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NOVEMBER 1989,
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Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Robert Page at 3
p.m. with the following members present: Enid Able, Lowell
Rogers, Mavis Voris, and Nelda Crowell. Also present were: Bill
Nebeker, artist; Sue Branch from the Downtown Development
Corporation; and Gloria Santiago, Staff Liaison to the Glendale
Arts Commission.
Approval of Minutes
The October 25, 1989, minutes were approved.
Financial ]Report
The balance of the Municipal Art Fund is: $80,317.87
Encumbered funds for the Francis Beaugureau painting: 14,000.00
The available balance for art expenditures is: $66,317.87
Business Discussion
A. Report on the "Arizona Ranger":
The "Arizona Ranger" artist, Bill Nebeker, was present at
the meeting. Prior to the Arts Commission meeting, he had
met with Dallon Bushman, Project Manager; Michael Thomson,
Project Architect from the Benham Group; and Police Captain
Jerry McCown to discuss the pedestal and become familiar
with the location.
The suggested size for the pedestal is approximately four
feet. The artist recommended the pedestal not be too
vertical, since the art piece is vertical. The design
might include a base, which could be a sitting area. The
suggested finish would be brick and tile. It is not
recommended the pedestal be completely brick because it
would be too busy. The the would be the same the used
inside of the building. The suggested shape of the
pedestal is rectangular, to coincide with the shape of the
Courts Building. The "Arizona Ranger" sculpture's
shoulders would be parallel to Glendale Avenue.
The sculpture will be nine feet plus an additional two feet
for the figure's hat and base. The total size of the
sculpture and the base will be fifteen feet. The sculpture
will be just over the height of the columns of the Court
Building.
The Commission recommended that a narrative plaque about
the history of the Arizona Rangers be placed in the lobby
of the Courts Building or in front of the building. The
plaque would be installed when the sculpture is dedicated.
B. Report on the Francis Beaugureau painting:
Bob Page reported that Mr. Beaugureau is almost finished
with the painting. The painting will be hung in December
but will be covered until the unveiling, which will be in
January. Mavis Voris will be coordinating the reception
with the assistance of the City. The recommended time for
the reception is 4 to 6 p.m. During the reception, it is
recommended that the chairs directly in front of the
painting be roped off so the public will have a better view
of the art piece. A handout will be distributed at the
reception, giving the background on the art work. The art
piece will be dedicated to Mrs. Marie Sands, the first
chairman of the Arts Commission.
The invitation list will include all City Commissioners,
City Council members, the Glendale Chamber of Commerce, and
the Downtown Development Corporation plus other valley art
commissioners.
A trip to Mr. Beaugureauls home will be coordinated so that
the Commissioners can see the painting.
C. Letter to Private Developers:
The Commissioners recommended the letter to private
developers, encouraging them to include art in their
projects, be postponed until the February meeting.
D. Sue Branch's Presentation on Catlin Court:
Sue Branch presented the Downtown Development Corporation's
proposal on purchasing the First Southern Baptist Church.
The recommended reuse of the church is to make it a visual
and performing arts and community center. Ms. Branch is
seeking support for the project. The commission will send
the Downtown Development Corporation a letter of support.
New Business
The Commissioners will begin researching mural artists for
the
interior of the Public Safety Building.
The Commission discussed the possibility of hosting a round
table discussion with the other valley art commissions.
The
purpose of the discussion would be to share information. It
was
decided to consider involving the Phoenix Art Museum
and
possibly having it at their facility.
Next Meeting
The next Arts Commission meeting will be Wednesday, December
20,
1989, at 3 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, Room B-3
Gloria Santi4)Y6
Staff Liaison to the Glendale Arts Commission