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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-14-2010 DEPOT MINUTES ` �' Caldwell Friends of the Depot Apri114, 2010 Caldwell Train Depot _ _ __ _ 6:30 PM ,,,��P o�r���� ' � Minutes � �� The meeting was called to order by Garianne Goslin at 6:35 p.m. Members Present: Rudy Lotz, Barbara Lotz, Dave Wilson, Garianne Goslin, Marvin Dennis, Ed & Ina Adler, Barbara Sayler, and Debbie Geyer. Agenda Approval: �VIOVED/D. Geyer, SECONDED byB. Lotz to approve the agenda as presented. Motion approved. Past Minutes: MOVED/D. Geyer, SECONDED by/I. Adler to approve the minutes of November 10, 2010 and March 10, 2011 as presented. Motion approved. Finance Report: Debbie Geyer reported that the balance as per the General Ledger Trial Balance Detail is $5,739.56. This report includes the cost for the new rug and a deposit from the Interpretive Center money bag of $31.02. MOVEDB. Lotz, SECONDED by/B. Sayler to approve the financial report as presented by Ms. Geyer. Motion approved. Old Business: Projects: June 4 & November 5` Craft Fair: Barbara Lotz confirmed that she is organizing the craft fair at the Depot. Donations will be accepted as before. June 24 Friday Night Express: This event will take on a new emphasis — there will only be one event and it will serve as the "Summer Kick-OfP' concert for a new event, "Movies for a Cause". These will occur every two weeks, each benefiting a local non-profit. The FOD needs to staffthe Interpretive Center that evening and the Train Club was invited to bring their layouts for display. August 6' Locks of Love/Meals on Wheels Flea Market: Diana Register had previously agreed to u�idertake this event. Her participation remains unclear at this point because of her employment change and other commitments. Membership/Volunteers: Garianne Goslin reported that she was developing a list of community groups to approach about assisting the FOD in the Interpretive Center and other needed areas. Members are asked to contribute to the list with contact names, numbers and meeting dates. Debbie Geyer will place an ad in the Press Tribune looking for volunteers. Publicity Ideas: July 4 Parade: Working in line with the Locks of Love event, the group would like to participate in the July 4` Parade in order to promote the August event. Members were asked to volunteer to assist with the idea. Dinner Theater: The idea was introduced to work with the college or a theatrical group to organize a Dinner Theater at the Depot. The FOD would again support a cause and the members could defray � , , , '' c$sts by serving the meal. It was suggested that this event occur in the Fall or Winter but to be mindful of the football schedule as this could affect attendance. Rudy Lotz stated that he might ha�e an idea or two for sponsors. Grant Funding: There was no additional information except that a check was expected soon. New Business: Security Issues: Garianne Goslin opened the floor to discussion on security for the building stating that there was very little security and that damage continues to done to the railing outside the Depot. It was suggested that the FOD look into different options including motion lights, alarms and cameras. The FOD will work with the City to see what is available. Interpretive Center Expansion: The idea to have "ledges" installed in the Interpretive Center to display additional items was presented. Members thought it would be a good idea to have half-mannequins displaying period apparel and other items such as hats. Other ideas included railroad lanterns, bikes, and wooden toys. The FOD could also add a Velcro board to the door and include a"What Is It" worksheet far visitors to identify items on display. FOD Outing: Rudi Lotz will look into an outing in September or October. Members suggested Thunder Mountain Line or a day trip to Sumpter. The ideas will be looked into. Other Items for Discussion: Depot Usage: Debbie Geyer passed out calendars for Depot Usage through September 2011 so that FOD members would be aware of everything that is going on. Barbara Lotz and Barbara Sayler agreed to check the supplies and inventory far the Interpretive Center and will let Debbie Geyer know what is needed for reorder. FYI to the group: May 7` is National Train Day. Adjournment: MOTION/R. Lotz, SECONDED/B. Lotz to adjourn the meeting at 7:SOPM. Respectfully submitted, Garianne Goslin President Next Meeting: Thursday, May 12' @ 6:30PM in the Train Depot.