Sep 2, 2026Board meeting
Nebraska State Historical Society Board of Trustees Special Meeting
The meeting centered on a budget reduction briefing necessitated by the Governor's request for a 5% general fund reduction. Discussions covered the decline in general fund appropriations, increased reliance on cash funds, and specific cost-shifting or operational reduction strategies already implemented, such as freezing positions, reducing travel, and adjusting fees for services and admissions. Potential future strategies were also reviewed, including the potential transfer of historic sites, reduction in force considerations, and adjustments to membership dues. Additionally, the board discussed upcoming elections, legislative proposal requests, and the role of trustees as ambassadors.