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Board of Directors of the Oshkosh Seniors Center
Meeting Minutes - Monday January 28, 2008
Present:
Toni Anand, Claude Benedict, Ellen Hofeldt, Joyce Ludwig, Donna Pipkorn, Judy
Troudt, John Vandenberg, Mona Walker and President Ralph Nielsen
Excused:
Esther Stegemann, Roger Westphal, and Don Wolter
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 November 26, 2007 Meeting Minutes.
for approval of the November 26, 2007 Meeting Minutes. Seconded by Troudt. Unanimous. Motion
carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
There was no correspondence at this time.
DIRECTORS REPORT: MARK ZIEMER
Mark asked the Board to let him know of any radio station that might be good to promote the Seniors
Center.
Mark stated during the last month he had spoken at the Women’s Division meeting, had met with Carlene
from the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation regarding endowment funds, and is involved with
Eldercare and the Work Coalition, which helps people with self identity, and is still working with the
Caregivers Coalition. Discussion followed regarding the Caregiver Coalition and how the Senior Center
is involved.
Mark also reported that the Coalition on Aging is putting together a half day seminar to educate seniors
about driving safety and round’abouts. He stated TRIAD and RSVP are also co-sponsoring the event.
Mark reported he has taken a tour of the Safety Building and has put the Seniors Center name on Kitchen
Equipment that could possibly be used in the North Facility once the renovation is complete.
Mark also stated he would like to develop programs that will recognize veteran’s on important dates such
as Memorial Day and Veteran’s Day.
Discussion followed on ways to promote the Seniors Center (i.e. parades and company mailings)
Mark stated he had an anonymous visit from someone who told him the endowment fund will double
when they pass on.
COMMITTEEREPORTS
Fund Development Committee:
Toni Anandreported they discussed who could help raise funds and
having an open house to showcase the Center is being considered.
Governance Committee:
Mona Walker read the minutes of the December 17, 2007 and January 8, 2008
meeting. Projects included recruiting and orientation of new members, an evaluation process and ongoing
board education/training.
Oshkosh Senior Center Board Meeting Minutes - 1 - January 28, 2008
COMMITTEE ON AGING REPORT
Claude Benedict reported on a half day conference being worked on which would include the Police
Dept., the Fire Dept., etc., with exhibits.
FRIENDS REPORT:
Toni Anand stated their Annual Meeting had been held and new Board members were voted in who are
Tom Spanbauer with Betty Litjen as an alternate.
Toni stated membership statistics are still being worked on. She reported information has been put in the
Senior Doings Newsletter for membership renewal. Discussion followed on the benefits of membership.
Donna Pipkorn stated the Kids From Wisconsin will be back in town for a July 20th performance and
sponsorships are being sought.
OLD BUSINESS
Review Board of Director’s Responsibilities:
Ellen Hofeldt stated she felt there were too many
responsibilities listed which would discourage people from getting involved. Mark instructed Ellen to
bring him revisions to consider.
Mark reviewed the handout with the Board. I.D. badges identifying Board members was requested.
Mark noted there was a vacancy on the Board and the Governance Committee has discussed that
candidates with a financial background are needed to compliment the work the Board is doing. Ellen
asked Board members who knew of anyone with those qualifications who would be interested to contact
Mark with that information.
Mark noted that three Board Members terms would be expiring in May.
NEW BUSINESS
President Nielsen questioned who would be covering for Molly during her maternity leave. Mark stated a
UW-Oshkosh student would be covering for Molly during that time.
Joyce Ludwig questioned if there were brochures of the Seniors Center that could be handed out at special
events. Mark stated a 3-fold brochure is been worked on by an intern with a Graphic Arts Degree.
2008 WORK PLAN REVIEW
Mark reviewed the Work Plan for 2008 with the Board. Discussion followed regarding the number of
participants frequenting the Center.
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 2:28p.m. (Benedict/Walker). Unanimous.
Motion Carried.
Respectfully Submitted,
VICKIE L. RAND
Office Assistant
Oshkosh Seniors Center
Oshkosh Senior Center Board Meeting Minutes - 2 - January 28, 2008