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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2006-06-07 CAC MINUTES• • • I. II. III. CALL TO ORDER City of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of June 7, 2006 The regular monthly meeting of the City of Englewood Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 5 :47pm by Chairperson Bertoluzzi at the City Council Conference Room at the Civic Center. Present: Eric Bertoluzzi, Chairperson Janet Moore, Vice Chairperson Absent: Heather Bartunek, Commission Member Kate Dulaney, Commission Member (arrived at 5:59pm) Amy Laugesen, Commission Member Olga Wolosyn , City Council Liaison Donna Schnitzer, Commission Member Maggie Stewart, Commission Member Mary Lynn Baird, Englewood Schools District Liaison Michael Keene, Alternate Member Also Present: Meredith Wortzel Rodney Lontine, Museum of Outdoor Arts Rachel Miller, Museum of Outdoor Arts Representative REVIEW OF AGENDA Bertoluzzi stated that Harold Stitt with Community Development would not be present to discuss the Wal-Mart art wall; noting that Director Black would be reporting on it instead. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes and/or corrections to the minutes of May 3, 2006. Commission Member Bartunek noted a typo under discussion of the Forgotten Past Sculpture. The minutes were approved as amended. IV. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS Rodney Lontine, Chief Operating Officer for the Museum of Outdoor Arts introduced Rachel Miller, Executive Assistant for MOA. Lontine told the Commission that Ms. Miller will be replacing Meredith Wortzel as the MOA representative. V. NEW BUSINESS Discussion was turned over to Black and the Wal-Mart art wall. Black informed the Commission that Mr. Siler, artist of the art wall, has requested some updates to the art wall, including painting of the yellow background. Black told the Commission that due to Wal-Mart considering a possible expansion, the decision has been made to table any work to the art wall until Wal-Mart makes a decision as to the expansion. Wolosyn asked ifthere has been discussion whether to move the art wall. Wortzel reported that she had heard Wal-Mart is only looking at expanding the front of the store so the art wall would not be affected. Discussion ensued . VI. OLD BUSINESS Recreation Manager Gary Hultberg distributed an attendance report for Hamdpen Hall showing 3000 • people have attended events at the facility since its opening in March . VII. Black reported that David Taylor was unable to attend tonight's meeting but will be attending the July meeting to discuss his contract with the City of Englewood and to answer any questions that the Board may have. Black told commission members that a copy of the contract between David Taylor and the City of Englewood will be included in the July packet for them to review prior to the meeting with Mr. Taylor. In regard to the Forgotten Past sculpture (aka Hammer and Nail), Black asked the Commission if they had the opportunity to go look at it. Wolosyn asked if the new development plans would impact the sculpture. Black explained that although he has not seen plans, a new development is planned for that location . Commission Member Laugesen stated that The Center for Discovery Learning, who designed the piece, no longer exists. Discussion followed in regard to leaving the sculpture as is until it would need to be moved or it becomes an issue. The suggestion was made that it be donated to the Clayton Elementary sculpture garden. Commission members decided to see if Clayton was interested in the sculpture, and if not, an alternate plan would be considered. Black informed the Commission that he has spoken with Mike Flaherty, Deputy City Manager, in regard to last month's discussion on the need for more signage at City Center. Commission members were told that Mr. Flaherty agreed to have a meeting with the Cultural Arts Commission, Englewood Arts Board, Englewood Public Library and MOA, and will schedule it as soon as he gathers the information. Wolosyn told the Commission that Harold Stitt has contacted her in regard to getting brushed aluminum lettering for Hampden Hall to go above the entrance like MOA and the courts . COMMITTEE REPORTS In regard to maintenance of the sunflowers that had been purchased through the Art at the Shuttle Stops program, Hultberg reported that the artist lives in Colorado Springs and he will be contacting him to see ifhe would be interested in a maintenance contract. Hultberg explained to the Commission that funding for the maintenance of art will always be available due to the Commission's Art in Public Places guidelines that requires twenty-five percent of all art in public places purchases be set aside for maintenance. Laugesen suggested the City ask artists to write a maintenance log on their art so if they are not available to maintain the artwork, information will be available in regard to paints used, cleaning it, etc . Bertoluzzi announced the hiring of a new Strings Attached instructor who will also be the administrative coordinator. Bertoluzzi stated that the Englewood Arts 2005-2006 Concert Series concluded with the Zephyr Duo concert on May 28 1h. Bertoluzzi thanked Parks and Recreation for the partnership with Englewood Arts for the concert series. Moore gave an update on the Parks and Recreation Commission, reporting that the May meeting was held in Hampden Hall. Moore reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission gave its approval for two students from Colorado's Finest Alternative High school to paint murals on the large skate ramp at the Cushing Skate Park. Discussion followed in regard to the formal dog park at the Belleview nature area. VIII. UPCOMING EVENTS Discussion followed on the 2006 Sounds of Summer concert series that will begin on June 22nd at 7pm. Hultberg explained that the Department was able to get sponsors for six of the eight concerts, and the • • • • • IX. remaining two concerts were offered to the Cultural Arts Commission and Parks and Recreation Commission which Bertoluzzi accepted on behalf of the Cultural Arts Commission. Hultberg reported that the Kidstage Family Nights will be on Tuesday evenings at 7pm beginning July 11th . DIRECTOR'S CHOICE Black reported that he will not be at the July meeting. X. COMMISSION MEMBERS' CHOICE XI . Moore spoke in regard to a plan to keep art in Hampden Hall at all times. Lontine noted that MOA plans to provide art for Hampden Hall when empty. Moore stated that she appreciates MOA's offer but prefers to have other means. Discussion followed . Moore stated that she is looking for suggestions in regard to jurors for the 2007 Juried Art Show. Wolosyn thanked Wortzel for all of the work and time she has given. Wolosyn welcomed Miller to the Cultural Arts Commission. Miller announced Politics of Power: Art and Images of the China Revolution will be coming down. Miller noted that the next show will be a permanent collection of MOA. Bertoluzzi read a tribute to Wortzel. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:30pm. ~(l~ Deborah A. Severa, Recording Secretary