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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCultural Resources Board - Minutes - 05/26/1993Lincoln Center City of Fort Collins MEMBERS PRESENT: MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF: STAFF LIAISON: and Recreational Seras MINUTES - REGULAR MEETING Cultural Resources Board Wednesday, May 26, 1993 5:30 P.M. Fort Collins Museum Jane Nevrivy, Karen Warren, Jennifer Sterling, Bill Cordiner, Craig Swing Kathryn Stubler Deborah Romero Joy Poole, Mark Breimhorst, David Siever David Siever COUNCIL LIAISON: Gerry Horak AGENDA I. Call to order (5:35) - Jane Nevrivy II. Consideration of Agenda No Changes III. Consideration of minutes of April 28, 1993 Jennifer Sterling moved acceptance Bill Cordiner seconded Passed unanimously IV. Staff Reports - (See attached) Fort Collins Museum - Joy Poole Lincoln Center - David Siever V. Committee Reports Convention/Visitors Bureau - No Report 417 Magnolia Street • Fort Collins, CO 80521-2646 • (303) 221-6735 • FAX (303) 484-0424 Lincoln Center Board - Craig Swing Most of the items discussed in the Lincoln Center report had been discussed at the LC Board meeting. The Cultural Plan was discussed and the LC Board expressed their concern that there have been a lot of plans in the community and that this not be just another one which would be an interesting exercise and then placed on a shelf. Museum Sub -committee - Jennifer Sterling Return on the direct mail campaign netted about a 6% return ($2,000) LC/CSU Facilities Committee - Karen Warren The committee is working on number and size of theatres and what requirements are needed by both the city and CSU. Management of common areas will be the next topic of discussion. Arts Group - Bill Cordiner Members of the arts organizations continue to meet the third tuesday of every month. Among other issues they are exploring the idea of an Arts Alliance - the pros and cons. VI. Cultural Policy work plan items The Board and staff discussed items which were presented to Council as part of the Board's work plan. Staff will begin work on two items: percent for art and the Mayor's award. The Board decided to relook the work plan quarterly. VII. Mini -Theatre Rentals David Siever presented background (see attached) on how other facilities deal with space limitations, and presented copies of a mini -theatre booking process (see attached). Although it doesn't solve the problem of not enough space to meet demand, the Board felt that it helps having written guidelines so that organizations know what to expect. VIII. Fort Fund Guidelines The Board looked at the revisions made to the guidelines at the May 17th meeting. Several changes were made and the Board will re -look the guidelines in July after the June funding session. IX. Other Business No other business. X. Adjournment (7:35) Kathryn Stubler moved Jennifer Sterling seconded Passed unanimously Respectfully submitted, David T. Siever Cult* Library and Recreational Seees Fort Collins Museum FT, COLLINS MUSEUM REPORT CULTURAL RESOURCES BOARD MAY 26, 1993 STAFF Karin Eberhart attended the Colorado Wyoming Association of Museums conference. She participated in a panel addressing museum collections and artifacts which have no known donor or records. Joy Poole attended both the American Association of Museums and the Museum Store Association conferences. The museum staff enjoyed and appreciated a complimentary luncheon with Mayor Ann Azari at Pasta Jay's where we shared visions of the Fort Collins Museum 2000. PHYSICAL FACILITY The Box Elder School House was the featured site for this year's Historic Preservation Week. Despite the afternoon downpour, 70 people attended the event. The Questors expressed their appreciation to David Siever and Joy Poole for facilitating the opening of this school house. The museum was not awarded CBDG funds nor State Historic Society funds for unboarding the windows. The museum staff will continue to refine the grant application and resubmit September 1. MUSEUM STORAGE The City Council has been alerted to the museum's need for suitable museum storage. Several options have been presented. PROGRAMS The museum is actively recruiting students for our summer school program. 45 slots remain for youngsters to experience a day of school life in the 1905. The cost is $30 for 1 week of half day sessions. SUMMER ACTIVITIES RENDEZVOUS - JUNE 12, 1993 SKOOKUM DAY - JULY 17, 1993 B:museum.rpt 200 Mathews Street • Fort Collins, CO 80524 • (303) 221-6738 • • Cultural Resources Board Lincoln Center Report May 26, 1993 Mall Outlet Equipment and merchandise are being ordered. Preliminary plans are drawn and construction will begin the end of June. Opening is set for August 16. Lincoln Center/Colorado State University Facilities Discussions are continuing with Bill Runyan and his committee regarding the feasibility of a joint Performing Arts facility. Items under discussion include: Number and size of various facilities, co-operative management, sharing of common areas, budgets, etc. Lincoln Center Board Robert Bissetti was elected to a four year term on the Board replacing Patty VonGontard. New Carpet Design committee has recommended carpeting for Canyon West, Columbine and Mini - Theatre. The carpet will be installed this summer. Lila B. Morgan Donors $ 3500 dollars has been pledged by Donors to underwrite the series. This is a three year commitment which equates to a total donation of $ 10,500. Showstopper Series Final show on the series has been set. It will be "Greater Tuna". Renewals will be sent out this week with a June 25 deadline. Volunteer Party Over 80 Lincoln Center volunteers were honored at a reception on May 20. Inspecting Carol 9th Grade Performance In contrast to last year, the special performance for 9th graders went very smoothly. Students and cast were both appreciative and feedback is that the students had a very positive theatre experience.