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Cultural Arts Commission
Minutes of February 4, 1998
The regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Englewood Cultural Arts Commission was called to
order at 5:45pm by Chairperson Wolosyn at the Englewood Recreation Center, Conference Room.
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Wolosyn, Spangenberg, Krueger, Warner, Tomasso, Peterson
LaPorta Kreiger, Lindsey, Gootee, Black ex officio
Also present: Gary Hultberg, Recreation Manager
Alex Habenicht, City Council Liaison
Mike Heberling, Englewood High School Student and Youth Member to
Public Library Board
Chairperson Wolosyn asked if there were any changes or additions to the minutes of December 3,
1997. A correction was made regarding the arrival time of Public Library Liaison O'Leary. O'Leary arrived
at 5:50pm, not 6:50pm. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. The
motion passed 5-0 .
Recreation Manager Hultberg updated Commission members on the selection of an architect for
Cinderella City/Foley's building . Seven architects were interviewed by City of Englewood staff. The
selection has been narrowed down to one architect. Discussion has been held between the City of Englewood e and the architect regarding renegotiation of price. Response from staff is that they were impressed by the
qualifications and experience of the applicants. Habenicht stated she had heard the same.
Chairperson Wolosyn asked if it would be possible for the Cultural Arts Commission to tour the
Foley's building. Hultberg would make the arrangements.
Youth Commission member Peterson arrived at 5 :50pm. Peterson introduced her guest, Mike
Heberling, Englewood High School student and youth member to the Englewood Public Library Board.
In reference to last month's agenda item to establish a Committee of the Whole for Art in Public
Places , Chairperson Wolosyn suggested that the Commission move forward with that action since a quorum
was now present. A motion was made by Vice Chairperson Spangenberg and seconded by Commission
member Tomasso that a Committee of the Whole be established for the Art in Public Places . The motion
passed 5-0 . Council liaison Habenicht asked that since the motion was for Committee of the Whole, the
liaisons also be included as voting members. Commission members agreed with Habenicht.
Hultberg spoke in reference to the Art in Public Places resolution. Hultberg explained that one
percent of all capital fund projects will be set aside for art in public places beginning in 1999. Hultberg felt it
would be appropriate if the Cultural Arts Commission take the lead in that project. Hultberg also felt it was
important to have a plan in effect prior to the start of 1999.
Chairperson Wolosyn reported on the Plaza Statue. Wolosyn was hoping that a statue be in place by
the beginning of the EDDA summer concert series. No progress has been made regarding liability.
Commission members discussed opportunities for acquiring a piece of art. Habenicht and Wolosyn will try to
meet with the City Attorney to discuss issues related to public art .
In regards to a suggestion made by Habenicht at the January meeting, Commission member Warner
asked if there has been any progress on a working calendar for the Cultural Arts Commission Wolosyn stated 9
she would have one by the March meeting.
Commission members were updated on RTD Station. There has been no new progress. Wolosyn was
told that it would not be possible to go through RTD for SCFD funding. Application for funding would need
to be done through the City of Englewood, Cultural Arts Division. Wolosyn will also be pursuing other
venues for funding besides just SCFD.
Spangenberg reported on the Convening Committee and Project 2003/Cultural Corridor. Spangenberg
thought it would be less confusing if the name of the Convening Committee be changed to Centennial
Celebration . There has been no action on the celebration. In reference to Project 2003/Cultural Corridor,
Spangenberg reported that the committee is looking at a 5 year plan so that a cultural corridor will be in place
for the centennial celebration. It was felt that there were plenty of venues for opportunities for the cultural
corridor and that the feasibility study and cultural corridor could be linked. Spangenberg continued discussion
on the Cultural Corridor, reporting that she was still caring for the plants for the Englewood Depot, which
were donated by Englewood Garden Center when it closed.
Spangenberg stated that the feasibility study questionnaire is being reviewed. A request was made for
names and addresses for those whom it would be beneficial to have complete the questionnaire. The
Commission discussed usage, rent and cost associated with a cultural center. Hultberg distributed Recreation
Division 's list of items for consideration as possible components of a new City Hall facility including a 200
seat theater , rehearsal room(s), dance/multi-purpose room, daycare facility, storage and commons area.
Commission member Krueger left at 6:3 lpm.
Spangenberg distributed copies of the questionnaire. It is hoped the questionnaire can be mailed out
as soon as possible. Hultberg requested that the Parks and Recreation Department review the questionnaire
prior to being mailed out.
Youth member Peterson spoke in regards to the camping trip for the Englewood High School
Environmental Club planned for March. In support of the project, Peterson asked for a donation from the
Cultural Arts Commission. Commission members discussed donating towards the outing. Wolosyn also
suggested the club speak to the Public Library Board concerning a donation.
Habenicht announced SCFD will be celebrating their 10th anniversary. In honor of the celebration, the
organization is asking for participation from municipalities in order to make it a metro-wide celebration.
Recreation Manager Hultberg reported there is a SCFD grant workshop on February 19, 1998.
Hultberg announced the Department of Parks and Recreation is planning a new special event, "Olde e
Tyme Fair''. The event would be held in August at the Miller Field and would include carnival games, music ,
food, etc.. Hultberg asked for references for performers, musicians, etc. that could perform at such an event.
Habenicht suggested pulling the event in with the 2003 Celebration.
Spangenberg noted that the Summer of Concert series has opportunities available for local performers e and musicians for intermissions. Interested parties should contact Harold Celva with EDDA.
Youth Member Peterson announced she would be performing in an upcoming Englewood High
School production called The New Boyfriend. Peterson asked if the Cultural Arts Commission would be
interested in purchasing an ad for the program. A motion was made by Vice-Chairman Spangenberg and
seconded by Commission member Tomasso to purchase an ad in support of the Englewood High School
Drama Department and the production The New Boyfriend. The motion passed 4-0.
The meeting was adjourned at 7: 11 pm.
Deborah A. Severa, Recording Secretary