Andrea Albo

The resolution pertains to the distribution of 2023 Tier III funds. The County Cultural Councils have prepared their annual funding plans, and the County Commissioners and City Councils have adopted resolutions supporting these plans. The Board of Directors is authorized to approve the 2023 annual funding plans. The resolution approves the distribution of funds as set forth in the annual funding plans, pending fulfillment of obligations and requirements. It also specifies the amounts to be distributed per each county annual funding plan, excluding unallocated rollover or carry forward funds.

The resolution pertains to the 2018 Tier III budgeted distribution, detailing the distribution share designated to each county based on the previous year's proportionate collection of sales and use tax within each county and the SCFD board's budgeted revenue for the current year. It addresses the distribution of $8,840,527.32 in Tier III funds, including county-specific adjustments.

The SCFD Board of Directors meeting included a welcome from the President & CEO of Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance, a review and approval of the meeting agenda. The Treasurer's report indicated an increase in year-to-date sales and use tax revenue compared to the previous year. An update was provided on the search for a new SCFD Executive Director, with interviews scheduled for June and a final decision expected in July. The board also discussed the recently concluded legislative session and the Tier III grant application study sessions with the County Cultural Councils. Tier I organizations presented updates on the use of 2024 SCFD funds, focusing on programming evolution, resiliency, and specific initiatives. The board approved Resolution 25-04 pertaining to the 2025 Tier I Budgeted Distribution.

The SCFD Board of Directors convened multiple meetings to address various organizational and financial matters. Key discussion points included the approval of resolutions pertaining to public meeting notices, adjustments to revenue distribution, and the adoption of amended public records policies. The board also reviewed and approved the fiscal year 2014 audit report and discussed the extension of the June 2018 sunset provision. They received reports from the treasurer, chairman, and executive director, covering topics such as sales tax revenue, reauthorization task force updates, and eligibility application statistics. Additionally, the board honored retiring and outgoing members, reviewed certification reports from Tier II organizations, and addressed public comments regarding discretionary funds and the reauthorization process.

The SCFD Board of Directors meetings in 2012 covered a range of topics including budget reviews, presentations from Tier II organizations, and discussions on revenue enhancement. The board approved resolutions pertaining to budget adjustments, Tier III distributions, and support for residents impacted by wildfires. They also reviewed the 2011 audit and discussed the possibility of recovering election costs to address a projected deficit in operating revenue. Presentations were given by various cultural and scientific organizations, and the board discussed strategies for public awareness and marketing.