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HomeMy WebLinkAboutArt In Public Places Board - Minutes - 08/19/2020 Art in Public Places REGULAR MEETING August 19, 2020, 3:30 pm Online 8/19 /20 20 – MINUTES Page 1 1. CALL TO ORDER 3:30 pm 2. ROLL CALL • Board Members Present – Miriam Chase, Gwen Hatchette, Carol Ann Hixon, Kirsten Savage, Michael Short, and Sara Wade • Board Members Absent – Sabrina Davies, • Staff Members Present – Ellen Martin, Liz Good, Jim McDonald, and Blake Visser • Cultural Resources Board Liaison – None present • Guests – None Present 3. AGENDA REVIEW 4. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 5. APROVAL OF MINUTES – JULY 8, 2020 Ms. Hixon moved we approve the minutes Ms. Wade seconded Unanimously approved 6. BUSINESS, PRESENTATION, OR DISCUSSION: A) TRANSFORMER CABINET MURAL DESIGN REVIEW Ms. Martin presented mural designs by Aloria Weaver, David Heskin, Shawna Turner, Faith Johnson, Amy Heyse, Elena Cannaday, and Joe Myers. The board discussed the designs and asked staff to encourage artists to be even more creative. Ms. Wade moved to accept all the designs. Ms. Hatchette seconded Unanimously approved B) HOFFMAN MILL FUELING SITE PRESENTATION Blake Visser, Project Manager with Operation Services, was in attendance to present the project. The team is interested in a mural artist. There are options for murals on the site including the fuel dispensers, building wall, and two transformer cabinets. Ms. Martin suggested selecting the artist from the pre-approved list of artists who have previously painted Transformer Cabinet Murals with the program. The budget is approximately $5,000. Ms. Hixon asked about additional funding and Ms. Martin said Art in Public Places SPECIAL MEETING 8/19 /20 20 – MINUTES Page 2 there might be the possibility of additional funds from Natural Areas. Ms. Hixon moved to that we propose the use of the existing list for this project. Ms. Chase seconded Unanimously approved C) FOCO CREATES ARTS & CULTURE MASTER PLAN – EQUITY & INCLUSION Jim McDonald, Director of Cultural Services, was in attendance for this discussion. Mr. McDonald recognized Ms. Savage’s email regarding equity and inclusion and the Board’s responses. He shared background including the formation of the Cultural Equity and Inclusion Group and their input in the FoCo Creates Arts and Culture Master Plan. Mr. McDonald outlined the vision of the Master Plan and discussed an equity lens as we approach opportunities. Mr. McDonald discussed how these goals have been affected by COVID-19 and the budget limitations it will cause in the next few years. Discussion included building up a diverse pool of candidates and translation of calls for artists. It was suggested to solicit directly to artists and communities that have not previously participated in APP. Other opportunities include mentoring artists and offering Public Art 101 educational programs. The Board discussed ideas and opportunities for community collaborations. The Board also discussed looking at the placement of artwork. Staff will send a link to the GIS map that shows artwork citywide to Board members. This discussion will continue in future board meetings. D) MIDYEAR REPORT Ms. Martin presented the draft of the report. Because of missed meetings due to COVID-19, we are a little behind schedule. The Board discussed and had some minor grammar changes along with a request to add a summary paragraph. Ms. Wade moved to approve with suggested edits. Mr. Short seconded Unanimously approved 7. STAFF REPORT Staff shared images of current projects. The Staff Report will be emailed to the Board. 8. OTHER BUSINESS A) PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN Ms. Hixon shared details of the plan and board input. Ms. Hixon will compile and send feedback to the City. She feels it is important to point out the importance of art in the plan. Ms. Savage mentioned that public art should be included to show synergy and opportunities. Art in Public Places SPECIAL MEETING 8/19 /20 20 – MINUTES Page 3 It was stated that the next regular meeting will be September 16. Ms. Martin mentioned there might be the need for an additional meeting but will contact the Board with options for dates. 9. ADJOURNMENT 5:05 pm Respectfully submitted, Liz Good