HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 02/21/2012 - RESOLUTION 2012-010 ADOPTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS ODATE: February 21, 2012
STAFF: Jill Stilwell
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL 15
SUBJECT
Resolution 2012-010 Adopting the Recommendations of the Cultural Resources Board Regarding Fort Fund
Disbursements.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Cultural Development and Programming and Tourism Programming accounts (Fort Fund) provide grants to fund
community events. This Resolution will adopt the recommendations from the Cultural Resources Board to disburse
these funds.
BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION
The Fort Fund program, established in 1989, disburses funds from the City’s Cultural Development and Programming
Account and the Tourism Account in accordance with the provisions of Section 25-244 of the City Code, where 25%
of the revenue from the lodging tax is utilized for this program. Local non-profit organizations may apply to Fort Fund
for cultural event support. The City Council-appointed Cultural Resources Board reviews grant applications based on
approved guidelines and makes recommendations for Fort Fund disbursements to City Council, pursuant Section 2-
203(3) of the City Code.
Fort Fund grants support events that enrich the cultural life of the community, promote local heritage and diversity,
provide opportunities for cultural participation, help define Fort Collins as a cultural center and tourist destination, have
wide appeal for a significant part of the community, and promote the general welfare of the City’s inhabitants.
Fort Fund consists of a three-tiered funding system.
Tier #1 was established as an annual programming fund for organizations whose primary purpose is to present three
or more public events annually. These groups may apply for funding from Tier #1 each April.
Tier #2 allows organizations that are not eligible for Tier #1 support to apply for funding of events. Applications for
support from Tier #2 are accepted each January and June.
The Cultural Innovation Fund (CIF) Tier (formerly Tier #4) was established to further the goal of making Fort Collins
a cultural center and destination. The CIF Tier grants address a need in the cultural activity of Fort Collins, perpetuate
the Tourism Fund by generating over night stays in local hotels, and/or develop new arts, cultural, or heritage tourism
activities that have the potential to impact Fort Collins’ cultural and economic growth. Organizations may apply for
funding from the CIF Tier each April.
FINANCIAL / ECONOMIC IMPACTS
The Fort Fund program, established in 1989, disburses funds from the City’s Cultural Development and Program
Account and the Visitor Events Account in accordance with the provisions of Section 25-244 of the City Code, where
25% of the revenue from the lodging tax is designated for this use. Local non-profit organizations may apply to Fort
Fund for cultural event support and must match the grant amount. These funds were budgeted and appropriated in
the 2012 budget.
January 2012 Funding Session
At its January 25, 2012, regular meeting, the Cultural Resources Board reviewed applications submitted for Tier #2
funding. The Cultural Resources Board reviewed 21 applications with total requests equaling $67,600.
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The following table summarizes the amount and sources of available funds in 2012:
FY 2012 AVAILABLE FUNDING
AMOUNT SOURCE
$182,166 FY 2012 Cultural Development and Programming Account (Fund 1)
$40,750 FY 2012 Tourism Programming Account (Fund 2)
$222,916 Total Funding Available for 2012
FUNDS ALLOCATED TO JANUARY 2012 FUNDING SESSION
20% % of Total FY 2012 Funds allocated to the January Funding Session
$44,583 Total Funds Allocated to the January Funding Session
$36,433 Amount from Cultural Development and Programming Account (Fund 1)
$8150 Amount from Tourism Programming Account (Fund 2)
The Cultural Resources Board scored each application using the eleven Funding Criteria outlined in the Fort Fund
Guidelines (Attachment 1) and discussed each application at the meeting. The Board discussion is outlined in the
January 25, 2012 draft minutes (Attachment 2). The Board is recommending disbursement of $32,000 from the City’s
Cultural Development and Programming account and $2,250 from the Tourism Programming account, totaling $34,250
to 21 applicants as outlined in Exhibit A to the Resolution. The requests totaled $67,600 and $44,583 was available.
Of the total amount requested and considered, 66% is being recommended for funding with available funds.
The following table summarizes the utilization of funds from all sources.
Recommended Funding % of Total Category
$32,000 72% Cultural Development and Programming Account
$2,250 5% Tourism Programming Account
$10,333 23% Unallocated
$44,583 100% Funds Allocated for January Funding Session
Economic Impact
The non-profit arts are a $15.9 million industry in Fort Collins (Arts & Economic Prosperity III - Americans for the Arts).
By awarding these grants, the City is partnering with 21 organizations to leverage a variety of cultural events that
contribute to this economic impact and add to the community’s quality of life.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends adoption of the Resolution.
BOARD / COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
The Cultural Resources Board presents recommendations as to which events should receive funding from the
available Cultural Development and Programming and Tourism Accounts.
Exhibit A to the Resolution presents the allocations recommended by the Board to the City Council for Tier 2.
At its January 25, 2012 meeting, the Cultural Resources Board voted unanimously to recommend adoption of the
Resolution.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Fort Fund Guidelines
2. Cultural Resources Board minutes, January 25, 2012
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The Cultural Development & Programming and Tourism Accounts (Fort Fund) is funded by an
allocation of the lodging tax revenues. Applications are reviewed by the Cultural Resources Board
of the City of Fort Collins and recommendations to fund events are submitted to the Fort Collins
City Council for final approval.
The objective of Fort Fund is to provide funds to foster, encourage, and promote 1) cultural
development and programming, and 2) economic and tourism development. The overarching
goal for Fort Fund is to serve as a catalyst in making Fort Collins a cultural center and
destination.
Fort Fund supports events that:
Enrich the cultural life of the Fort Collins community
Promote local heritage and diversity
Provide opportunities for community members to participate in, create, learn from or
experience arts and culture
Help to define Fort Collins as a destination for arts and culture
Elevate the community and broaden perspectives
Have wide appeal for a significant part of the community
Promote the general welfare of the inhabitants of the City.
The following will not be considered for funding:
Applications for funds solely to print brochures, magazines or promotional materials, or
for capital improvements.
Any event in which the net proceeds or profit from the event is donated by the sponsor
to another organization and/or individual.
Funds will not be disbursed directly after each funding session. Organizations recommended for
grant monies by the Cultural Resources Board must first be approved by the City Council.
ATTACHMENT 1
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Funding Tiers & Application Deadlines
An organization and/or event may receive funding from one or more of the following three tiers
as described below. Specific application deadlines are listed immediately following each tier.
Requests must be for a minimum of $500. Funding is subject to the amount of available funds
per funding session. The Cultural Resources Board reserves the right to not fund an organization
if it does not fully meet the criteria.
Fort Fund will now only accept one application per organization per funding session.
Colorado State University organizations are required to submit their applications
through the Sponsored Programs Office.
All applications are to be submitted to the Lincoln Center Administration Office, 417
W. Magnolia, Fort Collins, CO, 80521 by 5p.m. on the date stated. Postmark does not
qualify. Please direct all questions regarding the application process to Gail Budner at
(970) 221-6737.
TIER # 1: Annual Programming Fund
Organizations are eligible to apply for funding from Tier #1 if they meet the following criteria:
1. The primary purpose of the organization is to present three or more different public
performances, events or exhibits per year.
2. The organization has proven annual program success for three previous years.
Organizations that meet the criteria may apply for up to $15,000 per year (July 1 - June 30). The
organization must submit a mission statement stating the organizations' officially accepted
primary purpose; provide evidence of having presented three or more performances, events, or
exhibits for three previous years; submit financial statements for the three most recently
completed fiscal years; provide a list of the organization's current Board of Directors, their
business/organizational affiliations, the date they were elected to the Board and their term limit
date; and submit a Tourism Impact form. Fort Fund will only accept one Tier #1 application per
organization per calendar year. Organizations that apply for this level of funding would have to
show that no more than 35% of their projected expenses are coming from Fort Fund.
Proposal Deadline for Tier #1: First Tuesday of April, 5:00 p.m.
Requests must be for a minimum of $500 and a maximum of $15,000
Request amount cannot exceed 35% of the total projected expenses
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TIER # 2: Special Events Fund
Organizations that present event(s) may apply for up to $5,000 for a single event or series of
events per funding session. Events would have to be held within one year of the funding session.
Fort Fund will only accept one Tier #2 application per organization per funding session at which
Tier #2 applications are accepted. The organization must submit a financial statement from the
most recently completed fiscal year and submit a Tourism Impact form. Organizations funded
under Tier #1 could apply one time per calendar year for up to $5,000 under Tier 2, but the
event cannot also be funded under Tier 1. Organizations that apply for this level of funding would
have to show that no more than 50% of their projected expenses are coming from Fort Fund.
Proposal Deadline for Tier #2: First Tuesday of January, 5p.m.; First
Tuesday of June, 5p.m.
Requests must be for a minimum of $500 and a maximum of $5,000
Request amount cannot exceed 50% of the total event expenses
Cultural Innovation Fund (CIF) - Formerly Tier #4
Organizations are eligible to apply for up to $25,000 from the CIF if they seek funding for an
activity or event that will increase Fort Collins' identity as a cultural center and tourist destination.
The term 'activity' can mean event, projects, products, exhibits, festivals, programs, etc. and can
be in the area of arts, nature, heritage, recreation, science, and /or humanities. The event or
activity must meet the eligibility requirements and the strategies outlined below:
CIF Strategies: Proposals should address specific strategies to increase Fort Collins' identity as a
cultural center and tourism destination, resulting in at least one of the following benefits:
1. Address a need in the cultural activity of Fort Collins
2. Perpetuate the Tourism Fund by generating over night stays in local hotels
3. Develop new arts, cultural, or heritage tourism activities and products that have the
potential to impact Fort Collins cultural and economic growth.
These events or activities should enrich the cultural life available in the city because they will
serve as an attraction to visitors, represent new cultural offerings or can be described as unique,
innovative or inventive.
The organization must submit a mission statement stating the organizations' officially accepted
primary purpose; provide evidence of having been in existence for at least three years; submit
financial statements for the three most recently completed fiscal years; provide a list of current
Board members; and submit a Tourism Impact form. CIF applicants may also be required to
present an oral presentation to the Cultural Resources Board.
