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Filippi discussed the meeting between Raices de Mexico and PCS which was to be held tonight and the request of PCS to retract statements made by City Councilmembers which appeared in local newspapers. He felt that $15,000.00 was being designated to one facility and that the Commission should be able to grant funds to groups who want to use a different venue other than the Fox Theater. Commissioner Piulle felt strongly that the Commission should continue using the $15,000.00 at the Fox Theater because it enhances the surrounding area. She suggested opening up the grant process to non-local groups who would like to utilize the Fox. She felt that if money was left after making the grants then the Commission should be able to use it elsewhere. She also felt that we are getting our money's worth. Commissioner Filippi felt the Commission should be given the charge to make decisions to use funds where it decided is best and not be restricted to any particular location. Commissioner Ball felt that the $15,000.00 was given to encourage use of the Fox Theater and it is not used to the fullest extent it should be. She felt the $1.00 surcharge should not be presented as a historic preservation fee. M/S Distefano/Piulle: To extend the meeting to 10:15pm Motion passed. Commissioner Distefano felt the Commission should have the discretion to decide where to use the monies and not be restricted to the Fox T'heater because money could be used more effectively elsewhere. Commissioner Redington felt it would not be good to take action that might undermine the Fox Theater Task Force. Commissioner Moran agreed with Commissioner Piulle that the Commission should continue its responsibility with Fox Theater Grant Program. Don Saye felt the Commission should continue its support of the Fox T'heater grant program. Chairperson Filippi asked to delay a vote on this matter until the February meeting when Commissioner Fischer would be in attendance. Superintendent Hartman said the Fox Theater Task Force will be meeting in January and a report may be coming which may help the Commissioners make a better decision on this matter. M/S Distefano/Ball: To extend the meeting until 10:30pm. Motion passed.