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Treasurer’s Report Mr. Freidman pointed out that the financial reports for February and March were provided in the commission meeting packet. There were no questions regarding the financial reports, however, discussion was held about notification to grantees that have not completed projects as required. Mr. Nickels informed the commission that letters were sent to two grantees, but no response was received. A notice to withdraw funding and demand for repayment will be sent to these individuals. The commission also discussed the feasibility of pursuing legal action in these cases. Mr. Friedman asked that Ms. Lay contact Charter Communications to find out when the next payment will be made to CALOP and to request timely payment. Mr. Friedman will prepare a letter to Charter requesting that payments be received sooner. Update on All Grant Programs Knock, Knock America: Mr. Nickels reported that Rebecca Rivas turned in the completed film, which Mr. Riggs will review. St. Benedict’s Rule: Ms. Mullin reported that filmmaker Jay Kanzler completed filming and was in the editing process. Ms. Mullin will invite him to give a progress report at the next commission meeting. Hidden Children of the Holocaust: Ms. Creer reported that filmmaker Liz Lippa sent in a report on her progress and requested the second payment installment. Ms. Lippa must send in an invoice to request payment. Oral History Project: Mr. Nickels reported that the tapes are in. Mr. Nickels relayed to the commission that he had received permission to use space in the Library as archival storage; the commission would have to provide a secured cabinet. Mr. Nickels also reported that he asked Sue Racoff (Historical Society) to assist with the archival project. Mr. Friedman informed the commission that Washington University has an archive that the commission could visit. Mr. Friedman will arrange for the commission to take a tour. The commission set its next meeting for Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 6:00 p.m.; grant interviews will begin at 6:30 p.m. Mr. Friedman asked Ms. Lay to report on her activities. Ms. Lay reported that she had updated the CALOP web page to include the list of commission members; CALOP has also been added to the City’s “Notify Me” web feature which allows individuals to sign up and automatically receive CALOP news and announcements. Ms. Lay also reported that she received permission from the Regional Arts Commission and Missouri Arts Council to provide a link to their websites on CALOP web pages. Ms. Lay relayed that she was researching other grant organization’s application process for ideas to improve CALOP’s process. Old Business The commission observed the thank you letter sent to former CALOP member Jim Kirchherr and discussed ways to show appreciation for former participants’ contributions. Mr. Friedman inquired about the conflict of interest policy. Ms. Lay reported that Petree Eastman, Assistant to the City Manager, was working on its development. New Business No report. 2