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Civic Cultu�a/Commission Page 4 Minutes of August 6, 1998 discuss the gallery space at City Hall and the hanging and re-framing of the eight pieces of Ralph Ledesma art work at City Hall. Chairperson Ball felt that the $1,500.00 cost to have the art work re-framed should come out of the City's budget and not the Cultural Commission budget. M/S Distefano/Redington: That the City pay for the $1,500.00 cost of re- f�aming the Ralph Ledesma art work. Motion passed unanimously. -Summer Concerts Chai�person Ball reported that the last concert was attended by over 1,000 people and well received by the audience. It was suggested that next year the banner be changed to include the dates of each concert; that the topics of alcohol and dogs in the parks be discussed; and that the dates not conflict with the Chambe�'s Business connection events. -Youth and Special Events Commissioner Britschgi reported that the Art Center did not have an art event at Make-A-Circus on August 4. Superintendent Centeno reported that attendance at the event was low probably due to the extraordinarily hot weather. -Budget There was no report. ITEM 4 — FOCUS 1998-2000 Superintendent Centeno announced the date for large swearing in ceremony was changed to August 27th. The four new Cultural Commissioners will be at the September commission meeting and Superintendent Centeno will do an orientation for them. Commissioner Redington will chair the next meeting at which time the Commissioners will decide when the election of officers will be held. ITEM 5 — EVALUATION OF CULTURAL EVENTS HELD DURING THE PAST 30 DAYS -Commissioner Britschgi suggested the Fox Theater have a "Redwood City Night" and invite the Council, Commissioners and others to a specially designated pe�formance date. -Commissioner Saye attended the PCS production of "Tommy" and commented on the great show. He suggested that the Commissioners attend "en masse" a cultural event or performance. -Chairperson Ball attended the "Wizard of Oz" at the San Mateo Performing Arts Center and said it was a delightful performance. She also commented on her grandson's participation in a six week musical program which included performing on stage, dancing, and singing. ANNOUNCEMENTS A reception for outgoing Commissioners Ball and Distefano will immediately follow this meeting and everyone was invited to attend.