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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-03-07 CAC MINUTESI. Call to Order City of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of March 7, 2012 The regular monthly meeting of the City of Englewood Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 5:45pm by Chairperson Bertoluzzi at the City Council Conference Room at the Civic Center building , 1000 Englewood Parkway. Present: Eric Bertoluzzi, Chairperson Donna Schnitzer, Vice Chairperson Tamara Emmanuel , Commission Member Kaylene Mccrum, Commission Member Kristy Reed, Commission Member Jill Wilson, City Council Liaison Absent: Maggie Stewart , Commission Member Karen Kenney, Commission Member Kate Dulaney, Commission Member Mary Lynn Baird , Engiewood School District Liaison Also Present: Joe Sack, Recreation Manager Tim Vacca, Museum of Outdoor Representative II. Review of Agenda Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes to the agenda. MOA Representative Tim Vacca had an item to add to the agenda under Public Art. Ill. Approval of Minutes Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes to the minutes of February 1, 2012. There were none. The minutes were approved as presented. IV. Introduction of Guests Newly appointed Commission Member Kaylene Mccrum was introduced. Mccrum told the Commission about herself. Commission members introduced themselves to Mccrum. V. New Business There were no items for New Business. VI. Old Business Discussion turned to "Optimistic Attitude to Life" piece of art that was donated to City Council. Recreation Manager Joe Sack reported that an email had been sent to them with a photo and dimensions of the artwork. Sack told the commission members that he had also sent the email to Parks and Recreation Facility Managers and Dorothy Hargrove, Library Director. Sack said that Ms. Hargrove has interest in displaying the artwork but does not know yet where it can be displayed or for the length of time the Library will be able to display it. Sack also said that Ms. Hargrove is looking into framing for the art. Discussion followed. Sack told the commission members that he will report back to them when he has more information. VII. Committee Reports Vacca informed the Commission that the Museum of Outdoor Arts has a set of bronze dolphins that it would like the City to consider placing in its pond at Hampden and Bannock. Vacca reported that for several years the dolphins have been displayed at Westlands Park. A picture of the dolphins photo shopped into the pond was distributed to commission members. Vacca asked commission members for their input. Commission Member Emmanuel asked if the sculpture was a gift to the City or if it would be on loan. Vacca reported that the Museum of Outdoor Arts would retain ownership as it does with all of its art. Vacca explained that the sculpture is currently being restored. Discussion followed regarding signage. Sack asked Vacca if like the rest of MOA's art, will maintenance of the dolphins be the responsibility of MOA? Vacca replied yes. Emmanuel asked who will be responsible for installation. Vacca stated the company who is doing the restoration will also be doing the installation. Sack asked Vacca if MOA understood that the artwork was being placed in a flood basin and any potential damage caused by such a disaster would be MOA's responsibility. Vacca told Sack that MOA was aware of where they were being placed and that they will be insured. Discussion followed regarding placement of the artwork in the pond. McCrum asked if they were concerned about graffiti. Vacca reported that they are not too worried by graffiti due to them being placed in water. Commission members were told by Vacca that MOA has had very few instances of graffiti with its artwork, giving credit to having of 24/7 security. Vacca stated that if something does get tagged, it gets removed quickly. Sack told Bertoluzzi that staff would appreciate if the Commission would recommend the acceptance of the artwork. Bertoluzzi asked commission members if there was a consensus that the Department of Parks and Recreation accept from MOA the bronze dolphins. Commission members were in a consensus. Bertoluzzi asked when the artwork would be installed. Sack told the Commission that the pond will be drained in the summer for cleaning. Vacca reported that it would be great if it could be by summer. Bertoluzzi reported that Englewood Arts' Stings Attached program is doing quite well and commented in regard to the great instructors it has for the program. Bertoluzzi told the Commission that Englewood Arts has always considered expanding the program and has recently approached Sheridan Schools to see if there was an interest in the program. The Commission was told that they are very interested and the program will be offered to the children in the elementary school for a two month period. Bertoluzzi also