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? the local schools. Mrs. App strongly felt that Mrs. Beach would be the best member to represent them at councils committee meeting. Discussion regarding the news articles that had been in the local papers over the past week took place. The commissioners were upset at the inaccuracy of the articles and felt that the issue was being misrepresented as well as the individuals involved. Mrs. Beach questioned if she should craft a memo to submit or attend. Mr. Garland felt that both would be good. IV. OLD BUSINESS: 1. Continued discussion of the status of the Commission Mrs. App indicated that she was upset that the commission had not received any responses from the Mayor or Council regarding their report, which was sent out November 14, 2003. They had questions concerning the old library, and old town hall being used as a small theater. All the commissioners concerns were thoroughly outlined in the packets released. Mrs. Beach felt that more time should be allowed to make sure everyone reads the report. 2. Future 3. Proj ects Mrs. Martindale indicated that she has not been able to secure a place for the summer plays. She was informed that she couldn't use the Recreation Center room, as it is not available. There is a handy cap class that will be using the room throughout the summer. Mrs. App questioned what would be needed to have the play. Mrs. Martindale reviewed what she would need to have the performance. The commission would like to find out about the use of the old town hall for the Dover Players performances. Mrs. Rote indicated that she would speak to the secretary who schedules old town hall to see what dates are opened. B. App motion to have to City allow, Dover Players performers be allowed at no charge to perform their production in Old Town Hall which would include the rehearsals and performances. This would demonstrate the viability of turning old town hall into a permanent home for the Dover Players group. They require an answer within one week. L. Beach seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved. 4. Fundraising Mrs. Beach voiced that if the City is mandating the Cultural Activities Commission bring the arts to the City then they need to provide us the funds to fulfill their task. Other communities have theaters and other diverse cultural activities within their communities because they support the arts. 5. What other west side committees are doing Discussion regarding the church at the corner of Lorain and Barton Road took place. It was discussed that Landmarks was trying to speak to the owners to see if they would restore the church, as it is historical. V. COMMUNICATIONS: 2