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Fort Fund will only accept one CIF application per organization per calendar year. Request
amount cannot exceed 50% of the total activity expenses. Request amount requires a dollar-for-
dollar cash match. Neither in-kind contributions nor Fort Fund dollars from current or previous
grants may be used in calculating the organization's match. Activities funded under the CIF shall
not be simultaneously funded under Tiers #2 of Fort Fund. CIF funded activities can only apply
for a maximum of three years and must compete each time.
Proposal Deadline for the CIF: First Tuesday of April, 5:00p.m.
Requests must be for a minimum of $500 and a maximum of $25,000
Request amount cannot exceed 50% of the total activity expenses
All applications are to be submitted to the Lincoln Center Administration Office, 417
W. Magnolia, Fort Collins, CO, 80521 by 5p.m. on the date stated. Postmark does not
qualify. Please direct all questions regarding the application process to Gail Budner,
(970) 221-6737.
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Eligibility Requirements
Organizations chartered in Colorado with IRS non-profit status may submit an application for
consideration. Written proof of this status must accompany all applications. All organizations that
fall under the same IRS non-profit tax status will be considered the same unit for funding.
For all Tiers, Fort Fund will only accept one application per organization per funding
session. Colorado State University organizations are required to submit their
applications through the Sponsored Programs office.
Applications must be submitted on the forms provided at www.fcgov.com/fortfund and
must arrive at the Lincoln Center administration office by the date/time listed as the
deadline. Postmarks are not valid. Late applications will not be reviewed.
Events must be held in Fort Collins or in the Fort Collins Growth Management Area.
Events must be open to the general public and efforts must be made to advertise and
make the public aware of the opportunity to attend and/or participate in the event.
Events or activities must provide a direct public benefit of a reasonably general character
to a significant number of City residents.
Events may occur no earlier than 45 days after the application deadline.
Events funded under Tier #1 must be completed by June 30th of the year following the
date of funding. Events funded under Tier #2 must be completed within one year of the
date of the funding session. Events funded under the CIF must be completed within 18
months of the funding session.
The applicant organization must be in good standing with the Fort Fund program. The
applicant must not be delinquent on any previous mid-year or final Fort Fund reports;
must have used the new Fort Fund logo on promotional materials; and must have listed
the funded event on the Fort Collins Convention and Visitors Bureau website calendar.
Organizations not in good standing will not be considered for funding for one calendar
year.
Religious, sectarian or faith-based organizations may apply for funding, but only for
events which are secular (non-religious) in nature. Fort Fund money may not be used for
events that promote religion.
Fort Fund does not consider applications for funds solely to print brochures, magazines
or promotional materials, or for general operating support or capital improvements.
Additional Eligibility Requirements for Tier #1 and the CIF:
The organization must have and submit an officially adopted mission statement
expressing their primary purpose.
The organization has been in existence for a minimum of three years, and provides
financial statements for the previous three completed fiscal years prior to the application
date.
For Tier #1, the organization must show evidence of having presented three or more
performances, events, or exhibits for three previous years.
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Criteria For Funding
The following criteria are used by the Cultural Resourced Board to evaluate applications that have
met all the eligibility requirements. Funding is based on how well an event or activity meets
these criteria. Funding is subject to the amount of available funds per funding session. The
Cultural Resources Board reserves the right to not fund an organization if it does not fully meet
the criteria.
Fort Fund supports events that:
1. Are of the highest quality;
2. Bring awareness of the arts to the local community;
3. Aspire to bring regional and national recognition to Fort Collins;
4. Are engaging and innovative and/or original;
5. Build a wide range of arts and culture offerings;
6. Raise arts and culture quality and participation to a new level;
7. Have an impact on the community economically, culturally or both;
8. Present strong evidence of leveraging other funding sources;
All applicants are required to submit the Tourism Impact form. The information provided on the
form will be reviewed as part of the application.
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Grant Requirements
Organizations applying for Tier #1 funding cannot apply for more than 35% of their total
projected annual expenses. Organizations applying for funding from Tier #2 may request funding
for no more than 50% of the total projected expenses for any event. Organizations applying for
the CIF cannot apply for more than 50% of their total projected expenses.
The amount requested under Tiers #1 and #2 must be matched with either cash or a
combination of cash and in-kind services. At least one-half of the matching funds must
be cash. For example, if an event is projected to cost $2,000, the amount requested from
Fort Fund may not exceed $1,000. A $1,000 request would have to be matched with
either $1,000 in projected cash revenues or at least $500 in cash and no more than $500
of in-kind services. The CIF requires the requested amount be matched dollar-for-dollar
in cash. Neither in-kind contributions nor Fort Fund dollars from current or previous
grants may be used in calculating the organization's match for the CIF.
Contracts for services with the City of Fort Collins must be signed prior to the issuance of
funds.
All funds must be used for direct costs of the event(s) within the time frame as required
by contract, or returned immediately to the Cultural Development and Programming
Account. If the event changes significantly, the Cultural Resources Board must be
notified in writing. Funding for the event may be re-evaluated at that time.
Organizations that receive funding must recognize the support of the City. All publicity
and advertisements (including posters, programs, banners, flyers, newspaper ads and
postcards) of the funded event must include the City's Fort Fund logo. If there is no
printed material, a Fort Fund banner must be exhibited at the event. Organizations must
also list the funded event on the Fort Collins Convention and Visitors Bureau website
calendar at www.visitftcollins.com/events.
