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TOURISM DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION –3/3/26 Mtg (Meets the first Tuesday of the month at 10AM) Page 1 of 2 TOURISM DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Agenda Monday, March 3rd, 2026–10:00AM Government Center Room 204 Microsoft Teams Virtual Link Meeting ID: 289 482 201 030 40 Passcode: 3R7gw6zk Dial-in option: +1 872-242-8028 ID: 756 407 561# MISSION STATEMENT:“The Superior Tourism Commission will develop, market, and promote Superior as a destination for visitors to stay and enjoy our natural landscape, culture, arts, parks, and businesses.” COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Lindsey Graskey (Chair), Ruth Ludwig (Vice-Chair), Marquise Slay, Jenice Meyer, Natalie Chin, Bridgit Maruska 1 ROLL CALL 2 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 Tourism Development Commission (Meeting held February 3rd, 2026) 3 NEW BUSINESS 3.1 Film Incentive Presentation – Shari Marshik 3.2 Film Incentive Revision 4 OLD BUSINESS 4.1 Richard I Bong Veterans and Historical Center Contract 4.2 Tourism Coordinator Update 5 RECURRING BUSINESS 5.1 Financials 5.2 Report from the Chair 5.3 Confirm Next Meeting Time (April 7th, 2026 @ 10AM) 6 ADJOURNMENT Notice is hereby given that a majority of the members of the Common Council may be present at the meeting, and although this may constitute a quorum of the Common Council, the Council will not take any action at this meeting. ********************************************************************************************* Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if you are in need of an accommodation to participate in the public meeting process, please call (715) 395-7200 by 4:30 p.m. on the day prior to the scheduled meeting date (OR dial 711 for Telecommunications Relay Service). The City will attempt to accommodate any request depending on the amount of notice received. ********************************************************************************************* TOURISM DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION –3/3/26 Mtg (Meets the first Tuesday of the month at 10AM) Page 2 of 2 In compliance with Wisconsin Open Meetings Law, this agenda was posted on 2/27/2026 at the following locations: Superior Government Center, Douglas County Courthouse, Superior Public Library, and online at https://www.ci.superior.wi.us/agendacenter. It was also emailed the Superior Telegram. St. Louis County, Minnesota Page 1 of 5 FILM PRODUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM St. Louis County, MN GUIDELINES Film Production Incentive Program St. Louis County, Minnesota Form 9000 Rev. 12-2024 St. Louis County offers financial assistance in the form of a film production rebate to eligible applicants. Please review the following guidelines for eligibility, requirements, and application process . Description Program Goal To encourage the creation of film , television, and digital media content production in St. Louis County and to foster the local organic growth of the production industry talent and workforce . Program Overview Provide payments in the form of rebates to producers of : films, television, episode content, and/or commercials that are produced in St. Louis County, Minnesota . Program Location St. Louis County, Minnesota Financial Assistance Financial assistance is in the form of a r ebate where certified and approved applicants and projects receive cash back per program guidelines on eligible expenses. Who Can Apply Applicants must be a corporation, limited liability company or partnership where the partners are a corporation and/or LLC, or limited partnership formed in the U.S. and in good standing at the time of application . Agencies may not apply. Consult with a tax advisor regarding tax implications of expense reimbursement. Eligibility Categories (Production and Post Production ) Eligible Categories Ineligible Categories • Film • Television • Episode Content • Commercial s • News, current events, public programming, or programs that include weather or market reports • Talk shows • A sports event or sports activity • Production with respect to a questionnaire or contest • Gala presentation or awards show • Finished production that solicits funds • Home shopping programming • Local or regional television programming • Political issue/advocacy ads or content • Projects featuring candidates currently running for political office • Adult entertainment, pornography, or similar content • Branded content • Video games • One-time productions related to a national event being held (e.g. a sporting or national political event) • Production for which the Production Company is required under United States Code Title 18, section 2257, to maintain records with respect to a performer portrayed in a single -media or multimedia program • Any project deemed to potentially bring controversy to St. Louis County County and/or Program Administrator reserves the sole right to determine eligibility and ineligibility . Budget Requirements Qualified m inimum St. Louis County spend per project is $10,000 (equals $2,500 rebate) . County and/or Program Administrator reserves the sole right to determine final funding eligibility and amount. 30 Days Prior to Principal Start Date Applicant must provide proof of funding that shows 100% of St. Louis County projected spend is secured (signed bank letter and statement, completion bond, valid contract, or equivalent). This proof is required 30 days prior to principal start date or post-production start date if post -production project only . If the application is processed within 30 days of principal photography, the applicant must provide proof at the time of application. Reimbursement Amount Up to 25% of production and post -production costs for qualifying projects subject to funding availability . St. Louis County, Minnesota Page 2 of 5 FILM PRODUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM St. Louis County, MN GUIDELINES Film Production Incentive Program St. Louis County, Minnesota Form 9000 Rev. 12-2024 Eligible Production Expenditures (for Reimbursement) Including but not limited to: • Lodging and transportation expenditures in St. Louis County (including rentals and mileage – not to exceed federal U.S. General Services Administration and Internal Revenue Service guidelines – must submit mileage log, parking, fuel for generators and rental vehicles only. • Personnel, crew, and production personnel from St. Louis County labor force (including fringe benefits). • Legal fees paid to St. Louis County law firms relating to production contracts (e.g., labor contracts, licensing rights, etc. are allowed) . • Per diem and lodging allowances are reimbursable to all paid personnel, both St. Louis County resident and non-resident, but only while working in St. Louis County . If paid in cash, payee’s signature is required. Allowances per U.S. General Services Administration Per Diem rates for local area. • Payroll processing fees paid to a St. Louis County payroll company . • Sets, props and wardrobe including set construction, materials, purchases and rentals (including box rentals) paid to a St. Louis County company. • Production office rental (short term only) in St. Louis County, production office equipment rental and production office supplies paid to a St. Louis County company • Studio/soundstage rental paid to a St. Louis County company. • Equipment rental including camera, grip, lighting and expendables paid to a St. Louis County company. • Digital media and storage devices and related processing including film transfer and dailies paid to a St. Louis County company. • Food and catering expenses including craft service, working meals and crew meals paid to a St. Louis County company. Alcoholic beverages are not eligible for reimbursement. Itemized receipts are required. • Location expenses including location and permit fees paid to a St. Louis County location. • Editing and related post -production expenses, including legal fees relating to post -production (e.g., labor contracts, licensing of music, etc.) paid to a St. Louis County company. • Other direct costs of producing or post -production work paid to a St. Louis County company. A St. Louis County company is defined as a permanent establishment that is located and conducts business in St. Louis County and files MN tax returns with a St. Louis County address . A St Louis County resident is defined as someone whose primary home residence is located in St Louis County. A physical address in St. Louis County is required; PO boxes will not be accepted . Any questionable production expenses will be reviewed by the St. Louis County Program A dministrator in consultation with the County for approval. St. Louis County and/or its Program Administrator reserves the right to refuse any Project’s application or expense for any reason whatsoever. Such determination is solely at the discretion of St. Louis County and/or its Program Administrator and all decisions are final and non -negotiable. St. Louis County, Minnesota Page 3 of 5 FILM PRODUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM St. Louis County, MN GUIDELINES Film Production Incentive Program St. Louis County, Minnesota Form 9000 Rev. 12-2024 Ineligible Production Expenditures (for Reimbursement) Including but not limited to: • Alcoholic beverages and tobacco (even if purchased as props) . • Fees relating to development, marketing (promotions) or business set up (including legal fees) • Permanent office space (rent) and related utilities (internet, phone, power, etc.). If the production has a permanent office operating in St Louis County, these expenses are not qualified as they are considered normal operating expenses. • Fuel for personal vehicles. • Online purchases with the exception of intermediary vendors such as Airbnb and Uber which are qualified as long as the overhead or service fee is deducted for SLC purchases. Receipt must include St. Louis County address (e.g. online order from local store for pick up). • Capital equipment purchases . • Purchases sourced outside of St. Louis County (pass-through). • Wrap parties, gifts, recreation and entertainment . • Festival submission fees or related costs. • Expenses relating to illegal activities including, but not limited to tickets issued for parking or moving violations, towing fees, etc. • Unpaid invoices . • Damages due to accidents, loss or theft . • Pass-thru expenses (e.g. internal invoices including but not limited to equipment rental or studio space). Additional Requirements During Production Are Required T o: Before Reimbursement Are Required To: Provide St. Louis County Program Administrator with: • Daily call sheets, production logs or equivalent. • Provide the name and contact information of the unit publicist or person responsible for interfacing with media (if you have one). • Allow ability t o arrange set visits for County officials. • Allow ability to arrange for behind the scenes video footage to be taken and used for marketing purposes. • Provide St. Louis County Program Administrator with : Proof that all expenses incurred in St. Louis County are paid in full. • Provide a final crew list to St. Louis County Program Administrator including contact information (phone and/or email) . • Provide St. Louis County Program Administrator with a locations breakdown list . • Agree to provide St. Louis County Program Administrator with 3-5 production stills in electronic format with rights cleared for promotional use by the County and/or St. Louis County Program Administrator. • Agree to provide the County and/or St. Louis County Program Administrator with poster art . • Agree to provide the County and/or St. Louis County Program Administrator with min imum 60 seconds of video from production . • Agree to provide at least one producer/talent for local media promotion/interviews (if requested). • All files must be provided in electronic format. All projects with onscreen credits must include the St. Louis County and its Program Administrator logos, and permit St. Louis County and/or Program Administrator to identify the production in its marketing and promotional materials. Allow St. Louis County government to use all material provided to its Program Administrator under these guidelines for its said purposes. Certified projects with total qualified St. Louis County expenditures that exceed $1,000,000 must submit a review of expenditures by a Minnesota CPA that has been approved by Program Administrator . St. Louis County, Minnesota Page 4 of 5 FILM PRODUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM St. Louis County, MN GUIDELINES Film Production Incentive Program St. Louis County, Minnesota Form 9000 Rev. 12-2024 Prevailing Wage and Other Requirements • Prevailing Wage: In order to be eligible for reimbursement, all wages on construction projects must have been paid in accordance with the prevailing wage rates for commercial construction in St. Louis County (County Number 69) then in effect. Prevailing wage rates are available at the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry website ( www.doli.state.mn.us ) or by calling (800) 342- 5354. Documentation o f wages may be required from approved applicants , and payroll records must be maintained. • Workers’ Compensation: All approved applicants that meet the definition of an “employer” under the Minnesota Workers’ Compensation law (Minnesota Statutes Chapter 176) must provide proof of their compliance with workers’ compensation insurance coverage requirements in order to receive reimbursement. • Insurance: In order to receive reimbursement, all approved applicants will be required to provide a certificate evidencing insurance coverage in at least the following minimum amounts, effective during the time in which eligible expenses were incurred: A. General Liability Insurance - $500,000 when the claim is one for death by wrongful act or omission and $500,000 to any claimant in any other case. - $1,000,000 for any number of claims arising out of a single occurrence. - No Less Than $1,000,000 Aggregate coverage. - Must include at least premises, operations, completed operations, independent contractors and subcontractors, and contractual liability and environmental liability. B. Business Automobile Liability Insurance - $500,000 for claims for wrongful death and each claimant. - $1,000,000 each occurrence. - Must cover owned, non- owned and hired vehicles Apprenticeship (Intern) Program All projects are required to select and hire one (1) apprentice or intern for every ten (10) employees from an approved internship/apprenticeship list maintained by the St. Louis County Program Administrator . Combining Production Rebate Programs Use of St. Louis County Film Production Incentive Program funds is allowed to be combined with other incentive programs but must adhere to each respective program requirements. Rebate Expenditure Report (RER) (Required Documentation Before Payment) Once certified Production/Post -Production activity is complete, approved applicants must complete and submit St . Louis County Rebate Expenditure Report (RER) (provided to you) in order to receive reimbursement. St. Louis County Program Administrator will have a current list of requirements. Application Process Application Process: 1. Submit Application 2. Review of Application by Program Administrator 3. Certification (Approval) of Application by Program Administrator Note: Submission and/or certification of an application does not in any way guarantee that a project will be reimbursed or that funds will be available. Applications are received and reviewed by the Program Administrator with final approval and reimbursement payment to follow after economic activity has occurred and all financial obligations in St. Louis County have been paid and verified. Application Fee No Fee Applicant Requirements • Projects must meet pr ogram eligibility requirements in order to apply for reimbursement funds. • The application, W9 and Certificate of Good Standing from state of incorporation must all be in the same production company name. • The applying entity is responsible for any tax implications regarding reimbursement. • Only complete applications will be reviewed . • Projects will not be certified until ALL required materials are received and reviewed by Program Administrator . • Expenses incurred and/or payments made before project certification (the date on the project certification letter) will not be eligible for reimbursement. Submission of an application does not guarantee reimbursement. • Additional requirements may be required to determine project and production eligibility. St. Louis County, Minnesota Page 5 of 5 FILM PRODUCTION INCENTIVE PROGRAM St. Louis County, MN GUIDELINES Film Production Incentive Program St. Louis County, Minnesota Form 9000 Rev. 12-2024 Application Evaluation Criteria St. Louis County will utilize a combination of a scoring system and /or first-come-first serve basis to evaluate each application . If multiple projects are received with limited funding, the County and/or Program Administrator will strive to equally distribute productions and/or economic impact across all of St. Louis County. Losing Eligibility or Disqualification A Project may lose rebate eligibility or be disqualified if: • The production entity falls out of good standing with the Secretary of State in the state where the entity is incorporated. • Production is delayed or suspended, funding is lost, or the production will no longer take place in St. Louis County. • Program Administrator determines that the production will not occur. • Program Administrator determines that the production is engaged in fraudulent or unlawful behavior (e. g., wage theft). • Production has not fulfilled financial obligations of using St. Louis County labor, vendors or goods and services. • The production no longer meets eligibility criteria . • Production fails to meet Rebate Expenditure Report submission deadlines. Extensions may be considered on a case-by-case basis. • Production no longer qualifies for any other reason. • Program Administrator determines that production is engaged in detrimental, unprofessional, indecent or acts in bad faith. • If principal photography does not start within 6 months of certification. Production Delay A certified project must start principal photography within 6 months of certification. If a certified project is delayed beyond that, the project will be moved into “pending” status. While a project is in pending status, the funds may be allocated to other active projects on the production waiting list. When the pending project is ready to begin principal production, and only if incentive program funds are available, the certified project will move back to “active” status. If a certified project is delayed and does not start principal photography within 12 months of certification, it will lose eligibility. A certified project that loses eligibility or is disqualified due to significant production delays or loss of funding ma y reapply by completing and submitting a new project certification application with new attachments. Over-Subscription (Funding Availability ) If applications received for the St. Louis County Rebate exceed the total amount appropriated by the county for the program, the Program Administrator will maintain a waiting list. Projects that meet eligibility may be provisionally certified in amounts up to 25% in the event that funds become available. Submission and/or provisional certification of an application does not in any way guarantee that a pr oject will be reimbursed or that funds will be available. Sole Right St. Louis County reserves the sole right to make any , and all, final determinations per these guidelines. Application Contact Contact: St. Louis County Program Administrator Superior Production Incentive Program Application Superior Film Production Incentive Application Updated 5.20.22 The Superior Film Production Incentive Program’s goal is to support the development of television, film, and digital media production in Superio r, while also supporting local businesses and talent. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR and CONTACT Shari Marshik Executive Director (218) 461-1628 Admin@uppermidwestfilmtv.org Submit Applications To: Upper Midwest Film Office (UMFO) www.uppermidwestfilmtv.org Admin@uppermidwestfilmtv.org 1. PRODUCTION TITLE 2. PRODUCTION COMPANY (Applicant ) Legal Name Entity Type (e.g. INC., LLC, LP, LLP, LLLP) Physical Address State Zip Email Phone Phone Incorporation (Formed) Date State In Good Standing Yes/No Federal Tax ID# State Tax ID# Other State Tax ID# (All that Apply) List proper legal names for all entities or individuals who own an interest greater than 20% in the Production Company. (use separate sheet if necessary) First Name Last Name Business Name (if Applicable) % Ownership First Name Last Name Business Name (if Applicable) % Ownership First Name Last Name Business Name (if Applicable) % Ownership First Name Last Name Business Name (if Applicable) % Ownership 3. CONTACT PERSON (for Application and Reporting) Application Contact (Person Submitting) Project Contact (Day-to-Day Project) Reporting Contact (If Different) First Name First Name First Name Last Name Last Name Last Name Title Title Title Email Email Email Phone # Phone # Phone # 4. LOCAL PRODUCTION OFFICE (If Applicable) Physical Address State Zip Contact Person Phone Phone Email Phone Phone 5. TYPE OF PRODUCTION ☐ Film Film means, but is not limited to, a dramatic, comedic, animated, or documentary film, or digital production with no commerci al interruptions. ☐ Television (TV) Television means, but is not limited to, a television movie (including pilots and specials), series, mini -series or independent streaming video. ☐ Episodic Content Episodic content means, but is not limited to, a series which may also be known as episodic programming, means a production intended i n its initial run for broadcast on television or streaming - includes independent web series. ☐ Commercial Commercial means, but is not limited to, an advertisement that is a televised announcement sponsoring or promoting ideas, goods or services that have been commercially aired, broadcast, or streamed and distributed . Superior Production Incentive Program Application Description of Project: (Detailed Storyline) ☐ Attach Script and Planned Distribution 6. TIMELINE and BUDGET TIMELINE Pre-Production Start Date Date Estimated Principal Photography Production (in Superior) Start Date End Date Estimated Post Production (if in Superior, WI) Start Date End Date BUDGET In Superior Total Project Total Production Budget (Estimated Expenditure) Please Attached Proposed Budget $ $ PUBLIC FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ☐ Yes ☐ No Is this proposed production applying for and/or been awarded additional film production public assistance from the State of Wisconsin, the State of Minnesota, or other sources? If yes, please list sources and amounts ($): 1. 2. 3. 7. ESTIMATED LODGING & CATERING COSTS Vendor Names (in Superior, WI ) In Superior Total Project A. $ $ B. $ $ C. $ $ D. $ $ 1Superior Film Production Incentive Program rebate could potentially be up to 25% of the total Superior s pend on hotels and catering . 8. PERSONNEL (List Key Production Personnel ) If more than two (2), please attach on extra sheet. Executive/Producer(s) First Name First Name Last Name Last Name Email Email Phone # Phone # Superior Resident Yes/No Superior Resident Yes/No List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. Director(s) First Name First Name Last Name Last Name Email Email Phone # Phone # Superior Resident Yes/No Superior Resident Yes/No List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. Writer(s) First Name First Name Last Name Last Name Superior Production Incentive Program Application Email Email Phone # Phone # Superior Resident Yes/No Superior Resident Yes/No List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. Line Producer(s) First Name First Name Last Name Last Name Email Email Phone # Phone # Superior Resident Yes/No Superior Resident Yes/No List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. Unit Production Manager(s) First Name First Name Last Name Last Name Email Email Phone # Phone # Superior Resident Yes/No Superior Resident Yes/No List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. Production Accountant(s) (or Firm) First Name First Name Last Name Last Name Email Email Phone # Phone # Superior Resident Yes/No Superior Resident Yes/No List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. List Two (2) Most Recent Productions (Include Budget -Distribution, if Applicable) 1. 