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CITY OF
CHULA VISTA
MINUTES
CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Monday, July 12, 2010 Library Conf. Room
5:00 p.m. Civic Center Library
1. Call to Order/ Roll Call
Commissioner Bolles called the meeting to order at 5:20 p.m.
Commissioners Present: Bolles, Deavenport, McDermott, Hernandez; Berndt; Gore
Commissioners Absent: Voorhees, Fessia, Smith
2. Approval of Minutes
. The consensus of those present was to table the regular agenda items due to lack
of a quorum and to move directly into the presentation from Southwestern College Art
Department.
3. Public Comments
No members of the public present.
4. Old Business
a. Sculpture Garden -
Ms. Arnold, Dean of School of Arts & Communication at Southwestern College,
introduced the members of the group who worked on this proposal. The
presentation was also distributed to the commissioners; there was also a scale
model on display.
After viewing the proposed concept for the garden, the commissioners asked
questions about specific design and materials. There was discussion about seating
and pathways for the public, which Eric Crocket from the City's Redevelopment
Department advised against. He informed the commissioners about ADA
requirements having to be met, which would increase the overall cost, also too
much ownership would deter future development. He said he liked the concept and
. suggested partial fencing, site prep with mulch and grading that would not be too
much investment and keep the project as a "temporary use".
The Chairman asked about maintenance of the site, as this would be necessary if
gravel is used, it could get messy. Eric clarified that they would use grading to
contain any gravel or other materials used.
Stephanie Loney informed the group of her invitation to a TAVA meeting on July
13"' and also that no approval has been received for use of the adjoining wall. It
was suggested that a faux wall be used instead and the site have open access on
the Third Avenue side.
In an effort to keep costs down, it was concluded that City Departments -
Engineering, Redevelopment and Public Works, would be used for some of the
required work. Also the commissioners would seek contributions from neighboring
businesses.
Chairman Bolles asked what the timeline is for this project; Ms. Arnold said it
would be about three months, if the contracts get the OK from Southwestern
Board and City Council; November is the target month.
When asked about the content of the mural, the SWC artists said they had several
ideas for approval by the commission, also the use of materials; board, canvas to
allow mobility to other areas.
Since the Cultural Arts Commission is not allowed to solicit for money, they can
recommend with a letter and the money go to the City; TAVA to assist with this.
The Chairman thanked the presenters and commended the product shown.
5. New Business
6. Staff Updates
7. Oral Communications
Ms. Loney suggested they group meet in August to continue discussions, the
commissioners agreed. The secretary was directed to communicate the details to the
commission by email. She informed the group that there was approx. $30k in the
Public Art Fund but would have to investigate how it can be accessed and used. This
project should be brought to Council as an informational item with Southwestern
Artists in September. Mr. Bolles should speak with Southwestern College for details on
the stages of erection. Ms. Loney to keep in touch with Mr. Crocket on details and
developments.
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. 8. Adjournment
Mr. Bolles adjourned the meeting at 6:05 p.m. The next Cultural Arts Commission
meeting will be held on August 9, 2010 at 5:00 p.m., Chula Vista Public Library, Civic
Center basement floor Conference Room, #11.
Approved by: AG / CB
Secretary:
on: 08/09/2010 ;-~'°'r
Staff Liaison:
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