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Sturgis Museum seeks $3,500 for operations, cites need for internet and security
Summary
Kim Jones of the Sturgis Museum requested $3,500 to cover operational costs and described needs including internet service, security cameras, a website redesign and an intern to expand open hours.
Kim Jones, representing the Sturgis Museum, asked the Pocomoke City mayor and council to continue municipal support and requested $3,500 for operational expenses for the coming fiscal year. Jones said museum volunteers and a small board manage operations and that recent increases in utility and operating costs have created new budgetary pressures.
Operational needs described in the presentation included resolving address complications that are delaying installation of internet and phone service, installing security cameras after a reported vandalism incident in the museum parking area, and redesigning the museum website after prior pro bono support ended. Jones said the board is also pursuing a grant writer and hopes to hire an intern to expand seasonal open hours between March and October.
Why it matters: The museum manages local historical artifacts and programming, including the one-room schoolhouse. Jones said municipal support helps maintain the museum, facilitates grant applications and supports community events such as Juneteenth programming.
Council response: Council members thanked Jones and offered to help coordinate with city staff. No formal vote on funding was recorded at the session.
Looking ahead: The museum said it will continue to pursue grants and to seek operational support from partners; Jones asked council members to coordinate on upcoming event planning and communications so the museum can be listed on city event materials.
