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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-02-14 Commission on Cultural Development Minutes City of Bangor, Commission on Cultural Development Minutes February 14, 2013 8:30 AM City Council Chambers Commissioners present: Tim Lo (Chair), Jamie Ballinger, Judy Boothby , Chas Bruns, Councilor Blanchette, Elisabeth Young, and Jason Bird (staff) Commissioners not in attendance: George Kinghorn (Vice-Chair), Josh Plourde 1. Previous Meeting Minutes Jamie Ballinger made a motion, which was seconded by Chas Bruns, to approve the minutes as presented. The motion passed by a unanimous vote. 2. Discussion of Grant Review Process and Project Funding The group considered changing the criteria by which funding is allocated. The group said that it will discuss this in more detail at its next meeting. Points that the group considered: Favoring applications from new organizations Developing a scoring criteria whereby applications can be evaluated The group recommended that the website be changed to direct artists and non not-for- profit organizations to solicit fiscal sponsorship from existing non-profit organizations. Jason said that he will have those changes made. 3. Grantee Report from PechaKucha Francesca DeSanctis provided an update to the group on the funding they received to start their programs. She stated that they are now completely self funded and often reach maximum capacity. 4. Filling Vacancy Discussion The Commission discussed whether they will be able to fill the vacant position. Jason said that he will ask the Clerk’s office if they would be willing to go through the process. 5. Other items There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned.