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Commission debates standardizing MCA grants and fixed award amounts
Summary
Commissioners discussed moving to a standardized MCA grant schedule with fixed award amounts to ensure equal distribution; supporters said it prevents dilution of grants, while others warned it could burden artists and urged exploring fundraising or increased city support.
Keisha opened a discussion of MCA grants for fiscal year ’27 and beyond, saying she planned to draft a memo to the mayor and common council to codify a move toward a standardized schedule, equal distribution and fixed grant amounts.
Commissioners reacted: one argued fixed amounts "keep the grants from getting diluted" and help applicants budget, while others cautioned a single application date and fixed amounts could burden artists who rely on matching funds or staggered fundraising. The commission agreed to research feasibility, consider fundraising options, and route any changes through the common council for authority.
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