2. 9. DISCLOSURES Has the Production Company, any of the principals or owners of the Production Company owning more than 20% ownership interest (the “Subject Parties”) and/or key personnel had any involvement in: ☐ Yes ☐ No Creditors-Bankruptcy: Any past and/or current filings for bankruptcy protection or protection from creditors. ☐ Yes ☐ No Claims-Litigation: Any past and/or current litigation, or pending or threatened litigation, involving the Production Company, a Subject Party, or key p ersonnel that has resulted or might result in a monetary judgment or monetary settlement against the Production Company, a Subject Party, or key personnel, or a claim of any nature against the Project. ☐ Yes ☐ No Charges-Convictions: Any past and/or current charges, convictions or pleas of nolo contendere (no contest) for any crime, including but not limited to any crime involving obscenity, indecency, or similar misdemeanor or felony laws involving the participation of or victimization of a minor. ☐ Yes ☐ No Policy: Do you have a written code of conduct or non -discrimination/non-harassment policy in place? (Please Attach) Key Personnel: All personnel in Section 9 (Personnel) of this application and other personnel deemed appropriate by the City of Superior and/or its Program Administrator. 10. TERMS AND CONDITIONS These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement (the “Contract”) between the City of Superior, a body politic and corporate existing under the laws of the State of Wisconsin, and its Program Administrator (UMFO) hereinafter referred to as the "City of Superior," and the Production Company Rebate Recipient, hereinafter referred to as the "Production Company.” Superior Production Incentive Program Application PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR: The City of Superior is using a Program Administrator to administer its Film Production Incentive Program. The Production Company agrees to work with and abide by all City of Superior requirements under the Film Production Incentive Program Guidelines (the “Program Guidelines”), this application, terms and conditions contained herein, and any other program material necessary for the Program Administrator to administer the program. RECORDS AUDITING AND RETENTION: The Production Company's books, records, documents, papers, accounting procedures and practices, and other evidence relevant to this Contract are subject to the examination, duplication, transcription and audit by the City of Superior and other auditors in compliance with applicable law. The Production Company agrees to maintain such evidence for a period of six (6) years from the date of final reimbursement or longer if any audit in progress requires a longer retention period. TAXES: The Production Company shall pay all applicable sales taxes and be responsible for the payment of any and all payroll taxes and contributions for unemployment compensation insurance and Social Security which are measured by the wages, salaries or other remunerations paid to employees of the Production Company and shall submit evidence of same to the City of Superior when requested. The Production Company acknowledges and agrees that no withholding or deduction for State or Federal income taxes, FICA, FUTA, or otherwise, shall be made from the Production Company’s reimbursements and that it is the Production Company's sole obligation to comply with the applicable provisions of all Federal and State tax laws; DISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT: The Production Company agrees to comply with all federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and executive orders pertaining to unlawful discrimination on account of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability or age. The Production Company further agrees to comply with all federal, state and local laws or ordinances and all applicable rules, regulations and standards established by any governmental agency having jurisdiction over the Production Company. INSURANCE: The insurance policies set forth in the Program Guidelines must be maintained for the duration of this Contract. A Certificate of Insurance for each policy must be on file with UMFO evidencing coverage during the time in which the Production Company incurred potentially reimbursable expenses in Superior. INDEMNIFICATION CLAUSE: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Production Company shall indemnify and hold harmless UMFO, City of Superior , and their officers, employees, and agents from and against claims, damages, losses and expenses, including but not limited to attorney’s fees, arising out of or resulting from performance of its Project and production activities, provided that such claim, damage, loss or expense is attributable to bodily injury, sickness, disease or death, or to injury to or destruction of tangible property, to the extent caused by the negligent acts or omissions of the Production Company, a subcontractor, anyone directly or indirectly employed by them or anyone for whose acts they may be liable, regardless of whether or not such claim, damage, loss or expense is caused in part by a party indemnified hereunder. Such obligation shall not be construed to negate, abridge, or reduce other rights or obligations of indemnity that would otherwise exist as to a party or person described in this Contract. The Production Company agrees, that in order to protect itself, UMFO, and the City of Superior under the indemnity provisions set forth herein, it shall at all times during the term of this Contract keep in force policies of insurances indicated in paragraph entitled "INSURANCE." TERMINATION: If the Production Company fails to perform any of the provisions of this Contract or violates the Program Guidelines, this shall constitute a default. Unless the Production Company's default is excused by the City of Superior, the City of Superior may, upon written notice, immediately terminate this Contract in its entirety. This Contract may be terminated without cause by the City of Superior upon thirty (30) days advance written notice to the Production Company. The City of Superior’s failure to insist upon strict performance of any provision or to exercise any right under this Contract shall not be deemed a relinquishment or waiver of the same, unless consented to in writing. Such consent shall not constitute a general waiver or relinquishment throughout the entire term of the Contract. OTHER CONDITIONS Compliance with Laws/Standards : The Production Company shall abide by all Federal, State or local laws, statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations now in effect or hereinafter adopted pertaining to this Contract and the Project, production activities, facilities, programs and staff for which the Production Company is responsible. Licenses: The Production Company shall procure, at its own expense, all licenses, permits or other rights required for the Project and related production activities. Minnesota Law to Govern: This Contract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the substantive and procedural laws in the State of Minnesota without giving effect to the principles of conflict of laws. All proceedings related to this Contract shall be venued in the State of Minnesota District Court for the Sixth Judicial District in Duluth, Minnesota. Notwithstanding the foregoing, at the City of Superior’s sole discretion, and upon the City of Superior’s election, any and all disputes arising from this Contract may be submitted to binding arbitration to be held in Duluth, Minnesota and governed by the rules of the American Arbitration Association applying the laws of the State of Minnesota. WAIVER: Any waiver by either party of any provision of this Contract shall not imply a subsequent waiver of that or any other provision. SEVERABILITY: The provisions of this Contract shall be deemed severable. If any part of this Contract is rendered void, invalid, or unenforceable, such rendering shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remainder of this Contract unless the part or parts which are void, invalid, or otherwise unenforceable shall substantially impair the value of the entire Contract with respect to either party. NO GUARANTEE OF REIMBURSEMENT: Submission and/or acceptance of an application or other materials for project certification does not, in any way, guarantee or ensure the Production Company’s certification or approval. Furthermore, even if a Project is certified, there is no guarantee that the Production Company will receive a reimbursement or that reimbursement funds will be available for payment to the Production Company. APPLICATION PERIOD: In order to be considered for reimbursement, expenditures must be incurred no earlier than the project certification date. All forms and applications must be submitted as described in the Program Guidelines and conform to those guidelines Superior Production Incentive Program Application as revised by the City of Superior from time to time, in its sole determination. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: In no event will the City of Superior, its Program Administrator, or their officers, directors, employees or agents be liable for lost profits or damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, direct, indirect, special, incidental, consequential or punitive damages, arising out of or in connection with the application, reimbursement, certification, or award process however arising, including negligence. REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF PRODUCTION COMPANY: The Production Company represents and warrants: (1) that all information provided in or with its application is true, accurate and complete and no material information has been omitted, and that any subsequent statements will be true and accurate; (2) that the Production Company will provide the City of Superior with prompt written notice if any past statement is no longer true and accurate; (3) that the Production Company has the authority to bind the entity on whose behalf the Production Company is signing and that entity is validly formed and in good standing; (4) that the project which is subject to the Production Company’s application (the “Project”) is a bona fide film, television, episode content, or commercial and qualifies under the Program Guidelines; and (5) the Production Company has secured all necessary rights for the Project and the Project does not infringe, in whole or part, any statutory copyright or common law, property rights, or other right of others, or any law or regulation. REQUIRED DISCLOSURES: If the Production Company checked “Yes” for any of the Disclosures set forth on page 4 of this application, the Production Company must provide documentation disclosing relevant details to the City of Superior. The Production Company’s obligation to disclose information and provide supporting documentation required by this application commences upon application submission and continues until the Production Company’s involvement in the Superior Film Production Incentive Program is complete. Upon the City of Superior’s review of the documentation and information provided, the City of Superior may determine in its sole discretion that the Production Company is not eligible for reimbursement funds. WAIVER OF CONFIDENTIALITY: All information and materials submitted to the City of Superior are non-confidential, may be disclosed to third parties, and may become public. The Production Company hereby waives and releases the City of Superior from any claim or obligation relating to the confidentiality or alleged trade secret nature of any materials or information the Production Company submits to the City of Superior. All submitted information is subject to public disclosure per MN Statutes Chapter 13. RIGHT TO REFUSE: The application process does not guarantee the Production Company’s acceptance into the program. The City of Superior reserves the right to reject or deny the Production Company’s application for any reason whatsoever. Such determination is solely at the discretion of the City of Superior and all decisions are final and non-negotiable. NO RETURN OF MATERIALS: The Production Company’s application and all materials and information submitted with it will become the property of the City of Superior and will not be returned to the Production Company. CHANGES: The City of Superior may change these Terms and Conditions, the eligibility criteria for project certification, and/or the Project Guidelines at any time. All such changes will be immediately binding on the Production Company. Changes will be posted on the UMFO website: www.uppermidwestfilmtv.org. Except as set forth in the preceding paragraph, any alterations, variations, modifications, or waivers of the provisions of this Contract shall only be valid when they have been reduced to writing and signed by the authorized representatives of the City of Superior and the Production Company. This Contract shall supersede all other oral and written Contracts prior to execution of this document. 