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Civic Cultural Commission Page 2 Minutes of September 3, 1998 insert wiil appear on September 16t'' in the Independent using the Courthouse logo. It contains information about the Optimist organization and its 52 year history. Festival proceeds constitute 25% of their total budget. Last year's attendance was about 10,000-12,000 people. Optimists are attempting to get some local entertainment groups to fill in other spaces. The entertainment booking agent does San Jose Jazz Festival every year. Mr. Holt confirmed that the "Taste of the Shores" will be held the weekend prior to the Climate Best Fest. The Sunflower Festival is not a conflict. He noted that events for children would include a 4-H petting zoo and PAL Boxing in the "Way to Go" building. Last year's profit on the festival was 53,700 and the highest ever profit was 55,200. The club is attempting to increase the ethnic diversity of the festival. -Vintage Music Theater Bill McKenna of Vintage Music Theater noted that they were late with their application and as a result changed the theme from "Salute to 42"d Avenue" to a centennial tribute to George Gershwin and Vincent Youmans. He has a commitment from Carrington Hall for December 18 and 19. He would prefer the event to be held after January 1 , but the facility is not available for the first two weeks in December. Canada College is only available on December 12. Mr. Julian Patrick, a noted baritone, will be able to perform so there is a need for additional funds. He noted that the majority of the orchestra are seniors. Vintage Music Theater does other performances throughout the community, generally up to four dances and/or performances per year. They volunteered to take part in the Tis the Season program and school projects. Expected attendance is 850 total for both performances. Vintage Music Theater has a mailing list of 3,000 names to which they mail. He noted there is one Redwood City resident on the board and several residents in the orchestra. They are seeking S 1 ,500 in additional funds. Vintage Music Theater will also be willing to return funds to the Commission if the program is a success. Commissioner Dale noted that the grant would constitute a 53.00 ticket subsidy for this event. M/S Schenone/Britschgi: To grant 5500.00 to the Optirr�ist Club. Commissioner Dale spoke in support of the motion noting the festival brings 10,000 people to downtown Redwood City; the event can relate to many neighborhoods, ages, etc.; and it enables youth performances. Commissioner Schenone saw the need to better coordinate all the festivals in Redwood City. Motion passed. (Yes-5, No-0, Abstention-1; Redington is on board of Optimist Club) Lettie Distefano spoke on behalf of Vintage Music Theater and their donation of time to Redwood City Schools and in support of their S 1,500 grant. M/S Dale/DelCarlo: To grant Vintage Music Theater $1,000 of Commission- sponsored event funds and 5500.00 from the John Raitt fund; and if there was a profit from the event, that it would be returned to the John Raitt fund. Commissioner Dale spoke to the motion and its impact on the senior population and the significance of returning any profit to the John Raitt fund.