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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes OSHKOSH COMMITTEE ON AGING MINUTES APRIL 2, 2008 Present: , Corky AbrahamClaude Benedict, Dr. Jean Caudle, Jesse Fillmore, Ann Jungwirth, Kristi Knudsen, Jerry Konrad, Ruth McGinley, Joan Rogers, and Glenn Steinbrecher Excused: CorkyAbraham, and Jesse Fillmore Staff: Mark Ziemer, Director of Senior Services, and Vickie Rand, Office Assistant Guest: Harold Singstock Mark Ziemer called the meeting to order at 8:08 a.m. Motion by Caudle for Mark called for approval of the March 5, 2008 Meeting Minutes. approval of the March 5, 2008 meeting minutes as mailed. Seconded by Benedict. Unanimous. Motion Carried. CORRESPONDENCE Mark stated he had received a letter of resignation from Donna Altepeter. DIRECTOR’S REPORT: MARK ZIEMER Mark reported the following: ? Winnebago County 2008 Resource Guide is available at the Center ? A refund will be coming from Liturgical Publisher Inc., (our newsletter printer) from 2007 of approximately 1500.00. He also stated 2 new digital cameras were purchased and many more pictures will now be included in the newsletter. He also stated Emily Dieringer, intern working during Molly’s maternity leave, was currently doing the newsletter as she has a degree in Graphic Arts. ? The Friends are looking for sponsorships to support the Kids From Wisconsin performance booked for July 20th. The Board was asked to bring any contacts to either Mark or Linda for follow-up. ? He wanted to get into the Leadership Oshkosh program this year, but is hoping to be able to do that program next year. ? Reminded the Committee that if there was a Community Organization he could speak at or that he should attend to contact him. ? Noted that Judy Brewer would be going from full-time to part-time as the Activity Coordinator as of April 16. ? Volunteer Recognition is planned for May 20th from 4:30 – 6:30. COMMITTEE REPORTS CWAG Report: Dr. Caudle reported that at 8 p.m. that night there would be a program on Public TV titled “Caring for your Partner”. Ann Jungwirth stated she had attended the Statesmanship Program in Madison and learned a lot about Wisconsin leadership. She stated the will also be attending the CWAG District 3 meeting on April 21 at the Committee On Aging Minutes April 2, 2008 1 Thompson Committee Center in Appleton where Stan Gruzinski will be giving a motivational presentation. Senior Center Board Liaison Report : ClaudeBenedict stated it was reported at the OSC Board meeting that the Friends have given $30,000. Mr. Benedict stated Mark talked about hiring 2 more part-time employees. One Housekeeper for the North Facility and an additional Receptionist, mainly for the North Facility. He also reported on Emily doing the newsletter and that it was mentioned for her to work up a rendering of what a new “Wellness Center” might look like. Mr. Benedict also reported that along with the Board Responsibilities, it is expected for Board members to have a membership in the “Friends” organization as a means of support for the Center. Mark reported the Driving Safety Conference is scheduled for the morning of Wednesday, June 11th, to be held in the Willow Rooms. He stated Scott Nelson will give a presentation on roundabouts, and is working to lock in more speakers. He stated the Police and Sheriff’s Departments have been very cooperative. Mark also stated a Fair is being planned for September 20, from 8 until Noon having a wellness theme, including physical, mental and emotional health. Mark also noted that the Board has formed a Committee to look at the presence of Lutheran Social Services on the Seniors Center Campus. Joan Rogers stated she is interested in being on that Committee. Winnebago County Committee on Aging Report: Dr. Caudle noted the roundabouts in Neenah, reported on Omro Senior Center selling 1,000’s of rhubarb pies, and they have their own garden. She stated Pickett is looking for a leader and Fond du Lac is working on a Family Care program. Winnebago County Caregiver Coalition: Kristi Knudsen informed the Committee that Long Term Care Insurance can be purchased when people are in their 40’s and 50’s. She stated the Coalition was disappointed in the Aging Seminar given by Aurora, as invitations were not sent to the proper people/agencies. She stated it was packed with caregiver booths, and there is a great need for this venue. OLD BUSINESS Annual Awards: Mark encouraged members to pick up nominations forms for the various awards to be given out in May. He stated a mailing would be going out this week and asked for members to be on a committee to choose the winners. Dr. Caudle and Ann Jungwirth volunteered. Committee On Aging Minutes April 2, 2008 2 Master Plan Focus Groups: Mark stated he has met with Dick Krueger and Glenn Steinbrecher and are looking to form 20 focus groups. We will need leaders and volunteers to do phone call reminders for a 2 hour event where refreshments will be served. He stated most focus groups will meet on site and 6-10 will meet off campus. He stated they want to have a good mix of all age groups, not just seniors. He stated they will be developing questions soon using national trends as guidelines. 2008 Work Plan: Several ideas were brought up for 2008 programs. Mark asked for volunteers to review the plan and bring the recommendation back to the Committee at the next meeting. Ruth McGinley and Glen Steinbrecher volunteered. Mark will contact Corky Abraham as he has expressed past interest. NEW BUSINESS Discussion of Officers: Discussion ensued on the officers and the By-Laws. Consensus was to combine the revision of the By-Laws with the review of the Work Plan. The By- Laws to be sent to all members. Discussion of Term Limits: Consensus was to look at that during the review of the By- Laws. COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS/CONCERNS The need for new members was discussed. Mark stated Harold Singstock should be appointed by the Mayor in May and 2 additional members are still needed. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:52 a.m. Benedict/McGinley. Unanimous. Motion Carried. Respectively submitted, VICKIE RAND Office Assistant Oshkosh Seniors Center Committee On Aging Minutes April 2, 2008 3