Alaska State Fair BoardMinutes
President John Harkey called the meeting to order at 7:01pm. Present: directors Bruce Bush, Bonnie Quill, Charlie Willis, and Carol Kenley; members Larry Longenecker, Kirsten Mason; general manager Ray Ritari and recorder Donna Tate. Pete Probasco and John Erickson were present via teleconference.
Bush/Willis/MCU: To accept the June 12, 2008 regular meeting minutes and the consent agenda amended to include the July 8, 2008 Oktoberfest committee meeting minutes. The Oktoberfest minutes were corrected to read that Entertainment Coordinator will contact music personalities rather than Willis. Accounting Manager Kirsten Mason gave the financial report which showed total assets of $4,871,191.79, total current liabilities of $56,944.78, long-term liabilities of $525,371.33, and total equity of $4,288,875.68, as of June 30, 2008. Included in the assets was $839,710.69 in the general checking account. Mason also reported the month and year to date total income, expenses, and net income. The current checking account balance shows an increase over this time last year and the net income is in a better position.
General Manager’s Update Ritari’s report contained information regarding grounds improvements, recent and future interim events, cogeneration plant discussions with Hobbs, his appointment to the Palmer Economic Development Board of Director, and Department of Labor’s audit of our payroll system.
Board Activity Directors were requested to submit their invitation list for the Directors’ Reception. A decision is needed whether invitees should include candidates or incumbents only. Local public officials shall be invited as they have been in the past.
Directors agreed no board action necessary for General Manager to provide use of the Fair’s liquor license for an off-site event.
Jaime Rodriguez's concerns concerning the Flower Building remodel were addressed. Kris Young will become superintendent for flowers while Rodriguez takes a break. Young has previously been involved with the Fair for years.
Member Comment Longenecker said the maintenance department had purchased a tractor for mowing brush. He commended his crew for the improvements being made to the grounds.
Board Comments Directors complimented 2008 Fair brochure on its eye-catching appearance, Probasco appreciated ability to be a part of the meeting via teleconference, Bush said he is hearing positive comments about this year’s entertainment line up, Kenley complimented appearance of the Fair brochure, Quill always enjoys the brochure and appreciates the marketing efforts of the Fair and Harkey said he will write a note to the Governor concerning her commitment to attend the Fair.
Quill/Willis/MCU: Adjourn meeting at 8:05 pm. |