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2omnzittEE dclfrott of tu2E . z,zs.0InnEL aid 9inanaa eo mittEE of ti2E BE12U £?ommo z Council In response to a question from Council Member Puzzello, Ms. Strycker noted that most teens are not in danger when coming to Safe Stations and Safe Places however their staff is prepared if a situation would occur. She noted that there are many children who are moving from hone to home. They have had 900 contacts this year. They are working on having information translated into Spanish. Council Member Dieter inquired about Weed& Seed interaction and Ms. Strycker stated that they work in partnership centers and that she is on the Board of Weed & Seed. It was also noted that tennis was the only organized sports activity this past year. In response to a question from Council Member Kuspa, Ms. Strycker stated that she requested$80,000 of assistance for next year, and that they do alot of fund raising activities and use alot of volunteers. Council Member Pfeifer asked about health challenges of the youth. Ms. Strycker stated that they work with Aids Ministries. A physical exam at the Indiana Health Center on Western can be used. Dental health is a huge issue for those under 18 years of age. Council Member Kelly stated that this is a tough job which Ms. Strycker and her organization do very well. Studebaker National Museum Fund# 101-0409 $247,842 The Committee then heard a presentation from the Executive Director of the Studebaker National Museum Rebecca J. Bonham who provided a copy of her August 28, 2004 letter to the Mayor(copy attached). John Farrell, Treasurer,was also present. Ms. Bonham stated that they are cataloging and making an inventory of the collection before it is moved. This year they have 100 new members and fund raising has raised $11,000. They have had 176 motor coach groups and four (4) special exhibits. Challenges include the boiler and utility bills. The museum will be down for part of 2005 in order to pack and move to their new facilities. John Farrell stated that the building came in $200,000 less than projected, with October 1, 2005 being the projected move-in date. The Studebaker National Museum is working with the Center for History. They have a federal grant to house the archives of $900,000 however it has a $225,000 local match requirement. In response to a question from Dr. Varner,Ms. Bonham stated that they are looking at the Street Drivers Club who have "come around" and are asking them to honor their original commitment of$750,000. Personnel and Finance Committee Meeting of September 1,2004 Page 4