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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes OSC Board 8-30-10Mark Ziemer Director, Senior Services CENTER OSHKOSH SENIORS CENTER BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING AUGUST 30, 2010 PRESENT: Bob Cornell, Barb Goldthwaite, Dennis Penney, Judy Smith, Donna Pipkorn, Don Wolter, Don Christman Rick Picard, Cindy Glatz , John Hauser, Anne Marie Kosek, Mark Ziemer, Guest Harold Singstock from COA EXCUSED: Ellen Hofeldt, Dale Sonnenberg, Judy Pierson STAFF: Mark Ziemer, Director of Senior Services; Mary Kay Rathe, Senior Connection Meeting brought to order by Bob Cornell. Correction for the July 26 minutes: Minutes were approved by Dennis Penney and Don Wolter. Bob requested clarification as to who was working with Dennis Penney on the OSC mission statement. Mark clarified that Judy Smith and Cindy Glatz agreed to work with Dennis. Bob Cornell questioned the accreditation time line. Mark said that the OSC accreditation was officially up at the end of this year. The process could begin as early as November 2010. He stated that the body of material already is in place from the previous accreditation, so reviewing and making updates will be an easy process for volunteer Advisory Board Members, Bob Cornell and Don Christman plus the staff. Accreditation could be postponed until January, if necessary. CORRESPONDENCE: None to report FACILITIES COMMITTEE: Don Wolter questioned the capital improvement list and asked about the progress on getting automatic doors on the West side of the South Building. Mark Ziemer reported that he has started the process through City Management and Finance. The issue of more handicapped parking was addressed. Mark Ziemer stated that Parking & Parks is planning improvement of city parking lots in the next 3 years. Regarding the renovation and expansion of the North Building, the plan is to hire an architect by the end of this year, with funding from the 307 Building Account and financial support from the Friends. If we are not asking for money from the City, we can go ahead, per Mark Rohloff. A discussion was held regarding the paperwork requirements to hire an architect. Mark Ziemer will discuss with Jon Urben. The question of the remaining dirt piles in the cold storage was discussed. Mark stated that we should have a plan first to show the city the need for the removal and a detailed plan for renovation. The committee discussed the Roof and HVAC at South Building and it's priority. • Parking improvement was discussed. Chris Strong from Transit Department_ informed Mark Ziemer that replacement of parking lots is 3 years out. • Carpet in the South Building is in need of replacement. Randy Losse has met with Dan Stadler and Jon Urben regarding types of flooring. • Chairs in the South Building Great Room are in need of cleaning. Also, replacement of armless chairs with armed, non - wheeled chairs would be safer for seniors. • Master Gardeners did a walk around the buildings with Mark Ziemer and Don Wolter to discuss landscaping improvements. Don has a meeting with Terri in September to formalize a plan including a plan of the patio at the South Building to get suggestions. FUND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE: • No report GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE: • Barb informed the committee that the No Smoking signs were in place. • Early September there will be a meeting to set Vision 2020 goals. • Bob Cornell is checking on getting the correct times of the meetings in the Northwestern Ann Marie Kosek expressed that the times listed in the OSC website are wrong. • Mark Ziemer and Rick Picard looked at the Planned Giving Program at their last meeting. Rick Penney stated that seniors are bombarded with solicitation for money. He suggested a non - direct "Civic Engagement" approach. This includes enlightening people on the benefits of planned gifting /giving. Mark suggested that we approach this idea of "What can you bring to the table ". • The September meeting for Governance is cancelled. COMMITTEE ON AGING: • Harold Singstock reported that Lurton Blassingame was asked to be the liaison to OSC Advisory Board. FRIENDS: • Donna reported that there are 677 Friends of the OSC. Anne Marie stated that this number has decreased for the last 2 years. She stated that a committee will be formed to address increasing membership after the Fall Family Fun Fest. • Friends gave $1,000 to help sponsor the October 5 2010 Senior Conference. The Friends will also have an exhibit table. • The Friends gift shop will close September 30 The remaining merchandise will be sold at the front desks, donated as Bingo prizes or sold at a silent auction. • $388.50 was received from a Noon Rotary Club. This money is a collection of membership fees donated by a Friend of the Center • Reminder of the Fall Family Fun Fest on September 12 from 11 -3. • Friend's By -laws need to be reviewed and discussed. A member of OSC Board should join the Friends Board. Bob Cornell agreed. • Anne Marie reported that money has been received in place of baking an item from some individuals. She handed out 4 books of raffle tickets to the Board. She also reported that the Friends Board had a resignation. She would like to bring the number up to 15 with an OSC Board member. She reported that an advisory board member does have the right to vote per the by -laws. DIRECTOR'S REPORT: • Mark is looking for committee members to be "key volunteers" at the 10/5/2010 Senior Conference. He stated that the Oshkosh Northwestern will be doing extensive advertising for the event. Mark thanked the Friends for their $1,000 sponsorship donation. There will be 28 breakout sessions and over 65 exhibitors at the conference. A local comedian and Bill Jartz will be attending. There will be food served for breakfast and lunch. • There will be an OSC 35 Anniversary recognition week at the Center the week of October 18 There is a special event night on the 21 Details will follow in the newsletter. • The volunteer recognition dinner was held August 9 The event was well received by those in attendance. • Mark has been asked to participate in a Life Study Program that encompasses Oshkosh, the Fox Cities and Green Bay. This is an opportunity to compare opportunities and deficiencies in each community, with the goal of working together. • Mark will be hosting a social work student from UWO for two semesters. Our current intern, Amanda is wrapping up her time here this week. • Mark expressed concern that there have been three situations recently that could have benefited from case management, such as they have at Senior Centers in Dane county. Mark will meet with Mark Weisensel from the ADRC to see if a partnership with the county is possible. OLD BUSINESS: NEW BUSINESS: • Cindy Glatz updated the committee on the Doll House fund raiser raffle. Prices for the tickets are 3 for $10 or 6 for $15. CONTINUING EDUCATION: • Mary Kay Rathe, Senior Connection, at the Oshkosh Senior Center gave information regarding her duties of Information and Assistance to seniors and their families. ADJOURNMENT: • Motion made to adjourn by Don Wolter, second by John Hauser, unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully Submitted Mary Kay Rathe Senior Connection