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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-09-06; Arts Commission; MinutesMINUTES Carlsbad Arts Commission September 6, 2007 Carlsbad Council Chambers Call to Order and Roll Call Chairman Heath Fox called the meeting to order at 9:01 a.m. Commissioners Present: Fran Carrillo, Sherman DeForest, Heath Fox, Rita Francis, Gary Hill, Ron Juncal Commissioners Absent: Barbara Iserloth Approval of Minutes for July On motion by Commissioner Hill, second by Commissioner Carrillo, to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held August 2, 2007, as submitted. New Business 1. ArtSplash: Preview - presentation by Commissioner Juncal Commissioner Juncal gave a preview of this year's ArtsSplash festival, which will be held on September 22 and 23 on Armada Drive. Mr. Juncal stated that this was the fourth year of the event and said that there would be chalk art displays, rock stacking, graffiti art, performing arts entertainment, performances by Fern Street Circus, A Taste of Carlsbad, fine art, and a major new trompe I'oeil work created out of flower petals. He said the event was being designed to be more arts oriented and less like a street fair, and they were encouraging more demonstrations on how artists made their work and more audience participation in the art-making process. Commissioner Juncal informed the Commission that $38,000 had been raised last year that was distributed to Carlsbad schools for art programs. Peter Gordon, Arts Manager, asked how those funds raised were disbursed to the Carlsbad schools. Mr. Juncal suggested that Joni Miringoff, ArtSplash Committee Chair, be contacted for that information. Mr. Gordon suggested that there was possibly room for an administrative partnership with the Community Arts Grants program. Ms. Raziah Roushan, a chalk artist and graffiti artist, also spoke. Mr. Juncal explained that her participation in ArtSplash helped bring a younger viewpoint to the festival through projects like the graffiti art booth and that he hoped this type of art form would help to engage those younger audience members as well. Commissioner Hill suggested that a PowerPoint streaming video with the names of the sponsors could be used on the City's website or could be used for publicity purposes. Chairman Fox expressed his gratitude to the ArtSplash steering committee for all their hard work all year long. 2. TGIF Wrap-up (Presentation by Colleen Finnegan Colleen Finnegan, Community Arts Coordinator, gave an overview of the 2007 TGIF Jazz in the Parks Concert season. She stated that this was the 22nd TGIF Jazz concert season and that there had been ten concerts. There was an average of 3,000-4,000 people in attendance, but groups like Big Time Operator, Bill Magee Blues Band, and Rod Piazza & The Mighty Flyers probably drew closer to 5,000 people. Local, regional, and national bands had been chosen by the producer, Rob Hagey Productions. A variety of blues, Afro-Cuban, East African Pop, and big band swing were the music styles for this last concert series. The producer, in close discussion with the Arts Office, is central to the selection of the music groups. The new Pine Avenue Park was used for the first time with many residents in the area attending. Ms. Finnegan emphasized that the Carlsbad Friends of the Arts played a huge role in the TGIF Jazz Concerts, organizing and running the Opportunity Drawings which raise funds that the Friends donate back to the Arts Office for TGIF Jazz and other programs such as Three-Part-Art. Ms. Finnegan also stated that work on the 2008 TGIF Jazz Concert season has begun. Ms. Finnegan said that this year's Souvenir Program was once again a beautiful publication. Peter Gordon informed the Commission that a Request for Proposals (RFP) had been used to select the publishers, Wheelhouse Media, for the 2007 TGIF Jazz Concerts souvenir program who took care of ad sales, production, and printing. Mr. Gordon said that the Arts Office remained in charge of the editorial content and overall design and felt it was a very successful partnership. Mr. Gordon mentioned that the Friends of the Arts have greatly expanded the scope of the Opportunity Drawings, especially energized by some of the major donors such as Alaska Airlines, Pueblo Bonito Resorts & Hotels Mexico, and Furnishings 4 Less. The latter donor was new to TGIF Jazz this year, but came forward with fabulous prizes such as outdoor stainless steel barbecue system with refrigerator, hot tub, computer desk with hutch, and so on. Commissioner DeForest commended the Art at Jazz Program by Tonya Rodzach, Community Arts Educator/Education. Arts Commission - 2 - September 6, 2007 Commissioner Juncal congratulated Ms. Rodzach for the well-run Family Open Studios and Three-Part-Art Programs to promote the arts. It is a wonderful approach to expose art to children. Commissioner Hill recommended that the audience could be asked, just before the start of each concert, how many were from Carlsbad and how many were from surrounding cities. He said that the audience could be queried regarding what venue would be liked for a potential Jazz concert and what quadrant were they from. Commissioner Hill stated that he was a Prop D Citizens Liaison Committee member and suggested that an amphitheater, or similar type of venue, could hold large capacities of people. 