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-Sale of post cards with pictures of properties on National Historic Places <br /> -Money for the purchase of a banner; minimum cost of $200.00 <br /> The Commissioners mentioned that the Cultural Commission sponsors an <br /> art contest for school children and they might be able to work the historic <br /> theme into their annual contest. <br /> Commissioner Piulle mentioned the National Art Contest being held in the <br /> gallery of the Redwood City Art Center and said she believes there would be <br /> no problem in finding professional artists to paint scenes of Redwood City. <br /> ITEM 4-MISS REDWOOD CITY PAGEANT GRANT REQUEST <br /> Geri Mayers of the Miss Redwood City Pageant spoke about the <br /> accomplishments of last year's Miss Redwood City activities. She introduced <br /> Miss Redwood City Ahtossa Piroozfar who has participated in many <br /> community activities in Redwood City. Ms. Piroozfar spoke about how <br /> important the scholarship is to her since she attends law school and felt it is <br /> very necessary for the program. Mrs. Mayers said they are looking at <br /> continuing the program and would again like the Commission's support. <br /> Chairperson Filippi, Commissioners Redington, Distefano, and Moran stated <br /> they would be in favor of supporting this event again. The Commissioners <br /> mentioned that due to budget constraints, they may not be able to consider <br /> the $1,000.00 grant request and asked what other amount would be acceptable. <br /> ITEM 5-REDWOOD SHORES PRESENTATION-SHIRLEY GIRNLER <br /> Shirley Girnler, Board member of the Redwood Shores Homeowners <br /> Association explained their group is requesting funds for seed money for <br /> fund-raising programs so they will become self-supporting. She said the <br /> Association wants to bring the community together and are interested in <br /> presenting concerts in the park, an International Food Fest and also <br /> something to help with senior transportation. Chairperson Filippi suggested <br /> combining this request with our Concert in the Parks Program. It was <br /> suggested that a sub-committee be formed to discuss this matter further. <br /> Ms. Girnler said they would like to do at least three concerts held on Sundays <br /> during the summer. <br /> The following items were taken out of order: <br /> ITEM 7-CONCERTS IN THE PARKS PROGRAM <br /> The Commissioners discussed combining weekend concerts in Redwood <br /> Shores with this program. Supervisor Hannon stated that weekend set-up is <br /> a problem due to transportation of staging and staff overtime costs. Ms. <br /> Girnler said her preference is to have the concerts at Marlin Park. The <br /> Commission decided to appoint a committee to work with Shirley Girnler <br />