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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010-08-09 CAC MINS~~tr, • CITY OF CHULA VISTA MINUTES CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION Monday, August 09, 2010 Downstairs Library Conf. Room 5:00 p.m. Civic Center Library 1. Call to Order/ Roll Call Commissioner Bolles called the meeting to order at 5:10 p.m. Commissioners Present: Bolles, Deavenport, McDermott, Hernandez; Berndt; Gore Commissioners Absent: Voorhees, Fessia, Smith Guests Present Jack Blakely, Mark Martinsen • 5. New Business, item a. The Chairman moved to address the regular agenda items following the presentation of Mr. Blakely and Mr. Martinsen on the Parkview Baseball Team Recognition Art Wall. It is to be placed on the corner of Parkway and Third Avenue, close to the CV Heritage Museum. They displayed a scale model of the proposed piece and explained the details of its components, such as the commemorative plaques and sponsors' names, etc. The Commissioners agreed that the Art Wall relates to the style and architecture of the location and area and gave their endorsement to the project. Both gentlemen answered questions from the commissioners and Mr. Blakely indicated that he would like to get the Council to see this project as an Informational Item in mid September, with a view to opening or unveiling in January 2011 to coincide with the City's Centennial celebrations. They explained the choice of this location over the actual ballpark for this commemorative display because this area would have the exposure to more visitors. Chairman Bolles asked about the cost, in response Mr. Blakely said approximately $150,000. with some lighting; also that he and Mr. Martinson were trying to get sponsors, including SDG&E for solar fixtures. • Mr. Voorhees made a motion to support the endeavor, seconded by Mr. Gore. It was agreed that the Commission do a letter of agreement with the concept and • endorsement of the project. Ms. Loney informed that the Museum Board had similarly agreed. The Chairman thanked both gentlemen, and moved the meeting onto the agenda. 1. Approval of Minutes Minutes of the May 10t" meeting were approved on a motion by Ms. Berndt and seconded by Ms. Deavenport. Minutes of the July 12t" meeting were approved on a motion by Mr. Gore and seconded by Ms. Berndt. 2. Public Comments No members of the public present. 3. Old Business a. Sculpture Garden - Ms. Loney advised that the City's Redevelopment Department had completed the initial work at the site as Mr. Crockett had indicated at the last meeting. Ms. Loney also reported that her meeting with TAVA Design Committee was positive and the Sculpture Garden concept was well received although they would like to see a more up-to-date model. Mr. Bolles would relay this request to the art department at Southwestern College. Chairman Bolles made the motion to proceed with the staff report to Council, seconded by Commissioner Gore and agreed to by the other commissioners. Miss Loney will notify the commissioners of upcoming meetings with TAVA. b. Updating the CV Arts Directory Commissioner Berndt reported that she was unable to proceed. The chairman shared that he knew someone at San Diego State was involved in similar projects and that he would refer to Ms. Souval for more information. He suggested that this could be a student project with a focus on studying artists availability and linked to the City's website. Ms. Loney agreed with this approach and suggested that it would need a core group and be used as a Community Service Project, possibly in collaboration with the high school districts. c. Chula Vista Arts Foundation Chairman Bolles requested that this item be moved from the agenda as the • organization was no longer in existence. • d. Port Public Art Update Ms. Souval, Port representative, was not present at the meeting. 4. New Business b. Request to Council for use of money from Fine Art Fund Ms. Loney said that the Commission should try to have this item on Council agenda in September and once the approval is gained the Chairman would release the use of Commission's funds. 5. Staff Updates Ms. Loney reported that there were no applicants for the McCandliss Award. There was some discussion as to publicizing it more widely. It was clarified that the award is compounded if not given in a year. Ms. Loney also suggested that the Commission send a letter of information to the Youth Action Council. 6. Oral Communications • Ms. Loney reported that she had been invited by Mainly Mozart, who asked questions about the library and the South Bay area. Commissioner Hernandez' CV Ballet is in contract with Cerri , a Japanese Company of 24 dancers for a one week study and combined performances. The Chairman asked for corrections to be made to the Commission's directory, Secretary to comply. 8. Adjournment Mr. Bolles adjourned the meeting at 6:30 p.m. The next Cultural Arts Commission meeting will be held on September 13, 2010 at 5:00 p.m., Chula Vista Public Library, Civic Center Conference Room. Approved by: AG / SD on: .Secretary: Staff Liaison: