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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-10-03 CAC MINUTES• • • I. CALL TO ORDER City of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of October 3, 2001 The regular monthly meeting of the City of Englewood Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 5:46pm by Chairperson Bertoluzzi at the City Manager 's Conference Room at the Civic Center building. Present: Absent: Also Present: Eric Bertoluzzi , Chairperson Ray Tomasso , Vice Chairperson Kate Dulaney, Commission Member John Gates, Commission Member (arrived at 6: I I pm) Janet Moo re , Commission Member Joel Burrage, Yo uth Commission Member Olga Wolosyn , City Council Liaison Jerrell Black, ex officio Gary Gartner, Commission Member Rosemary LaPorta, Commission Member Mary Lynn Baird , Englewood School District Liaison Julie Grazulis , City Council Member (arrived at 6:04pm, left at 7:2lpm) Lei g hAnn Hoffhines , Communications Specia t:st, City Manager's Office Rodney Lontine, Director of Museum of Outdoor Arts Michael Flaherty, Assistant City Manager Owen Beaver, City Council Candidate , District 2 (left at 6:05pm) II. REVIEW OF AGENDA Chairperson Bertoluzzi noted that Owen Beaver, City Council Candidate for District 2 , was present to speak to Cultural Arts Commission. Bertoluzzi informed the members that Mr. Beaver would speak following the approval of the minutes. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES IV. Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if there were any corrections or changes to the minutes of September 5, 2001. City Council Liaison Wolosyn had a change in regards to Entry Port Monuments. Wolosyn noted that the minutes read, "due to budget constraints, the piece was downsized". Wolosyn stated that the piece was not downsized and asked that the minutes be corrected to read, "Commission members were told that the piece would be delayed". The minutes were approved as amended. The motion passed unanimously. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Chairperson Bertoluzzi introduced LeighAnn Hoffhines , Communications Specialist with the City of Englewood , City Manager 's Office , Ro dney Lontine , Director of the Museum of Outdoor Arts and Owen Beaver, City Council Candidate for District 2 . Discussion was turned over to Mr. Beaver, who told commission members that through his campaigning, he has been made aware of rumors that he is against the arts. Mr. Beaver stated that he is not against the arts but that his main concern is if a cultural arts center is built, will it be in conflict with the Riche Center and if the economy changes, where would the money be going versus where it will be needed. Mr. Beaver discussed his background and experiences related to the arts . Discussion was turned over to questions. Mr. Beaver asked the Commission what the Cultural Arts Commission's budget was. Bertoluzzi stated that the Commission receives 1% of Capital Improvement Fund projects; of which there is $30,000 for the last • two years. Bertoluzzi continued, asking Mr. Beaver if he had received a copy of the 2002 proposed budget. Mr. Beaver replied yes. Bertoluzzi asked Mr. Beaver to take a close look at the percentage of funding allocated to the Cultural Arts Commission, and that when he does, he will not be impressed. Mr. Beaver spoke in regards to a City without culture but the cost of having it. City Council Liaison Wolosyn commented that the Cultural Arts Commission is a hard working organization that takes responsibility for their projects. Mr. Beaver thanked the Commission for its time. V. NEW BUSINESS VI. Discussion was turned over to Mr. Lentine, Director of the Museum of Outdoor Arts. Mr. Lentine asked the Commission in regards to the new art throughout the Civic Center building. Commission members complimented the new pieces . Mr. Lentine also discussed the new art that will be forthcoming to the City Center development. Mr. Lentine began discussion on the Civic Center Holiday Lighting Proposal. Information regarding the project was distributed to commission members. Mr. Lontine explained that the project would allow the City of Englewood to present a unique, artistic approach to the traditional city holiday lighting found in other parts of the metropolitan area. Commission members were told that the City would-become a must-see metro holiday attraction due to its high profile location, Museum presence and transit-oriented components. A plan showing the City Center with holiday lighting components was shown. Mr. Lentine explained that Jill and Daniel Neafus, who have been producing "Light as Art" for the past 22 years, would design the project. Mr. Lentine also explained that the project would be non-denominational and be on display from November 30, 200 l to January 27, 2002. Examples of lighting on buildings, trees. sculptures were also shown. Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked in regards to • the lights that were on the Civic Center building last year. Black explained that they would be placed on other City buildings. In regards to budget, Mr. Lontine reported that estimated cost of the project is $60,000 with proposed sources of funding coming from MOA, Englewood Environmental Foundation/CAM, and the City of Englewood. Mr. Lentine stated that the project is $11,800 shortfall of projected budget. Mr. Lon tine told the Commission that it was his hope that the Cultural Arts Commission would also help support the project by giving $5,000 from its Public Art Fund. The Commission was told that the project is not contingent upon the decision of the Commission but that if they decided not to fund the project, it would need to be scaled back. Director Black explained to Mr. Lontine that the decision would need to come from the Public Art Committee and that there are guidelines established in regards to procedure for selecting and funding public art. Black also noted that in order for the Public Art fund to be utilized, the Art in Public Places guidelines stipulate the piece must either be a permanent or a rental piece of art. City Council Liaison Wolosyn suggested that it would be beneficial if Mr. Lontine could provide specifics in regards to what the funding could go towards for when the Public Art Committee meets to make a decision. Mr. Lentine agreed. Director Black also asked Mr. Lentine to discuss the cultural art space at the Civic Center building being used as storage and a staging area for the project. Black stated that if the board was amenable to the temporary use, Mr. Lontine needed to write a letter to Chairperson Bertoluzzi detailing the use and timeframe for the space. OLD BUSINESS Discussion turned to the selection of art for the 2002 Calendar and Ms. Hoffhines. Commission members were told that a committee had pre-selected 50 finalists, which were displayed tonight for • • • • them to select from. Ms. Hoffhines noted that there were about only half as many entries received this year compared to last year. Ms. Hoffhines discussed the judging procedure before selection began . Following judging and awaiting tallying of scores by Ms. Hoffhines, Chairperson B e rtoluzzi continued with the agenda and Parade Float. Commission Member Moore informed commiss ion members that seven pieces of art had been selected for the float. Pictures of the pieces were shown. Discussion followed regarding the float building. VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS VIII. City Council Liaison Wolosyn gave an update in regards to Entry Port Monuments. Wolosyn explained that it was her initial thought that there was not funding available in the 2002 budget for the purchase of a piece and that it would have to be postponed until 2003. Wolosyn went on explain that funding was allocated in the 200 I budget, which will be carried over to 2002 for the purchase of the first monument to be placed at Yale and Broadway. In regards to the General Iron Works Photo Grant, commission members were told that Call for Entries had gone out and that the deadline for submittals is Friday, October 12, 2001. Commission Member Gates spoke in regards to the Public Art Committee. Gates reported that informational letters had been sent to the twelve members. Chairperson Bertoluzzi requested a list of the Committee members and addresses. Discussion followed regarding a meeting to discuss the holiday lighting proposal presented by Mr. Lontine. Director Black reiterated that the Committee understand that they will be making a recommendation and not a decision pertaining to public art. Chairperson Bertoluzzi recommended that two members from the Public Art Committee also sit on the Selection Committee. Bertoluzzi thanked Gates for his time and efforts with the Committee. DIRECTOR'S AND COMMISSION MEMBERS' CHOICE Director Black had no items for Director 's Choice. In regards to the Holiday Lighting Propo sal presented by Mr. Lontine, Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked Director Black in regards to the lights used by the City in previous years. Black explained that they would be utilized elsewhere in the City. Black reiterated to commission members that when the budget for the project was submitted to City Council , it did not include money from the Cultural Arts Commission. Discussion moved on to Commission Member 's Choice. Youth Commission Member Burrage announced that the Englewood High School marching band would be going to semi-finals. City Council Liaison Wolosyn informed the Commission that $350 ,000 still remains in the 2002 budget for a land bank for a cultural arts center. Commission Member Tomasso gave an update on the Comprehensive Plan Committee. Tomasso explained that a statement in regards to the importance of cultural arts had been included in the final report. Chairperson Bertoluzzi announced that he had met with a couple representatives from the Business for Englewood who are interested in the Public Art Agenda and improving the appearance of the Englewood business district. Bertoluzzi asked in regards to the placement of art in the medians down Broadway. Director Black told Bertoluzzi that Ken Ross, Director of Public Works , and traffic would need to be involved in that discussion. Bertoluzzi also asked in regards to the property at Girard and Broadway. Black stated that the property belongs to the Urban Renewal Authority and the City of Englewood. Bertoluzzi requested an updated attendance report for the Cultural Arts Commission. Commission Member Moore showed pictures from the Olde Tyme Fair and Englewood Cultural Arts Center Association's booth. Moore requested volunteers for the holiday parade float. Wolosyn told commission members that she would be at the Department of Parks and Recreation 's Rec Zone, Friday night, to assist youth in making masks. Wolosyn invited commission members to attend and assist in the project. Ms. Hoffhines returned to the meeting with results of the art selection. Director Black acknowledged Ms. Hoffhines ' time and effort with the project. IX. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:50pm. Deborah A . Severa, Recording Secretary • •