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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-02-07 CAC MINUTES• • • I. CALL TO ORDER City of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of February 7, 2001 The regular monthly meeting of the City of Englewood Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 5 :56pm by Chairperson Bertoluzzi at the City Manager's Conference Room at the Civic Center building. Present: Absent: Also Present: Eric Bertoluzzi, Chairperson (left at 6:25pm) Ray Tomasso , Vice Chairperson Rosemary LaPorta, Commission Member (arrived at 6:00pm) Janet Moore , Commission Member Martha Warner, Commission Member (arrived at 6 :1 lpm) Olga Wolosyn, City Council Liaison (left at 7:15pm) Mary Lynn Baird, Englewood School District Liaison (arrived at 6:07pm, left at John Gates , Commission Member 6:25pm) Corrine Lindsey , Commission Member Joel Burrage, Youth Commission Member Jerrell Black, ex officio Gary Hultberg, Recreation Managt~r Kate Hurley-Morton , Charle.s Hay Elementary (left at 6 :30pm) Youla Anadiotis , Charles Hay Elementary (left at 6:30pm) Linda Buckley, Charles Hay Elemenary (left at 6:30pm) Olivia Perry-Smith, Englewood High School student (left at 6:30pm) II. REVIEW OF AGENDA Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes or additions to the agenda . There were none. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if there were any corrections or changes to the minutes of December 6, 2000 , and January 3, 2001. There were none. A motion was made to accept the minutes as presented. The motion passed unanimously. IV. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Kate Hurley-Morton, Youla Anadiotis and Linda Buckley of Charles Hay Elementary were introduced. Also present was Olivia Perry-Smith , Englewood High School student and former student of Charles Hay Elementary. Commission members introduced themselves . Discussion was turned over to Ms . Buckley. Ms. Buckley thanked City Council Liaison Wolosyn for inviting them to the Cultural Arts Commission and explained that they were present in regards to a memorial that is being planned for Mr. Vern Anderson, a twenty-year volunteer for the Englewo od School District. Ms. Buckley told Commission members that they were present tonight to ask for funding through Public Arts for the memorial. A biography on Mr. Anderson followed. Kate Hurley-Morton explained that the estimated cost of the Memorial is $3800.00, including $1200.00 for artist fee (creation of Memorial) and $2500.00 for material cost. Ms . Morton noted that the estimated cost does not include installation. Voula Anadiotis, Charles Hay art teacher, informed Commission members that Charles Hay is working in conjunction with Amy Laugesen and the Museum of Outdoor Arts on the project. It was noted that Ms. Laugesen has donated her time towards the project and will charge for her costs only. Ms. Anadiotis explained that the students will be involved in the project as much as possible with a core group of students already working on creating a design. The Commission was also told that hopes are for a memorial bench . Ms. Andiotis added that Ms. Lausegen would also be doing a pictorial of the project. Project completion goal and dedication is set for Fall , 2001 . Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if Mr. Anderson volunteered at other Englewood Public Schools. Ms. Morton replied yes, but that the last five years of his volunteerism were spent at Charles Hay and Maddox Elementary Schools. Bertoluzzi asked if the School District had recognized Mr. Anderson for his work . Ms. Morton explained that Mr. Anderson was given a plaque. Commission Member LaPorta questioned if any family survives Mr . Anderson and if they live in Englewood. Commission members were told that Mr. Anderson's wife died prior to him but that their children went through Englewood Public Schools and that his son was a Police Officer for the City of Englewood. Sketches of memorial benches , drawn by Charles Hay students, were distributed among the Commission . Bertoluzzi continued , asking if a committee has been formed. Ms. Morton responded yes, which • includes those present, Charles Hay Principal Dale Lumpa, and three additional teachers. Bertoluzzi • asked if any fundraisers are planned. Bertoluzzi was told that there would be a spring fundraiser, with hopes of raising $1,000. Bertoluzzi asked the guests their feelings in regards to location for the memorial. Commission members were told that Mr. Anderson was a community man and that the committee hopes the community could also enjoy the Memorial. Discussion followed regarding the Department of Parks and Recreation 's Memorial policy. Hultberg reported that the request would require the approval of the Parks and Recreation Commission if the Memorial were to be placed in a public park. Englewood High School student and former Charles Hay Elementary alumni , Olivia Perry-Smith , spoke in regards to Mr. Anderson. LaPorta noted that the Englewood Historical Society might also be interested in helping with the Memorial. Bertoluzzi suggested letters of support, including letters from Dr. Lumpa and past Principal , Chuck Grimes. Bertoluzzi also suggested that Ms. Laugesen contact Gary Hultberg or Jerrell Black, Director of Parks and Recreation. Discussion followed regarding possible locations for the memorial. Wolosyn spoke in regards to the Art in Public Places policy and procedure to follow. Hultberg stated that a sub-committee would be formed to review the proposal and to make a recommendation to the Cultural Arts Commission. Ms. Buckley requested that three locations be recommended. Commission members LaPorta and Moore volunteered to sit on the sub-committee. Due