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City Of Lansing
Memorial Review Board Minutes
July 11, 2007
The Meeting was called to order 5:31 PM
Members present William Hubbell (Chair), Maria Enriquez (Vice-Chair), John Kodeski-
(member), Shatina Clinton(member). Guests: Richard Leeper
Minutes of June meeting were approved.
Application of Richard Leeper to Name ballfield.
In honor and memory of JohnR Leeper (Aug 13th,1923- July 30th,2001)
Nicknamed Johnny Leeper, Richard's father was a minor league baseball player who
gave up his dreams of being in the Majors to serve in WWII. As a member of the
,armed forces Johnny played morale building games in Africa. After War Johnny went
into softball and won many trophies. Son mentioned several bars that supported his
father;(Parks Dept. to supply documentation) The form the memorial would take would
be a stainless Steel plate engraved "Leepers Field at Westside Park" a foot and a half
long and six inches high. (see enclosed application)
At the last meeting, the City Attorney suggested changing our quorum. So, it was
moved and passed unanimously to amend administrative rules to delete "or 50% of
those duly sworn In as members (whichever is greater)"
It was noted that David Keeney is resigning
It was noted that Michael McFadden has been reported to have Mayor's office ask him
what his intentions about membership are.
The internship discussion —The State Journal reported 125 interns were designated to
be assigned to Lansing, where are they?
A letter has been sent by the Board to Council for an intern. It was referred to General
Services Committee.
Walk of fame ceremony delayed until they contact live honoree. Nomination process
continues on internet.
There being no further business we adjourned at 6:15PM