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Mavor's Art Show James reviewed the event timeline, specifically asking for assistance with art hanging and working the event. The Commission will be gathering on March 23`d at 10:00am in City Hall to hang the student artwork and on March 27th at 4:30pm to set up for the event. Tasks will include staffing the artist check-in table, setting up refreshments in the Caucus Room and assisting with sculpture set up in Council Chambers. Citv Hall Art Gallerv The group unanimously approved the next group exhibit. Tentatively titled Natural Wonders, the format will be similar to the 2016 Springscapes exhibit but will be broadened to include scenes from all aspects of nature. James will consult with Jackie to create a new and improved name for the gallery before James sends out the Call for Artists in early February. The group show will be installed May 1 St and will replace the NOHS student artwork exhibit. Earth Fair Jackie provided updates on each event component and their respective member assignments. James will finalize sponsorship language and get the letter and form to Jenny for her use. Jenny asked members to send her any ideas of businesses to contact for sponsorships. It was agreed that while crafts have historically been a large part of the event, crafts and giveaways should be more eco-friendly. Lauren confirmed that she is prepared to make another tree board similar to last year and will research less wasteful giveaway prizes. Similarly, Leah and Jackie confirmed their intent to invite more "earth-centric" market and food vendors as opposed to unrelated local vendors. Lauren will contact the North Olmsted Library to ask about their pop-up library attending the event and potentially offering book prizes. James will book the live animal vendors as well as Trash Talkers. Wilma is coordinating volunteers. Laura and James will coordinate music using the PA system. Jenny will contact the Cuyahoga Soil and Water Conservation District to inquire about an informational rain barrel table. Lauren and James will work together on a physical event brochure incorporating the passport idea to encourage guests to explore the event. Citv Beautification Event Jackie updated the group on her idea to transform the interior of a Senior Transportation Connection bus. Other ideas included more notable, permanent improvements. Jenny suggested a sculpture near the existing City digital sign. Leah and Annie added that significant improvements could be made to that corner, such as a fence mural or some sort of mini-sculpture garden. James mentioned a possible effort to support the City's GO North Olmsted initiative and suggested that ° the group revisit this topic in more detail at the February meeting. To that end, he will compile a comprehensive list of beautification and physical improvement ideas found in the 2015 Master Plan for reference. Miscellaneous Rack card progress update Lauren will have a revised rack card draft ready for print in the next day or so. The cards will be displayed around the community and handed out at Spring events. Tea & Trumpets interest