Organizations funded under Tier #1 must submit a financial mid-year and annual report
by the date required in their contract. Organizations funded under Tier #2 and the CIF
must submit a written report within sixty (60) days of the completion of an event. These
reports, which evaluate estimated attendance, promotional materials, in-kind services,
actual cash expenses and actual revenues must be submitted to the Cultural Resources
Board through the Lincoln Center Administration Office. All reports must be signed by a
representative of the organization that receives funding, verifying their accuracy. Records
of the event need to be available for inspection upon request of the Cultural Resources
Board. If the financial reports are not completed as required by contract, your
organization's future funding may be effected. All organizations must provide a final
report for previously granted funds before the contract for any new funding will be
processed.
A member of the Cultural Resources Board may be assigned to each event to act as a
liaison between funded organizations and the Board. If tickets are required for admission
to an event and are not extended to the liaison as a courtesy, tickets will be purchased
from the Cultural Development and Programming Account.
If the activity or event changes significantly from what was proposed in the original
application, including date, location, or content, the organization must notify the Cultural
Resources Board in writing at 417 W. Magnolia St., Fort Collins, CO 80521. Funding, even
if already distributed, may be reevaluated at that time.
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FORT FUND OVERVIEW
Fort Fund, the City of Fort Collins’ Cultural Development & Programming and Tourism
Accounts, is funded by an allocation of the lodging tax revenues collected within the city
limits of Fort Collins. Applications are reviewed three times a year by the City of Fort
Collins Cultural Resources Board and recommendations for funding are submitted to the
Fort Collins City Council for final approval.
The objective of Fort Fund is to foster, encourage, and promote cultural and/or tourism
activities in Fort Collins.
Fort Fund offers three tiers. Tiers 1 and 2 primarily fund events that are artistic, ethnic,
historic, educational or recreational in nature and reflect the values and traditions of Fort
Collins. Events of this type will have wide appeal for a significant part of the
community, thereby advancing the good of all. The resulting economic and noneconomic
benefits of these events will promote the general welfare of the inhabitants of
Fort Collins.
FORT FUND (FORMERLY TIER 4)
CULTURAL INNOVATION FUND
The Cultural Innovation Fund embodies the above, and is primarily focused on activities that will
increase Fort Collins’ identity as a cultural center and tourist destination. The term
“activity” can mean events, projects, products, exhibits, festivals, programs, etc. These activities
can be in the area of arts, nature, heritage, recreation, science, and/or humanities and shall be
designed to develop new arts, culture or heritage tourism activities and products that have the
potential to impact Fort Collins’ economic and cultural growth and perpetuate the Tourism Fund
by generating over night stays in the city’s hotels and lodges. These activities should enrich the
cultural life available in the city because they will serve as an attraction to visitors, represent new
cultural offerings or can be described as unique, innovative or inventive. The activities should be
designed to meet the strategies and criteria as listed below.
CIF ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
1. The applicant organization must be a non-profit organization, or the governmental
equivalent. Written proof of this status must accompany all applications. All
organizations that fall under the same IRS non profit tax status will be considered the
same unit for funding.
2. The organization has an officially adopted mission statement expressing their
primary purpose.
3. The organization has been in existence for a minimum of three years.
4. The organization can provide financial statements for the previous three
completed fiscal years from their application date.
5. Activities funded under the CIF shall not be simultaneously funded under Tier 2
of Fort Fund.
6. Funding under the CIF shall be available for a maximum of three years to any one
activity and applicants must compete each time for funding.
7. Applicants must submit a completed Tourism Impact form with their application.
8. Activities must be held in Fort Collins or in such other location as will accomplish
the CIF strategies.
9. The activities may not commence prior to thirty days following the funding
session date (funding session is the fourth Wednesday of April).
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10. Activities funded under the CIF must be completed within 18 months of the funding
session date (the fourth Wednesday of April).
11. Activities must benefit and be accessible and/or open to the general public.
12. Religious, sectarian or ‘faith-based’ organizations may apply for funding for
activities which are secular (non-religious) in nature. Fort Fund monies
may not be used to promote religion.
13. Activities must provide a direct public benefit of reasonably general character to a
significant number of Fort Collins’ residents and meet the strategies as outlined
below.
STRATEGIES:
Proposals should address specific strategies to increase Fort Collins’ identity as a
cultural center and tourism destination, resulting in at least two of the following
benefits:
1. Address a need in the cultural activity of Fort Collins
2. Perpetuate the Tourism Fund by generating over night stays in local hotels
3. Develop new arts, cultural, or heritage tourism activities and products that have
the potential to impact Fort Collins cultural and economic growth.
Fort Fund will not fund capital improvements or projects, or any activity in which the
net profit or proceeds from the activity is donated by the sponsor to another
organization and/or individual.
CIF GRANT REQUEST AMOUNT
• Maximum Request Amount: $25,000 (a higher amount may be considered)
• Minimum Request Amount: $500
• Funding is subject to the amount available per funding session. The Cultural
Resources Board reserves the right to not fund any organization if it does not
fully meet the criteria.
