The arts commission shall adopt by-laws for the transaction of business, provided however, that the by-laws must first be approved by council. The arts commission shall keep a record of its recommendations, transactions, findings and determinations; and shall meet at least quarterly or at such times as the chairperson or arts commission may determine. All meetings of the arts commission shall be considered public record and subject to the Freedom of Information Act. The arts commission may make expenditures for salaries of any employees and staff, contracts with consultants, and for the purchase of required equipment and supplies, provided however, that such funding has been appropriated by county council. The arts commission shall conduct its affairs on the fiscal year basis employed by Colleton County. Budget requests and other financial activities utilizing county funds shall conform to county financial practices. The expenditures of the commission, exclusive of gifts, shall be within the amounts appropriated for such purpose by the Colleton County council. (Ord. 93-O-10 § 2, 1993)