Sherri Fluaitte

The 2019-2022 Strategic Plan for The REACH Museum focuses on developing and amplifying its capabilities to serve audiences as a premier educational and cultural destination. Key strategic pillars include Program Development, Community Engagement, Financial Independence, Sustainable Operations, and Facility Use. The plan aims to strengthen the museum's ability to inspire learning, foster partnerships, diversify revenue, ensure operational sustainability, and optimize facility usage.

The meeting included discussions and updates on several key areas. There was a report on a meeting with the Children's Museum, updates on state legislation regarding tax rebates, and the development of a database for Washington State Public Facilities Districts. The Executive Director shared highlights from the February report, including financial performance and upcoming events like Earth Day. A new membership campaign was discussed, along with website and social media statistics. Reports were given on the Finance and Transition Committees, and plans for a strategic planning retreat in June were discussed. Fundraising progress for the Hanford Reach 25th Anniversary Celebration was also reported.

The meeting included updates from the City Council and Reach Foundation liaisons, with the latter reporting on fundraising efforts. The President's report outlined priorities such as understanding cash flow, refinancing bonds, developing a communications plan, upgrading grounds and signage, establishing relationships with partners, and initiating conversations with the city for future upgrades. The Executive Director shared highlights, including museum engagement, partnerships with federal agencies, infrastructure updates, staffing challenges, and financial performance. The finance committee discussed the bond refinancing process, and the board reviewed a draft strategic plan and a letter of engagement for ACTF. An executive session was held to review the Executive Director's contract renewal.

The meeting included discussions and reports from various committees and liaisons, including updates from the City Council and the Reach Foundation. The President's Report covered topics such as a meeting with the Deputy City Manager, strategic planning initiatives, and the 15-year extension on the sales tax rebate. The Executive Director's Report highlighted the success of Earth Day, funding received from the Benton County PFD, and updates on arts programming and exhibit repairs. The board approved the ballot measure fee and a debt service transfer to address budget requirements. Other business included the Richland PFD Strategic Planning Retreat and the Hanford Reach 25th Anniversary Celebration.