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Arts Commission Meeting
March 5, 1997 • 4:30 p.m.
Harding Center Auditorium
Meeting Called To Order at 4:30 p.m.
Present: Commissioners Wood, Willis, Batter, Pynes, Chattier
Absent: Commissioner Lignante
OLD BUSINESS
Review of Shore Protection Wall Artwork
Arts Manager Connie Beardsley stated the Arts Office displayed the models and mosaic tile
square samples at both Carlsbad Libraries during the month of February as requested by
Council. The Office received 26 comments regarding the artwork. The majority of the
comments were positive.
Carlton Lund, 4779 Brookwood Court, Carlsbad, told Commissioners the tile wall is
beautiful and commended the Commission.
On motion by Commissioner Batter, the artwork design concept for the access areas of the
Shore Protection Wall project was approved and forwarded to City Council recommending
approval.
AYES: Batter, Wood, Chattier, Willis, Pynes
NEW BUSINESS
Artwork for new Library
Presentation by Jan Sanchez of new proposed artwork and review of approved artwork for the
trellis.
Mrs. Beardsley introduced artist Jan Sanchez and gave a brief overview of why there was a
need for a change in one of her two proposed artworks. Ms. Sanchez showed the model of
the trellis for the arcade area of the new Library. She explained that it consists of five sections
that resemble a hang glider parasail made of copper. Each side of a wing (18 ft.) will be of leaf
patterns of five different common California trees - oak, sycamore, black walnut, eucalyptus
and cottonwood. This portion of the artwork had been previously approved by the Arts
Commission. She then showed the model and explained her new design concept for the
baordroom window of the Library. It also consists of leaf patterns woven of copper and
brass. A garland configuration of leaves is used with openings so that light can come through
while creating some shade and obscuring the parking lot. The screens will be approximately
20 ft. wide by 14 ft. long.
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Library architect Rich Cardwell explained that in the process of revising the plans for the
Library, the space for Ms. Sanchez's neon artwork was eliminated. They worked together to
develop a new proposal.
Commissioner Batter asked if the screens and trellises were going to be colored. Ms.
Sanchez explained they would have a patina. Commissioner Batter asked what kind of
maintenance was required for the artwork. Ms. Sanchez replied that none was needed.
On motion by Commissioner Willis, the design concept of the screen artwork for the Library
boardroom window was approved.
AYES: Commissioners Wood, Chattier, Willis, Batter, Pynes
Presentation of artwork by Ellen Ziegler for the cistern in the front courtyard.
Mrs. Beardsley introduced Rich Cardwell, architect for the new Library, who was
representing Ellen Ziegler. Mr. Cardwell explained that Ms. Zielger's design concept was to
place a small reflecting pool in the courtyard. She was proposing to use a large granite
boulder with a basin cut out of middle of the stone which would make a reflecting pool. At
water level, letters would be cut into the stone, half of each letter would show above the
water level and half reflected in the water. Mrs. Beardsley asked if the inside basin would be
polished on the sides. Mr. Cardwell stated it would be to assist in the reflection. It was then
asked how critical maintaining the water level would be to reflect the letters and what the
water level was. Mr. Cardwell explained that he was looking into circulating the water to
keep it clean and regulated and the water height would be only 6". Mr. Cardwell stated the
proposed art piece is 10 ft. long by 7-8 ft. wide. Mrs. Beardsley asked what the courtyard
flooring was made of. Mr. Cardwell replied the plan is to use granite paving. Commissioner
Pynes asked if the boulder will be "merging from" the granite paving. Mr. Cardwell responded
that the boulder will be "set in" if possible.
On motion by Commissioner Willis, the design concept of using a granite boulder with a cut
out reflecting pool with letters cut into the inside was approved.
AYES: Commissioners Wood, Chattier, Willis, Batter, Pynes
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Chair's Report
Chair Wood gave the Commission an update on Carrillo Ranch. Mr. Wood also repotted
that the Commission held a workshop at which all Commissioners have volunteerred for
assignments regarding the future of the arts in Carlsbad.
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Manager's Report
Mrs. Beardsley reported that the Arts and Lecture Series had one more lecture scheduled for
March 19. She told Commissioners that the Arts Office just completed the budget requests
for FY 97-98 and asked for a parttime clerical person, but no new programs were planned.
She added that more funding was requested for the Arts Community Grants, arts education
portion. Mrs. Beardsley also reported that staff was working on a grant request to the
California Arts Council for the 2nd year for an arts education grant in partnership with
Carlsbad Unified School District. She said that California Arts Council will be making a site
visit in May. Mrs. Beardsley further reported that she will be in the Czech Republic at the end
of April through the beginning of May and requested the May Commission meeting be
changed.
The Arts Commission meeting for May was changed to Thursday, May 15 in the City Council
Chambers.
Arts Education Report
Commissioner Pynes reported that the drawing contest is about to get underway. The award
ceremony has been scheduled for the May 13 City Council meeting. There will be 18-20
student prize winners.
Mrs. Pynes reported that the Arts Education Steering Committee's 5-year plan will be
accomplished this year, with implementation of the plan beginning next year if the Arts Office
receives its grant from the California Arts Council. At the March 12 School Board meeting,
community support will be shown to support arts in the curriculum. The goal is to get the
School Board to "buy-in" to having arts education as part of the general curriculum.
1-5 Corridor Report
Commissioner Batter reported that the Committee discussed the Palomar Airport Road
interchange with the landscape architect, KTU&A. The City received a special grant for
planting trees only . The plan is to plant two types of trees to present a "grid look" with
ground cover being planted later. She also reported that at the La Costa Avenue bridge, the
Committee approved a "wave" design and is considering placing the same design on the bridge
at the Las Flores overpass.
Mrs. Beardsley reported that the proposal for the "wave" design will follow the public
approval process, however, the City did approve putting in "sleeves" at this time which will
allow the fencing to be changed at a later date if it so desires. The next 1-5 meeting is
scheduled for March 10.
The meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m.
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