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Personnel and Finance Committee September 4, 2001 Page 2 of volunteer service programs. They are working with the University of Notre Dame to gather information and disseminate information. 4. Emphasis "Youth as Resources" which is aimed at bringing youth and adults together(40 youth to 10 adults). They would like to host a conference in St. Joseph County. Ms. Strycker noted that special event fund raising would continue to go forth. The Council Attorney inquired whether Youth Services has its own website. Ms. Strycker noted that they are developing a website which should be available in the next several weeks on Michiana Free Net. Council President Pfeifer inquired about the Youth Development Commission and the Health Communities Initiatives. Ms. Strycker stated that the Youth Development Commission is more educational. She is attempting to bring all agencies together who provide services for youth together to discuss issues. Ms. Strycker agreed with the Council President that there needs to be a better coordination of services. Council President Pfeifer noted that she has "heard terrible things at Madison Hospital", and she encouraged coordination in light of the duplication of services and bad services being provided by some organizations. Ms. Strycker noted that a lot of "turfism" is going on but she is hopeful that youth system advocacy can be developed. She remains hopeful that dialogue can take place. Council President Pfeifer inquired why the Youth Services Bureau was no longer a part of city government. Ms. Strycker that Mayor Parent terminated the city relationship in 1985, however agreed to provide some financial support with the remainder of such support being provided by a variety of public and private funding sources. Ms. Strycker noted it was difficult at first but they have continued to grow and meet the needs of youth because of dedicated staff. 2002 South Bend Regional Museum of Art (Fund # 101-0408) 2001 Budget: $ 125,00 2002 Budget: $ 125,00 South Bend Regional Museum of Art's Executive Director Susan R. Visser presented three (3) handouts to the Committee,namely: 1. South Bend Regional Museum of Art Selected Youth Programs,2001 A 2-page handout highlighting seven(7) programs,namely five(5) new programs being"Youth Studio Residency Program","Art Exposure", "Totem Pole 2001","Art Junkie/Juvenile Justice Center Day Programming", and"Shake Your Bon Bon";and two(2) on ongoing programs being "Art Chunk"and"Art and Artifacts"(copy attached) 2. SBRMA Fall 2001 Brochure A 23-page brochure highlighting a calendar of events,registration and membership.