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Fossils Discovery Center highlights programs and seeks recognition for 'Mammoth Orange'
Summary
Michelle Pacino, director and Fossils Discovery Center board president, briefed supervisors on outreach programs (about 10,000 students annually), museum promotions and efforts to secure historic recognition for the 'Mammoth Orange'; the consent calendar item including the center's request was approved 4–0.
Michelle Pacino, identified as president of the Fossils Discovery Center board and director at the museum, addressed the board in support of an agenda item to submit the site associated with the historic "Mammoth Orange" and provided an update on the center’s programs and outreach.
"I certainly hope you consider it because it is truly a part of the history of Madera County," Pacino said, and she described the museum’s school field-trip program (about 10,000 children annually), partnerships with regional museums and Native American tribes, and promotional materials for sponsors and visitors. Supervisors responded positively and discussed possible Caltrans support for a facade or exhibit treatment similar to neighboring counties.
The board approved the consent calendar, including the museum item, by a recorded vote of 4–0.
