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Sculpture Series: Commission Member Bernstein provided an update on the sculpture series with the Washington University students. There was a brief discussion involving a site visit to WU. Treasurers Report : Commission Member Mandel provided a financial report dated January 9. Chair Smorodin requested clarification regarding any donations that should be recorded in the financial statements. There was a motion made to proceed with the purchase of two gift certificates to the Melting Pot, totaling $100 to provide an expression of gratitude on behalf of the current Commission members to the two departing members (Barber and Zach). The motion was approved unanimously. Council Member Report: Council Member Brot provided an update on the Big Read. She announced the new Finance Director was Janet Watson and invited everyone to attend a welcome reception January 31 and encouraged attendance at the Ice Carnival in the Loop. She stated that Council is working on developing the ED Tax Development Board, which will make recommendations regarding the sales previously mentioned sales tax. City Manager Julie Feier introduced herself and thanked the Commission for the work they do and the opportunity to attend the meeting. Ms Feier stated that she wanted to be at this meeting in particular in case there were any issues with Ms. Thompson’s transition. Mr. Tom McCarthy introduced himself as the new Arts and Letters Commission Liaison. He expressed his excitement to be working wit the Commission. Returning Artist: Commission Member Mandel provided background on the returning artist series and an update on its progress.The official dates for Returning Artist are strd March 21-23, 2007. David Harris will be joining the University City School District to teach, perform, and lecture students. He is a composer and arranger. He also plays the trombone. David studied with Roger Davenport of the St. Louis Symphony. On March th 22, 2007 there will be a reception from 7-9p in the City Hall Chambers on the 5 floor. Ms. Smorodin shared a sign up sheet for the upcoming event, and Lisa agreed to email a digital form for follow up. Mr. McCarthy stated that he had confirmed the reception space and that Ms. McFee would coordinate the press release. The reception is on the same night as the school board meeting which might be a problem for some people wanting to attend both events. Traci Moore-Clay will be designing and printing the post cards and posters. Ms. Smorodin reported that the Darwin Portman Fund still had $2107.00 remaining so that no additional public outreach would be necessary for the event. Ms. Mendel and Ms. Feier briefly discussed financial reporting. Mr. McCarthy was not aware of any donations, but felt they should be accounted for separately in the financial report. The Commission agreed. Ms. Smorodin provided additional background on Mr. Darwin Portman, that he had been a local attorney and advocate of the arts for many