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Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission hears updates on Phoenix Awards, grants, murals and art walk
Summary
The Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission met Oct. 8 and heard staff and committee updates on awards, grant programs and public-art projects. Daniel B. Smith, chair of the Cultural Arts Commission, opened the meeting and noted a lack of quorum, so the commission postponed approval of minutes and proceeded with informational items that did not require a vote.
The Lawrence Cultural Arts Commission met Oct. 8 and heard staff and committee updates on awards, grant programs and public-art projects. Daniel B. Smith, chair of the Cultural Arts Commission, opened the meeting and noted a lack of quorum, so the commission postponed approval of minutes and proceeded with informational items that did not require a vote.
Commissioners reported the Phoenix Awards Committee met Oct. 1 and set the awards ceremony for Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. The committee is working with the Lehi Center to hold the ceremony on that facility’s stage as part of an inclusive holiday market; Monique is coordinating logistics with the Lehi Center. Commissioners praised the physical awards that committee member Brian fabricated and said the committee will handle responsibilities such as presentations and packaging. Commissioners said four nominations had been received as of the extended deadline and that outreach continues.
The commission confirmed the…
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