Danbury Museum and Historical Society Authority Meeting Minutes
The Executive Director provided updates on recent and upcoming museum events, including the 4th of July celebration, the 250th anniversary programming, and the upcoming Swamp Field Social. The finance report highlighted the museum's financial status and raised concerns regarding the City's responsibility for maintenance, insurance, and audit costs associated with City-owned property, as well as the impact of redirected ARPA funds on the operating budget. Updates on social media performance and museum engagement statistics were shared. The board conducted an executive session and moved to deaccession specific probate records for transfer to appropriate recipients. Discussions also took place regarding the need for adequate Capital Improvement Program funding for historical structures.