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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES_06-07-2018 Minutes of the June 7,2018 Board Meeting T�u (Approved at the July 12,2018 Board Meeting.) �)i ((.,Mver w (c)rrn l ., Irirspir^ The June meeting of the Oshkosh Public Museum Board was held Thursday, June 7, 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 Jean Thierman, Secretary Randy Domer Jim Hoffman, President Barb Herzog, School Board President Carol Fenrich Becky Matzke,Vice President Stan Mack, Superintendent of Schools Gabriel Loiacono Joe Stephenson, Alternate Rick Rego With Mr. Domer excused, Mr. Hoffman appointed Ms. Drexler. With Ms. Fenrich excused, Mr. Hoffman appointed Mr. Stephenson. Also in attendance: Director Brad Larson, Auxiliary President Kathy Wuest, and Administrative Assistant Theresa Books recording the minutes. There were no citizen statements to the Board. Consent Agenda items included the following: A. Minutes of the May Board meeting B. June Bill List Ms. Matzke moved that the Consent Agenda be approved. Second by Ms. Thierman. The vote went as follows: In Favor: In Favor: Against: Ms. Drexler Ms. Matzke None Ms. Herzog Mr. Stephenson Mr. Hoffman Ms. Thierman Mr. Mack 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. Mr. Larson began his report with a summary of the exhibition, Replay. He noted that the Museum had high expectations related to attendance and income due to the inclusion of Lego®sculptures. Unfortunately, that did not materialize and there are no clear answers as to why. However, Mr. Minutes of the June 2018 Museum Board Meeting Oshkosh Public Museum■1331 Algoma Boulevard■Oshkosh,Wisconsin 54901 Page 1 of 3 Larson believes it was a combination of factors that included the exhibition name and the Museum's inability (by contract) to capitalize on marketing the Lego® pieces. Looking at a couple of the positive aspects of this exhibition, he reported the JEM grant enabled the Museum to significantly advance its brand and raise its overall profile throughout the region and beyond. Combined marketing efforts, led by Google and Facebook, reached an astounding 1.3 million impressions. This type of exposure is very hard to achieve today due to high cost, and people's exposure to an excess of information. Replay marketing created a level of name recognition beyond the community, and we think this will help the Museum during future projects and efforts. As an update regarding For Home & Country, Mr. Larson reported this exhibition is on track to open June 17. It presents a compelling storyline in an interactive manner that, among other features, utilizes community voices. With a maximum of $5,000 allocated for this exhibition the creative elements, story lines, and items from Museum collections are being brought together in an intriguing way. Also of note, the Museum developed a cooperative admission agreement with the Paine Art Center. Through this agreement, both institutions are offering reduced admission to those visiting both museums. A $2 savings per admission to the second museum visited. In conclusion, Mr. Larson was pleased to report that the Oshkosh Public Museum has been selected as a 2018 Award of Merit winner by the American Association of Museum's Leadership in History committee for People of the Waters. The Museum's nomination was selected through three levels of scrutiny (state, regional, national), and that reflects highly on the exhibitions content, design, interpretation and overall quality. The Museum will capitalize on this honor in many ways; for example, to illustrate our level of professionalism in future grant applications. The award will be formally conveyed on September 28. That concluded the Director's Report. On behalf of the Museum, President Hoffman expressed great appreciation to Mr. Stan Mack for his years of service on the Museum Board. Mr. Mack's consistency of support and ideas have played an important part of the Museum's progress through the years. Mr. Mack expressed his enjoyment of partnering the school district with the Museum and serving the Museum in this capacity. Mr. Hoffman then introduced the new Auxiliary president, Kathy Wuest. Kathy has been an Auxiliary member for many years and is now serving in the capacity of president. In conclusion, Mr. Hoffman introduced and welcomed new Alternate to the Board, Joseph "Joe' Stephenson. No Board member statements were submitted. Minutes of the June 2018 Museum Board Meeting Oshkosh Public Museum■1331 Algoma Boulevard■Oshkosh,Wisconsin 54901 Page 2 of 3 President Hoffman requested the World War One Commemoration Committee Report. Ms. Matzke began by reporting that the next meeting of the committee will be Monday, June 11, at the Museum. She noted that Mr. Loiacono is heading up the symposium to be held at the University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh, October 2 and 4. He is arranging speakers and events, including an event at the Museum the evening of Oct. 41h. Ms. Matzke reported that Mayor Cummings sent a letter to area churches asking them to ring their church bells Sunday, November 11, in recognition of the 1001h year anniversary of the end of World War One - Armistice (Veterans) Day, and has received a good response. In conclusion, she noted that Mr. Larson has several upcoming presentations relating to World War One. That concluded the committee report. Mr. Hoffman then requested that Ms. Wuest present the Auxiliary Report. Auxiliary President Kathy Wuest began reporting that the Auxiliary Board meet June 51h to vote for officers and she was elected President. She looks forward to attending Board meetings to stay informed and to keep the Board informed of Auxiliary happenings. The other officers are Vice- President - Ruth Davis; Secretary - Jane Hoffman; and Treasurer - Nancy Samida. Ms. Barb Shirtz, outgoing President, may continue to attend Board meetings in addition to Ms. Wuest. Other Auxiliary Board members include: Sue Eichman, Holly Eichman, Sharon Kempinger, Reitta Hendrickson, Mary Bayer. In conclusion, Ms. Wuest noted that the Gala Committee met and has not yet determined a date for the 2018 Gala. And Pie on the Lawn is set for July 19. That concluded the Auxiliary Report. With no other agenda items, Mr. Hoffman asked for a motion to adjourn. Mr. Mack so moved and Ms. Herzog seconded the motion. The vote was unanimous in favor and the motion was passed. The meeting adjourned at 4:20 p.m. Minutes of the June 2018 Museum Board Meeting Oshkosh Public Museum■1331 Algoma Boulevard■Oshkosh,Wisconsin 54901 Page 3 of 3