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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Minutes - Arts Commission - Meeting Date: 8/22/2019Glendale A R I 7_ O N A MINUTES ARTS COMMISSION GLENDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY 5959 W. BROWN ST. GLENDALE, ARIZONA 85302 AUGUST 22, 2019 6:00 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Cole called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL Present: Thomas Cole, Chair Bernadette Bolognini, Vice Chair Joni Dinges, Commissioner Mark Fast, Commissioner Helen Fokszanskyj-Conti, Commissioner Cooki Peverini, Commissioner Nicole Riley, Commissioner Also Present: Mojgan Vahabzadeh, Arts & Culture Program Manager Jana Weldon, Arts Coordinator Jessi Pederson, Economic Development Assistant Director Yvonne Dolby, ProMusica Arizona Patti Graetz, ProMusica Arizona 3. CITIZEN COMMENTS There were no comments. 4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES a. Action: Arts Commission Minutes of May 23, 2019. Motioned by Commissioner Cooki Peverini, seconded by Vice Chair Bernadette Bolognini AYE: Chair Thomas Cole Vice Chair Bernadette Bolognini Commissioner Joni Dinges Commissioner Mark Fast Commissioner Helen Fokszanskyj-Conti Commissioner Cooki Peverini Commissioner Nicole Riley Passed 5. NEW BUSINESS a. Information: Introductions Ms. Vahabzadeh announced that the Arts & Culture Program is now part of the Office of Economic Development and introduced Ms. Pederson, the Economic Development Assistant Director. Ms. Pederson stated that Economic Development has to do with quality of life, which attracts development to the City, and noted that a very good synergy exists between Econ Development and Arts & Culture. Ms. Pederson gave a brief background of herself and the Economic Development team.She noted that department staff teaches entrepreneurship classes at the Main Library. Ms. Pederson stressed that small business is the backbone of the community. The Commissioners shared a brief background of themselves with Ms. Pederson. Ms. Vahabzadeh thanked Ms. Pederson for attending the meeting. b. Action: Centerline Arts & Cultural Initiative Project Proposal Presentation - ProMusica Arizona Ms. Vahabzadeh introduced Ms. Yvonne Dolby and Patti Graetz, of ProMusica Arizona, who were in attendance to present their application for a grant funding opportunity. Ms. Vahabzadeh noted that this was the first application for this grant cycle, which is being presented to the Commission for funding consideration. Ms. Dolby gave a presentation on the grant application, which included the following information: . This is the start of the 17th season for ProMusica Arizona, which is growing. . The City of Glendale has been very good to the organization. . Last season, ProMusica Arizona put on "Mountain Days: The John Muir Musical' in Concert, at Murphy Park in the amphitheater, which was very successful. The downtown business owners were very helpful and supportive. Approximately 300 people attended the event and there were about 100 people on stage. . The new musical is called "Celebrate America" Ms. Dolby showed the marketing materials and graphics for the show. The show would be held on Friday, November 1 st. Ms. Graetz described "Celebrate America" in detail: . It will showcase American music and is a way to honor veterans and first responders. . There will be a 40 -piece orchestra and over 60 voices. . The music in the program will include music from Aaron Copland, Irving Berlin, John Williams, music from movies, and more. . The proposal for this year is to hold the show in the Civic Center, which provides climate control for the instruments, ensures good quality of sound, and is better for the video and slide projections to tell a story with the music. The floor was opened for questions. Commissioner Riley asked how tickets could be obtained. Ms. Dolby replied that the tickets are free. Ms. Graetz estimated that there would be 475 seats in the Civic Center. Commissioner Peverini inquired as to the time of the show. Ms. Graetz replied that the show starts at 7:00 p.m. Ms. Vahabzadeh suggested contacting the Mayor's Office since November is Veteran's Month and there could be a tie-in for cross -promotion with the Veterans Day Ceremony at the Main Library. Commissioner Riley suggested promoting the event at local schools. Ms. Graetz stated that this would be done. Ms. Vahabzadeh recommended contacting the Chamber of Commerce, which has a Veterans Affairs group. Ms. Graetz commented that besides the 475 seats, the Civic Center indicated that