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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-05-04 CAC MINUTESCity of Englewood CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Minutes of May 4, 2005 • I. CALL TO ORDER • • II . III. 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: Eric Bertoluzzi, Chairperson Janet Moore, Vice Chairperson Heather Bartunek, Commission Member Amy Laugesen, Commission Member Michael Keene, Alternate Member Olga Wolosyn, City Council Liaison Jerrell Black, ex officio Absent: Kate Dulaney, Commission Member Donna Schnitzer, Commission Member Maggie Stewart, Commission Member Mary Lynn Baird, Englewood School District Liaison Also Present: Gary Hultberg, Recreation Manager Jim Woodward , City Council Member (arrived at 5:49pm) Meredith Wortzel , Museum of Outdoor Arts REVIEW OF AGENDA Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked for any changes or additions to the agenda. There were none. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Bertoluzzi asked if there were any changes or additions to the minutes of April 6, 2005. There were none. The minutes were approved as presented. IV. INTRODUCTION OF GUESTS There were no guests. V. NEW BUSINESS VI. City Council Liaison Wolosyn discussed the budget process for 2005 . Wolosyn told commission members that there would be a pre-budget retreat on Saturday, May 7th and explained that the City is using a new concept in budgeting this year called "Outcome-Based Budgeting". Wolosyn and Director Black discussed the new concept that establishes a list of city priorities and then builds the budget by allocating city resources to achieve the desired outcomes . Discussion followed. OLD BUSINESS Black gave an update on the cultural space . Black reported that Architect Suzette Emerson and Acoustic Engineer Howard McGregor were working together to "fine tune" acoustics and lighting for the space. Black discussed other minor revisions and issues that staff has been working on. Bertoluzzi asked in regard to a timeline. Black replied that he would need to verify with Public Works but that it is his understanding that it would take approximately four months to construct. In regard to $325,000 that was approved by City Council for completion of the space, Wolosyn discussed her concern that the $100,000 that is to come from use tax for the Denver Seminary project may not be available as soon as originally expected due to construction of the project not having • started. Wolosyn explained that the $175,000 from the Cultural Arts Land Bank and $50,000 from the Conservation Trust Fund is available now. Bertoluzzi spoke in regard to having $325,000 committed to the project and the scenario if it goes over cost, would City Council give the approval to move forward. Black discussed possible scenarios to budget the project ifthat was the case including delaying the purchase of some items until 2006, lease/purchase of equipment, etc. Vice Chairperson Moore asked what the $325,000 included. Black replied that it includes a complete space. VII. COMMITTEE REPORTS Wolosyn gave an update on the Public Art Committee. Wolosyn reported that a meeting for Art at the Shuttle Stops has been scheduled. Discussion followed regarding graffiti on some of the art. Black stated that he would follow-up with Community Development. In regard to the Englewood Arts, Moore reported that the 2006 Juried Art Show has been scheduled for February 18 to April 1. Moore discussed venues for the show. Moore gave a report on the April Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Moore informed the Commission that the Englewood Youth Council was present who presented a report on projects that they have been involved with. Moore suggested using the teens for ushers, etc. when the cultural space opens to help them fulfill their community service requirements. VIII. EVENTS Bertoluzzi announced the final spring concert "A Symphony of Story" on May 14 1h at 2pm. IX. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE Black informed the Commission that in 1991, a gentleman who was terminally ill, committed suicide and left his estate, located in the Arapahoe Acres neighborhood, to the Department of Parks and Recreation. Black explained that due to the real estate market at that time, the Department decided to fix up the house and rent it, which it has continued to do so over the last twelve years. Black told the Commission that due it the house being located in a historical neighborhood, the City has tried to follow pre-established historical guidelines. Black went on to explain that when the last renter left a few months ago, staff decided to re-evaluate whether the City should continue to rent the property or sell it. Black discussed how the real estate market has changed over the past years and the appraised value of the house has gone from $80,000 in 1993 to approximately $300,000 now. Information was presented to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Trustees of the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund, who recommended to staff to move forward with selling the property. Commission members were told that staff is now working with Public Works and Community Development in selecting a realtor. Black explained that proceeds from selling the house will go to the Parks and Recreation Trust Fund. IX. COMMISSION MEMBERS' CHOICE • Recreation Manager Hultberg asked if the Cultural Arts Commission or Englewood Arts had an • interest in participating in the Olde Tyme Fair for this year. Commission members responded yes. • • • MOA Representative Meredith Wortzel reported that Design and Build would be taken down on May 18th. Wortzel stated that there was an article on the Design and Build program in the April 29, 2005, Englewood Herald . Wolosyn distributed flyers for upcoming events including the upcoming Maddox and Clayton Arts Alive Week. Moore discussed how Littleton Arts is using a storefront at Southglenn Mall to display an art show. X. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at. 6:22pm. Deborah A Severa, Recording Secretary