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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-12-05 CAC MINUTES• • • I. II . III. City of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of December 5, 2007 CALL TO ORDER The regular monthly meeting of the City of Englewood Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 5:50pm by Chairperson Bertoluzzi at the Civic Center City Council Conference Room. Present: Absent: Eric Bertoluzzi , Chairperson Janet Moore, Vice Chairperson Heather Bartunek, Commission Member Kate Dulaney, Commission Member Jennifer Enger, Alternate Member Donna Schnitzer, Commission Member Maggie Stewart, Commission Member Jill Wilson, City Council Liaison Jerrell Black, ex officio Michael Keene , Commission Member Also Present: Mary Lynn Baird , Englewood Schools Liaison Gary Hultberg , Recreation Manager Jim Woodward, Mayor Natasha Fish, Resident (arrived at 5:53pm/left at 6:46pm) REVIE\V OF AGENDA There were no changes to the agend a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes or corrections to the minutes of November 8, 2007. Commission Member Schnitzer had a correction under Commission Member's Choice in regard to when she spoke about the homeless people along the South Platte River. Schnitzer explained that she noticed the homeless people when she was walking her dog a couple of years ago and not during a tour of the golf course with the art selection committee. The minutes were approved as amended. IV. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS v . Director Black introduced Natasha Fish, a four-time selected artist for the City of Englewood 's Student Art Calendar. Black informed the Commission that Natasha is here tonight to learn about the Cultural Arts Commission and to see if she would be interested in applying for the Youth Member position on the Commission. Commission members welcomed Ms . Fish and congratulated her on havi ng her artwork being selected four times for the calendar. Black also welcomed Jill Wilson, ne wly appointed City Council Liaison to the Cultural Arts Commission and Mayor Jim Woodward. NEW BUSINESS Schnitzer asked what the balance was for the Art in Public Places fund . Recreation Manager Hultberg reported that the balance is $46, 795 including 2007 one percent capital project allocation of $14, 705 . Hultberg noted that the Cultural Arts Commission has committed funds for the purchase of the golf course art, Broken Tee, that still needs to be taken out which is approximately $7,500 . Schnitzer went on to say that while she was attending the dedication of the sculpture for Olga, she noticed how nice the watermelon art pieces looked in the background ; noting that they were a favorite of Olga's . Schnitzer reported that the artist has dropped the price for the artwork from $23 ,000 to $15 ,000 . Schnitzer told the Commission that Nancy Fenton from Community Development had mentioned something about a landscape and art fund that could possibly match funds for the purchase of the artwork. Black told the Commission that he was just recently informed of the landscape and fine arts fund that had been created some years ago through Community Development. Black explained that his understanding of the fund is that when a business moves into the City, the business is required to have a percentage of their property in landscape or art. Black went on to explain that if the business is unable to do so, and if approved by Community Development, the business can off-set the requirement by putting a percentage of money into this fund . Black reported that there is currently $62 ,000 in the fund . Commission members were informed that City Council has already been approached with a request to use the fund but that City Council asked that it wait and be approached at a later date with a list of all of the projects to be considered. Schnitzer asked if it could possibly be used to help fund projects such as this. Black replied that based on his understanding of the fund , he would think so . Black noted that he and Alan White , Director of Community Development , will be going back to City Council with a list of projects to be considered and that this could be added to the list. Discussion followed . A motion was made by Vice Chairperson Moore and seconded by Commission Member Stewart in support of the Cultural Arts Commission pursuing the purchase of the watermelon art from the Art at the Shuttle Stops, and pursue other funding that may be available to help fund the purchase. Black told the Commission that he would gather information regarding funding and EEF requirements for the placement of art to bring back to the Board . Bertoluzzi asked as to the location for the watermelon pieces . Commission members agreed that the pieces should be left where they are since they work so well with Olga's sculpture . Bertoluzzi asked who would do the negotiating with the artist. Schnitzer reported that Nancy Fenton has had the most conversation with the artist. Bertoluzzi commented as to why Community Development would be involved in the negotiating. Black explained that Parks and Recreation could do the negotiating since it oversees the 1 % art fund that would be providing a portion of the funding. Bertoluzzi stated that the point of contact should be Jerrell Black and Gary Hultberg. Stewart commented in regard to the money that will be saved by the sculpture already being installed and having met all safety standards . All were in favor. The motion passed. Bertoluzzi informed the Commission that he was asked by MOA ifthe Commission would consider providing the plaque for Duo, Olga's sculpture, in addition to providing some lighting for it. Bertoluzzi noted that wiring for the lighting is already in place . Woodward commented that he thought Cynthia Madden-Leitner's husband was going to do the plaque. Discussion followed . Vice Chairperson Moore stated that she has a problem with the request since the sculpture was donated by MOA . Bertoluzzi suggested to the Commission that they think about the request for further discussion in January . Schnitzer asked how much the lighting would cost. Black stated that he would research it. The question was asked if MOA donated the sculpture to the City. Commission members were told no, that the sculpture is still owned by MOA . Schnitzer asked if anyone foresees the chance that it could be removed at some point. Bertoluzzi stated that he would also gather more information to bring back to the Board. VI. OLD BUSINESS There were no items for Old Business . • • • • • • VII. C O MMITTEE RE PORTS Discussion moved on to Committee Reports. Bertoluzzi announced that Englewood Arts has signed an agreement with EURA for a two year option on the Acoma Street property which will give Englewood Arts two years to raise the necessary financial funding for a cultural arts center . Bertoluzzi reported that Englewood Arts is now working on a promotional packet to be given to prospective donors . Wilson asked how much needs to be raised . Bertoluzzi replied that the current cost estimate is $17 million. Discussion followed. Moore reported that at the December Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, commission members chose three prospective names for the golf course that were forwarded to City Council for a final deci sion . Black informed the Commission that Bob Spada and he presented the three names , Broken Tee , Ri ver Crossing and Englewood Golf Course , to City Council in which Broken Tee was selected as the new name for the golf course . Black noted that the name selection committee was adamant that Englewood be kept in the new name of the golf course. Black went on to explain that staff is now moving forward with marketing . Schnitzer asked if the artist for the Broken Tee artwork has been notified . Hultberg replied yes and that he was very excited . Black was asked if a location has been chosen for the placement of the art piece . Black responded no , that there are a number of locations that are still being considered . VIII. UPC O MING EVENTS IX . x. Commission members were informed of the upcoming performances for Gifts of the Magi . DIRECTOR'S CHO ICE Black wished everyone a happy and safe holiday. COMMISSION MEMBERS' CHOICE Wilson told the Commission that she is very excited to be the new City Council Liaison to the Cultural Arts Commission. Wilson commented that she sees how dedicated everyone is to the arts and how important it is to everyone . Woodward informed commission members that he had received an inv itation to a collegian mural unv eiling at the Alexan City Center for this evening . Black reported that a representative from the Alexan came to a Commission meeting awhile back asking the Commission for its assistance in selecting a theme, judging, etc . for the project. Black noted that Schnitzer met with an Alexan official and provided some assistance on the project. Bertoluzzi spoke in regard to the dedication of the art sculpture for Olga and how nice it was . Bertoluzzi went on to say that he was able to visit with Jim Doty, Olga's husband , who expressed his appreciation for everyone 's expression of sympathy . Bertoluzzi encouraged board members to gi ve Jim a call when they get a minute. XI. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6 :58pm . t/lJul._/L!c (1 . </tuL6t.Jt __ _ Deborah A . Severa , Recording Secretary