• Request amount cannot exceed 50% of the total activity expenses.
• Request amount requires a dollar-for-dollar cash match.
• In-kind contributions may not be used in calculating the organization’s match.
• Fort Fund monies, from current or previous funding sessions, may not be used in
calculating the organization’s match.
• Activities funded under the CIF cannot be simultaneously funded under Tier 2
of Fort fund.
• Funding under the CIF shall be available for a maximum of three years to any one
activity and applicants must compete each time for funding.
CIF APPLICATIONS DUE: First Tuesday of April by 5:00 p.m.
To the Lincoln Center Administration Office
417 West Magnolia Street, Fort Collins
LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
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Notification of Award: The Cultural Resources Board will review applications on the
fourth Wednesday of April, provide a recommendation for funding to City Council, who
will then approve the recommendation at a regularly scheduled Council meeting in May.
Applicants will be notified by mail after the Council meeting.
GRANT AWARD REQUIREMENTS
• Contracts for services with the City of Fort Collins must be signed prior to the
issuance of funds. The funds must be spent on the activity within 18 months of the
funding session.
• All funds must be used for direct costs of the activity within the time frame as
required by contract, or returned immediately to the Cultural Development and
Programming Account.
• If the activity changes significantly, the Cultural Resources Board must be notified
in writing. Funding, even if already distributed to the organization, may be re-evaluated
at that time.
• Organizations that receive funding must recognize the support of the City. All
publicity and advertisement of the funded activity must include the Fort Fund
logo. Downloadable images are available on the Fort Fund website at
www.fcgov.com/fortfund and a Fort Fund banner to exhibit at the activity is available through
the Lincoln Center Administration Office. Organizations must also list the funded activity on
the Fort Collins Convention and Visitors Bureau website calendar at
www.visitftcollins.com/events.
• Organizations funded under the CIF must submit a written report within sixty (60)
days of the completion of an activity. These reports, which evaluate estimated
attendance, promotional materials, in-kind services, actual cash expenses and
actual revenues, must be submitted to the Cultural Resources Board through the
Lincoln Center Administration Office. All reports must be signed by a
representative of the organization that receives funding, verifying their accuracy.
Records of the activity need to be available for inspection upon request of the
Cultural Resources Board.
• A member of the Cultural Resources Board may be assigned to each organization
receiving a CIF Grant to act as liaison between funded organizations and the
Board. If tickets are required for admission to an activity and are not extended to the
liaison as a courtesy, tickets will be then purchased from the Cultural Development and
Programming Account.
Cultural Resources Board
Lincoln Center
417 W. Magnolia St
Fort Collins, CO 80521
970.221-6735
970.221-6373 – fax
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DRAFT
CULTURAL RESOURCES BOARD MINUTES
Regular Meeting – Wednesday, January 25, 2012
5:00 p.m.
Lincoln Center, 419 W. Magnolia Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521
Council Liaison: Aislinn Kottwitz Staff Liaison: Jill Stilwell
Chairperson: Jan Gilligan Phone: 224-2481 (h)
Vice-Chair: Chris Clemmer
A regular meeting of the Cultural Resources Board was held on Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 5:00 p.m.
The following members were present:
Board Members present: Janet Gilligan, Carol Ann Hixon, John Hayes,
Chris Clemmer, Diane Gaede, Maggie Dennis
Board Members absent: Francisco Gutierrez
Staff Members present: Jill Stilwell, Gail Budner
Guests Present: Katy Schneider, FCCVB
I. Call to Order: 5:07 p.m. - Ms. Jan Gilligan
II. Consideration of agenda: Item V will not be a discussion item at this meeting. The Annual
Report is still being amended. Ms. Stilwell will complete it and e-mail it to the Board for their
approval before its submission.
III. Consideration and approval of minutes from November 17, 2011 and December 15, 2011.
Ms. Hixon made a motion to accept the minutes as amended.
Mr. Hayes seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously.
IV. Public input: None
V. Approval of 2011 Annual Report: N/A
VI. Fort Fund - Discussion and funding recommendations:
Because of his current employment with KRFC Public Radio for the Front Range, Mr. Hayes
abstained from scoring their application.
Prior to reviewing and awarding grant monies to the Fort Fund applicants, the Board discussed
the quality and the eligibility of the applications and the available budget for this session. The
Board then reviewed 21 Tier 2 applications and developed their recommendations for funding
as outlined below and on the attached spreadsheet
ATTACHMENT 2
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ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION: Memories in the Making Art Auction
Location: Drake Centre , May 31, 2012
This event offers those with early to mid-stage Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias an outlook
for creative expression.
Amount Requested: $1,500 Amount Recommended: $600
ARCINDA: JAVA and Beyond….An Ultimate in Diversity
Location: CSU, September 8, 2012
This event includes an information session about Indonesian culture, a demo on playing Gamelan, an
Indonesian product booth, a stage performance, and Javanese Gamelan music, songs and dance.
Amount Requested: $1,400 Amount Recommended: $500
ARTISTS ASSOCIATION OF N. COLORADO: 21ST Annual National Art Exhibit & Auction
Location: AANC/CoCOA Galleries, April 21 – May 26, 2012
Up to 400 local, regional, national and international artists will be entered in this art exhibition. They
will also present a public educational lecture and demonstration.
Amount Requested: $3,200 Amount Recommended: $2,500
CENTER FOR FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY: Center Forward 2012
Location: Center for Fine Art Photography, September 7 – October 20, 2012 / DIA exhibit,
November 2012 – March 2013
This annual event includes photography exhibitions, artist and photographic expert lectures,
receptions and portfolio reviews
Amount Requested: $3,000 Amount Recommended: $1,200
CITY OF FORT COLLINS RECREATIONAL DEPT.: Kites in the Park Kite Festival
Location: Spring Canyon Community Park, April 29, 2012
This is a free community event. Highlights include kite making, professional kite flyers and
performers, and a presentation featuring cultural clubs from CSU.
Amount Requested: $3,000 Amount Recommended: $2,700
COLORADO BACH ENSEMBLE: 2012 – 2013 Season
Location: Griffin Hall, CSU, June 29, 2012
This event will be the organization’s inaugural performance. They are a unique professional group
dedicated to the study and performances of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach.
Amount Requested: $5,000 Amount Recommended: $500
CUS – UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM: Colorado’s Valentine
Location: University Art Museum, October 1 – December 14, 2012
This is an exhibit planned for the Art Museum’s fall exhibition featuring a survey of the work of artist
De Wain Valentine, who was born and raised in Fort Collins.
Amount Requested: $5,000 Amount Recommended: $4,500
CROSSROADS SAFEHOUSE, INC.: Crossroads Half-Marathon & 5K
Location: Buckingham Park, September 16, 2012
This race generates funds for Crossroads Safehouse services and attracts runners from all of the
country and throughout Colorado.
Amount Requested: $800 Amount Recommended: $250
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DANCE EXPRESS: Dance Express Fest
Location: Bas Bleu Theatre, July 20 – 21, 2012
Audiences for these performances will be those interested in dance, music and performing arts in
diverse experiences for persons with disabilities.
Amount Requested: $3,500 Amount Recommended: $700
DISABLED RESOURCE SERVICES: Wine Fest 30
Location: Fort Collins Hilton, March 23, 2012
This is an annual Northern Colorado premier wine tasting event with a silent auction. The proceeds
benefit Disabled Resource Services.
Amount Requested: $1,500 Amount Recommended: $600
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF FORT COLLINS: 30th Annual Garden Tour
Location: Warren Shores neighborhood, June 16, 2012
The Tour showcases the possibilities of outdoor living spaces designed by both homeowners and
gardening professionals. It is the League’s longest running major fundraising event.
Amount Requested: $3,000 Amount Recommended: $1,500
KRFC PUBLIC RADIO FOR THE FRONT RANGE: KRFC 9th Annual Birthday Bash
Location: Lincoln Center, March 10, 2012
KRFC’s intent is to create a birthday event that will serve as a celebration of local music and also as
an outreach event to interest people in KRFC and their new and diverse local music lineup.
Amount Requested: $5,000 Amount Recommended: $1,000
LINCOLN CENTER SUPPORT LEAGUE: Fort Collins Studio Tour
Location: The Lincoln Center and various artists’ studios, June 23 – 24, 2012
This self-guided tour will engage the public directly with local artists in Fort Collins, Bellvue and
LaPorte, and reveals the diversity of creative, professional artists living and working in our
community.
Amount Requested: $3,000 Amount Recommended: $2,700
NORTHERN COLORADO INTERTRIBAL POWWOW ASSOCIATION: 20th Annual Spring
Contest Powwow and Indian Art Market / High Plains Society for Applied Anthropology Conference
Location: Colorado State University Moby Arena and Lory Student Center, April 18 – 22, 2012
NCIPA is collaborating with High Plains Society for Applied Anthropology in presenting a joint
conference, powwow, lectures and seminars. Events include literary, performing and visual arts.
Amount Requested: $5,000 Amount Recommended: $4,000
OPENSTAGE THEATRE: Casino Royale
Location: Lincoln Center, March 24, 2012
This is OpenStage Theatre’s annual fundraising event. It provides its regular patrons, along with new
audiences, a unique event with casino gaming and a costume contest.
Amount Requested: $5,000 Amount Recommended: $1,000
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OPERA FORT COLLINS: Afternoon Tea with a Diva
Location: Fort Collins Country Club, April 29, 2012
This is a fundraising event for Opera Fort Collins. It is a unique event for all ages that combines a
British tea and a live opera performance.
Amount Requested: $3,000 Amount Recommended: $1,500
POUDRE LANDMARKS FOUNDATION: PLF’s 40th Anniversary / Dazzling Decades
Location: Lincoln Center, May 26, 2012
This event celebrates the organization’s founding in the 1970’s. It will feature member recognition,
music, fashion, food, memorabilia and fads from the 70’s era.
Amount Requested: $3,000 Amount Recommended: $2,400
POUDRE RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT: History Comes Alive @ Your Library, Series 2
Location: Front Range Community College, June 29 – November 20, 2012
This free series reinforces the Library District’s new emphasis on literature, readers and writers, and
fills a niche for local Chautauqua-quality programming.