11. FINAL AGREEMENTS Check Box to Agree AGREEMENT STATEMENTS ☐ Credits and Promotional Material I agree and understand by submitting this application that the certified project will supply the above supporting documentation as required. I acknowledge that failure to supply materials may result in retraction of certification. ☐ Agreement for End Credit Roll I agree and understand by submitting this application that the end credit roll of a film, television, episode content, or com mercial that utilizes the City of Superior Film Production Incentive Program must recognize Superior with the following wording: “This project was completed with assistance from Superior, WI.” I understand that the City of Superior Logo will be used in addition to the text. I acknowledge that Superior, WI reserves the right to prohibit the use of Superior’s name and logo in the credits if it so desires. ☐ Program Guidelines I agree and understand by submitting this application that all Program Guidelines will be followed and all obligations will be met. ☐ Legal Agreement In consideration of the Program Administrator’s review of the Production Company’s Application for City of Superior ’s Film Production Incentive Program and other valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which the parties hereby acknowledge, the Production Company represents, warran ts and agrees as fol lows: (1) the information provided by it in this application and all attachments or exhibits hereto is true and correct, and the Production Company will immediately notify the Program Administrator if any of the information changes or the Production Compan y discovers it is untrue or incorrect in any way; (2) the Production Company has received, and understands and agrees to, the Terms and Conditions, which are subject to change by the City of Superior at any time; (3) it satisfies all applicable criteria an d standards of eligibility in the Program Guidelines; (4) any final award of a reimbursement is subject to the Production Company’s full and successful completion of the reimbursement application process and the availability of funds to make the reimbursem ent; (5) the final disbursement of funds is at the sole discretion of the City of Superior ; (6) all reimbursement funds are considered taxable income; and (7) it has received and understands the Expenditure Submission Instructions. ALL REQUIRED SUBMISSIONS ARE ATTACHED, including disclosures, if applicable. (Only complete applications will be reviewed .) Superior Production Incentive Program Application ☐ Terms and Conditions I agree and understand by submitting this application that I have read and agree with the Terms and Conditions of the SuperiorFilm Production Incentive Program. ☐ Application Submission By submitting this application, I certify and agree that I am the owner or the authorized representative of the Production Company and that I have authority to bind the Production Company to all matters contained herein. I further certify and agree that all information submitted is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I agree that false or misleading statements may result in disqualification of the Production Company’s application and, in the discretion of the City of Superior , will require the immediate return of any disbursed funds. Failure to provide proper documentation of the information provided in this applicat ion upon request shall render the application incomplete and will result in the application being disqualified and require that all funds disbursed to the Production Company be returned immediately to Superior, Wisconsin . I understand and acknowledge the information submitted is subject to the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act. I further understand and acknowledge that the City of Superior may audit the use of the funds. I acknowledge that, by providing an email address and other contact information, I have authorized the City of Superior to exchange information wi th the Production Company about its application using unencrypted email. I understand and acknowledge that unencrypted email is not secure and that the Production Company accepts the risk that data may be intercepted by someone other than the intended reci pient. I acknowledge and agree that the Program Administrator and Superiorare not liable for any damages caused by such interception. Authorized Applicant(s) Name (By filling in, this is your signature) First Name Last Name Date Title First Name Last Name Date Title First Name Last Name Date Title City of Superior Production Incentive Program Guidelines Superior Production Incentive Program PURPOSE: The City of Superior Production Incentive Program’s goal is to support the development of television, film, and digital media production within the City of Superior, while also supporting local tourism. The program’s initial allocation is $20,000. Applications are accepted, reviewed, and scored and approved until funds are exhausted. Approved applicants will receive the financial assistance in the form of reimbursement where approved applicants receive reimbursement for eligible expenditures in accordance with program guidelines and requirements. REQUIREMENTS: Selected applicants must be conducting eligible television, film, or digital media activities in Superior, which must be validated and certified by the Program Administrator before a project can be enrolled in the program. To be eligible, Applicants must commit to expend a minimum of $5,000 inside Superior City limits with lodging and catering service providers residing in or located in Superior. Qualified project types are films, television, series, documentaries and commercials. The applicant must be in good standing with the Secretary of State wherein they reside. APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: • Projects must meet program eligibility requirements to apply for reimbursement funds. • Applicant must supply application, the Applicant’s W-9, and Certificate of Good Standing from the state of incorporation which must all be in the same company name. • The Applicant is responsible for any tax implications regarding reimbursement. • Applications must be complete. • Projects will not be accepted into the Program until all required materials are received and reviewed by Program Administrator. • Expenses incurred and/or payments made before project acceptance (the date on the project acceptance letter) will not be eligible for reimbursement. Submission of an application does not guarantee reimbursement. • Additional requirements may be required by the Program Administrator to determine project and production eligibility. APPLICATION CRITERIA: Projects are scored on quality and quantity of wages, hires and local spend. In addition, previous professional experience and compliance are considered. PROOF OF FUNDING: Applicant must provide proof of funding that shows 100% of projected Superior spend is secured (signed bank letter and statement, completion bond, valid contract, or equivalent). This proof is required 30 days prior to principal start date. If the application is processed within 30 days of principal photography, the applicant must provide proof at the time of application. STRUCTURE: Up to 25% of the total cost for listed eligible expenses may be reimbursed to the certified projects when associated with production and post production of film and television content creation within the City of Superior. This program may be used jointly with the St. Louis County’s Production Incentive Program, The City of Duluth, and the Iron Range Regional Production Rebate as well as all State of MN programs. City of Superior Production Incentive Program Guidelines ELIGIBLE EXPENDITURES: Eligible uses of program funds may include reimbursement of expenses made at Superior businesses, included but not limited to the following categories: • Food and catering expenses (alcoholic beverages excluded) expended in the City of Superior; itemized receipts are required. • Lodging within the City of Superior A Superior company is defined as a business located and conducts business within the Superior city limits and files Minnesota tax returns with a Superior address indicated on a W-9. A physical address in Superior is required. Any questionable production expenses will be reviewed by Superior ’s Program Administrator in consultation with The City of Superior for approval. The City of Superior and or its Program Administrator reserves the right to refuse any project’s application or expense for any reason. This determination is at the discretion of the City of Superior and/or Its Program Administrator; all decisions are final and non-negotiable. INELIGIBLE EXPENDITURES (including but not limited to): • Alcoholic beverages and tobacco (even if purchased as props). • Expenses relating to illegal activities including, but not limited to tickets issued for parking or moving violations, towing fees, etc. • Unpaid invoices • Damages due to accidents, loss, or theft. • Pass-thru expenses (e.g., internal invoices, or invoices not related to lodging or catering) APPLICANT REQUIREMENTS: • Projects must meet program eligibility requirements to apply for reimbursement funds. • The application, W9 and Certificate of Good Standing from state of incorporation must all be in the same production company name. • The applying entity is responsible for any tax implications regarding reimbursement. • Applications must be complete. • Projects will not be certified until all required materials are received and reviewed by Program Administrator. • Expenses incurred and/or payments made before project certification (the date on the project certification letter) will not be eligible for reimbursement. Submission of an application does not guarantee reimbursement. • Additional requirements may be required to determine project and production eligibility. APPLICATION CRITERIA: Projects are scored based on several metrics such as quality and quantity of wages, hires and local spend. Previous professional experience and compliance are taken into consideration. Losing Eligibility or Disqualification: Projects will be disqualified from the Program and will be disqualified from receiving reimbursement if: City of Superior Production Incentive Program Guidelines • The Applicant