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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-01-13 CAC MINUTES• • • I. CALL TO ORDER City of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of January 13, 1999 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. Present: Absent: Also Present: Olga Wolosyn, Chairperson Martha Warner, Vice Chairperson (left at 7:47pm) Janet Spangenberg, Commission Member (left at 7:15pm) Corrine Lindsey, Commission Member Ray Tomasso, Commission Member Rosemary LaPorta, Commission Member (left at 7: 15pm) Jerrell Black, ex officio Edward Krueger (resigned as of 1/13/99) Gary Hultberg, Manager of Recreation Alex Habenicht, City Council Liaison (left at 7: 15pm) Bervette Williams , Englewood Public Library Liaison Joseph Riche, Public Art Program David Taylor, David Taylor Dance Theatre Linda Diekvoss, David Taylor Dance Theatre II. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Chairperson Wolosyn introduced Joseph Riche. Riche was present to discuss a proposal on public art. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Wolosyn asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of December 2, 1998. There were none. A motion was made to accept the minutes as presented. The motion passed unanimously. IV. JOSEPH RICHE/ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM Discussion was turned over to Mr. Riche . Mr. Riche explained that he was a member of The Society for the Preservation of Humanity , a touring group of artists "committed to emphasizing the essential role of culture in a civilized society". SPH provides public art on a revolving basis. Riche stated that this would be the first entry into Colorado. Riche explained that the program requires $1,000 per sculpture , with a ten-sculpture minimum. For $500.00 , the same artist would provide additional sculptures . New pieces of art would be brought in after two years if the City of Englewood decided to continue with the program. Cost would cover proceeds to the artists, advertisement, transportation, maintenance and installation of the piece of art. The Cultural Arts Commission would be responsible for identification for the piece of art, liability insurance and maintenance due to vandalism. Riche gave a slide presentation showing examples of the art available to the program. Chairperson Wolosyn asked in regards to the selection of art. Mr. Riche explained that the Commission would select the pieces. Council Member Habenicht asked how local artists could join the SPH. Mr. Riche said that there were a couple of ways , either from a Call for Entries or by word of mouth. Mr. Riche explained the application process. Director Black addressed maintenance issues. Mr. Riche felt there was no concern for sprinklers, etc. since the pieces of art were made to withstand the weather. Mr. Riche stated that the pieces of art could be in place by the end of the summer. Chairperson Wolosyn thanked Mr. Riche for his time and presentation and stated that she would be in contact as soon as a decision is made . V. DAVID TAYLOR/DAVID TAYLOR DANCE THEATRE Chairperson Wolosyn introduced David Taylor. Mr. Taylor was invited to tonight's meeting to discuss the presence of the David Taylor Dance Theatre at the Foley's Building. Commission members and guests introduced themselves. Discussion was turned over to Mr. Taylor. • Mr. Taylor stated that he and Linda Diekvoss, Executive Director of the David Taylor Dance • Theatre, had met with City and Commission representatives on Monday to discuss his interest in moving to the new municipal building. Mr. Taylor distributed information to Commission members. Discussion followed regarding the information. Mr. Taylor explained that the David Taylor Dance Theatre is in the top 25 cultural institutions in the Denver area and operates off an annual budget of $600,000. Mr. Taylor stated that it is his goal to become a Tier II organization with SCFD. The David Taylor Dance Theatre does not have a home theatre and performances are held at different locations. Mr. Taylor discussed the proposal. Details included: *The David Taylor Dance Theatre will be the "artist in residence" at the complex and will be available to perform for festivals, galas, openings, fundraisers, etc. *DTDT can set up credit programs with local high school drama and theatre departments for credit classes in costume design, set and prop design, lighting and staging, etc. *Space can be used for auditions and master classes of visiting theatre and dance companies. *Open classes and rehearsals to the general public (walls facing general public would be glass). *Part of space will be available for a rotating exhibit of the Carson-Brierly Dance Library, Colorado 's only dance library . *Cooperation with Englewood Recreation