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Lawrence Kohl. Pacific Chamber Symphony — informed the Commission that his group has developed a team approach and additional contacts that will make things more secure for the group and the City of Pleasanton. Commissioner Loll discussed with Mr. Kohl school outreach that had been done during the past year. Mr. Kohl advised that the new team hopes to seek out additional funding to help with this, and that some options are available now the team is in place. Commissioner Nealy congratulated Mr. Kohl on the 25th Anniversary of this group. David Judson. Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre — thanked the Commission for past support. He provided information about attracting new audience members and how they handle and use things to attract all ethnic backgrounds. He shared with the Commission concerns regarding lack of equipment at the Firehouse Arts Center (FAC), answered questions regarding collaborations and equipment costs, and advised that their recent "Chorus Line" program at the Firehouse Arts Center had been sold out. Commissioner Loll expressed his concerns regarding the grant proposal from this group, noting that grant funding was for applications that would benefit the community, and did not see the connection with their application. He suggested Pacific Coast Repertory Theatre consider providing free programs, work with another organization on a signature event, or start an internship program that partners with schools, etc. Mr. Hudson provided information about the groups' apprenticeship program and their partnering with other groups. He commented on additional microphone equipment they felt was needed at FAC, that would encourage more people to attend programs, and noted that free seats had been provided during the recent Chorus Line program at local schools — something they hope to do with all of their programs. Commissioner Nealy discussed the Commissions desire to provide funding for programs that empower students and not for capital expenditures. Ms. Grose provided the Commission with information regarding City owned wireless microphones, that there were seven (7) at FAC and one (1) at the Amador Theater. She added that City programs never require more than this number of microphones. Jim Schmidt and Nikolas Necklet'. Livermore Valley Opera — Mr. Schmidt responded to concerns that had been raised regarding administrative issues of this organization and advised that everything has now been rectified. More professionals have been hired and the organization is on track for reaching more students than had been anticipated. Mr. Nackley discussed outreach being done and how they will bring opera to students for free through funding provided and an assembly-based program that engages students. He advised that Livermore Valley Opera hopes to reach over 8,000 students this semester and will engage students in a one-act opera. The Commission was provided information about new programs being developed and the continuance of existing programs. Civic Arts Commission Minutes March 3, 2014 Page 4