DATE: March 11, 2005
The regular meeting of the Sauk County Arts, Humanities and Historic Preservation Committee was called to order and certification of Open Meeting compliance was given at 4:00 p.m. by Art Carlson.
Members present: Arthur Carlson, Rose White, Judy Ashford, Henry Netzinger, Carol Sorg, Lola Huber, Peter Tollaksen
Others present: Kathy Schauf, Bonnie Lueck, Paul Wolter, Nancy Jo Dillman, Jack Ferver, William Wenzel
The agenda was approved on a motion by Tollaksen, second by Netzinger, and an unanimous vote of the Committee. The minutes of the prior meeting were approved as amended on a motion by Huber, second by White, and an unanimous vote of the Committee.
Public Appearances / Public Comment
None
Communications:
A "Day Trip" column will be presented for submission to Portalwisconsin.org.
Business Items:
Discussion and consideration of grant awards.
Motion by Ashford, second by Tollaksen to approve the grant awards as recommended by the panelists. Motion carried.
Consideration of panelist recognition.
The panelists provided expert advice to the grant process through their careful evaluation and consideration of the applications. The committee commends them on their dedication. Motion by Netzinger, second by Tollaksen to commend panelists on a job well done and approve the payment of mileage reimbursement. Motion carried.
Consideration of membership in Arts Wisconsin ($100).
The committee discussed the benefits of membership. Motion by Carlson, second by White to continue participation in Arts Wisconsin. Motion carried.
Consideration of membership in Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions ($40).
The committee discussed the benefits of membership. Motion by Sorg, second by Ashford to continue participation in the Wisconsin Association of Historic Preservation Commissions. Motion carried.
Discussion and consideration of Intensive Survey (Peter Shrake).
Paul Wolter presented information on the differences between an inventory and an intensive survey. Discussion on this issue will continue next month. We will consult with Geoffrey Gyrisco and Lance Gurney in regards to the collection of this information. P. Wolter indicated that the project would be useful in creating a base from which efforts at historic preservation could be launched.
Discussion and consideration of Historic Preservation Month Activities.
C. Sorg, J. Ashford, P. Shrake, and K. Schauf met to discuss viable alternatives. An update of the meeting was given regarding the plans for the celebration of Historic Preservation Month with a photo contest.
Discussion and consideration of Humanities Speakers.
C. Sorg, J. Ashford, P. Shrake, and K. Schauf met to discuss viable alternatives. The selected speakers Bruce Burnside, "Tonight at the Opera House"; and Geoffrey Gyrisco, "The Wisconsin Dairy Barn: The Factory in the Country" have confirmed that they are available for September and June respectively. Details on these events will be forthcoming.
Discussion and consideration of archiving and inventory of Historic Courthouse.
Details for this venture will be worked out with the County Clerk. Motion by Carlson, second by Sorg to approve the planning for the archiving project. Motion carried.
Discussion and consideration of a resolution supporting the Great Circus Parade.
The committee noted that the Great Circus Parade provides an excellent venue for highlighting the cultural and natural beauty assets of Sauk County. Motion by Tollaksen, second by Netzinger to approve the resolution supporting the Great Circus Parade and forwarding it to the County Board for consideration. Motion carried.
Consideration and approval of Annual Report for 2004.
Motion by Ashford, second by Huber to approve the Annual Report for 2004. Motion carried.
Updates:
Artist Registry - No new applications to consider.
County Courthouse - The subcommittee reported on current events being planned.
Motion by Tollaksen, second by Netzinger to approve the payment of vouchers in the amount of $140.00. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned on a motion by Tollaksen, seconded by Netzinger, with an unanimous committee vote. Next meeting date was set for 4:00 p.m. On April 08, 2005, in room 213 of the West Square Building.
Respectfully submitted
Judy Ashford, Secretary