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Director's Report - Jim Hess, Director
There were no questions on the Board Report.
Lake Vista Cafe: The penalty clause of the contract was exercised because the project is so far behind schedule. The contractor appealed the $60,000 amount to the Board of Public Works who awarded the contract, and the amount was lessened to $20,000. It was a good compromise that covered Monona Terrace costs, prevented a lawsuit, and assured completion of the project.
City of Madison Bumping Process: Monona Terrace took creative steps to absorb four employees who were laid off from the Overture Center: a Clerk Typist (unfrozen position), a cleaner (half-time, unfrozen position), an A/V trainee and an Operations worker. It was a win-win situation, as the Mayor wanted to stop the bumping process as soon as possible, Monona Terrace got four quality employees, and ended up with only one position being bumped (third shift Operations Worker).
Managers Strategic Planning Retreat: The retreat was held at the Overture Center in December. The retreat consisted primarily of updating Monona Terrace strategic planning, and teambuilding.
Team Development Day: This function will be held on January 26. Planned activities include:
- strategic plan updates
- employee satisfaction survey
- Community Relations Department will be showcased, and members of that department will lead some activities
Other updates included:
- Congratulations to the GMCVB for achieving their 2008 revenue goal for the second year in a row with totals of $753,955 in rent revenues, and $1.5 million in total revenue for Monona Terrace.
- The Event Assistance Fund has been increased by $100,000, an amount that will assist the GMCVB secure additional future business through reduced room rentals.
- The Monona Terrace Sales Team was congratulated for exceeding 2008 revenue goals, achieving a level of 112%.