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several projects: help with new website, 2 calls to artists (301h Anniversary Poster Design, Emergency Operations Center in Raleigh), and interest in focus groups.The Marketing Committee will meet again on Thursday, February 26.The Public Art Committee reported on the BOCC request to provide art exhibits at the Whitted Building. Scott Van Manen and Bronwyn Merritt visited the potential site and stated that the current lighting is florescent and would need to be improved to light art exhibits. School student artwork might be a good way to begin.There could be issues with liability,vandalism, etc. for artists until the 2"d floor space is monitored more regularly and open to the public on a more regular basis. Discussion on re- instating the OCAC's public art program with the "We Are Here" Waller/Foushee project for the River Park area near the Justice Facility in Hillsborough continued. A quote of$25,000 has been received from the artist team.To move forward with this project in FY16, we are required to get CHOCVB board approval under the current structure for use of hotel/motel funds for this project. (This is roughly the same request for public art that we made to them last year.) We also need to get the BOCC's approval for this project (for the site and funding). Action Item: OCAC board voted to move forward with Waller/Foushee public art project in Hillsborough. Topic E Discussion Point: New Vice Chair Selection Decision/Vote(s): Since previous Vice Chair Lindsey Alexander has resigned, OCAC needs another board member to serve out her unexpired term as Vice Chair(from present through August, 2015). Action Item: Ashley Nissler volunteered to serve as Vice Chair. Topic F Discussion Point: Advocacy Updates Decision/Vote(s): Chair Devra Thomas will meet with new County Commissioner Mia Burrows on February 19, 2015. Action Item: None Topic G Discussion Point: Old Business/New Business/Advocacy Updates/Calendar Decision/Vote(s): In addition to participation in the Orange County Community Giving Fund, discussion began on what types of fund raisers/earned income to consider to add additional revenue for OCAC programs/projects, per the County Manager's request. Staff will ask Orange County for guidance on what is permissible for government agencies to do RE: fundraising.ARTS North Carolina's Arts Day in Raleigh is May 20, 2015 (9 am— 1 pm for meetings with legislators). OCAC board members are encouraged to participate. Geoffrey Hathaway reported on plans for the upcoming Hillsborough Jazz Festival in April, sponsored by the Hillsborough Arts Council.This previous outdoor event will no longer be outdoors. Action Item: If you'd like to attend Arts Day, please contact OCAC staff by April 20th at the latest to reserve your space. Meeting adjourned at 7:45 PM