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2. Attendance: Commissioners - Brian Kennedy, Sheila Coppola, Steve Mullet, Cynthia Chesak, Trish Gilmore, Helen Enguerra, Daniel Humkey Staff - Dave Johnson Guests — Rose Warren, Olena Perry 3. Approval of Agenda: Steve Mullet moved to approve an amended agenda to include staff Introduction and presentation on Transportation Grant /Incorporating Art. Cynthia Chesak'seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 4. Introduction: New Recreation Specialist Olena Perry introduced himself to the Commission and fielded questions from the Commissioners. She is anxious to be a resource and support art in Tukwila. S. Presentation: Rose Warren presented information to the Commission on a Transportation grant opportunity that integrates art. Project could include bake racks, pedestrian safety, signage and the like. Rose fielded questions from the Commission and encouraged them to offer input on areas to focus on. 6. Approval of Minutes: Steve Mullet moved to approve the minutes of October 19,2016 meeting. Trisha Gilmore seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 7. Unfinished Business: a. Arts Display Wall — Staff shared that the wall panels have arrived and are scheduled for installation next week. Staff indicated that they would be preparing some information to promote the display and how to apply /accept art. Trisha Gilmore volunteered to be the Commission lead for this. b. Arts Plan — Staff shared that they just received the draft scope of work from 4Culture and will need to review it and work to fine tune it. Staff asked for 2 -3 Commissioners to serve on the review panel. Commissioners Mullet, Kennedy, and Coppola volunteered. 8. New Business New Commissioner Appointment — Staff provided information on an applicant to fill a vacancy on the Commission. Commissioners reviewed the material. Trisha Gilmore moved to recommend Alex Villella for appointment to the Commission. Helen Enguerra seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. 9. Committee Reports A. Rainier Symphony — The Committee met with the Symphony Director who is trying to meet with the High School music teacher. They are interested in ways to connect the Symphony with the culture of Tukwila. B. Backyard Wildlife Art Show —The Committee is looking forward to meeting early in 2017. C. Arts Promotion in Community — no report D. Commissioner Reports — Commissioners discussed assisting Foster High School with the purchase of Choir Robes. If possible, the Commission would like to contribute towards the cost of this. The Commissioners also talked about the lack of dedicated space in Tukwila for the arts, and the need for a facility to serve as an Arts Building. 3