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COMMISSION ON THE ARTS
Room 235
City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue
Monday, February 1, 2016
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:01 p.m. by Chair Malinda Cooper. Members present were
Jennifer Brockpahler, Jon Foley, Connie Garnett, and Steve Sullivan.
Prior to proceeding with the business of the agenda, Chair Cooper requested that
Commissioner Brockpahler explain her news. Commissioner Brockpahler stated that she would
be unable to vote during the meeting, as she was taking a position as the director of the Ames
Community Arts Council. She indicated that tonight would be her last meeting.
Approval of December 7, 2015 Minutes
Moved by Commissioner Sullivan, seconded by Commissioner Garnett, to approve the
November 2, 2015 meeting minutes. Motion carried unanimously, with Brockpahler abstaining.
Public Forum
Madeleine Russell, of Co-Motion Dance Theater, announced that the spring concert for
Co’Motion Dance Theater would be in March.
Review of Paragraphs
Chair Cooper requested that the paragraphs be alphabetized to align with the budget allocation
sheet. It was moved by Commissioner Sullivan, seconded by Commissioner Foley, to approve
the paragraphs. Motion carried unanimously, with Brockpahler abstaining.
Budget Presentation to City Council
Chair Cooper indicated she would be in attendance to discuss any issues the City Council had.
Upcoming Meetings/Important Dates
The next COTA meeting will be March 7, 2016
Adjournment
Commissioner Foley moved adjournment at 5:09 p.m.