overflow could potentially be set up in the foyer if needed. Ms. Graetz stated that currently, the reservation is for 2/3 of the ballroom, which can be adjusted if needed. Ms. Vahabzadeh complimented Ms. Dolby and Ms. Graetz on promotions, as she has seen/heard advertisement on Horizon and KJZZ for last year's performance. Commissioner Fast inquired as to the normal ticket price. Ms. Graetz replied that it was $24.00 for adults and $22.00 for seniors. She explained that the ticket revenue only covers about 30% of cost and a lot of grant writing and fundraising is done to keep the ticket price low. Commissioner Fast surmised that the event could really take off and recommended booking the whole ballroom. Ms. Graetz replied that this would cost more money, but could be considered if needed. As there were no further questions, the agenda item was concluded. Ms. Dolby and Ms. Graetz left the meeting. The Commissioners filled out the Grant Review Sheet for the grant application. Chair Cole asked if there were any comments prior to the vote. No comments were made. Motioned by Commissioner Cooki Peverini, seconded by Commissioner Helen Fokszanskyj-Conti AYE: Chair Thomas Cole Vice Chair Bernadette Bolognini Commissioner Joni Dinges Commissioner Mark Fast Commissioner Helen Fokszanskyj-Conti Commissioner Cooki Peverini Commissioner Nicole Riley Passed C. Action: Downtown Bench Project Ms. Vahabzadeh introduced the agenda item, noting that the idea for the downtown bench project is to add color and vibrancy to some downtown benches. Ms. Weldon gave a presentation on the proposed project, which included the following information: . Invite local artists to asethetically enhance the twenty benches in the pedestrian right-of-way on 58th Aveue between Glenn Drive and Glendale Avenue. . Photos of benches in other cities were shown: o Stamford, Connecticut: Art in Public Places "Street Seats" o 2 -Dimensional versus 3 -Dimensional o Vienna Florida: Vienna Arts Society — Benches were set out in front of businesses for six months and then auctioned off for sale. Benches were brand new and able to be painted in a studio before being placed. o Iowa City Downtown District: A project more similar to Glendale's. Local artists were invited to enhance 100 benches throughout the downtown pedestrian mall. The benches were painted in place. The project, entitled BenchMarks, was developed by the Iowa City Downtown District Special Events Committee and funded by presenting sponsor University of Iowa Community Credit Union. . Project Components o Preparation: Prepping and priming by artists. The bench wood is in good shape so no major sanding will be required. o All painting is to be done on site. o No additions and extensions. The artwork will be two dimensional. o Direction to artists on paints: Professional grade water-based acrylics (by companies like Windsor -Newton, Golden, Daler-Rowney, Pebeo, Lascaux, Nova Color, and Liquitex). No latex, resins or oils paints should be used. To prevent from fading in AZ sun, avoid paints that do not have a high colorfast rating. For the coating, high quality varnish required. Perhaps require an auto -body clear coat as the finish, which will create a hard-shell high -gloss finish with a UV -protection component. o Program will provide uniform plaques. o Considering entitling project "Take a Seat, Glendale!" because the primary canvas of the downtown benches are the seat. o Project Life: up to 3 years. . Project Parameters o Request for Qualifications (RFQ) that includes 6 images of past work, image list, artist contact information, and 200 words addressing experience and artistic values. 0 20 finalists submit 2 concepts each that includes proposed design and process. o Commission 20 proposals from up to to 20 artists, 1 to 2 benches per artist. o Open to professional or experienced amateur artists/art professionals who are Arizona residents. o Up to $26,000 budget. $24,000 for artists that breaks down to $200 honorium per finalist (for 2 proposals) + $1,000 per commissioned bench. Up to $2,000 for site cleaning and plaques by program. . Draft Timeline, If Approved o RFQ: Open September 20 -October 18 o First selection panel: Week of October 28 -Nov 1 o Proposals by finalists due end of November o Second selection panel: Week of December 9-13 o Work commences by mid January to be completed within 2 weeks Chair Cole asked for a motion to approve the downtown bench public art project as an opportunity for ten to twenty artists for twenty benches on 58th Ave between Glenn Drive and Glendale with a total budget