Final
Publications and Memorabilia
COMMITTEE ON
CAPITOL BUILDING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Votes:
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02:55 PM
Mr. Tammeus discussed the oversight of publications for which the committee is responsible. Mr. Tammeus showed the committee an updated Capitol brochure that was distributed at the tour desk to school children.
Mr. Kevin Scott, the brochure artist, showed the committee the changes that have been made in preparation for this printing and noted that there was room for additions. He said that the additional paper costs were minimal. There was a discussion of final editing to be overseen by Mr. Tammeus. Mr. Tammeus discussed the inventory of additional publications and memorabilia.
02:58 PM
Mr. Tammeus discussed recent interest in a holiday ornament to be sold at the Capitol tour guide desk. This would be done so as to be affordable for school children. Mr. Tammeus said that he had been contacted by the company that makes ornaments for the White House and the Texas statehouse. The company is willing to fund the prototype and production to be sold on consignment and would be willing to work with a member of the committee on the ornament. Initially the ornaments would be sold for $8 or $9.
Mr. Tammeus said that Ms. Edna Pelzmann, Tour Guide Coordinator, favors the project. Mr. Lee, Ms. Sill, and Ms. Contiguglia agreed to be on the committee to go forward on the ornament. Mr. Hite raised the issue of the need for a cash register at the tour guide desk. There was discussion of the issue of a cash register for the tour desk.
03:06 PM
Mr. Lombardi showed a paper weight of the mile high marker that was another candidate for sale at the tour desk. These would need to be purchased at a cost of $9.25 for 100 paper weights. It was decided that the same subcommittee may be able to go forward on consideration of both the ornament and paperweight.
03:10 PM
Ms. Sill continued the discussion of the need for a cash register. She voiced concern about the responsibility or liability of the committee if there were problems with the inventory or sales receipts. Mr. Tammeus and Mr. Hite provided some background on the issue. Mr. Hite asked that the subcommittee look into the issue of the cash register versus a cash box at the tour desk.
Mr. Scott indicated that he was willing to consult with the committee on displaying and marketing the products at the tour desk. He has also offered to help seek sponsors and private donations for the brochures in the future.
03:16 PM
There was additional discussion of a space for products. Ms. Contiguglia suggested a movable kiosk. Mr. Tammeus responded to questions regarding the storage of publications and memorabilia. The subcommittee will consider these issues in its discussions.