falls out of good standing with the Secretary of State in the state where the entity is incorporated. • Production is delayed or suspended for an unreasonable amount of time, the applicant loses funding for the project or the production will no longer take place in Superior. • Program Administrator determines that the production will not occur. • Program Administrator determines that the Applicant is engaged in fraudulent or unlawful behavior (e.g., submitting inaccurate or falsified information, wage theft, etc.). • Applicant has not fulfilled financial obligations of using Superior vendors or goods and services. • Applicant or the project no longer meets eligibility criteria. • Applicant fails to meet Rebate Expenditure Report submission deadlines. • Extensions may be considered on a case-by-case basis. • Applicant no longer qualifies for any other reason. • Program Administrator determines that the project is engaged in detrimental, unprofessional, indecent or acts in bad faith. • If principal photography on the project does not start within 6 months of approval of the project. REQUIREMENTS FOR REIMBURSEMENT During production of the project the Program Administrator must: • Receive daily call sheets, production logs or equivalent for the project • Be provided the name and contact information for the unit publicist or person responsible for interfacing with media • Be allowed the ability to arrange set visits for Superior officials • Be allowed the ability to arrange behind the scenes video footage to be taken and used for marketing promotions Before reimbursement Applicants are required to: • Provide the City of Superior ’s Program Administrator with proof that all expenses incurred in Superior are paid in full. • Provide final crew list to City of Superior’s Program Administrator including contact information (phone or email) • Provide Program Administrator with a list of locations used in the project. • Agree to provide Program Administrator with 3-5 production stills in electronic format with rights cleared for promotional use by DEDA and/or the s Program Administrator. • Agree to provide Superior and or Program Administrator with poster art. • Agree to provide Superior and or Program Administrator with a minimum 60 seconds of video from production. • Agree to provide at least one producer/talent for local media promotion/interview (if requested). • All files must be provided in electronic format • Once certified Production/Post production activity is complete, Applicants must complete and submit a Rebate Expenditure Report (RER) on a form which will be provided to the applicant and all supporting documentation as required by the Guidelines or as requested by the Program Administrator to receive reimbursement. City of Superior Production Incentive Program Guidelines *All projects with onscreen credits must include the City of Superior’s and the Program Administrator’s logos and permit the City of Superior and the Program Administrator to identify the production in its marketing and promotional materials. Allow the City of Superior government to use all material provided to its Program Administrator under these guidelines for its said purposes. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Production Delay: A certified project must start principal photography within 6 months of certification. If a certified project is delayed beyond that, the project will be moved into “pending” status. While a project is in pending status, the funds may be allocated to other active projects on the production waiting list. When the pending project is ready to begin principal production, and only if incentive program funds are available, the certified project will move back to “active” status. If a certified project is delayed and does not start principal photography within 12 months of certification, it will lose eligibility. A certified project that loses eligibility or is disqualified due to significant production delays or loss of funding may reapply by completing and submitting a new project certification application with new attachments. Funding Availability: If applications received for the Superior rebate exceed the total amount appropriated for the program, the Program Administrator will maintain a waiting list. Projects that meet eligibility may be provisionally certified in amounts up to 25% if funds become available. Submission and/or provisional certification of an application does not in any way guarantee that a project will be reimbursed or that funds will be available. Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center/Superior Tourist Information Center Tourism Development Commission Presentation December 4,2025 Introduction Purpose of Presentation: • - Report impact of TDC funding • - Show data & outcomes • - Identify future improvements • - Present contract renewal request Impact Overview TDC Marketing Grant Funding Impact (Bong Center): – Facilities: The TDC grants impact on the Bong Center has allowed us to better maintain our facilities, Improve the presentation of our exhibits and generally make the museum more attractive to visitors. It has allowed us to install better lighting, more up to date signage, improve visitor flow and increase accessibility. All have which has helped improve the Visitor Experience. – Events and Special Programming: Tourism- grant funds support our annual events such as our “Escape the Bong – Escape Room” Event and have made it possible for us to produce new fundraising events like our “Mystery Dinner Theater”. The grant has allowed us to pursue events and programming intended to draw visitors from beyond the local area. These events and initiatives like our “Mission Marge” project, have the added benefit of drawing in overnight or out of town visitors. -Marketing: The Tourism Development Commission’s marketing grant has played a significant role in expanding the Bong Center’s visibility and strengthening our outreach efforts over the past three years. Funding has allowed us to elevate the professionalism, reach, and consistency of our marketing in several ways. *The funding allows us to more effectively use our building in the marketing plan. *We have used the funds on more visible interior and exterior marketing. * We have increased digital and social media marketing. *The grant has supported improvements and upgrades in brand materials and our visual identity with professionally designed brochures, logos, graphics and promotional materials. *We have improved website visibility and e-store sales. *Expanded the tourism center outreach. With new brochures and rack cards we were able to distribute them to regional hotels, travel entities and tour groups establishing the groundwork for stronger connections. *We have updated our promotional materials for our education and outreach programs as well as our facility rental, and tour group programs. TDC Marketing Grant Funding Impact (Bong Center) : Impact Overview Continued Exterior Improvements Visitor Data Visitor Metrics: • Total annual visitors: Just under 24,000 total visitors to the Center in 2024 with 10,757 paying customers. We are on pace to match those numbers this year, possibly exceeding them. Of the above total, 2576 were Tourist Information Center visits. We currently sit at 2210 visits this year with two months remaining. • Out-of-region visitors: A safe estimate of our total visitors to the Bong Center would be about 60% come from out of the region. • Group tours: In 2024 we hosted 41 school field trip groups totaling 2195 students and 11 bus tours/Travel groups/Community groups that totaled 571 guests. We are very close to those numbers this year and will most likely exceed them with four large school groups coming in December. Program Success Program Highlights: – Mission Marge International Project – Gift shop sales are projected to show a 45% increase since 2023 – Junior Curator Program – Bong Squadron Summer Up sell tour program – Youth and Community Education Outreach and Fieldtrip programs – Fundraising Events (Escape the Bong, Mystery Dinner, Battle for the Bong Center) – Community Events (Memorial Day Bash, Fourth of July Impersonators, Flag Day) – Veterans Programs (Veterans Lakeside Retreat, Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner, Etc.) – Veterans Organization Partnerships (VSO, 23rd Veteran, American Legion, P .I.G.S MC) – Traveling exhibits and rotating displays – Veterans' oral history collection project – Speaker series and special presentations – Facility Rental profits are up 55% – Group and Bus tour program is up 18% Marketing Reach Marketing Impact: • Marketing grant funds have allowed us to place print ads in regional magazines and travel guides such as Lake Superior Magazine, Circle Lake Superior and Circle Wisconsin. Extending our reach considerably. • The grant has also allowed us to become more efficient with our digital advertising allowing us to improve our digital emails and produce a digital downloadable newsletter. • We have used the funds to improve our website and better manage our SEO. We can now post blogs and rotating stories and link our e-store to our point of sale. • Funds from the grant have allowed us to do more social media advertising which has led to a 16% increase in our followers from the previous year and from January 1st, 2025, to December 1st, 2025, we have had 548,413 views. • Over the course of the current three-year agreement, we have been able to use marketing grant funds to advertise on area digital kiosks • We have also dramatically improved our on-site marketing and printed marketing for outreach events. Financial Efficiency • Operational Efficiency: We operate a full museum, gift shop, tourist information center, archives and a very full event calendar with a regular staff of 7 and an operational budget of $580,900.00 for the museum and $92,210 for the Tourist Information Center. Every dollar is stretched across frontline operations, collections care, programming and visitor services. • Leveraged Funds: The Bong Center consistently leverages public investment to generate significantly greater impact for the community. Funding from the City and the Tourism Development Commission serves as essential seed support that allows us to attract additional grants, sponsorships, donor contributions, volunteer labor, and in-kind services. As a result, every dollar invested in the Center is multiplied through external resources that strengthen our exhibits, expand our programming, and increase tourism activity in Superior. Improvements Needed • Areas for Growth • Broaden Our Tourism Marketing Reach We can grow our visibility by targeting regional travelers, school groups, and veterans’ organizations with more strategic digital marketing, partnerships with tourism bureaus, and refreshed promotional materials. We are currently conducting surveys using grant funding to study the local community and the region as to what their thoughts are on the museum and what would bring them into the center. I see great potential in growing the interest in the STIC by enhancing our identity through branding, digital marketing and promotional materials. • Increase Community Programming and Seasonal Events Adding more recurring programs—family days, special tours, living-history events, summer activities—will increase local engagement and repeat visitation while also boosting tourism during shoulder seasons. • Grow and Diversify Revenue Streams Improved gift shop offerings, expanded group tours, rental opportunities, sponsorships, and enhanced membership benefits will increase financial resilience and reduce reliance on any single funding source. • Build Deeper Partnerships With Schools, Veteran Groups, and Regional Organizations Stronger partnerships create more shared events, traveling exhibits, and educational collaborations—amplifying our reach without major cost increases. Funding Request Marketing and STIC Grants Current funding: • STIC Grant: – $94,435.00 • Marketing Grant : – $150,000.00 Contract Renewal Request: – STIC Grant