Center with networking to provide dance classes to • local residents at a discount . DTDT faculty can provide classes at the Recreation Center. *Space available to Recreation Center activities . • • VI . • In regards to the 14,000 square feet available at the Foley's site, Mr. Taylor commented that their current facility is 7,500 square feet and would have a need for all of the 14,000 square feet. Mr. Taylor went on to explain that plans for the new facility would include three dance studios , rehearsal area, costume room, dressing rooms, etc. Discussion followed regarding needs in relation to space available . Commission member Tomasso asked in regards to funding. Mr. Taylor reported that there is a large number of Capital Improvement Grants relating to cultural education. Mr. Taylor explained that he has never had a need to apply but felt that there would be no problem in raising the funds to complete the space. Discussion followed regarding SCFD 's tier structure and the benefits of going to Tier II level. Discussion moved on to the benefits to the Cinderella City complex by having David Taylor Dance Theatre at the site. Council member Habenicht asked Englewood Public Library liaison, Bervette Williams, if she foresaw any concerns or problems that the Library may have with the group coming in to the site. Williams stated that she saw no problem and felt all components could work together. Mr. Taylor noted that he believed in integration of the arts as an educating tool and welcomed opportunities with the Department of Parks and Recreation. Chairperson Wolosyn asked what direction the Commission needed to move in. Director Black stated that he had spoken to City Manager Sears after Monday's presentation. Black agreed with Sears that the Commission was a well-respected board and felt that after discussion of tonight's presentation the Commission could make a recommendation to City Council. Black went on to explain that a presentation on the new City Hall facility would be made at the February 8, 1999, City Council Study Session and a recommendation from the Cultural Arts Commission would be appropriate at that time. Black wanted the Cultural Arts Commission members to understand that with the presence of the David Taylor Dance Theatre at the Foley's building, all of the space available to the Cultural Arts Commission would be utilized. Black reiterated that there would be no space remaining for sharing. Chairperson Wolosyn suggested that the Cultural Arts Commission meet next week to further discuss the proposals presented to them at tonight's meeting. A meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, January 20 , 1999 , 5:45pm, at the Englewood Recreation Center Conference Room. NEW BUSINESS Chairperson Wolosyn announced that Art Scibelli with Neighborhood and Business Development has invited the Cultural Arts Commission to meet with him for the regular scheduled Commission meeting in February . The meeting would be located at the NBD Office at 11 W. Hampden, Suite 102. Mr. Scibelli will give an overview of the South Broadway plan. Director Black spoke in regards to the l % funding for Art in Public Places . Black stated that it was originally thought that the Cultural Arts Commission would receive approximately $13,000 based off of Capital Improvement Projects for 1999. Black announced that the Commission would be receiving $15 ,314 for 1999. Commission members were informed that City Council approved the removal of the Sunset provision for the Cultural Arts Commission ordinance. VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS Chairperson Wolosyn announced that the selection committee for Art at the Station would be meeting on Tuesday, January 26, 1999. Wolosyn stated that there was discussion involving a $500.00 presentation fee to each artist. Discussion followed. Commission members decided the fee would not be provided. Commission member Tomasso reported that RTD is saying they will own the piece of art in the windscreen. Discussion followed. Commission member Tomasso asked in regards to the art in the plaza. Chairperson Wolosyn stated that she would wait until the Spring for discussion of new art. Vice Chairperson Warner asked in regards to MOA. Black updated Warner on MOA's letter declining to come to the redeveloped Cinderella City site. Director Black discussed Cinderella City and RTD's role in the development of the new site . In regards to the funding of the Joseph Riche proposal, Commission member Tomasso suggested that Englewood business development contribute some funding towards the project. Tomasso discussed the Book Arts League presence at the Foley's complex. Discussion followed. VIII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:40pm. Deborah A. Severa, Recording Secretary • • •