Amount Requested: $2,700 Amount Recommended: $2,100
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RAPTOR PROGRAM: 2nd Chance at Freedom Dinner and Auction
Location: Fort Collins Hilton, February 25, 2012
This event is for people interested in wildlife and the environment. Attendees are given the
opportunity to see the raptors up close and personal in a gala setting with music, dinner and a live and
silent auction.
Amount Requested: $2,000 Amount Recommended: $400
SPOKESBUZZ FORT COLLINS: BandSwap
Location: Hodi’s Half Note, Avogadro’s, and TBD, October 1, 2012
This is a unique event promoting the Fort Collins music scene nationwide by importing music fans to
Fort Collins while exporting local musicians to partner cities.
Amount Requested: $5,000 Amount Recommended: $3,000
SUSTAINABLE LIVING ASSOCIATION: Earth Day Fort Collins
Location: Civic Center Park, April 21, 2012
This Earth Day celebration provides activities and events for the entire family to encourage and
inspire the community to honor the Earth and to make efforts toward conservation and preservation of
our planet.
Amount Requested: $3,000 Amount Recommended: $600
Total Funding Requested by Applicants: $67,600
Total Funding Recommended for disbursement by CRB: $34,250
Total Unfunded Balance: $33,350
% of Requests Funded: 53%
Ms. Hixon made a motion to submit these recommendations for Fort Fund disbursements to
City Council as outlined below
Dr. Gaede seconded the motion.
The motion passed unanimously.
RESOLUTION 2012-010
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
ADOPTING THE RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE CULTURAL
RESOURCES BOARD REGARDING FORT FUND DISBURSEMENTS
WHEREAS, the City disburses funds from the City’s Cultural Development and
Programming Account and Tourism Programming Account in accordance with the provisions of
Section 25-244 of the City Code through its Fort Fund Program; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Cultural Resources Board reviews applications for Fort Fund monies
and makes recommendations to the City Council in accordance with the provisions set forth in
Section 2-203(3) of the City Code, and in accordance with the administrative guidelines for the Fort
Fund program (the “Fort Fund Guidelines”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 25-244 of the City Code, the Cultural Development and
Programming Account was established for the purpose of funding cultural development and
programming activities and the Tourism Programming Account was established for the purpose of
funding tourist-related special events; and
WHEREAS, at its regular meeting on January 25, 2012, the Cultural Resources Board
recommended funding for various proposals as set forth on Exhibit “A”, attached and incorporated
herein by this reference, based upon the criteria and considerations set forth in Section 2-203 and
the Fort Fund Guidelines; and
WHEREAS, the proposals recommended by the Cultural Resources Board provide a public
benefit to the Fort Collins community by supporting cultural development and programming
activities, and promote the utilization of public accommodations within the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to adopt the recommendations of the Cultural
Resources Board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS that funds in the total amount of THIRTY TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS ($32,000.) in
the City’s Cultural Development and Programming Account and TWO THOUSAND TWO
HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS ($2,250.) in the City’s Tourism Programming Account be
distributed in accordance with the recommendations of the Cultural Resources Board as set forth on
Exhibit “A”.
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this 21st
day of February A.D. 2012.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
EXHIBIT A
FORT FUND TIER 2 PERCENT OF
FUNDING UNFUNDED REQUEST
APPLICANT PROPOSED EVENT/DATE REQUEST FUND 1 FUND 2 BALANCE FUNDED
ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION Memories in the Making Art Auction
Location: Drake Centre May 31, 2012 $1,500 $600 $0 $900 40%
This event offers those with early to mid-stage Alzheimer's disease and related dementias an
outlook for creative expression.
ARCINDA JAVA and Beyond…an Ultimate in Diversity
Location: CSU September 8, 2012 $1,400 $500 $0 $900 36%
The event includes an informational session about Indonesian culture, a demo on playing Gamelan, an
Indonesian product booth, a stage performance, and Javanese Gamelan music, songs and dance.
ARTISTS ASSOC. OF N. COLORADO 21st Annual National Art Exhibit & Auction
Location: AANC/CoCOA Galleries April 21 - May 26, 2012 $3,200 $2,500 $0 $700 78%
Up to 400 local, regional, national and international artists will be entered in this art exhibit.
They will also present a public educational lecture and demonstration.
CENTER FOR FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY Center Forward 2012
Location: Center for Fine Art Photography September 7 - October 20, 2012 $3,000 $1,200 $0 $1,800 40%
DIA Exhibit November 2012 - March 2013
This annual event includes photography exhibitions, artist and photographic expert lectures,
receptions and portfolio reviews
CITY OF FC RECREATIONAL DEPT. Kites in the Park Kite Festival
Location: Spring Canyon Community Park April 29, 2012 $3,000 $2,700 $0 $300 90%
This is a free community event. Highlights include kite making, professional kite flyers & performers,
and a presentation featuring cultural clubs from CSU.
COLORADO BACH ENSEMBLE 2012 - 2013 Season
Location: Griffin Hall, CSU June 29, 2012 $5,000 $500 $0 $4,500 10%
This event will be the organization's inaugural performance. They are a unique professional group
dedicated to the study and performances of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach.
