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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03. Public Museum Minutes Minutes of the February 1, 2018 Board Meeting MUseUM (Approved at the March 1,2018 Board Meeting.) The February meeting of the Oshkosh Public Museum Board was held Thursday, February 1,2018, in the Lecture Room of the Oshkosh Public Museum. President Hoffman called the meeting to order at 4:00 pm. The roll was taken by Ms. Books. Present: Present: Excused: Connie Drexler, Alternate Becky Matzke,Vice President Randy Domer Carol Fenrich Rick Rego MariBeth Theusch,Alternate Jim Hoffman, President Stan Mack, Superintendent of Schools Barb Herzog, School Board Vice Gabriel Loiacono John Dinegan, Leadership Oshkosh President Jean Thierman, Secretary Also in attendance: Director Brad Larson, Auxiliary President Barbara Shirtz, City Manager Mark Rohloff, City Finance Director Trena Larson, City Attorney Lynn Lorenson, Museum Staff Karla Szekeres, Daniel Fiser, Anna Cannizzo, Debra Daubert, and Administrative Assistant Theresa Books recording the minutes. Mr. Larson introduced Associated Bank Senior Vice President & Portfolio Manager Mike Hochholtzer,who presented a review of the Durow Trust investments of 2017. Discussion followed on the current return on investments, and investing the Trust to comply with State Statues 66.0603. Mr. Larson was directed to meet with appropriate City department heads regarding investments, and to make the Durow Trust an agenda item for the March Board meeting. There were no citizen statements to the Board. Consent Agenda items included the following: A. Minutes of the January Board meeting B. February Bill List Mr. Mack moved that the Consent Agenda be approved. Second by Mr. Rego. The vote went as follows: In Favor: In Favor: Against: Ms. Drexler Mr. Mack None Ms. Fenrich Ms. Matzke Mr. Hoffman Rick Rego Mr. Loiacono Ms. Thierman The vote was unanimous in favor and the Consent Agenda items were passed. Mr. Hoffman requested that Mr. Larson present the monthly Director's Report. Minutes of the February 2018 Museum Board Meeting Oshkosh Public Museum■1331 Algoma Boulevard■Oshkosh,Wisconsin 54901 Page 1 of 3 Mr. Larson began his report updating the Board on the schedule for the concept plan which Split Rock Studios (SRS)is preparing. SRS is currently working on revisions to the plan and a WebEx is scheduled for February 22 to review the next version. The February review is decisive because it must incorporate all requested changes, and the Museum exhibit team must be thorough. There is a second and final review scheduled for March 27. At this finishing review, any minor changes suggested in February will be shown. By March, the time for major alterations or presenting new ideas has passed and would not be considered part of the current SRS contract.If everything moves along as anticipated, the conceptual design would be presented at the April 5 Board meeting. Next,Mr. Larson informed the Board about an annual Leadership Award Program of the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH). Through this rigorous program, museum projects are reviewed and assessed by a state, regional, and national committee of museum professionals. Nominations from across the nation that exemplify the best work are considered for various award categories. As mentioned in a weekly memo, the Museum has received two previous awards. Mr. Larson was contacted by AASLH and encouraged to submit a nomination. For many years Mr. Larson served as the Wisconsin state chair and is therefore aware of what the committees look for. He believes People of the Waters merits consideration. Mr. Larson noted that he is currently working on the nomination narrative and supporting materials. The final determination should be known by summer. In conclusion,Mr. Larson reported that the kitchen project was delayed due to other priorities,but now staff is able to focus on this project once again. A wall has been repaired and sections replaced where required, new electrical service run, and the new cabinets have been built and varnished. The walls will be painted and the floor laid, and then everything put back together. This will be a fine, new kitchen that will serve the Museum for many years to come. Mr. Larson was pleased to report that the Auxiliary graciously donated funds for a new refrigerator. That concluded the Director's Report. President Hoffman also expressed appreciation to the Auxiliary for purchasing the refrigerator for the Museum kitchen. Board Member Gabe Loiacono was pleased to report that the World War One Standee Project is getting good attention. Fox 11 News did a segment of interviews with University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh students and staff. Mr. Hoffman then requested that Ms. Shirtz present the Auxiliary Report. Minutes of the February 2018 Museum Board Meeting Oshkosh Public Museum■1331 Algoma Boulevard■Oshkosh,Wisconsin 54901 Page 2 of 3 Auxiliary President Barb Shirtz began her report expressing that the Auxiliary is very happy to give the funds toward a new refrigerator. The Auxiliary will be making a decision on what to do with the remaining Gala profit, when they know how much is remaining after that purchase. She requests Museum staff let her know when to return the Auxiliary dishes to the new cupboards. In conclusion, Primo's has been booked for the May Auxiliary Luncheon. That concluded the Auxiliary Report. With no other agenda items Mr. Hoffman asked for a motion to adjourn. Ms. Matzke so moved and Ms. Thierman seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor and the motion was passed. The meeting adjourned at 4:55 p.m. Minutes of the February 2018 Museum Board Meeting Oshkosh Public Museum■1331 Algoma Boulevard■Oshkosh,Wisconsin 54901 Page 3 of 3