HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-08-31 KCVB MinutesKenai Convention Visitor Bureau
Kenai, AK
Thursday, August 31, 2006, 5:30 p.m.
Alexandra M. Lindgren, Presiding
A. CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL:
Roll call was taken at 5:45 p.m. and the following members were:
Present: Alexandra M Lindgren; Fred Braun; Ron Malston; Sharon Brower;
Diana Lofstedt; Marion Nelson; Robin West
Absent: David Edwards Smith; Robert Fulton; Jacquie Steckel
Visitors: Mya Renken
B. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion: Fred moved to approve the agenda with the addition of New Business
New Board members, Ron seconded the motion.
Action: Passed unanimously
C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion: Fred moved to approve the minutes, Ron seconded the motion.
Action: Passed unanimously.
D. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
None
E. REPORT OF THE MAYOR:
Discussion: Explanation of why it had been added, removed from the agenda.
F. FINANCIAL REPORT:
Discussion: Ron Malston, Secretary/Treasurer reported on the meeting earlier
that morning with Fred, Mya and Linda Dunn, KCVB's bookkeeper. Fred
recommended that Linda sit in on budget discussions with the Board because of
her thorough knowledge. Sasha inquired about expenses for collection care and
restoration. The Board was informed about the discussion of Unrelated Business
Income Tax which could be associated with changes in retail.
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Working relationship between KCVB and Patrons of KVCC
Motion: Robin moved to accept the Memorandum of Understanding with
changes as discussed; Marion seconded the motion.
Discussion: The City needs to have a accessioning and de- accessioning policy.
Action: Motion passed unanimously
Old Town Bingo representative
Motion: Fred moved to appoint Jacquie; motion was withdrawn.
Discussion: Maybe add new members and wait to see if any new board member
is willing to serve in this capacity.
Action: Tabled until next meeting by Ron.
H. NEW BUSINESS
Review
A. KEDS Tourism Industry Goals
Discussion: Don't see any major changes in direction. Add strategy about
collaborating with other groups on specific projects.
B. Kenai Visitors and Cultural Center Management Contract
Discussion: Discuss contract with City Manger.
ConocoPhillips Grant
Motion: Brower moved to adopt budget for 2007 summer art exhibit as
proposed; West called the question
Action: Motion passed unanimously.
New Board Members
Motion: Marion moved to appoint Ray Ortiz to the Board of Directors
Discussion: Send an e- bulletin to membership looking for new board and
committee members including Saturday Market person, someone from Kenai
Landing, Rev. John Walters,
Action: Motion passed unanimously
H. REPORTS:
Arts Committee
Discussion: Marion Nelson reported on August 23, 2006 meeting. Discussion
about pre publicity for the show and about the curator and his knowledge of local
artists and how curated shows work.
Executive Director
The report was presented in writing.
I. BOARD COMMENTS
Sasha- Thank you to Mya and Natasha for the Savoonga Drummers event
Robin- Lived in Savoonga 26 years ago for three months and brought back good
memories.
Sharon- The drummers and dancers were really pleased with their reception.
We need to start planning for the quarterly meeting with Chamber Board of
Directors.
NEXT MEETING SET FOR September 25, 2006 at 5:30 p.m.
ADJOURNED at 7:35 p.m.
Approved by unanimous vote on, 2006