Request: 94,435 x 7% • 2026: $101,045.00 • 2027: $108,119.00 • 2028: $115,687.00 • Total over 3 years $324,900 / 3 = $108,300.00 – Marketing Grant Request: 150,000 x 7% • 2026: $160,500.00 • 2027: $171,734.00 • 2028: $183,754.00 • Total over three years $516,000 / 3 = $172,000.00 • Payroll has increased between 4 and 5% each year. With wages rising across the industry, we have had to increase our wages to retain and compete for staff. • The Consumer Price Index has risen by 3% each of the last three years. Because the Center runs a lean, efficient budget with no excess capacity, even small inflationary increases directly impact our ability to maintain current service levels. • Insurance costs have gone up substantially with health insurance going up an average of ten percent a year hiking premiums by 30% since our last agreement. • Utilities are averaging about a 15% increase each year as well. • Those are the main factors but the cost of doing almost everything we do has gone up considerably. Need for Increase Capital Fund Request We would like to continue the current Capital Improvement agreement as it structured. Our request is for a 40/60 split up to a total of $250,0000 As we anticipate several needs in the very near future such as: • - Air Exchanger replacement and other repairs to our building as is continues to age. The entry doors will need to be upgraded very soon as well. • - HVAC System Modification and boiler replacement. • - Repairs to exterior exhibit • - Technology upgrades are a constant need. • - Continued exterior/identity upgrades • *Over the course of the current agreement, we had anticipated drawing significantly from the Capital Fund for two major projects: repaving our parking lot and installing a new highway sign. After obtaining bids, the Mayor identified an alternative funding avenue for the parking lot project, and the Commission ultimately approved funding for our highway sign. Because these two large needs were met through other sources, our reliance on the Capital Agreement Fund over the past three years was far lower than originally projected. Had those alternative funding options not been available, we would have required a substantially greater portion of the Capital Fund. Closing • Summary: • - Proven impact • - Strong ROI for TDC • - Clear plan for growth • - Continued partnership Tourism Information Center Management Proposal: 2026 - 2028 Staffing: 2025 2026 2027 2028 Wages 42,960 +7% 45,967 +7% 49,185 +7% 52,628 Benefits 7,289 +7% 7,799 +7% 8,345 +7% 8,929 FICA 3,286 +7% 3,516 +7% 3,762 +7% 4,025 Management, Scheduling, Staffing, etc. 5,000 +7% 5,350 +7% 5,725 +7% 6,126 Operational Costs: Brochure Purchases, Shipping, Postage25,000 +7% 26,750 +7% 28,623 +7% 30,627 Recycling & Removal of Dated Materials2,000 +7% 2,140 +7% 2,290 +7% 2,450 Facility Expenses 300 +7% 321 +7% 343 +7% 367 Wiring for work stations or second POS 700 +7% 749 +7% 801 +7% 857 Computers 1,600 +7% 1,712 +7% 1,832 +7% 1,960 Printer/Copier 800 +7% 856 +7% 916 +7% 980 Office Supplies 500 +7% 535 +7% 572 +7% 612 Fixtures 5,000 +7% 5,350 +7% 5,725 +7% 6,126 94,435 101,045 108,119 115,687 Total 3-Year Request:324,851 Rounding, Nearest Hundred:324,900 Grant Request per Year:108,300 Marketing Budget Proposal: Tourism Commission 2026-2028 Staffing: 2025 2026 2027 2028 Social Media/Marketing Position 40,000 + 7% 42,800 + 7% 45,796 + 7% 49,002 Gift Shop 10,000 + 7% 10,700 + 7% 11,449 + 7% 12,250 Executive Director 35,000 + 7% 37,450 + 7% 40,072 + 7% 42,877 Curator 2,500 + 7% 2,675 + 7% 2,862 + 7% 3,062 Facility Maintenance 7,500 + 7% 8,025 + 7% 8,587 + 7% 9,188 Payroll Taxes and Benefits 5,000 + 7% 5,350 + 7% 5,725 + 7% 6,126 Facility Expenses: Utilities, Phone, Internet 7,500 + 7% 8,025 + 7% 8,587 + 7% 9,188 Facilities Maintenance 2,500 + 7% 2,675 + 7% 2,862 + 7% 3,062 Marketing Events: Graphic Design 4,400 + 7% 4,708 + 7% 5,038 + 7% 5,391 Website Development/Maintenance 11,500 + 7% 12,305 + 7% 13,166 + 7% 14,088 Advertising 13,500 + 7% 14,445 + 7% 15,456 + 7% 16,538 Brochures & Poster Printing 2,000 + 7% 2,140 + 7% 2,290 + 7% 2,450 Brochures/Poster Distribution 1,500 + 7% 1,605 + 7% 1,717 + 7% 1,837 Memorial Day Promotion 500 + 7% 535 + 7% 572 + 7% 612 Fourth of July Promotion 500 + 7% 535 + 7% 572 + 7% 612 Escape the Bong 500 + 7% 535 + 7% 572 + 7% 612 Circle Wisconsin Membership 600 + 7% 642 + 7% 687 + 7% 735 Circle Wisconsin Convention 3,000 + 7% 3,210 + 7% 3,435 + 7% 3,675 MEA Convention (School Group Tours) 1,500 + 7% 1,605 + 7% 1,717 + 7% 1,837 Bong Center Summer Event 500 + 7% 535 + 7% 572 + 7% 612 150,000 160,500 171,734 183,754 Total 3-Year Request:515,988 Rounding, Nearest Hundred:516,000 Grant Request per Year:172,000 GRANT AWARD AGREEMENT THIS GRANT AWARD AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered by and between the City of Superior (“City”) and the Bong P-38 Fund, Inc., dba Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center (“Grantee”), effective June 27, 2023 (Effective Date). WHEREAS, Grantee has submitted a grant application to the City and the Superior Tourism Development Commission (TDC) dated December 1, 2022 (the “Application”) to fund the project and expenses described therein (the “Project”); and WHEREAS the City recognizes the Bong P-38 Fund, Inc., dba Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center as the tourism entity for the City as defined under Wisconsin Statute 66.0615 (1)(f); and WHEREAS the City agrees to make a grant to Grantee for a not to exceed amount of nine hundred eighty-three thousand, three hundred five dollars (983,305.00) to fund the Projects, subject to the terms and conditions set forth herein (the “Grant”). NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows: 1. Scope of Project. Grantee shall perform the Project as set forth as described in this Agreement and in the Application, a copy of which is provided as Attachment A, and which is incorporated by this reference as if fully recited herein. Eligible expenditures of Grant funds by the Grantee must be strictly used as described in this Agreement. Any variations in the Project or the use of Grant funds from that described in this Agreement requires the advance express written approval of the City. The Grant funds are allocated as follows: $450,000.00 to be used for marketing and support the operations within the building as described in Attachment A, Grant Application Tourism Development Commission Program Year 2023. The funds of $450,000.00 will be distributed $150,000.00 annually for three years. $283,305.00 to be used for staffing and operational costs as described in Attachment B Tourist Information Center Management Proposal and operating the visitor desk knows as the “Superior Tourism Information Center (STIC) and is functioning as the City of Superior’s tourism entity. The funds of $283,305.00 will be distributed $94,435.00 annually for three years. $250,000.00 to be used for capital improvements to the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center. 2. Project. Period. The Project has been approved from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2025 (the “Project Period”). DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 Should Grantee desire to extend the duration of the Project Period, Grantee shall submit a written request to the TDC and the City no later than 60 days prior to the Project Period end date. If the TDC and the City approves the extension, the parties shall execute an amendment to this Agreement. An extension of the Project Period will not result in an increase in funding. 3. Payment. The Grant funds available pursuant to this Agreement will be paid by the City to the Grantee as follows: $450,000.00 to be used for marketing and support the operations within the building as described in Attachment A. The funds of $450,000.00 will be distributed $150,000.00 annually for three years. The annual amount of $150,000.00 will be distributed to the Grantee each year in four (4) equal installments to be paid on the first working day of each calendar quarter. $283,305.00 to be used for staffing and operational costs as described in Attachment A. The funds of $283,305.00 will be distributed $94,435.00 annually for three years. The annual amount of $94,435.00 will be distributed to the Grantee each year in four (4) equal installments to be paid on the first working day of each calendar quarter. $250,000.00 to be used for capital improvements to the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center. The process for the disbursement of the capital improvements allotment shall be: 1. The Grantee submits a proposed project to the TDC. The proposed project must include a description of the project and estimated costs. 2. If the TDC approves the proposed project, the TDC will provide the Grantee with forty percent (40%) of the total cost of the project from the capital improvements allotment. 3. The Grantee will be required to enter into a formal contract with the contractor, which shall include a not-to-exceed cost. 4. The Grantee shall be required to present the contract to the TDC for the TDC to formally approve the project. This approval will obligate the TDC to the amount of assistance the TDC will apply to the project. 5. If the proposed project exceeds twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00), the TDC shall bring forward the contract between the Grantee and its contractor as well as the TDC’s obligation of funds to the Superior Common Council for final approval before work on the project can begin. 6. The Grantee shall be obligated to make all payments to the contractor. 7. The Grantee shall submit invoices for reimbursement for the project to the TDC no more frequently than quarterly or upon completion of the project. 8. The TDC will submit all approved invoices for reimbursement to the City of Superior for payment to the Grantee. DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 If the Grantee fails to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement, the City may withhold, temporarily or permanently, all, or any, unpaid portion of the Grant upon giving written notice to the Grantee, and/or terminate this Agreement and the City shall have no further funding obligation to the Grantee under this Agreement. The Grantee shall repay the City for all unauthorized, illegal or unlawful receipt of funds, including unlawful and/or unauthorized receipt of funds discovered after the expiration of this Agreement. In the event the Grantee ceases to exist, or ceases or suspends its operation for any reason, any remaining unpaid portion of this Agreement shall be retained by the City and the City shall have no further funding obligation to Grantee with regard to those unpaid funds. The determination that the Grantee has ceased or suspended its operation shall be made solely by the City and the Grantee, its successors or assigns in interest, agrees to be bound by the City’s determination. Funds which are to be repaid to the City pursuant to this Agreement, are to be repaid by delivering to the City a cashier’s check for the total amount due payable to the City of Superior within thirty (30) days of the City’s demand. All corporate, partnership officers or owners of Grantee are individually and severally responsible for refunding grant funds to the City in the event of a default. Invoices shall be submitted to: City of Superior Attn: Mayor’s Office 1316 N. 14th Street Superior, WI 54880 4. Termination The City reserves the right to terminate this Agreement for any reason upon ten (10) days’ written notice to Grantee. The City shall pay the Grantee any acceptable invoices for expenses during the notice period. 5. Indemnification. The Grantee agrees to protect, defend, reimburse, indemnify and hold the City, its agents, its employees and elected officers and each of them, free and harmless at all times from and against any and all claims, liability, expenses, losses, costs, fines and damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees, and causes of action of every kind and character against and from City which may arise out of this Agreement. 