Our "pretty committee" is a sub-committee of the Trustees (who usually say "no" regardless of the request). I had everything mapped out in a handout which I distributed a week befor the meeting. I had detailed plans for each room, estimated cost, who would do the work, etc. I gave personal tours of the rooms, and, as was suggested, I asked for ideas. They didn't have many suggestions, but I didn't have any problems getting our plans approved.

When I get frustrated at the Trustees and "Pretty Committee" I have my own personal awards event (no one knows about it). I give out "The Golden Calf Awards" to those individuals or groups who idolize the building, and then I lift them up in prayer.