Minutes; Evansville Youth Center --April 2008

Evansville Youth Center Advisory Board
Meeting Minutes
April 17, 2008



Call to order by President Dave Rossmiller at 5:30pm
Roll call Present—Dave Rossmiller, Tina Rossmiller, Rob Savaske, Erin Savaske, Sandi Konkel, Tracy Schroeder (EYC Director) and Desh Moeller (YMCA of Northern Rock County)

Fundraiser planning—The board went over the options for food for 4th of July concessions. The pros and cons were weighed over what was done last year. Rob will make some inquiries on what he can get wholesale for the center. Discussion was held on the times to be open and what was requested last year. It was decided we would open early in the mornings to accommodate the baseball players. Tracy handed out the Duckie Derby tickets to sell. She pointed out the change in pricing and prize amounts. These changes were made in hopes of increasing sales. Discussion was held on parade options and ways to improve and streamline the time between selling tickets and the actual duck race.

Discussion was held on the Quacked fundraiser. Tracy will place ads in the paper. Dave and Rob will cut out the ducks.

Director’s report by Tracy Schroeder—March was a slower month due to spring break. The other times were as busy as usual. Wednesday pool tournaments have to be divided into two groups. This works well to separate the older and younger kids. The new system gives all the kids more a chance to play and win. Double points day was very popular. The kids help do things at the center and earn points toward a free lock in the summer. 17 kids participated in tie dye day and it has been requested to do it again this summer. The youth center did face painting at the Family Celebration Night. It was a very busy night and even though the event ended at 7:30pm, face painting did not end until 8:05 due to the demand!

Contract discussion--The board continued discussion on the new contract proposed by the City of Evansville.

Financials by Desh Sherman Moeller—Desh handed out the financials. The board did not see any items of discussion, except some extra revenue that came from the YMCA’s Tropical Fiesta. The budget is still on track for the year.
Adjournment by Dave Rossmiller at 7:00pm

THESE MINUTES ARE NOT OFFICIAL UNTIL APPROVED BY THE EYC ADVISORY BOARD AT THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING.