1989 ARTS AND HUMANITIES COUNCIL MINUTES

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I Page 2 1 John voiced a desire to move through the frustrating delays of the County Cultural in order to positively influence one-time events such as the construction of the new library I and recreation center. John would like to see the council's definition expand beyond that of a receiving group for the County Cultural Facilities Tax District money. Carolyn believes the city is supportive of an expanded definition, and relayed David Stahl's I feeling that an arts and humanities organization in the city of Louisville, is long overdue. An agreement was made by the council members present, that delays in receiving County F.T.D. funding would not dampen the spirit or intention of the council, I and that money would be raised or grants would be requested that would allow the council to be an active, vital part of the community. I Carolyn discussed a packet of information, published by the National Assembly of Local Art Agencies discussing the purpose, structure and function of local art agencies. Carolyn suggested everyone read the information because it provided basic information I - about the nature of local arts agencies, (such as the Louisville Arts and Humanities council,) and would help us better draft our own mission statement and goals. The Boulder County Citizens Cultural Advisory Committee's mission statement and goals is I another resource the council can draw from when preparing our defintion. By using the County's goals as a guide, the council will be in line with the County's expectations for. local arts agencies. bJohn has met with Debbie Broom, Personnel Manager of the city, with regards to a citizen survey the council would like to circulate. Production of the survey and postageis I beyond the council's current resources, therefore the project has been delayed until ways are found to bypass these roadblocks. As an agency of the city, the council recognized that we will be "consultants" for the city, and politically sensitive comments/questions should be avoided. The council then brainstormed about ways to circulate the flyer, Iincluding production via desktop publishing software, mailing it with the utility bill, and ideas for the information lay-out so that the appearance is inviting more people will be willing to respond. I John then presented several programs offered by the Colrado Council of Arts and I Humanities, including The Individual Artist's Programs, Art in Public Places, and Community Programs. The possibilities of these programs are exciting, because grants (larger than the County Cultural Facilities Tax District money) have been given to I communities smaller than Louisville. Carolyn will bring in information on a new program sponsored by the CCAH, designed to assisted newly formed groups such as our own. She promises to bring information on it to our August 17th meeting. The council must obtain 501 (3) (c) status before applying for CCAH grants, but Carolyn informed the council that Ithis IRS tax status might be obained as quickly as in one month. I John then discussed in greater detail the Art in Public Places Program, which would have great application to the design of Louisville public buildings such as the recreation center and the library. The Local Arts Council Grants program was also discussed. It was IPdetermined that the Louisville Arts and Humanities council would fit the eligibility