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summer Concert Series must remain in the summer-time. The Photo Show can be moved to a different time, possibly the Fall. Barbara noted that in the comments she received, no one had a problem with changing the dates. The only main concern of entrants was their opportunity to have their photos make the calendar. Calla noted that these issues could be discussed at the Photo Show meeting. It would be a good idea to invite Monika McFee to that meeting. It would be possible to host a Fall Show of 2008 from which photos would be th selected for the calendar of 2010. For 2009, we could print a special 40 anniversary calendar that highlights the best entries over time. The commission asked for clarification as to the allowance of employees for University City to enter the Photo Show. It was noted that neither commission members nor staff members were allowed to enter. It was questioned as to whether Council Members could enter, as was the case this year. Barbara noted that these photos are judged blindly and she doesn’t have a problem with their entries. The commission agreed to think about the guidelines as to not create the allusion of impropriety if a Council Member or other person of government enters and wins. Lisa suggested making a blanket statement saying that Arts and Letters Commission members as well as anyone paid by University City were banned from participating. Then the commission asked if family members of these individuals should also be banned. The commission will give the issue some thought. Starlight Concert Series Tom announced that the concert schedule was set and we have quite a few new people performing and also that we are staying within budget this year. Tom provided a handout to the commission listing the dates of the concert series and the performers. Creda also provided a handout to the commission as she discussed her desire to create a sub-committee to meet this summer to discuss the future of the Starlight Concert Series. She would like that sub-committee to meet sometime between June and August. Creda is afraid that we are leaving something on the table and are missing out on possible partnerships in the community. Also, we are missing out on talent due to time commitments. Creda discussed the concepts laid out in her handout and the deliverables she would like the sub-committee to attain. She would like to look at become a multifaceted event focused around particular themes that would incorporate music, food, art and dance. Lisa G. points out that it would actually be a committee rather that sub- committee. Creda notes that as far as the budget goes, we are definitely leaving something on the table. Tom pointed out that the RAC gives the Loop $4000 for their concerts on Tuesdays. There’s definitely money out there and available to the concert series. Lisa M. noted that we need to connect with local artists who have become successful, not for performances per say, but for sponsorship.