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COMMISSION ON THE ARTS
Council Chambers
City Hall, 515 Clark Avenue
Monday, May 4, 2015
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, and Connie Garnett.
Public Forum
Andrea Gronau made an announcement that Worldly Goods would celebrate World Fair Trade
Day on Saturday.
Approval of April 6, 2015 Minutes
It was moved by Commissioner Brockpahler and seconded by Commissioner Garnett to
approve the April 6, 2015 minutes. The motion carried unanimously.
Fall Special Project Grant Hearings
ACAC – Rhonda Scott indicated that ACAC was applying for an unforeseen need.
Funds would be used to host the Ames Area Studio Tour, which would allow the public to visit
local studios to learn about the artists’ crafts. Connie asked why CASA was no longer able to
support the event. Rhonda explained that the person who used to do the event has moved on.
Because the event affects many artists, Rhonda believes it is a good fit for ACAC. Malinda
confirmed that this event would become part of ACAC’s annual grant program.
Worldly Goods – Andrea Gronau explained that this grant request would focus on folk
arts that are not typically represented in Ames. An entry fee will be charged to ensure that
participants show up. Four artists are planned, with a fifth later in the year. The venue will
change depending on the space needs of the artists and the timing.
Malinda indicated that Brian will send the Commissioners an excel spreadsheet for the
Commissioners to place their grant award recommendations in for the next meeting.
Upcoming Meetings
• June 1, 2015
Commissioner Brockpahler moved adjournment at 5:11 p.m.