Minutes: Case Validation Task Force: August 25, 2009

CASE VALIDATION TASK FORCE
Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 7:00 p.m.
Union Bank & Trust Meeting Room

Minutes

Present: Chair Chris Eager, Betsy Ahner, Lori Allen, Thea Brunsell, Mary Calley, Toni Coats, John Decker, Ron DeKelver, Gordon Franklin, Nicole Hamby, Phil Hamilton, Bill Hartje, Carla Heimerl, Rose Helms, Fred Juergens, Jim Kopecky, Dan Laux, Tim Magee, Kolleen Onsrud, John Peterson, Gene Prudhon, Janis Ringhand, Sverre Roang, David Ross, Sherri Savchuk, Wally Shannon, Audrey Shomos, Diane Skinner, Gil Skinner, John Willoughby, Phil Woodworth, Richard Woulfe, Doug Zweizig, Consultant Kurt Saterbak. Absent: Barb Andrew, Matt Brown, Steve Hagen, Dan Janes, Michelle Sturz.

1. Call to order

Chair Chris Eager opened the meeting at 7:00 p.m.

2. Introductions

Chair Chris Eager welcomed all participants and thanked them for being present, Chris asked everyone to keep an open mind and enjoy the process. Chris introduced Kurt Saterbak, consultant to the Friends of the Evansville Community & Senior Center.

3. Project Overview

Kurt Saterbak gave a general review of the current and proposed activities at the Center. A 4 minute video of amenities in the proposed center was viewed – woodworking shop, game room, craft room, community room, sitting/living room, with mention of existing programs – lunches, foot clinics, health fair, new opportunities abound. What can we be?

4. Campaign Process and Timeline – moved to follow Brainstorming.

5. Brainstorming Session
Basic elements for a vital small community –

1. Transportation
2. Shopping
3. Products & Services
4. Community Center
5. Education
6. Diversity
7. Open Environment
8. Economic Growth & Development
9. Vision
10. Good Chamber
11. Cooperation & Support
12. Health Care
13. Clean & Healthy City
14. Exercise Opportunities
15. Pride
16. Support For Youth
17. Safety Net
18. Investment In People & City
19. Good Neighbors
20. Political Balance
21. Communication Centers
22. Engaged Citizenry
23. Quality Infrastructure
24. Affordability For Citizens
25. Security In The Environment
26. Quality Libraries
27. Work Opportunities
28. Unique Attractions
29. Churches
30. Recreations/Parks
31. Public Safety
32. The Arts
33. Government
34. Public Works
35. Businesses
36. Banks
37. Historical Perspective
38. Child Care
39. Trust
40. Charities
41. Service Clubs
42. Volunteers
43. Variety Of Housing
44. Preservation Of Natural Beauty
45. Good Food
46. Healthy Food
47. Traditions
48. Civic Programs
49. Place To Have Civic & Town Hall Meetings
50. Education For Pet Care And Less Traditional Educational Needs
51. Job Center
52. Commercial Center
53. Entertainment

How would a community and senior center reflect the values of Evansville –

1. Faith In Selves
2. Caring Community
3. Networking
4. Face-Face Meetings & Connections
5. Care About Seniors
6. Caring Community In General
7. Put Our Money Where Our Mouth Is
8. Show Community Identity
9. Opportunity To Share Talents
10. Maintain New Friendships
11. Provide Services
12. Community Center Could Provide Space For A Lot Of #1 Questions
13. Exhibit Space For Art
14. Pride In Community
15. Ability To Share Resources – Tools Like Woodchucks Tools
16. Place To Promote
17. Celebrate & Encourage Volunteerism
18. Lifelong Learning
19. Have Fun
20. Venue For Celebrations
21. Promote Exercise & Health
22. Inclusionary
23. Local
24. Reflect Sense Of History
25. Investment
26. Circle Of Life
27. Attract And Retain People
28. Sense Of Belonging
29. Sense Of Place
30. Drawing Greater Community Into City



How will/could the new facility be used –

1. Meeting Space
2. Variety Of Events
3. Create Revenue
4. Networking
5. Blood Drives
6. Voting
7. Technology
8. Entertainment
9. Classes
10. Art Exhibits
11. Base For Field Trips
12. Travel Clubs
13. Partnerships With Schools
14. Mentorship Programs
15. Food Panty & Shelter
16. After School Events For Scouts
17. Multi Age Activities
18. Organized Activities For Kids During Non-School Time
19. Community Open-House/Expo
20. Accessible For Large Gatherings
21. Free Up Other Facilities
22. Politicians
23. Sports Lessons
24. Movie Nights
25. Emergency Location
26. Gardening
27. Swimming
28. Parties
29. Woodworking
30. 12 Hour Per Day Activities
31. Fundraiser Events
32. Specialized Library For Clientele
33. Good Use For Real Estate Parcel
34. Township Meeting
35. Concerts



How will this new Community & Senior Center facility benefit Evansville –

1. Additional Meeting Space & Classrooms
2. Space For Celebrations
3. Elicit A Sense Of Community
4. Keep People In Town
5. Location
6. Bring In Revenue
7. Enliven Downtown
8. Improve The Neighborhood
9. Cultural Programming
10. Sense Of Community/Pride
11. Market For Larger Groups In The Surrounding Area
12. Marketable To Families
13. Prevent Sprawl
14. Improve Economic Development; Attract New Community Members
15. Connection Between Generations
16. Accessible To All Ages
17. Supplies A Need For Seniors Who Are A Vital Part Of Our Community
18. Bring Seniors To Our Community
19. Cocktails Available
20. Air Conditioned
21. Handicap Access
22. Catering Kitchen
23. Draw People To Live Here
24. Central Meeting Place
25. Provide Educational Opportunities
26. Strengthen Community Ties
27. Good Way To Promote City



What questions do you still have about this project –

1. Can Alcohol Be Used, Served Or Sold
2. Who Will Run Facility – Board/Director/Etc.
3. How Will Positions Be Funded
4. What Is The Funding Stream For Entire Facility
5. Are Current Plans Too Much Or Too Little To Meet Needs Of Community
6. What Is The Mission And/Or Vision
7. What Is Distinction Between Senior & Community
8. Does Current Site Allow For Expansion
9. How Would Programming And Events Coordinate With Other Community Facilities Or Compete With Them
10. Timeline
11. Operations & Maintenance
12. Liability And Insurance
13. Security Inside And Outside Facility
14. Neighborhood Improvements
15. Is It In The Flood Plain
16. How Would Transportation Be Managed
17. Will Taxes Go Up
18. Will They Go Down
19. Employment Opportunities
20. Percent Of Pledges Needed To Start Project
21. Who Is Going To Pay For It And How Will It Be Paid For
22. Is It Feasible
23. Do We Have A Plan B
24. Is It Necessary
25. Parking
26. Role Of City
27. Other Sources Of Income - Such As Grants
28. Foundations
29. Government Programs
30. Is It Big Enough
31. Timing Of Project With Today’s Economic Conditions
32. Will Pledges Be A One Time Gift Or Over Time
33. Can We Get A Swimming Pool

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4. Campaign Process and Timeline

Chris asked everyone to introduce themselves to their table mates as we skipped that process at the beginning of the meeting. We will meet again next week to finish the remaining questions in the brainstorming process, Monday, August 31, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. at UB&T meeting room.


Adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

Next meeting – Monday, August 31, 2009, 7:00 p.m., Union Bank & Trust