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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-10-01 CAC MINUTES• I. CALL TO ORDER City of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of October 1, 2003 The regular monthly meeting of the City of Englewood Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 5:45pm by Chairperson Bertoluzzi at the City Council Conference Room at the Civic Center building. Present: Absent: Also Present: Eric Bertoluzzi, Chairperson Ray Tomasso, Vice Chairperson Kate Dulaney, Commission Member (arrived at 5:58pm) Darrell Freeland, Commission Member Janet Moore, Commission Member Donna Schnitzer, Commission Member (arrived at 5:49pm) Olga Wolosyn, City Council Liaison Mary Lynn Baird, Englewood School District Liaison (arrived at 6:25pm) Jerrell Black, ex officio Maggie Stewart, Commission Member Gary Hultberg, Recreation Manager LeighAnn Hoffhines, Communication Specialist, City of Englewood II. REVIEW OF AGENDA There were no changes to the agenda . • III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES • Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes or additions to the minutes of September 3, 2003. Bertoluzzi spoke in regard to whether the minutes needed to be in such detail. Director Black commented that there is already quite a bit of information that is not included in the minutes but that the minutes could be done with less detail if that is what the Commission requests. City Council Liaison Wolosyn suggested that when there is discussion involving funding, recommendations, etc. more detail be put in the minutes. There were no changes or additions to the minutes. The minutes were approved as presented. IV. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS v. LeighAnn Hoffhines, Communication Specialist for the City of Englewood, was introduced. NEW BUSINESS Discussion was turned over to Ms. Hoffhines and judging for the 2004 Student Art Calendar. Ms. Hoffhines told the Commission that 149 entries were received and as discussed at the September meeting, a group of representatives from the Commission and MOA had met on Monday to select the fifty finalists. Ms. Hoffhines explained the judging process. Judging proceeded. Following judging of the artwork, Wolosyn informed the Commission that as in the past years, the Cultural Arts Commission will have an entry in the 2003 Englewood Holiday Parade. Wolosyn stated that the theme for this year's parade is "Englewood Jubilee II 1903-2003 Old Century Charm, New • Century Vision." Discussion followed regarding ideas for the parade entry . Director Black informed the Commission that Commission Member Moore's term expired as Liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission . Black reported that either Moore needed to be reappointed or a new liaison needed to be appointed. It was decided that Commission Member Moore would continue serving as Liaison to the Parks and Recreation Commission. VI. OLD BUSINESS There were no items for Old Business. VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS Wolosyn stated that Cynthia Madden-Leitner with the Museum of Outdoor Arts has offered to the City of Englewood/Cultural Arts Commission, a long-term loan of a piece of art for the roundabout. Wolosyn explained that it was agreed that the piece would not be placed at the roundabout until mid- November or later. A letter from the Cultural Arts Commission is in process agreeing to the terms for the loan of the art piece including participating in the cost of moving and installation, estimated to be in the range of$500 to $1 ,000 . Wolosyn commented in regards to the e-mail from Public Works Director Ken Ross and Traffic Engineer Ladd Vostry and their feeling that the piece is an excellent choice for the site . Discussion moved on to the sculpture for the Pirates Cove Aquatic Facility. Wolosyn announced that it • was unanimously agreed to fund a portion of the purchase from the Public Art Fund. Wolosyn stated that the need for a more "expressive pedestal" was discussed and asked that staff pass on the request to the artist. Hultberg told the Commission that he was able to negotiate for a better discount on the sculpture, ten percent rather than eight. There were no items for discussion for the Exploratory Committee. Commission Member Moore gave an update in regard to the Parks and Recreation Commission. VIII. DIRECTOR'S AND COMMISSION MEMBERS' CHOICE Director Black gave an update on the City Budget Workshop held on Saturday, September 25th. Black explained that sales tax revenue has increased over the last three out of four months and that projected revenue for year-end is expected to be higher than originally expected projected. Black went on to explain that with the new figures, City Council authorized restoring several City positions . Discussion followed regarding those positions that were reinstated including the Youth Sports Program Administrator position for Parks and Recreation. Black spoke in regard to the occupation head tax and mil levy for the November ballot and the possibility for additional revenue. Discussion ensued . Commission Member Moore asked in regard to any new information on the NAEA Convention. Commission Member Schnitzer stated that a meeting has not taken place due to waiting to see if the proposals submitted to NAEA will be accepted . Commission Member Dulaney extended an invitation to the Maddox Elementary 50th Birthday • Celebration and Reunion on Saturday, October 4th from lpm to 4pm. • • • Chairperson Bertoluzzi discussed the next meeting of ARK (Art Reaching Kids) and having a representative from the Parks and Recreation Department attend. Bertoluzzi described the project as a full-day program where students come to the CityCenter facility and experience art through activities provided by MOA, David Taylor, the Englewood Public Library, etc. Wolosyn announced that Pauletta Puncerelli, Public Information Officer for the City of Englewood would be leaving the City to take on a position with RTD. Wolosyn invited commission members to her going-away party on October 9th from 4-6pm. Moore gave an update on the 2004 Juried Art Show. Moore commented in regard to the high level of interest for this year's Strings Attached program. Englewood School District Liaison Baird announced that Clayton Elementary is starting on their second sculpture for the sculpture garden. Baird also announced that the School District is a finalist for U.S. Department of Education grant to study the impact that integrating art education into elementary schools and middle school curricula has on academic performance. Vice Chairperson Tomasso announced an upcoming presentation through the Englewood Historical Society in regard to the preservation of the Skerritt House. Ms. Hoffhines returned with the selection of the thirteen pieces of student art for the 2004 Calendar. Discussion ensued. Ms. Hoffhines announced that the Opening Reception would be Thursday, October 23rd from 5-6:30pm. As suggested at the last meeting, Ms. Hoffhines stated that the reception would be more formal and include a presentation. VIII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 7:07pm . Deborah A. Severa, Recording Secretary