3. 2007/08 Management Goals for the Arts Office (Presentation by Peter Gordon) Mr. Gordon explained management goals and stated that the formulation of goals takes place between February and June for the succeeding year. Salary increases are impacted by the acceptance, implementation and completion of the goals, and all goals have measurable outcomes. He gave a brief overview of management goals affecting the Cultural Arts Office: Conservation Survey of Public Art (Peter Gordon) - Conservation survey and ongoing maintenance plan of the City's public art collection. Cultural Arts Office Communication Plan (Karen McGuire, Tonya Rodzach, Colleen Finnegan) - Outcome is to make sure to increase awareness of our programs Review Sculpture Garden Strategy (Peter Gordon, Karen McGuire) - Try to make the outdoor sculpture more accessible to the public Sibylla Voll, Carlsbad/Oceanside Art League, suggested a street sign could be placed indicating the location of the Sculpture Garden. Raziah Roushan stated that the Seattle Museum of Art takes advantage of yard space at public places and that Carlsbad could do the same. Commissioner Juncal suggested that a shuttle bus could take the public to see the various forms of public art in Carlsbad. Commissioner Hill informed the Commission that there was an excellent website, PPS.org, that is filled with information of studies of what brings people together in public spaces and what keeps people away. Donation of Artwork to the City (Karen McGuire) - Install the two art works donated to the City by the Italo Scanga Foundation Arts Commission -3 - September 6, 2007 Grant Application Two Year Plan (Tonya Rodzach) - Develop timeline and options for appropriate grant applications Performing Arts On Your Own Time (Colleen Finnegan) - Develop details for a "performing arts" version of the Gallery's "On Your Own Time" (employee) visual arts exhibition Cultural Arts Office Volunteer Program (Tonya Rodzach) - Create an all-purpose handbook for Cultural Arts Office volunteers City Branding Goal (Peter Gordon) - Develop a consistent look and identity for City services Old Business 1. Committees, Commissioner Terms of Office Chairman Fox stated that the terms of Commissioners DeForest and Juncal expire in 2008. If they are interested in being re-appointed, a letter needs to be sent to the Mayor requesting re-appointment. If Commissioners DeForest and Juncal don't want to be re-appointed, please let the Chairman and Arts Manager know as soon as possible. Public Comment There was no public comment. Committee Report 1. Commissioners' Reports Commissioner Carrillo announced that there is an Arts-in-Education meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 26, in the Gowland Meeting Room at the Dove Library. Commissioner DeForest informed the Commission that he went to see the "Natural Connections" exhibit at the William D. Cannon Art Gallery and congratulated Karen McGuire on its success. Chairman Fox informed the Commission that he had met with the Friends of the Arts Board on August 13 and that he thanked them for their support of the Arts and the TGIF Jazz concerts in Carlsbad. Arts Commission -4 - September 6, 2007 Commissioner Fox suggested that all Arts Commission meetings should continue to take place in the Council Chambers, rather than in off-site locations, to make it consistent and easier for public participation. 2. Manager's Report Peter Gordon announced that there would a meeting in the Gowland Meeting Room, September 17, 7pm, to discuss public art opportunities in the region. Constance White, of the Airport Authority, and Dana Springs of the San Diego Commission on Art & Culture would be presenting. The program was organized by Community Arts Coordinator Tonya Rodzach. Peter Gordon distributed the letter that was written and mailed out by Ms. Rodzach announcing the meeting to all Commissioners. It was noted that there may be the possibility of an Arts Commission quorum at the meeting. Mr. Gordon handed out a Sister City Program photography contest brochure, call for entries, for the digital photography contest with Karlovy Vary and high school students. Mr. Gordon handed out a copy of the 2008 Community Arts Grants application to each Commissioner. Mr. Gordon announced that the fourth annual Carlsbad Musical Festival will be held September 28-30, 2007 at Schulman Auditorium. The Festival is put together by Matt McBane who had received Community Arts Grants in the past for this event. This year the Arts Office is a sponsoring partner. This festival presents contemporary, cutting edge classical music. Musicians featured in the Festival will visit high school music classes during the week prior to the performances in Schulman as an adjunct educational component to the public concerts. Adjournment Chairman Fox adjourned the regular meeting of the Arts Commission at 10:26 a.m. Respectfully submitted, PETER GORDON Arts Manager Isabelle Paulsen Minutes Clerk Arts Commission - 5 - September 6, 2007