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Board of Directors of the Oshkosh Seniors Center
Meeting Minutes - Monday October 29, 2007
Present:
Toni Anand, Claude Benedict, Ellen Hofeldt, Joyce Ludwig, Donna Pipkorn, Judy
Troudt, John Vandenberg, Mona Walker, Roger Westphal, Don Wolter, and President
Ralph Nielsen
Excused:
Mary Luepke and Esther Stegemann
Staff:
Mark Ziemer, Director of Senior Services; and Vickie Rand, Office Assistant
President Nielsen called the meeting to order at 1:00 P.M.
Motion by Benedict
President Nielsen called for approval of the September 24, 2007 Meeting Minutes.
for approval of the September 24, 2007 minutes as distributed. Seconded by Anand. Motion
carried. Unanimous.
CORRESPONDENCE
There was no correspondence at this time.
DIRECTORS REPORT: MARK ZIEMER
Mark reported on the Center budget for 2008 and passed around a matrix of anticipated revenues and
expenditures. Discussion followed on staff changes, grants, and fees for 2008. Mark stated he would be
holding a Director’s forum at several different time slots to discuss fees and the programs offered at the
Center.
Mark also stated he has been meeting with Ann Jungwirth and Dr. Caudle regarding the Commission of
Wisconsin Aging Group, District #3, which includes the area from Appleton south to Fond du Lac, and
stated they would be more active in the advocacy for issues facing older adults.
Mark also reported that he would be meeting with a representative from the Stevens Point Caregivers
Coalition to advocate for legislation to for older adults.
President Nielsen questioned the MySeniorCenter Program, and in particular the resident/nonresident fees
collected. Mark stated progress has been made, however, we are looking for an upgrade for the program
to be able to track the resident and nonresident fees more accurately. He also stated there are issues with
the privacy for the health program. President Nielsen stated he would like to see a report by the end of the
year from the MySeniorCenter program.
COMMITTEEREPORTS
Constitution Committee Report:
Ellen Hofeldt explained that the motion to change the operational year
of the OSC Board to coincide with the Committee on Aging and the Friends operational year would need
to be rescinded because the Committee On Aging operates from June through May in accordance with the
appointment of members by the Common Council taking place in May.
Motion by Ellen Hofeldt to rescind the motion for theBoard of Directors to change the operational
year to the calendar year to coincide with OSC and the Friends operational year as stated in the
Constitution. Seconded by Wolter. Unanimous.
Reading of the modifications of Article VI of the Constitution:
Ellen Hofeldt read the changes made to
Article VI of the Constitution.
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Reading of the remaining revised constitution:
Ellen Hofeldt read the remaining revised constitution
with changes made where appropriate.
FRIENDS REPORT:
Donna Pipkorn stated the membership drive for 2008 was in progress. She also stated OCAT cards were
currently for sale.
Donna also reported an idea has come forth for a new fundraiser, a Packer/Bears Game Tailgate Party,
which will be revisited for the 2008 season.
Donna also noted the changes being made in the gift shop to include a more variety of merchandise and to
possibly move the location of the shop.
Claude Benedict questioned what became of the Cameo Shop. Donna stated they had to close as the rent
had been raised and they were no longer able to make a profit.
OLD BUSINESS
Review Board of Directors Responsibilities:
This was tabled due to the length of this meeting.
December Social with the Friends Board:
Mona Walker questioned why the Friends have offered to
pay for the Social and not take care of the arrangements. Consensus was to cancel a December Social and
plan and a get together with the Friends and the Committee on Aging regarding the Master Plan.
New Member:
Mark recommended on waiting for the constitution to be adopted and approved by the
Committee on Aging before the appointment of a new member takes place.
NEW BUSINESS
Scan in as Volunteer when attending a Board Meeting:
President Nielsen reminded the Board to scan
their I.D. card in the MySeniorCenter program when attending meetings.
Flu Clinic:
Joyce Ludwig stated she was suggesting the Center as a site for a flu clinic hosted by the
VNA on behalf of Esther Stegemann. President Nielsen felt there were enough flu sites in the community
without including the Center as a site for the VNA nurses.
Senior Doings Newsletter:
Roger Westphal complimented the staff on the improvements made in the
newsletter.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 2:48 p.m. (Benedict/Troudt). Unanimous.
Respectfully Submitted,
VICKIE L. RAND
Office Assistant
Oshkosh Seniors Center
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