Historical Commission Agenda and Packet 2011 09 21

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HistoricalCommission Minutes August 17, 2011 Page 2of 3 donation of a 1968 ledger showing names of members of the Methodist Church. 2.Questions regarding Museum Coordinator’s Report : The report was clear and there were no questions.Bridget added that Wayne Lee’s book is now at the Museumfor sale, shedistributedMuseum Passport Guides to museum sites in Boulder County. th 3.Planning for how to observe Museum’s 25anniversary (updates): a. The Brown Bag talk with Museum founders on Aug. 2 is completed. It was lively and interesting. b. Open Hours on Sept. 3, 2011. 1)Dave Ferguson, DonRoss, and possibly Pat Seaderwill be on site to discuss the 1930s era with visitors asatie-in to OnThe Same Page and The Worst Hard Time. 2)Diane Marino and Pat Seader will make pizzelles. c. Labor Day Parade Entry –Sept.5, 2011. Sean Moynihanreported that he has been unable to arrange for a vintage baseball theme, and needs to choose a different theme. It was decided that instead,he and any other Commissioners and families will participate with theLouisville Libraryentry with the theme ofthe 1930s. d. Banner for Museumexterior. Jennifer reported that the recommended size for the banner is 3’ x 8’ and that the cost to create it at FedEx is $215. At the last meeting,the Commissionhad hoped to get two banners for $150 and to carry one in the parade. Jennifer will contactEllen Laverdure at the Lafayette Libraryto see whether she can recommend a lower cost vendor. Beth will ask Karen Freiter to design the banner. The Commission approved $215 plus tax for the banner. Jennifer has a Louisville Permit form.Commission members approved wording for the banner, which will read, “Thanks, Louisville! For 25 years of support. Louisville Historical Museum, 1986 –2011.” e. Member reception –Friday, Sept. 16, 2011. This project is on track. Commission members signed up for tasks. The reception will be co-hosted by the Museum and Creative Framing,with Maggie Snyder signing her book at Creative Framing and Museum Founders available for discussion at the Museumcampus. D.Chairperson’s Report. Dan reminded the Commission members not to have discussions about Commission or Museum matters among two or more members outside of a posted, official meeting. Danreported that Diane Marino’s first walking tour went very well, with about 8 people attending. Dan also reported that Dustin Sagrillo sent in his resignation, stating that his personal commitments are making it impossible to also serve on the Historical Commission. The Commissionexpressed appreciation for Dustin’s service and particularly with his help on the Oral History program and accepted the resignation. Dan also reportedthat there has been a delay in exhibiting the curtainat the Museum as the Museum staff has been planning to do. It was noted that the Commissionhadvoted at the July meeting to spend up to $1000to pay a museum exhibits professional to hang it on a wall at the Museum in a safe and secure way.Commission members statedthat they would very much like to see the curtain exhibited at the Museum andexpressed a desire to haveinput into this process, being the advisory board for such matters. E.Commission Comments and Discussion Items for nextMeeting :Sally suggested beginning to discussways to fund a new Welcome Center and Archive for the campus. F.Close Advisory Board Meeting. VI.Meeting as Fundraising Board for the Historical Museum .