to the departure of Chairperson Bertoluzzi, Vice Chairperson Tomasso took over discussion. Tomasso informed the visitors that the sub-committee would be established and review the proposal, after which a recommendation would be made to the Cultural Arts Commission. • • • • v. VI. Commission members were thanked for their time and consideration . NEW BUSINESS Vice Chairperson Tomasso turned discussion over to the "Rhapsody in Blue" concert on January 30th. City Council Liais on Wolosyn reported that the concert was a re-sounding success. Discussion followed regarding the Civic Center and problems associated with large performances . Discussion followed regarding matching of funds by City Council. Commission members were reminded of City Council 's promise to match funds up to $25 ,000 towards a feasibility study. Commission was told that $2 ,500.00 was raised and matched by City Council in 2000, which was used for Jim Copenhaver. Wolosyn stated that she feels that $22,500 is still remaining of the initial promise to match funds. Wolosyn went on to explain that although City Council approved $47,000 in the 2001 Cultural Arts Commission budget to be used towards the fundraising and bonding feasibility studies , the $47 ,000 was approved with no conditions. Discussion followed regarding a need for the additional funds . Due to lack of need at this time , it was consensus of the Commission to wait to go before City Council until a need arises. Recreation Manager Hultberg informed Commission that Lauri Dannemiller of Community Development is organizing an Entry Point Monumentation Committee and is asking for a representative from the Cultural Arts Commission. A motion was made by Commission Member Moore and seconded by Commission member Warner to nominate Commission Member LaPorta to the Entry Port Monumentation Committee. The motion passed unanimously. OLD BUSINESS Vice Chairperson Tomasso gave a report on the Comprehensive Plan Committee. Tomasso followed with an update on the General Iron Works site . Commission members were told that applications were received for redevelopment of the site. Discussion followed regarding the project, relocation of Barton Supply and clean -up of the site . VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS Commission members were updated on the January Parks and Recreation Commission meeting . City Council Liaison Wolosyn told the Commission that she and Chairperson Bertoluzzi had attended the meeting to discuss the proposed Cultural Arts Center. Wolosyn commented that the Commission showed much enthusiasm towards the project, and that discussion included bonding for upcoming projects. Wolosy n said that she hoped both groups could work cohesively . Wolosyn -continued with a report on the Exploratory Committee. Commi ssi on was told that the Committee has divided into four sub-committees including Design Challenge , Feasibility , Site and Formation of a Board. Reports followed for each sub-committee. Discussion returned to Old Business and Annual Report. Recreation Manager Hultberg spoke in regards to the 2000 Annual Report for the Cultural Arts Coml)lission. As discussed at the January meeting, Hultberg provided a list of accomplishments from 20,00 as suggested topics for the Report. Commission Member Moore volunteered to write the .Report. Hultberg suggested that a draft of the Report be included in the read-ahead packet for March . Commission Member Moore gave an update on the Trammel Crow Art Wall. Moore announee.d.:1iltat • David Griggs has been selected. A folder of Mr. Grigg's work was passed among the Commissi'm!': .. Moore noted that the wall would include a variety of metals and colors . In regards to the Little Dry Creek Sculpture Garden, Commission members were informed that the two-year contract with the Society for the Preservation of Humanity would be ending in August. Hultberg explained that unless the Commission chooses to renew the contract which would provide· for the placement of new art, the existing art would be removed. Hultberg thought the cost to renew the contract would be $10,000. Discussion followed regarding the possibility of purchasing a piece of art instead of commissioning a temporary show. Hultberg stated that $30,500 is in the Capital Arts fund. The item would be put on the March agenda for discussion. VIII. DIRECTOR'S AND COMMISSION MEMBERS' CHOICE In reference to the proposal submitted for the Vern Anderson Memorial, Recreation Manager Hultberg told Commission members that if the memorial is to be placed on in a park, the Parks and Recreation Commission would also need to give its approval. The Spring Activity Guides for the Englewood Recreation Center and Malley Senior Recreation Center were distributed. Discussion followed regarding the bonding project for the Parks and Recreation facilities . Commission members were told that it is hoped that both groups will work together and have successful outcomes. Vice Chairperson LaPorta commented in regards to the Englewood Historical Society participation with particular art projects. LaPorta reported that she would bring it to the Board's attention. Commission Member Warner asked if the public art funds could be used for concerts . Recreation Manager Hultberg replied no, that the money is designated for art in public places. Discussion followed regarding the definition of art and the intent of the one percent for art in public places program. LaPorta spoke in regards to the Wal-Mart art Wall, and asked if the project was completed. Hultberg responded that Community Development is spearheading the project and that he would follow-up. IX. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:49pm. !OL1urut-a. ~. Deborah A. Severa, Recording Secretary • •