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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes Board of Directors of the Oshkosh Seniors Center Meeting Minutes - Monday February 26, 2007 Present: A.J. Anand, Toni Anand, Claude Benedict, Mary Luepke, Esther Stegemann, John Vandenberg, Jean Zimmerman, and President Ralph Nielsen Staff: Sue Kreibich, Aging Services Manager; and Vickie Rand, Office Assistant Excused : Phyllis Hill, Ellen Hofeldt, Wm. McCarthy, Donna Pipkorn, Leon Thompson, Judy Troudt, Mona Walker, and Don Wolter President Nielsen called the meeting to order at 1:00 P.M. President Nielsen called for approval of the January 8 & 9, 2007 Meeting Minutes. Corrections Motion by were noted regarding the meeting date and Mr. Benedict being in attendance. Benedict for approval of the January 8 & 9 minutes with corrections. Seconded by Stegemann, Motion carried. Unanimous. Motion by President Nielsen called for the approval of the November 27, 2006 meeting minutes. Benedict for approval of the November 27, 2006 minutes as distributed. Seconded by Ms. Anand. Motion carried. Unanimous. DIRECTORS REPORT Mrs. Kreibich discussed the new MySeniorCenter program, training and when the system would be up and running. She asked if any Board members wanted to be included in the training that would take place over the phone. Mr. Nielsen, Mr. Benedict, and Mr. Vandenberg stated they would like to be included in the training. Mrs. Kreibich stated notices would be sent out regarding the date and time. Mrs. Kreibich reported the Center participant computer program will not accept further donations until the volunteers are able to deal with the overabundance of equipment in their possession. Mrs. Kreibich reported that 74 applications have been received for the Director of Senior Services position and have been narrowed down to 6 candidates, with some having senior center experience. She stated she would be involved in the interview process and that the City is hoping to have a new Director in place around April 15. Mr. Benedict questioned the cold storage renovation. Mrs. Kreibich gave an overview of the planning process. Mrs. Kreibich handed out a Center Users Report for 2006 at this time and noted that 3974 unduplicated people utilized the Center in 2006, with 894 of those being non-residents. She noted that participation at the Fox Fitness Center is increasing and the average user age is lower than in past years. She also shared that work is being done to enhance customer service at the Main Facility. Oshkosh Senior Center Board Meeting - 1 - February 26, 2007 Discussion continued regarding the piano concert held in February and the new piano that was a result of that event. The Dial-a-Ride program was discussed as well as the free bus service to and from the Center. Mrs. Kreibich also reported that the Senior Connections position provided 23 hours a week in 2006 and will be 16 hours a week for 2007. She stated the Center would receive a check each month to make up the difference. COMMITTEE REPORTS Co-chair Ms. Luepke reported that the Program Committee met to review current programs and also reported that Ginny Rice has stated that although participation at the dances has been down she is working on getting that back on track with bringing back popular bands. Ms. Stegemann reported the Publicity Committee should be meeting again soon. Ms. Anand added they have met as needed. Discussion followed regarding the newsletter with overall positive comments. Corrections were noted for the next issue. OLD BUSINESS President Nielsen suggested holding the discussion of the committee structure, purpose and composition at the next meeting as time was getting short today. NEW BUSINESS President Nielsen questioned whose term would be up this year on the Board. It appeared one member would already have served their second term and 6 others had the option for renewal. Mrs. Kreibich instructed the Board members to consider asking for renewal and that this needs to be discussed at the next meeting with renewal appointments in June. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 2:15 p.m. (Toni Anand/Claude Benedict). Unanimous. Respectfully Submitted, Vickie L. Rand Office Assistant Oshkosh Seniors Center Oshkosh Senior Center Board Meeting - 2 - February 26, 2007