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GRAND OPERA HOUSE ADVISORY BOARD
M I N U T E S
November 17th, 2008
ROXY SUPPER CLUB, 571 N. MAIN STREET
Present: Barbara Baier, Jennifer Bugni-Walsh, Mary Louise Lewis, Diane Lowe, Marvin
Mengeling, Braxton Patterson, Marilyn Haberkorn, Marilyn Rogge, GOH Executive
Director Joe Ferlo, Purchasing Agent/Facilities Maintenance Don LaFontaine, Director of
Administrative Services John Fitzpatrick and Director of Media Services Jon Urben.
CALL TO ORDER:
Chair Rogge called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M.
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 15, 2008 MEETING:
It was motioned by Lewis, seconded by Lowe, that the minutes be approved as presented.
Motion carried unanimously.
OLD BUSINESS: Progress/Update on Sprinkler System project
Mr. LaFontaine summarized that the initial estimate to install a sprinkler system within
the Grand Opera House was approximately $237,000. He noted City Manager Rohloff
had place a request in the 2009 CIP budget for $137,000 towards the sprinkler system
with the expectation that the remaining $100,000 necessary for the project would perhaps
be raised from matching funds or donations from the GOH Foundation or other sources.
LaFontaine noted that the City is still waiting for a second estimate from the sprinkler
contractor to confirm the initial quote. Mr. Ferlo thanked City Manager Rohloff for
placing the $137K into the 2009 CIP program. He noted however that he felt it would be
problematic for the GOH Foundation to raise additional dollars towards the balance of
the project costs. Ferlo summarized that once complete, the Grand Lounge amenities
would include capacity for 186 persons, additional restrooms and a full-service bar. He
noted the Lounge would be caterer-friendly and would be available for rental for various
events and activities. It was noted the sprinkler system project would have more
direction in the coming weeks once the Common Council approved the GOH CIP budget
request.
NEW BUSINESS: ANNUAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Chair Rogge then asked for nominations for President and Vice-President. Nominations
were presented for Marilyn Rogge as President and Mary Louise Lewis as Vice-
President. It was motioned by Lowe, seconded by Mengeling, that the nominations be
approved as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
Chair Rogge then presented a special recognition to Purchasing Agent/Facilities
Maintenance Director Don LaFontaine, set to retire on December 23, 2008 after 30+
years of service to the City of Oshkosh. On behalf of the GOH Advisory Board, Chair
Rogge thanked LaFontaine for his outstanding service and efforts while participating on
the GOH Board. Mr. LaFontaine thanked the group for their recognition and noted he
also appreciated all of the members’ efforts and enthusiasm in serving on the GOH
Advisory Board. He noted he felt the GOH was a “real gem in the community” and
should be preserved appropriately. He noted he wished the board members all the best in
the future.
Their being no other business it was moved by Haberkorn, seconded by Lowe, that the
GOH Advisory Board adjourn at 7:28 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jon Urben, Acting Secretary