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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-04-06 CAC MINUTES• • CALL TO ORDER City of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of April 6, 2005 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 Janet Moore, Vice Chairperson (arrived at 5:50pm) Heather Bartunek, Commission Member Kate Dulaney, Commission Member Amy Laugesen, Commission Member Maggie Stewart, Commission Member Michael Keene, Alternate Member Olga Wolosyn, City Council Liaison Jerrell Black, ex officio Donna Schnitzer, Commission Member Mary Lynn Baird, Englewood School District Liaison Gary Hultberg, Recreation Manager Jim Woodward, City Council Member Meredith Wortzel, Museum of Outdoor Arts Rick Kahm, Director of Public Works (left at 6:25pm) Dave Henderson, Engineer IV (left at 6 :25pm) Suzette Emerson, Architect, SEE (left at 6:25pm) Hank Long, Director of Library (left at 6:46pm) Suzanne Ryan, (arrived at 6:09pm) Kimberly Langston, Public Relations Manager, Swedish Medical Center (arrived at 5:51pm, left at 6:55pm) II. REVIEW OF AGENDA Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked for any changes or additions to the agenda. There were none. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes or additions to the minutes of March 2, 2005. There were none. The minutes were approved as presented. IV. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS V . Rick Kahm, Dave Henderson, Suzette Emerson, Hank Long, and Michael Keene, newly appointed alternate member, were introduced. Bertoluzzi stated that Kimberly Langston is also expected at tonight's meeting. OLD BUSINESS Discussion moved to cultural arts space. SEE Architect, Suzette Emerson, distributed preliminary drawings for the cultural arts space. Discussion followed regarding plans for the space. Commission members were told that the intent is to keep the space as open and flexible as possible. Emerson discussed the option of a 28" or 35" platform. Emerson explained that based on the best sight lines, it is her recommendation to go with the 35" platform. In regard to Howard McGregor's acoustic report, the Commission was told that Mr. McGregor would remain involved with the entire process. Hank Long, Director of Library Services, asked in regard to sound transmission to the Library below. • Emerson explained that based on tests, sound transmission is not an issue but noise from impact, such as tapping, etc., is. Emerson discussed Mr. McGregor's recommendation in how to alleviate the noise from impact. Discussion followed in regard to acoustics and design. Director Black asked what the expected occupancy is for the space. Emerson explained that there would be seating for 189 people. Bertoluzzi thanked Director of Public Works, Rick Kahm, Public Work's staff and Ms. Emerson for the work they have done on the cultural space. Black reminded commission members that the plans presented tonight were preliminary and the next step will be to move forward with the detail regarding acoustics . Black told Commission members that they would continue to keep them updated as to the status of the project and provides plans for review when they come available. Bertoluzzi turned discussion over to Kimberly Langston, Public Relations Manager for Swedish Medical Center, to give an update on the Shots for Tots program. Langston first thanked commission members for their support with the Shots for Tots program, including their assistance in painting many of the Dala horses. Langston informed the Commission that ten more horses have been delivered and ready to be painted. In regard to the shot clinics, Langston reported that participation has not reached their expectations. Langston spoke in regard to ACE (Alliance for Commerce in Englewood) and Swedish Medical Center's Centennial Celebration. In regard to discussion at the March Commission meeting to have David Taylor attend tonight's meeting, City Council Liaison Wolosyn announced that David Taylor was unable to attend so she • along with Bertoluzzi and Director Black met with Mr. Taylor. Wolosyn informed the Commission that per the agreement, David Taylor is to provide six ( 6) performances per year in addition to meeting with the Cultural Arts Commission two times per year. Commission members were told the Mr. Taylor has already been in contact with Carol McGuigan to schedule some performances for this summer. Wolosyn noted that she had suggested stretching some performances in to the fall in addition to a scaled-down version of the Nutcracker, of which Mr. Taylor agreed to . Wolosyn told the Commission that overall she thought it was a very positive meeting. Bertoluzzi stated that he felt the meeting adequately addressed the needs to the City. Wolosyn told Commission members that she would continue to keep them updated . VI. NEW BUSINESS There were no items for New Business. VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS Discussion moved to sculpture for the Library. Commission members were informed that Bertoluzzi, Wolosyn and Black had met with Mr. Gheorghe Stanescu in regard to purchasing his sculpture for the Library. Bertoluzzi stated he would like to recommend purchasing the sculpture. In regard to price of the sculpture, Wolosyn reported that Mr. Stanescu had turned down an offer of $4,000 and was requesting no less than $6,000. Wolosyn went on to explain that in the past, all purchases of art from the Public Art Fund have been though a partnership and that she feels it is fitting that a partnership be formed with the Library for purchase of this sculpture. Wolosyn stated that she had met with Director Long and that he has agreed that the Library will contribute $3,000 towards purchase of the art. • • • • Wolosyn told the Commission that Mr. Stanescu has donated two pieces of his art to the Library and that she feels it is appropriate that the City purchase this piece . A motion was made by Vice Chairperson Moore and seconded by Commission Member Stewart that the Cultural Arts Commission spends $3,000 from the Public Art Fund for purchase of the sculpture for the Englewood Public Library. The motion passed unanimously. Long thanked the Commission on behalf of the Library and told them that it is a beautiful piece of art that has received many positive comments. Long spoke in regard to Mr. Stanescu and what a fascinating gentleman he was. Stewart suggested a reception for Mr. Stanescu. Long distributed and spoke briefly in regard to the Library's upcoming Colorado Authors Open House. Black distributed a Shuttle Art Project update from Lauri Dannemiller. Discussion followed. Black informed the Commission that Ms . Dannemiller would be leaving the City of Englewood effective April gm to take a position with the City and County of Denver. Commission members were told that a Community Development staff member would be taking over the Shuttle Art project. Commission Member Laugesen requested that both she and Stewart be listed as contacts for the project. In regard to the Juried Art Show, Moore reported that it was a successful show and that she had received great accolades in regard to the space . Moore explained that she was not able to give an estimate in regard to attendance but that two pieces of art were sold. Discussion followed in regard to changes for next year in addition to whether the cultural space would be suitable for the show . Bertoluzzi announced an Up Close and Musical presentation, Classic Impressions, on Saturday, April 9th at 2pm in the Community Room. There was no update for the Parks and Recreation Commission. VIII. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE Black had no items for Director's Choice. IX. COMMISSION MEMBERS' CHOICE Bertoluzzi introduced Suzanne Ryan, Member of the Board of Trustees for Englewood Arts. Commission Member Dulaney announced the Maddox and Clayton Arts Alive! Week in May that will include a coordinated performance of the two schools in addition to Up Close and Musical. MOA representative, Meredith Wortzel , announced the Museum of Outdoor Arts' presentation of LUMINOSITY starting April 4th . Wortzel informed the Commission that Design and Build is going up and that the opening reception is scheduled for Thursday, April 21 st from 5-8pm. City Council Member Woodward spoke in regard to the Design and Build program and his enjoyment and appreciation of the project. Woodward informed the Commission that MOA had approached City Council in regard to placing banners on the CivicCenter building to publicize LUMINOSITY in addition to future programs going on in the City. Commission members were told that City Council had approved the request. X. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at. 7:03pm. • Deborah A Severa, Recording Secretary • •