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Arts commission approves speaker stipends, hears grants report and schedules policy reviews

Ojai City Arts Commission · January 16, 2026
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The Ojai City Arts Commission approved $200 stipends for two upcoming education seminars, heard that 25 grant recipients will be paid this week, and agreed to study grant-application changes, the city art collection and a staff copyright policy in upcoming planning and agenda sessions.

The Ojai City Arts Commission approved stipends for two upcoming education seminars and spent much of the meeting discussing grant administration, the city art collection and other policy items to be addressed during strategic planning.

Chair West moved to approve the previously agreed stipend of $200 each for two education seminars (Colleen O’Mara on Jan. 28 and Cassandra Jones in March); the motion was seconded and passed with a recorded tally of 3–2. Commissioners clarified payment logistics and staff requested W‑9 forms in advance to avoid delays.

Commissioner Wright reported on the most recent grant cycle, saying the round resulted in 25 grant recipients who will receive payments this…

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