6. Insurance. Grantee must provide the City with evidence of insurance as follows: general liability insurance - $1,000,000; umbrella - $1,000,000; and evidence of auto liability insurance and worker’s compensation insurance. This evidence of insurance must be provided to: DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 City of Superior Attn: Contract Analyst 1316 N 14th Street Superior, WI 54880 7. No Relationship. Grantee understands and agrees that the relationship of Grantee and the City arising out of this Agreement is that of a contracted service provider, not an employee or contracted employee of the City of Superior, the Mayor’s office, or any other entity within the municipality, and therefore, is not entitled to any benefits provided to employees of the City of Superior. 8. Taxes. Grantee will act as an independent entity and will be responsible for all federal, state and local taxes arising in accordance with this Agreement, as well as any other taxes, fees or licensing expenses pertaining to this Agreement. 9. Entire Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire understanding of the parties with respect to the maters contained herein, and supersedes all other written and oral agreements between the parties with respect to such matters. 10. Modification. This Agreement is binding only when signed by both parties. Any modifications or amendments must be in writing and signed by both parties. 11. Force Majeure. Each party shall be excused from any breach of this Agreement which is causes by war, strike, and act of Nature or other similar circumstances normally deemed outside the control of well-managed businesses. 12. Governing Law. The Agreement will be interpreted, and the rights and liabilities of the Parties determined, in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin. 13. Headings and Captions. Headings and Captions appear solely for convenience of reference. Such headings and captions are not part of this Agreement and shall not be used to construe it. 14. Validity. If any provision or provisions of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, the validity, legality and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not in any way be affected or impaired thereby. 15. Integrated Agreement. This Agreement contains the entire Agreement and understanding among the Parties regarding the matters set forth herein and supersedes all previous negotiations, discussions, and understandings regarding such matters. The Parties acknowledge and represent that they have not relied on any promise, inducement, representation, or other statement made in connection with this Agreement that is not DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 expressly contained herein. The terms of this Agreement are contractual and not a mere recital. 16. Non-Discrimination. Upon execution of this Agreement, Grantee agrees as follows: Grantee does not discriminate against any employee, applicate for employment, independent contractor, or any other person because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. 17. No Guarantee of Future Funding. Provision of this Grant does not imply any future funding commitment by the City. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereby executed this Agreement June 27, 2023. Grantee: Bong P-38 Fund, Inc. dba Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center 305 East 2nd Street Superior, WI 54880 ____________________________ John Gidley, Executive Director City of Superior, Wisconsin: ____________________________ _______________________________ Jim Paine, Mayor Heidi Blunt, City Clerk ____________________________ _______________________________ Nicholas Rhinehart, Finance Director Frog Prell, City Attorney Approved at the Superior City Council meeting on: June 20, 2023 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 Exhibit A DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 Tourist Information Center Management Proposal Staffing: 8 hours Per day at $15.00 Per hour = $120 If staffed 5 days per week $31,200 minimum $120.00 X 358 (days the center will be open per year) = $42,960 minimum $42,960 Benefits: Simple Ira $1,289, Health insurance costs could be as high as $6,000 $7,289 FICA etc. (.0765 x 42,960) $3,286 Management, scheduling, staffing etc… $5,000 *Estimation: My estimate would be anywhere from $40,000 to $55,000 depending on how the center is staffed, whether it is staffed with a full-time employee or two part-time employees. I feel it would take a full year of managing the center to truly figure costs and the best method of staffing. Total: $58,535 Operational Costs: Brochure purchases, Shipping costs, Postage estimate $25,000 Recycling and removal of dated materials estimate $2,000 Phone line and installation/Free wi-fi $300 Wiring for work stations or second POS station $700 Laptop or desktop Computer $1,600 Printer/Copier $800 Misc. office supplies $500 Fixtures $5,000 Total: $35,900 Proposal Grand Total: $94,435 DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 *Other possible expenses: Upgrade of electronic signage in front of building? Marketing? There may be other costs that are not considered in this proposal and without out a full year of managing the tourist information center would we be able to get an accurate accounting. If we are able to reduce the days in which it the tourist information is staffed or if we are able to train members of our volunteer staff to man the tourist information desk, the request for staffing dollars would decrease. They may also be unexpected expenses that arise as well. John Gidley Executive Director DocuSign Envelope ID: 27B69BF1-89BE-43D3-866C-476228F32AD3 Accepted Proposal: Q1 2025 Q2 2025 Q3 2025 Q4 2025 Amount Remaining: Staffing 100,000.00 35,536.37 42,980.71 27,800.68 51,213.72 (57,531.48) Facility Expenses 10,000.00 4,548.83 3,555.77 1,895.40 4,425.15 (4,425.15) Marketing/Events 40,000.00 13,431.20 10,359.06 9,891.98 3,670.33 2,647.43 Total: 150,000.00 53,516.40 56,895.54 39,588.06 59,309.20 (59,309.20) Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center Marketing Budget Proposal: Tourism Commission 2025 For year ending December 31, 2025 Staffing: Wages: Gift Shop $6,584.93 Executive Director $13,271.06 Curator & Collections Assistant $1,117.67 Facilities Maintenance $2,483.25 Bong Squad $105.00 Contracted Payments $15,126.93 Total Wages: $38,688.84 Employer Payroll Taxes $2,255.95 Total Employer Payroll Taxes: $2,255.95 Benefits $475.07 Total Employer Benefits: $475.07 Total Staffing Expenses: $41,419.86 3rd Quarter Overage not Used 9,793.86 Total Staffing Expenses Eligible for Approved Proposal $51,213.72 Facilities Expenses: Utilities Expense $1,471.24 Facility Maintenance Supplies $1,677.62 Total Facilities Expenses: $3,148.86 3rd Quarter Overage not Used 1,276.29 Total Facilities Expenses Eligible for Approved Proposal $4,425.15 Marketing/Events: Grapic Design $316.50 Website Development/Maintenance $747.00 Advertising $2,268.83 Brochures/Poster Distribution $338.00 Memorial Day Promotion $0.00 Fourth of July Promotion $0.00 Escape the Bong $0.00 Circle WI Membership $0.00 Circle WI Convention $0.00 MEA Convention (School Group Tours) $0.00 Bong Center Summer Events $0.00 One-Time Special Events $0.00 Total Marketing/Events Expenses: $3,670.33 Total Request for Period from 10/01/2025 to 12/31/2025: $59,309.20 Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center Marketing Budget Proposal: Tourism Commission 2025 Period From 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025 Employee Name Gross Wages Employer Payroll Taxes Benefits (HSA, Health Insurance, SIMPLE Plan) Total Employer Cost Allocation Percentage Total Wages Allocated Total Payroll Taxes Allocated Total Benefits Allocated Total Cost Allocated Gift Shop: Conor Boyle 1,052.00 106.77 1,158.77 20% 210.40 21.35 - 231.75 Brenda Blomfelt - 20% - - - - Jodi Fiske 7,542.22 576.98 8,119.20 50% 3,771.11 288.49 - 4,059.60 Pete Fiske 4,629.31 354.15 4,983.46 20% 925.86 70.83 - 996.69 Isabella Garley 960.50 97.49 1,057.99 20% 192.10 19.50 - 211.60 Marcy Price 802.50 81.43 883.93 20% 160.50 16.29 - 176.79 Rafaela Solis 6,624.80 506.80 198.74 7,330.34 20% 1,324.96 101.36 39.75 1,466.07 Total: 21,611.33 1,723.62 198.74 23,533.69 6,584.93 517.82 39.75 7,142.50 Executive Director: John Gidley 26,542.11 2,030.47 659.98 29,232.56 50% 13,271.06 1,015.24 329.99 14,616.28 Total: 26,542.11 2,030.47 659.98 29,232.56 13,271.06 1,015.24 329.99 14,616.28 Curator & Collections Assistant: Briana Fiandt 22,353.42 1,639.69 643.02 24,636.13 5% 1,117.67 81.98 32.15 1,231.81 Total: 22,353.42 1,639.69 643.02 24,636.13 1,117.67 81.98 32.15 1,231.81 Facilities Maintenance: Randy Freeman 9,758.00 746.49 292.74 10,797.23 25% 2,439.50 186.62 73.19 2,699.31 Xavier Jones 175.00 17.77 192.77 25% 43.75 4.44 - 48.19 Total: 9,933.00 764.26 292.74 10,990.00 2,483.25 191.07 73.19 2,747.50 Bong Squad: Kendra Barton - 100% - - - - Hazel Lewis - 100% - - - - Elijah Minor 90.00 9.13 Abigail Watt 105.00 10.66 115.66 100% 105.00 10.66 - 115.66 Total: 195.00 19.79 - 115.66 105.00 10.66 - 115.66 Social Media/Marketing Position Tristan Akason 5,769.24 585.58 6,354.82 75% 4,326.93 439.19 - 4,766.12 Lisa Blade Creative 14,400.00 14,400.00 75% 10,800.00 - - 10,800.00 20,169.24 585.58 - 20,754.82 15,126.93 439.19 - 15,566.12 Grand Total: 100,804.10 6,763.41 1,794.48 109,262.86 - 38,688.84 2,255.95 475.07 41,419.86 Per Gusto Payroll Journal Report: 86,404.10 6,763.41 1,794.48 Per Gusto Contractor Report: 14,400.00 Difference - - - 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025 Facility Expenses: SWL&P Total Paid Allocation PercentageTotal Cost Allocated October 885.11 30% 265.53 November 1,005.96 30% 301.79 December 1,448.49 30% 434.55 EarthLink October 603.91 30% 181.17 November 553.91 30% 166.17 December 406.76 30% 122.03 Total: 1,471.24 Facility Maintenance Supplies: Total per QBO Q4 20256,710.46 25% 1,677.62 3,148.86 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025 Marketing/Events: Graphic Design MailChimp 316.50 Total Graphic Design 316.50 Website Development/Maintenance Bear North Digital 747.00 Total Website Development/Maintenance 747.00 Advertising Dri Signs 124.83 Lincoln Marketing 849.00 MediaUSA Advertising 1,295.00 Total Advertising 2,268.83 Brochures/Poster Distribution JS Print Group 338.00 Total Brochures/Poster Distribution 338.00 Memorial Day Total Memorial Day - Fourth of July Promotion Total Fourth of July Promotion - Escape the Bong Total Escape the Bong - Circle WI Membership Total Circle WI Membership - Circle WI Convention Total Circle WI Convention - MEA Convention (School Group Tours) Bong Center Summer Event Total Bong Center Summer Event - One-Time Special Events Total One-Time Special Events - 3,670.33 Accepted Proposal: Q1 2025 Q2 2025 Q3 2025 Q4 2025 Amount Remaining: Staffing 58,535.00 25,702.03 32,323.19 18,229.54 44,588.54 (62,308.30) Operational Costs 35,900.00 8,572.46 3,914.43 5,693.35 5,964.72 11,755.04 Total: 94,435.00 34,274.49 36,237.62 23,922.89 50,553.26 (50,553.26) Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center Tourist Information Center Management Proposal For year ending December 31, 2025 Staffing: Wages: Gift Shop/Tourist Information Center $10,805.67 Social Media/Marketing Position $5,042.31 Executive Director (Management) $13,271.06 Facilities Maintenance (Management) $993.30 Total Wages: $30,112.33 Employer Payroll Taxes $2,099.87 Total Employer Payroll Taxes: $2,099.87 Benefits (HSA, Health Insurance, SIMPLE Plan) $458.63 Total Employer Benefits: $458.63 Total Wages, Employer Taxes and Employer Benefits: $32,670.83 3rd Quarter Overage Not Used 11,917.71 Total Wages, Employer Taxes and Employer Benefits for Approved Proposal:$44,588.54 Operational Costs: Brochure Purchases, Shipping Costs, Postage $252.35 Circle Wisconsin Membership $0.00 Recycling & Removal of Dated Materials $110.04 Facility Expenses $980.83 LSCT US Advertising Package $3,995.00 Wiring for Work