carded
unanimously.
(c) The Trustees reviewed and approved the 2017 meeting schedule.
(d) A motion was made by Michael Taylor to re -appoint Darrel Presley to another 4 -year term
as the V Member to the Board of Trustees. Seconded by Bill Erwin, the motion carried
unanimously.
10. Public Comments
There were none.
11. Next Meeting Date
The next regular meeting will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2017 at 10:30 a.m.
12. Adjournment
The meeting ended at 10:15 a.m.
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