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3. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY None -- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. BOARD, COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE REPORTS A. Report from the Civic Cultural Commission regarding the Fox Theatre Councilwoman La Berge presented the Civic Cultural Commission report, and described the original goals of the Fox Theatre Task Force: create an atmosphere that attracts participants and improves the cultural atmosphere in the City; work cooperatively with the theatre group and bring people to the theatre, restaurants and other downtown establishments; support a multicultural community; bring good things to the night life of Redwood City; inspire and teach culture in the City; provide improved quality of life in the community; and, retain a historical focal point in Redwood City; Councilwoman La Berge explained the two recommendations proposed by the Civic Cultural Commission and advised the final decision for funding the $30,000 to the Peninsula Center Stage for three productions in FY 1993/94 would take place during the budget process in June. Oliver Redington, Chairperson of the Civic Cultural Commission, described the Commission's unanimous support for the two recommendations. Peter Bliznick, Executive Director of Peninsula Center Stage, described the importance of Redwood City's commitment to the Arts in general and the Fox Theatre specifically, and described the need for continued funding as one component of their financial survival. Councilwoman Gasparini asked Mr. Bliznick to comment on PCS's other fund raising activities, if the council could have access to financial statements and the PCS budget, how was the $30,000 figure chosen, and did PCS have a plan for the future to someday reach a break even point, or would they need continuing City financial assistance. Councilwoman Steinfeld asked Mr. Bliznick to comment on PCS's non-profit status; the need for a complete review of PCS's financial picture and the income and outgo; the City as shareholders and the need for accountability; the desire to see PCS stage a concerted effort to do more with less as the City is having to do; and the need for the Fox Theatre to be available to the community and other groups in order to raise revenue and lessen the need for such a large grant from the City. Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTE BOOK NO. 51 May 24, 1993 Page 4 Page No. 416