HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-07-06 CAC MINUTESI. CALL TO ORDER
City of Englewood
CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Minutes of July 6, 2011
The regular monthly meeting of the City of Englewood Cultural Arts Commission was called
to order at 5:47 pm by Chairperson Bertoluzzi at the Community Development Conference
Room at the Civic Center.
Present:
Absent:
Eric Bertoluzzi, Chairperson (left at 6:15pm)
Donna Schnitzer, Commission Member
Karen Kenney , Commission Member
Maggie Stewart, Commission Member
Jill Wilson, City Council Liaison
Commission Member Kristy Reed (arrived at 6:20pm)
Jerrell Black, ex officio
Tamara Emmanuel , Commission Member
Kate Dulaney , Commission Member
Mary Lynn Baird, Englewood School District Liaison
Heather Bartunek, Commission Member
II. REVIEW OF AGENDA
There were no changes to the agenda.
Ill. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes to the minutes of May
4, 2011. There were none. The minutes were approved as presented. The
minutes from the June 1, 2011 meeting were not approved due to there not
being a quorum of members present from that meeting .
IV. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS
There were no guests.
V. NEW BUSINESS
Commission Member Maggie Stewart updated Commission members on the upcoming
events featuring Rebecca Lolosoli, co-founder of the Umoja Uaso Woman's Village in Kenya,
a refuge for abused women. Stewart told Commission that there had been great publicity
and web support getting information out regarding Ms . Lolosoli 's presentation at Hampden
Hall on July 21 at ?pm. Stewart added that Ms . Lolosoli would be leading a beading class
with renowned beading artist Wendy Ellsworth at Hampden Hall on Wednesday, July 20,
from 6-9pm . Stewart provided flyers and posters for the events.
Stewart then announced that the programming of Hampden Hall had been transferred to
Library staff, and spoke highly of the Library's new Director, Dorothy Hargrave, as well as her
staff.
Jerrell Black told Commission members about a celebration later in July regarding Miller
Field. Black explained that the Field had been dedicated 60 years ago to Denny Miller, a 12
year old boy from a prominent Englewood family who passed away in 1951. Black
continued, saying that the fundraising and events surrounding the building of the Field had
been a huge part of Englewood 's history, and that Bob Hope had even been in attendance.
Black said Blair Brady, Denny Miller's nephew , had written a memoir, "Between You, Me-
... And the Fence Post", documenting his family's history in Englewood , including the creation
of Miller Field. Black explained that Mr. Brady would be in Englewood the week of July 25 to
attend book signings and photographic exhibitions at the Rec Center and Malley Center as
well as the Library. Black said that Tuesday , July 26, "60 1h Anniversary Game Night" was
scheduled at Miller Field beginning at 4:30pm.
Black invited Commission members to all events, announcing that the 60 1h Anniversary Game
Night would include the presentation of a donated sculpture of a six-foot bat from the Brady
family to the City; followed by Englewood youth baseball teams playing baseball on the Field .
Black added that the Parks and Recreation Department would be providing refreshment for
guests. Black ended discussion by suggesting that Commission do a formal
recommendation to City Council to accept the sculpture donated by the Brady family.
Discussion followed , including where the Sculpture might be placed. Black said that decision
had not been finalized.
A motion was made by Commission Member Stewart and seconded by
Commission Member Schnitzer to recommend to City Council acceptance of the
Denny Miller Memorial Sculpture according to the Gift In Kind Contribution
Form. The motion passed unanimously.
Jerrell Black said staff would meet with City Council Monday night to update them about the
Miller celebration.
VI. OLD BUSINESS
Donna Schnitzer told Commission that gardens in the Community Garden was doing well and
that several meetings had been held. Schnitzer added that Groundbreaking had occurred at
the Charles Hay Garden and that there was tremendous neighborhood support there .
Schnitzer said that a plot had become available at the Community Garden that Cafe 180 had
acquired.
VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS
There was no update on Public Art. Maggie Stewart commented on the fireworks show at
Belleview Park on July 4, saying she thought it was the best show in the area . Jerrell Black
said that estimates were that 30,000 people were in attendance. Regarding Englewood Arts,
Eric Bertoluzzi mentioned the transfer of Hampden Hall scheduling to Library staff. Bertoluzzi
said that he appreciated the City's cooperation in scheduling the facility, in particular the
support from Michael Flaherty , Deputy Assistant Manager.
Donna Schnitzer informed Commission that the Department had won two Arapahoe County
Open Space Grants, one for Riverside Park and one for the Centennial Trail. Jerrell Black
added that the Department had also been awarded a grant from Fishing is Fun for $13,000.
Schnitzer mentioned another grant awarded to the Department, the Make A Splash Grant
which had enabled 270 kids to participate in free swimming lessons. Lastly, Schnitzer
reminded Commission members about the Sounds of Summer Concerts being held on
Thursday nights .
Bertoluzzi informed Commission about a new show at MOA, "Light Supply", an exhibition
from multiple artists working with lights and sound.
VIII. UPCOMING EVENTS
Donna Schnitzer asked if anyone had any ideas for the Commission's craft booth at Funfest
in Belleview Park in August. Commission Member Karen Kenney suggested tying in the
Rebecca Lolosoli bead making story with a bead making booth for kids where they could be
educated about Ms. Lolosoli's cause . Black told Commission members that staff would be
glad to help procure supplies for the booth and asked Karen Kenney to forward information.
Donna Schnitzer said she would inform Commission members about the plans for the booth.
IX. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE
Jerrell Black welcomed new Commission Member Kristy Reed to the Commission . Black
said that the Cultural Arts Commission is an action oriented Board and that she will enjoy
being a member.
Black spoke about the letter included in the packet inviting everyone to the Annual Board,
Commission and Authority Appreciation Night at Pirates Cove on August 8 at 6:00pm. Black
invited Commission members to come at 4:30pm to enjoy free swim time .
Black then told Commission members about a project he and IT Director Jeff Konishi are
coordinating to install security cameras in numerous City facilities. Black explained that
Council had approved the project last year, and after a lot of time spent they were close to
finalizing the product as well as the financing. Black added that a Study Session would be
scheduled with City Council to update them about the project. Lastly , Black said that three
racquetball courts at the Rec Center are scheduled to be replaced starting August 8 with the
construction lasting for four weeks, and that the fourth court will be replaced next year.
X. COMMISSION MEMBERS' CHOICE
Karen Kenney commented that she was glad to hear about projects in progress and things
being replaced. Jerrell Black said that sales tax revenue was up compared to 2010 which
was a very positive sign. Black added that some projects being worked on are due to grants
which are tied to shareback funds. Black said that the Department had been very fortunate
to apply for and receive $300 ,000 in grants and $600 ,000 in shareback funds .
Maggie Stewart commented that Pirates Cove appeared to be doing very well. Black said
that last year over 120,000 visitors had enjoyed the Park and that an expansion is planned in
the next few years.
Karen Kenney announced that she had moved out of Englewood and asked if she could
remain on the Commission . Black said that she could. Kenny then told Commission about
an idea she had for a Public Art project involving "foamcore" in 3 ' x 3 ' pieces for people to
work on and create a puzzle. Commission agreed to consider the project. Karen offered to
do more research to bring back to the Commission. Kenney then asked if the group was
agreeable to meeting at Cate 180. Schnitzer replied that the Commission had agreed to
meet there in October. Commission Member Reed asked about the reason for the meeting
place. Kenney answered that the intent was to bridge the gap between the City government,
business, and the arts.
Schnitzer then asked Reed about her arts background . Reed explained that she had recently
returned to Colorado after being in France and China for 16 years. Reed said that her
background was in cultural anthropology, specifically language and culture. Commission
members welcomed Reed.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 6:50pm.