HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-09-12 Cultural Council Minutes Reading Cultural Council
Meeting - September 12, 2011
Present were: members Vicky Schubert, Lorraine Horn, Peggy Caoette, Lynn
Cassinari, and Joan Marshman. Also present was Judy O'Hare as an interested
prospective member.
Communication Plan: Lorraine put out a press release based on the MCC tool kit's
summary changes. This information included the fact that we have $4620 available
for distribution to candidates and the deadline for applicants is 10/15. Applications
were placed in the Library,Town Hall and RCTV. Press release was sent to the
Chronicle,Advocate, and the Municipal Light Company's bill envelope stuffer.
Several members will be attending the MCC info meeting Wednesday night.
The Treasurer's Report was read and accepted. A vote on use of admin funds to
offer stipend to Creative Arts and Julia Finlayson was moved to the next meeting.
Agendas for our meetings are posted with the Town Clerk and Secretary of the
Town Manager. They are also posted on the Town Website.
The new promotional video featuring our summertime interviews of past grant
recipients was reviewed by those presen and will be ready for RCTV and the website
pending a few changes. The application deadline needs to be added at the beginning
and end of the piece. Adding stills of the alleyway and posting our web address will
also be added. Vicky will be sending these completed videos out for approval to
those who participated.
Admin business: Vicky suggests that next year we have a grant recipient reception.
Some grants from last year have not been used. Peggy will call them.
Press releases for grant recipients to include Reading Cultural Council line.
New member recruitment: Make up of current council was discussed. We
currently have 5 members and 4 is a quorum. How can we find some new
members? Lynn will,ask at the High School if there are any young adults willing to
serve.
Election of officers: The following officers were voted and approved for the
coming term:
Co-Chairpersons: Lynn Cassinari and Lorraine Horn
Secretary: Joan Marshman
Treasurer: Peggy Caoette
Lynn and Lorraine will be going to the Selectmen's meeting to present our
completed video.
Schedule for meetings:
October 3,November 7, November 28,January 9,February 13,March 12,April 16,
May 14.
Respectfully submitted,
Joan Marshman,Secretary