CSU - UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM Colorado's Valentine
Location: University Art Museum October 1 - December 14, 2012 $5,000 $4,500 $0 $500 90%
This is an exhibit planned for the Art Museum's fall exhibition featuring a survey of the work of
artist De Wain Valentine, who was born and raised in Fort Collins.
CROSSROADS SAFEHOUSE, INC. Crossroads Half-Marathon & 5K
Location: Buckingham Park September 16, 2012 $800 $0 $250 $550 31%
This race generates funds for Crossroads Safehouse services and attracts runners from all over
the country and throughout Colorado.
DANCE EXPRESS Dance Express Fest
Location: Bas Bleu Theatre July 20 - 21, 2012 $3,500 $700 $0 $2,800 20%
Audiences for these performances will be those interested in dance, music and performing arts in
diverse experiences for persons with disabilities.
DISABLED RESOURCE SERVICES Wine Fest 30
Location: Fort Collins Hilton March 23, 2012 $1,500 $600 $0 $900 40%
This is an annual Northern Colorado premier wine tasting event with a silent auction. The proceeds
benefit Disabled Resource Services
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF FORT COLLINS 30th Annual Garden Tour
CULTURAL RESOURCES BOARD
RECOMMENDATION
FORT FUND GRANT PROGRAM
January 2012
Location: Warren Shores neighborhood June 16, 2012 $3,000 $1,500 $0 $1,500 50%
The tour showcases the possibilities of outdoor living spaces designed by both homeowners and
gardening professionals. It is the League's longest running major fundraising event
KRFC PUBLIC RADIO/FRONT RANGE KRFC 9th Annual Birthday Bash
Location: Lincoln Center March 10, 2012 $5,000 $1,000 $0 $4,000 20%
KRFC's intent is to create a birthday event that will serve as a celebration of local music and also as
an outreach event to interest people in KRFC and their new and diverse local music lineup.
LINCOLN CENTER SUPPORT LEAGUE Fort Collins Studio Tour
Location: Lincoln Center & various artists' studios June 23 -24, 2012 $3,000 $2,700 $0 $300 90%
This self-guided tour will engage the public directly with local artists in Fort Collins, Bellvue and
LaPorte, and reveals the diversity of creative, professional artists living and working in our community.
N. COLO. INTERTRIBAL POWWOW ASSOC. 20TH Annual Spring Contest Powwow & Indian
Location: CSU Moby Arena/Lory Student Ctr Art Market - April 22, 2012 $5,000 $2,000 $2,000 $1,000 80%
NCIPA is collaborating with Hiigh Plains Society for Applied Anthropology in presenting a joint
conference, powwow, lectures and seminars. Events include literary, performing and visual arts.
OPENSTAGE THEATRE Casino Royale
Location: Lincoln Center March 24, 2012 $5,000 $1,000 $0 $4,000 20%
This is OpenStage Theatre's annual fundraising event. It provides its regular patrons, along with new
audiences, a unique event with casino gaming and a costume contest.
OPERA FORT COLLINS Afternoon Tea with a Diva
Location: Fort Collins Country Club April 29, 2012 $3,000 $1,500 $0 $1,500 50%
This is a fundraising event for Opera Fort Collins. It is a unique event for all ages that combines
a British tea and a live opera performance.
POUDRE LANDMARKS FOUNDATION PLF's 40th Anniversary: Dazzling Decades
Location: Lincoln Center May 26, 2012 $3,000 $2,400 $0 $600 80%
This event celebrates the organization's founding in the 1970's. It will feature member recognition,
music, fashion, food, memorabilia and fads from the 70's era.
POUDRE RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY DIST. History Comes Alive @ Your Library Series 2
Location: Front Range Community College June 29 - November 20, 2012 $2,700 $2,100 $0 $600 78%
This free series reinforces the Library District's new emphasis on literature, readers and writers, and
fills a niche for local Chautauqua-quality programming.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN RAPTOR PROGRAM 2nd Chance at Freedom Dinner & Auction
Location: Fort Collins Hilton February 25, 2012 $2,000 $400 $0 $1,600 20%
This event is for people interested in wildlife and the environment. Attendees are given the opportunity
to see the raptors up close and personal in a gala setting with music, dinner and a live and silent auction.
SPOKESBUZZ FORT COLLINS BandSwap
Location: Hodi's Half Note, Avogadro's, & TBD October 1, 2012 $5,000 $3,000 $0 $2,000 60%
This is a unique event promoting the Fort Collins music scene nationwide by importing music fans to
Fort Collins while exporting local musicians to partner cities.
SUSTAINABLE LIVING ASSOCIATION Earth Day Fort Collins
Location: Civic Center Park April 21, 2012 $3,000 $600 $0 $2,400 20%
This Earth Day celebration provides activities & events for the entire family to encourage and inspire the
community to honor the Earth and to make efforts toward conservation and preservation of our planet.
Total Funding Requested by Applicants $67,600
Total Funding Recommended for disbursement by CRB $32,000 $2,250
Total Unfunded Balance $33,350
% of Requests Funded 53%