of up to $26,000. Motioned by Commissioner Mark Fast, seconded by Commissioner Nicole Riley AYE: Chair Thomas Cole Vice Chair Bernadette Bolognini Commissioner Joni Dinges Commissioner Mark Fast Commissioner Helen Fokszanskyj-Conti Commissioner Cooki Peverini Commissioner Nicole Riley Passed d. Information: IN FLUX Temporary Public Art Project Update Ms. Weldon gave an update on the IN FLUX Temporary Public Art Project, which included the following information: . Background and Growth o Scottsdale Public Art in 2010 launched IN FLUX as an initiative for temporary installations in vacant storefronts in response to the economic downturn of 2008. o The initiative expanded and Tempe partnered with Scottsdale for Cycle 2. o Now it is a strategic partnership of six organizations in Chandler, Gilbert, Peoria, Phoenix, Scottsdale, and Tempe and the emphasis has focused on emerging artists to give them experience in the public art field and connection of the Valley of the Sun as a holistic community. . Cycle 3: Westgate — Two Installations o Shimmy, Shimmy Shake — Melissa Martinez o Most Valuable Player — Christopher Jagmin . Cycle 4: Two Locations o Westgate: Light and Shadows — Jamie Blue o Foothills Recreation and Aquatic Center: A Lot Going On — Shari Keith . Cycle 5: Westgate: Weather Report — Mary Neubauer . Cycle 6: Westgate: A Veiled Aesthetic — Troy Moody . Cycle 8: City Hall Lobby: Blooming — Mary Shindell . Cycle 9: RFQ is Now Open o Call to Artists/RFQ launched on August 18th. o Artist Mixer for project at Fate in Scottsdale on August 27th o Deadline for applications: September 20th o Selection Panel Meeting between September 24th and October 14th. Panel to rank 5 recommended artists oArtist Finalization per City: October 15th o Artist Approval: October Arts Commission Meeting o Design Approval: January/February 2020 o Installation: end of March o IN FLUX Kick Off Event: April . Artist Mixer o Meet with IN FLUX Project Mangers in person at a happy hour pre -submittal sessions. Questions answered one-on-one. o Mixed Media Happy Hour: Tuesday, August 27, 2019 15:30 — 7:30 p.m. o Fate Brewing Company . Cycle 9: Participation o Probable Location: the lobby of City Hall, 5850 W Glendale Ave. o To the left of the security/information desk is a floor to ceiling space. The desire is that the artwork utilize the space verticality. The space is adjacent to windows, thus the selected artwork can be seen from the outside as well as greet visitors and City staff and government officials. . Glendale's Selection Panelists o Two Art Commissioners o Citizen/Arts Professional: Will ask MB Finnerty, Valley Metro Project Manager, Glendale Resident o City Hall Representatives: Jenna Goad and/or Lori German Ms. Weldon asked for two volunteers to sit on the Selection Panel. Commissioners Peverini and Riley volunteered. More information will follow.emporary Public Art Project, a Valley -wide initiative. 6. STAFF UPDATES The following updates were provided: . The Heroes Regional Park Library art project is being considered for an AZ Forward Environmental Award. Winners will be announced on September 21st. . The Airport has made a pilot lounge in the terminal lobby and the dividers in the lounge block the view of Ed Mell's Estrella Mountains, a 6 -foot by 11 -foot painting. The painting needs to be moved and staff is looking for a good location. Any suggestions are welcome. . Ms. Weldon and Ms. Vahabzadeh attended the Arizona Arts Administrators Meeting, which was a great opportunity for networking and learning. . Ms. Vahabzadeh announced that the Government Services Committee has issued new directives regarding goal setting and Chair and Vice Chair recommendations for the new year, which will be discussed at the next meeting. 7. COMMISSION COMMENTS There were no comments. 8. NEXT MEETING The next regular meeting of the Glendale Arts Commission will be held on September 26, 2019 at 6:00 p.m., in the second floor boardroom of the Glendale Public Library, 5959 W. Brown St., Glendale, Arizona, 85302. 9. ADJOURNMENT Chair Cole asked for a motion to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Motioned by Vice Chair Bernadette Bolognini, seconded by Commissioner Cooki Peverini AYE: Chair Thomas Cole Vice Chair Bernadette Bolognini Commissioner Joni Dinges Commissioner Mark Fast Commissioner Helen Fokszanskyj-Conti Commissioner Cooki Peverini Commissioner Nicole Riley Passed The Arts Commission meeting minutes of August 22, 2019 were submitted and approved this 24th day of October, 2019. Mojgan Vahabzadeh Arts & Culture Program Manager