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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997-04-03; Arts Commission; MinutesMINUTES Arts Commission Meeting April 3, 1997 • 4:30 p.m. City Council Conference Room Meeting Called To Order at 4:30 p.m. Present: Commissioners Wood, Batter, Pynes, Platner, Lignante Absent: Commissioner Chartier, Willis MINUTES FOR APPROVAL On Motion by Commission Batter, The Minutes of February 6, 1997, were approved with the request that Committee Reports be included with all Minutes in the future. AYES: Wood, Lignante, Batter, Pynes, Platner On Motion by Commissioner Batter, The Minutes of March 5, 1997, were approved. AYES: Wood, Lignante, Batter, Pynes, Platner OLD BUSINESS Revision of Library Artwork Design - Ellen Ziegler Arts Manager Connie Beardsley explained that Ellen Ziegler informed her after the March Arts Commission meeting, the granite rock she planned on using in her artwork was too expensive and she would need to use other material. However, between the time the agenda was posted and the meeting, the artist located a granite rock to be used. This item is now only for information purposes. Mrs. Beardsley showed the Commission the model of Ms. Ziegler's artwork design. Commissioner Platner asked Mrs. Beardsley if she knew how the artist proposed to keep the water level regulated in the cistern. The Commission stated the model needed to be displayed in scale to the space where it will be placed in the Library courtyard. Commissioner Batter asked if there were water safety issues with this piece. Commissioner Pynes asked how the granite rock was going to be placed on the smaller rocks surrounding it. She stated she understood that the concept was to try to place the granite rock to look as if it was "emerging" from the courtyard flooring. Her concern was about whether the rock is placed in the ground or whether it will have to be placed above the ground. Commissioner Batter stated she wanted a more complete concept from the artist. Discussion ensued on the technical aspects of the design. Mrs. Beardsley stated the technical details should be the responsibility of the artist. Commission Batter stated she wanted to know how the water ran. Commissioner Pynes stated she was concerned about maintenance. Arts Commission Minutes - April 3, 1997 Commissioner Lignante asked if a screen was going to be placed over the top of the pool. Mrs. Beardsley responded no. Mrs. Beardsley stated that this model and Jan Sanchez's model would be on display in both libraries for the next month and would be brought before the Commission for approval again in May along with public comments. She also stated that the artwork designs would be brought-before Library Board later this month. Chair Wood requested the Arts Office/Commission contact the Friends of the Carlsbad Library to attend the Arts Commission meeting in May. NEW BUSINESS Fund-Raising Chair Wood requested the Commission's policy on fund-raising be placed on the agenda for discussion with emphasis on the Carlsbad Village Faire Gallery fund-raising event. Mr. Wood provided a brief explanation and background on how and why the Commission's fund-raising policy was created. Discussion by the Commission ensued on past fund-raising events held with Commission participation. Mrs. Beardsley stated that it the past, the event was held in May, and this year the timing of this event will conflict with fund-raising for the jazz concerts as it will be held in July. Commissioner Batter requested that if the Commission chooses to fund-raise, was it possible for Chair Wood obtain tickets in advance to be sold by Commissioners to avoid the conflict with the jazz concerts. On Motion by Commissioner Batter, the fund-raising policy of "no soliciting" has been suspended for the Carlsbad Village Faire Gallery fund-raising event. AYES: Commissioners Wood, Lignante, Platner, Batter, Pynes COMMITTEE REPORTS Chair's Report Chair Wood thanked Commissioners for attending the many activities held during the past month. He informed the Commission that the Carrillo Ranch workshop has been postponed until the end of May. Mr. Wood also stated he contacted Betty Laurs at NCTD regarding the information rack at the train stations. Manager's Report Mrs. Beardsley reported the artwork design for the Shore Protection Wall was approved by Council. A dedication is being planned for the end of May or first part of June. The 1-5 Master Plan is currently being reviewed by staff and the Committee. Festejando a las Madrecitas will be held on Mother's Day, May I I, at Holiday Park from Noon until 6:00. Mrs. Beardsley further reported that the Arts in Bloom festival at the Flower Fields was taking place on April 5. The Arts Office provided resources. Attendance at the multicultural festival was not as Arts Commission Minutes - April 3, 1997 2 high as last year. Staff will debrief on this event and determine ways of improving attendance next year. The Arts Office was informed that it is the recipient of a special program grant and will be hosting an Irish dancer for a month this coming fall. The Arts Office is responsible for obtaining housing for this artist. The Arts Office has also heard informally that its has received a grant from the California Arts Council for the sculpture garden. Funding will take place after July I. The Arts Office received a $3,000 CDBG grant to be used towards after school programming or youth-at-risk. Funds will be applied to the Valley Jr. High photography project or an after-school program at Pine. Arts Education Report Commissioner Pynes reported that the steering committee has been working with staff on the 5-year plan for CUSD. Mrs. Beardsley and CUSD Arts Coordinator Richard Keely developed a chart that depicts what arts education is taking place in the CUSD school system. She stated that Assistant Superintendent Sue Bentley is working with the Arts Office to prepare the grant for year 2 of the California Arts Council grant. Mrs. Pynes informed the Commission that another middle school is planned at Aviara Oaks. The Drawing on Carlsbad's Past contest is underway. The Committee is in the process of obtaining judges for the artwork. Commissioner Pynes thanked Commissioners who attended the School Board meeting on March 12. The School Board has 'bought into" the arts education policy . The 5-year plan and funding will be going before the School Board later this year. Arts Associates Report Carol Landis reported that the Arts and Lecture series was successful and is being given serious consideration to continue. The Associates received 200 membership renewals the past month. The annual meeting will be held on May 15, 7:00 p.m., at the Carlsbad Senior Center. The meeting adjourned at 5:22 p.m. Arts Commission Minutes - April 3, 1997 3