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Cultural Development Board Meeting of August 2, 2016.
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Cultural Grantee Requests, Updates, & Reviews
1. Cuban Classical Ballet
The Board was updated on the decision of the City Commission to require return of FY2014-15 grant funds as recommended by the Board. Ms. Cathers reported that the organization has asked for further consideration.
2. Board Reports
Board members reported on cultural programs they attended, including: Coral Gables Congregational Church, Community Arts Program; GableStage; and Mainly Mozart. Ms. Cathers spoke of ongoing efforts to fill the void left by Sunday Afternoons of Music. She also informed the Board that Area Stage is seeking a new location due to re-development of their current space. The theater is scheduled for demolition within the next two years. Space requirement details were provided and Board members discussed temporary solutions such as using an area school for performances. Discussion continued about the importance of keeping the theater company within Coral Gables.
FY 2016-17 Cultural Grant Updates
1. Grant Workshop and Next CDB Meeting
Board members discussed the new application and agreed to make individual appointments if they wish to review it online with staff. Ms. Cathers asked if Board members would prefer to hold their September Board meeting prior to the Cultural Grant workshop. Board members unanimously agreed to move the September Cultural Development Board meeting to 3:30 p.m. August 31st, prior to the Cultural Grant workshop.
2. City Commission Meetings
Staff provided the Board with the City Commission budget hearing dates for FY2016-2017 - September 13 and September 27. It was stated that a motion was made at the previous meeting to have Mr. Perez attend and speak on behalf of the Cultural Development Board in support of the increased Cultural Grant funds noted on the Budget Estimate for FY2016-2017.
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES ORDINANCE AMENDMENT:
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