The Keizer Volunteer Coordinating Committee voted to forward three incumbents — Tanya Hamilton, Mike Pallone and Gwen Carr — to Keizer City Council for reappointment to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board with terms ending Dec. 31, 2028.

Each incumbent spoke briefly about their time on the board and priorities. Hamilton said she was active in walking and community‑garden work and called Country Glen and Bob Newton among the parks she frequents; she told the committee she wants to be “the voice for our neighbors” and pledged to continue working on accessibility and maintenance.

Mike Pallone described his background in emergency services volunteering and mental‑health work and said accessibility and inclusive play features remain priorities; he noted plans to discuss moving playground equipment in Country Glen farther from the road to improve safety. Gwen Carr, who said she has visited all 19 municipal parks since moving to Keizer, cited Claggett Creek and the Little League park as local focal points and said she supported continued investment in park amenities.

Why it matters: Committee members praised the advisory board’s volunteer hours and described parks upgrades — some already completed and some planned — that affect neighborhoods citywide. Members discussed maintenance needs for Country Glen and the popularity of Keizer Rapids Park and Little League fields; no capital funding decisions were made at the meeting.

Formal action: The committee closed nominations, moved and seconded a slate recommending Hamilton, Pallone and Carr, and approved the recommendation by voice vote. The chair said the council will receive the nominations for final action at a future meeting.

Next steps and follow-up: Committee members and the council liaison suggested staff continue to track playground maintenance needs, accessibility improvements and budget implications for future capital cycles. Members also discussed outreach to local service groups (for example, Rotary) and grant opportunities to support helmet and youth-safety programs.

No contested votes were recorded; the committee noted its appreciation for volunteers’ time and service.