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Cultural Development Board Meeting of June 11, 2020.
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NEW BUSINESS:
a. CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT BOARD RESOLUTION
Dr. Roth requested an amendment to the Cultural Development Board resolution, adding to the Board’s purpose as item (c.) “The Board shall review all grant applications for City funding and make funding recommendations to the City Commission.” In the spirit of encouraging organizations to present cultural programs in the Gables, Ms. Cathers asked the Board to consider deleting the stipulation of having a track record of having presented programs in the City and read the proposed amended resolution aloud. Mr. Pantin asked to include correcting references from “Chairman” to “Chairperson.” The Board agreed and the City Clerk confirmed that the City is now using this title.
Mr. Pantin made a motion to recommend amending the Cultural Development Board resolution as presented and amended. Ms. Burgos seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
b. ARTS ADVISORY PANEL MEMBER NOMINATIONS
The Board was provided CVs and biography information for two nominations to the Arts Advisory Panel.
CULTURAL GRANTS:
a. FISCAL YEAR 2019-2020
i. Grantee Programs
Prior to the meeting, Board members received a report showing the status of current grantee programs. Staff presented the report and stated that the City Manager has asked staff to address (outstanding grant programs) on a case by case basis. Ms. Cathers stated that some programs will continue to fluctuate based on the current health crisis and venue closures. She went on to describe the options staff is considering for the different organizations and emphasized that staff will not request the return of funds. Ms. Cathers said some organizations have presented virtual programs, scheduled future virtual programs, and re-scheduled events in anticipation of venues opening. Two organizations reported cancelling programs for this fiscal year, but also did not apply for the current grant opportunity. Staff repor...
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