reported that a new instructor has been hired for the expanded program. Bertoluzzi spoke in regard to Englewood Arts exploring the idea of starting a new concert series to increase its audience, a younger crowd, and have it going by this coming fall. Bertoluzzi explained that they are looking into using talented, local artists. Vacca asked if the concerts would still be classical based . Bertoluzzi replied no but explained that it would not be just one type of music . Discussion followed in regard to the type of music and if alcohol would be served. Bertoluzzi stated that he is open to suggestions . Schnitzer gave an update on the February Parks and Recreation Commission meeting including discussion on Park Dedication and Fee-in-Lieu Standard. Schnitzer also reported that Joyce Musgrove , Recreation Program and Facility Manager gave an update on the newly implemented extended hours at the Malley Recreation Center which have shown to be very successful. Bertoluzzi asked if there has been any discussion between the City of Englewood and Englewood Schools regarding collaborating with the new high school and middle school. Sack told the Commission that Director Black is on the School Design Committee and has had several discussions w ith Englewood Schools Superintendent Brian Ewert in regard to possible collaborations. Sack reported that the Department of Parks and Recreation and Englewood Schools already partner in regard to usage and maintenance with the Hosanna Athletic Complex at the High School. Bertoluzzi asked if there has been any discussion in regard to curriculum . Sack replied that there have been d iscussions on providing more recreation opportunities but not about curriculum. Bertoluzzi stated that he had recently met with Mr. Ewert who is a big supporter of arts education , noting that he is look ing forward to having more discussion with Mr. Ewert . Discussion followed regarding Englewood Schools future curriculum plans for the arts and the impact of arts on education. VIII. Upcoming Events Discussion followed in regard to upcoming events including the Englewood Arts concert on March 24th, "Grieg,: Sonata for Cello & Piano in A minor". IX. Director's Choice In regard to the August 11 th Funfest event, Sack informed the Commission that the Larimer Arts Association has been in contact with the Department in regard to incorporating sidewalk art into the festival. Sack explained that the Larimer Arts Association would bring in an artist and an apprentice along with all of the supplies but is requesting help in operating the booth . Sack suggested that since the Cultural Arts Commission has a booth each year, the Commission could sponsor the group and provide the manpower at one booth . Emmanuel stated that she would still like the Commission to have its own booth but could still sponsor the Larimer Arts Association. Emmanuel stated that if commission members are concerned in regard to finding volunteers to work both booths , she could find enough people to work . Discussion followed . Sack explained that the Larimer Arts Association is not looking for publicity but will be marketing their festival at Funfest. Sack said that he would bring back more ideas at the next meeting. X. Commission Member's Choice Vacca distributed information on MOA's new show, Sky on a String, that will be open on Saturday and run through July 21, 2012. Vacca reported that the Museum is looking for summer interns , undergraduate level. In regard to previous discussion on a curriculum for the arts , Reed stated that she could ask one of the Directors at her work if he would be willing to attend a Commission meeting to discuss how they incorporate art into their curriculum . In regard to last month 's discussion on Englewood Live and looking for someone from the Cultural Arts Commission to interview for an upcoming performance, Emmanuel reported that she has contacted Mr. Fleenor with Englewood Live who said that he would present an idea for discussion . Emmanuel stated that she has not heard from him since then. Emmanuel discussed several non-profit art organizations that have committed a booth for Funfest including the Museo de las Americas , the Museum of Contemporary Arts , ArtReach and the International School. Emmanuel explained that each organization will provide its own art project in addition to volunteers. Schnitzer reported that she had recently attended another free demonstration by the Art Students League. Schntizer gave an update on the Community Garden , reporting that the first meeting for the season will be on March 201h. Mccrum told commission members that she is looking forward to serving on the Cultural Arts Commission . Wilson stated that she is really excited how everyone is working on their own thing while still joining together to get things accomplished. XI. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 6:55pm . il D . Severa , Recording Secretary