Stations or Second POS Station $0.00 Mileage $119.70 Liability Insurance $506.80 Misc. Other Expenses $0.00 Tourism Information Center Meeting Travel Expenses $0.00 Total Operational Costs: $5,964.72 Total Request for Period from 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025: $50,553.26 Period From 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025 Tourist Information Center Management Proposal Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025 Employee Name Gross Wages Employer Payroll Taxes Benefits (HSA, Health Insurance, SIMPLE Plan) Total Employer Cost Allocation Percentage Total Wages Allocated Total Payroll Taxes Allocated Total Benefits Allocated Total Cost Allocated Gift Shop/Tourist Information Center: Brenda Blomfelt - - 50% - - - - Conor Boyle 1,052.00 106.77 1,158.77 50% 526.00 53.39 - 579.39 Jodi Fiske 7,542.22 576.98 8,119.20 50% 3,771.11 288.49 - 4,059.60 Pete Fiske 4,629.31 354.15 4,983.46 50% 2,314.66 177.08 - 2,491.73 Isabella Garley 960.50 97.49 1,057.99 50% 480.25 48.75 - 529.00 Marcy Price 802.50 81.43 883.93 50% 401.25 40.72 - 441.97 Rafaela Solis 6,624.80 506.80 198.74 7,330.34 50% 3,312.40 253.40 99.37 3,665.17 Total: 21,611.33 1,723.62 198.74 23,533.69 10,805.67 861.81 99.37 11,766.85 Social Media/Marketing Position Tristan Akason 5,769.24 585.58 6,354.82 25% 1,442.31 146.40 - 1,588.71 Lisa Blade Creative 14,400.00 - 14,400.00 25% 3,600.00 - - 3,600.00 Total: 20,169.24 585.58 - 20,754.82 5,042.31 146.40 - 5,188.71 Executive Director: John Gidley 26,542.11 2,030.47 659.98 29,232.56 50% 13,271.06 1,015.24 329.99 14,616.28 Total: 26,542.11 2,030.47 659.98 29,232.56 13,271.06 1,015.24 329.99 14,616.28 Facilities Maintenance: Randy Freeman 9,758.00 746.49 292.74 10,797.23 10% 975.80 74.65 29.27 1,079.72 Xavier Jones 175.00 17.77 192.77 10% 17.50 1.78 - 19.28 Total: 9,933.00 764.26 292.74 10,990.00 993.30 76.43 29.27 1,099.00 Grand Total: 78,255.68 5,103.93 1,151.46 63,756.25 30,112.33 2,099.87 458.63 32,670.83 Per Gusto Payroll Journal Report:63,855.68 5,103.93 1,151.46 Per Gusto Contractor Report: 14,400.00 Difference - - - 10/01/2025 - 12/31/2025 Brochure Purchases, Shipping Costs, Postage Estimate USPS/ZIP IT AND SHIPIT 252.35 Arrowhead Printing Inc Recycling & Removal of Dated Materials Hartels 110.04 Facility Expenses: SWL&P October 885.11 20% 177.02 November 1,005.96 20% 201.19 December 1,448.49 20% 289.70 Total: 3,339.56 667.91 Earthlink October 603.91 20% 120.78 November 553.91 20% 110.78 December 406.76 20% 81.35 Total: 1,564.58 312.92 Total Facility Expenses: 980.83 Circle Wisconsin Membership Tourism Information Center Meeting Travel Expenses LSCT US Advertising Package 3,995.00 Mileage Reimbursement 119.70 Liability Insurance October 793.00 20% 158.60 November 933.00 20% 186.60 December 808.00 20% 161.60 Total: 2,534.00 506.80 Misc. Other Expenses Volunteer Reimbursement Total: - 5,964.72 Accepted Proposal: Q1 2024 Q2 2024 Q3 2024 Q4 2024 Amount Remaining: Staffing 100,000.00 35,872.67 41,520.20 22,607.13 $67,360.07 (67,360.07) Facility Expenses 10,000.00 4,871.21 5,214.40 - 11,136.90 (11,222.51) Marketing/Events 40,000.00 13,318.51 11,207.68 15,388.20 12,551.41 (12,465.80) Total: 150,000.00 54,062.39 57,942.28 37,995.33 91,048.37 (91,048.37) Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center Marketing Budget Proposal: Tourism Commission 2024 For year ending December 31, 2024 Staffing: Wages: Gift Shop $6,719.51 Executive Director $12,576.61 Curator & Collections Assistant $1,027.20 Facilities Maintenance $2,533.69 Bong Squad $1,157.50 Contracted Payments $18,900.00 Total Wages: $42,914.51 Employer Payroll Taxes $1,860.76 Total Employer Payroll Taxes: $1,860.76 Benefits $515.32 Total Employer Benefits: $515.32 Total Staffing Expenses: $45,290.59 3rd Quarter Overage not Used 22,069.48 Total Staffing Expenses Eligible for Approved Proposal $67,360.07 Facilities Expenses: Utilities Expense $3,516.32 Facility Maintenance Supplies $2,772.12 Total Facilities Expenses: $6,288.44 3rd Quarter Overage not Used $4,848.46 Total Facilities Expenses Eligible for Approved Proposal $11,136.90 Marketing/Events: Grapic Design $316.50 Website Development/Maintenance $747.00 Advertising $8,996.88 Brochures/Poster Distribution $462.50 Memorial Day Promotion $0.00 Fourth of July Promotion $0.00 Escape the Bong $0.00 Circle WI Membership $0.00 Circle WI Convention $0.00 MEA Convention (School Group Tours) $0.00 Bong Center Summer Events $0.00 One-Time Special Events $0.00 Total Marketing/Events Expenses: $10,522.88 3rd Quarter Overage not Used 2,028.53 Total Marketing/Events Eligible for Approved Proposal $12,551.41 Total Request for Period from 10/01/2024 to 12/31/2024: $91,048.37 Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center Marketing Budget Proposal: Tourism Commission 2024 Period From 10/01/2024 - 12/31/2024 10/01/2024 - 12/31/2024 Employee Name Gross Wages Employer Payroll Taxes Benefits (HSA, Health Insurance, SIMPLE Plan) Total Employer Cost Allocation Percentage Total Wages Allocated Total Payroll Taxes Allocated Total Benefits Allocated Total Cost Allocated Gift Shop: Brenda Blomfelt 606.64 54.59 661.23 20% 121.33 10.92 - 132.25 April Campbell 745.04 67.04 812.08 20% 149.01 13.41 - 162.42 Jodi Fiske 7,795.29 596.34 8,391.63 50% 3,897.65 298.17 - 4,195.82 Pete Fiske 6,048.56 462.71 6,511.27 20% 1,209.71 92.54 - 1,302.25 Marcy Price 772.13 69.49 841.62 20% 154.43 13.90 - 168.32 Rafaela Solis 5,936.97 475.03 178.12 6,590.12 20% 1,187.39 95.01 35.62 1,318.02 Total: 21,904.63 1,725.20 178.12 23,807.95 6,719.51 523.94 35.62 7,279.08 Executive Director: John Gidley 25,153.22 1,924.22 754.59 27,832.03 50% 12,576.61 962.11 377.30 13,916.02 Total: 25,153.22 1,924.22 754.59 27,832.03 12,576.61 962.11 377.30 13,916.02 Curator & Collections Assistant: Briana Fiandt 20,544.00 1,501.28 599.24 22,644.52 5% 1,027.20 75.06 29.96 1,132.23 Catherine Taylor - 5% - - - - Total: 20,544.00 1,501.28 599.24 22,644.52 1,027.20 75.06 29.96 1,132.23 Facilities Maintenance: Randy Freeman 9,657.75 738.82 289.74 10,686.31 25% 2,414.44 184.71 72.44 2,671.58 Xavier Jones 477.00 42.92 519.92 25% 119.25 10.73 - 129.98 Total: 10,134.75 781.74 289.74 11,206.23 2,533.69 195.44 72.44 2,801.56 Bong Squad: Conor Boyle 1,052.50 94.75 1,147.25 100% 1,052.50 94.75 - 1,147.25 Jordan Goldfine - 100% - - - - Dallas Jondreau 105.00 9.46 114.46 100% 105.00 9.46 - 114.46 Elijah Minor - 100% - - - - Abigail Watt - 100% - - - - Total: 1,157.50 104.21 - 1,261.71 1,157.50 104.21 - 1,261.71 Contracted Social Media/Marketing Position Lisa Blade Creative 25,200.00 25,200.00 75% 18,900.00 - - 18,900.00 25,200.00 - - 25,200.00 18,900.00 - - 18,900.00 Grand Total: 104,094.10 6,036.65 1,821.69 111,952.44 - 42,914.51 1,860.76 515.32 45,290.59 Per Gusto Payroll Journal Report: 78,894.10 6,036.65 1,821.69 Per Gusto Contractor Report: 25,200.00 Difference - - - 10/01/2024-12/31/2024 Facility Expenses: SWL&P Total Paid Allocation PercentageTotal Cost Allocated October 2,662.87 30% 798.86 November 4,509.41 30% 1,352.82 December 2,470.04 30% 741.01 Nextera October 717.25 30% 215.18 November 680.74 30% 204.22 December 680.75 30% 204.23 Total: 3,516.32 Facility Maintenance Supplies: Total per QBO Q4 202411,088.47 25% 2,772.12 6,288.44 10/01/2024 - 12/31/2024 Marketing/Events: Graphic Design MailChimp 316.50 Total Graphic Design 316.50 Website Development/Maintenance Bear North Digital 747.00 Total Website Development/Maintenance 747.00 Advertising AdMax 250.00 WDIO 2,600.00 JS Print Group 2,300.00 Lincoln Marketing 849.00 MediaUSA Advertising 2,590.00 Host Monster 407.88 Total Advertising 8,996.88 Brochures/Poster Distribution Daymark Designs 437.50 JS Print Group 25.00 Total Brochures/Poster Distribution 462.50 Memorial Day Total Memorial Day - Fourth of July Promotion Total Fourth of July Promotion - Escape the Bong Total Escape the Bong - Circle WI Membership Total Circle WI Membership - Circle WI Convention Total Circle WI Convention - MEA Convention (School Group Tours) Bong Center Summer Event Total Bong Center Summer Event - One-Time Special Events Total One-Time Special Events - 10,522.88 Accepted Proposal: Q1 2024 Q2 2024 Q3 2024 Q4 2024 Amount Remaining: Staffing 58,535.00 25,644.05 29,473.30 20,718.55 40,262.44 (57,563.34) Operational Costs 35,900.00 8,199.20 6,085.25 4,314.65 4,578.06 12,722.84 Total: 94,435.00 33,843.25 35,558.55 25,033.20 44,840.51 (44,840.51) Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center Tourist Information Center Management Proposal For year ending December 31, 2024 Staffing: Wages: Gift Shop/Tourist Information Center $10,952.32 Social Media/Marketing Position $6,300.00 Executive Director (Management) $12,576.61 Facilities Maintenance (Management) $1,013.48 Total Wages: $30,842.40 Employer Payroll Taxes $1,902.88 Total Employer Payroll Taxes: $1,902.88 Benefits (HSA, Health Insurance, SIMPLE Plan) $495.33 Total Employer Benefits: $495.33 Total Wages, Employer Taxes and Employer Benefits: $33,240.61 3rd Quarter Overage not used 7,021.81 Total Wages, Employer Taxes and Employer Benefits for Approved Proposal:$40,262.44 Operational Costs: Brochure Purchases, Shipping Costs, Postage $1,160.81 Circle Wisconsin Membership $495.00 Recycling & Removal of Dated Materials $101.64 Facility Expenses $2,344.21 Lake Superior Publishing $0.00 Wiring for Work Stations or Second POS Station $0.00 Mileage $0.00 Liability Insurance $476.40 Misc. Office Supplies $0.00 Tourism Information Center Meeting Travel Expenses $0.00 Total Operational Costs: $4,578.06 Total Request for Period from 10/01/2024 - 12/31/2024: $44,840.51 Period From 10/01/2024 - 12/31/2024 Tourist Information Center Management Proposal Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center 10/01/2024 - 12/31/2024 Employee Name Gross Wages Employer Payroll Taxes Benefits (HSA, Health Insurance, SIMPLE Plan) Total Employer Cost Allocation Percentage Total Wages Allocated Total Payroll Taxes Allocated Total Benefits Allocated Total Cost Allocated Gift Shop/Tourist Information Center: Brenda Blomfelt 606.64 54.59 661.23 50% 303.32 27.30 - 330.62 April Campbell 745.04 67.04 812.08 50% 372.52 33.52 - 406.04 Jodi Fiske 7,795.29 596.34 8,391.63 50% 3,897.65 298.17 - 4,195.82 Pete Fiske 6,048.56 462.71 6,511.27 50% 3,024.28 231.36 - 3,255.64 Marcy Price 772.13 69.49 841.62 50% 386.07 34.75 - 420.81 Rafaela Solis 5,936.97 475.03 178.12 6,590.12 50% 2,968.49 237.52 89.06 3,295.06 Total: 21,904.63 1,725.20 178.12 23,807.95 10,952.32 862.60 89.06 11,903.98 Contracted Social Media/Marketing Position Lisa Blade Creative 25,200.00 25,200.00 25% 6,300.00 - - 6,300.00 Total: 25,200.00 - - 25,200.00 6,300.00 - - 6,300.00 Executive Director: John Gidley 25,153.22 1,924.22 754.59 27,832.03 50% 12,576.61 962.11 377.30 13,916.02 Total: 25,153.22 1,924.22 754.59 27,832.03 12,576.61 962.11 377.30 13,916.02 Facilities Maintenance: Randy Freeman 9,657.75 738.82 289.74 10,686.31 10% 965.78 73.88 28.97 1,068.63 Xavier Jones 477.00 42.92 519.92 10% 47.70 4.29 - 51.99 Total: 10,134.75 781.74 289.74 11,206.23 1,013.48 78.17 28.97 1,120.62 Grand Total: 82,392.60 4,431.16 1,222.45 62,846.21 30,842.40 1,902.88 495.33 33,240.61 Per Gusto Payroll Journal Report: 57,192.60 4,431.16 1,222.45 Per Gusto Contractor Report: 25,200.00 Difference - - - 10/01/2024-12/31/2024 Brochure Purchases, Shipping Costs, Postage Estimate USPS/ZIP IT AND SHIPIT 1,160.81 Arrowhead Printing Inc - Recycling & Removal of Dated MaterialsHartels 101.64 Facility Expenses: SWL&P October 2,662.87 20% 532.57 November 4,509.41 20% 901.88 December 2,470.04 20% 494.01 Total: 9,642.32 1,928.46 Nextera/Earthlink October 717.25 20% 143.45 November 680.74 20% 136.15 December 680.75 20% 136.15 Total: 2,078.74 415.75 Total Facility Expenses: 2,344.21 Circle Wisconsin Membership 495.00 Tourism Information Center Meeting Travel Expenses Lake Superior Publishing Mileage Reimbursement Liability Insurance October 656.00 20% 131.20 November 933.00 20% 186.60 December 793.00 20% 158.60 Total: 2,382.00 476.40 Misc. Office Supplies Wayfair Various Office Supplies Total: - 4,578.06