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CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
MINUTES
March 13, 2003
I. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
in the Study Session Room of the La Guinta Civic Center. Chairperson Else Loudon
presided over the meeting. Commissioner Brodsky led the Pledge of Allegiance.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Commissioner Sheldon Brodsky
Commissioner Nicolas Hemes
Commissioner Else Loudon
Commissioner Elaine Reynolds
Commissioner Linda Young
STAFF PRESENT:
Dodie Horvitz, Community Services Director
Hally Savio, Community Services Secretary
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Rob Atkins
II. PUBLIC COMMENT
NONE
III . CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of Minutes of February 13, 2003
B. Financial Report for February, 2003
C. Monthly Department Report for January, 2002
It was moved by Commissioners Reynolds/Brodsky to approve the Consent
Calendar as submitted. Unanimous.
V. PUBLIC HEARING - NONE
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VI. BUSINESS ITEMS
A. La Guinta Park Playground Equipment Artwork
Commissioners viewed 1 6 student artworks from the competition conducted by
La Guinta Arts Foundation which were chosen by the Community Services
Commission to customize playground equipment at La Guinta Park.
It was moved by Commissioners Hemes/Reynolds to substitute #18 for #16,
and to approve all other artworks chosen by the Community Services
Commission.
B. La Guinta Court Art Feature Modification
Per City Council request, Cultural Arts Commissioners discussed modification
recommendations for the La Guinta Court Art Feature located in front of LG's
Restaurant. Commissioner Young discussed needed improvements such as
landscaping to include trees and more colorful plants. Commissioner Brodsky
suggested better lighting. Commissioner Hemes recommended an on-site
meeting to discuss necessary modifications. Staff recommended using a
landscape architect to modify the site and provide a new landscape and lighting
plan.
It was moved by Commissioners Reynolds/Brodsky to invite a landscape
architect to come to a Commission meeting to give ideas for improvement of
the La Guinta Court Art Feature.
C. Civic Center Campus Clock Project
Commissioner Young gave an update on her recent research with the Verdin
Clock Company regarding a clock tower for the Civic Center. She reported that
the cost for the preferred style of clock could be as much as $75,000, with all
pre-wiring and installation work at additional cost. She suggested that perhaps
the City could have a local artisan create the clock tower, then buy the clock
and mechanism from the Verdin Company. Discussion followed with Mr.
Atkins regarding clock costs and possible locations on the Civic Center
Campus. Commissioner Young requested an additional six months time to
complete her research with local artists.
It was moved by Commissioners Brodsky/Reynolds to give Commissioner Young
as much time as necessary to complete her research concerning the clock.
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D. Spring Performing Arts Event
Director Horvitz updated the Commission concerning Pyro Spectacular,
proposed contractor for fireworks at the April 25th event. The City Attorney is
requesting changes to the provisions regarding insurance before the contract is
executed. The Director will keep the Commission informed on this matter.
Chairman Loudon suggested display opportunities for artists and a "Taste of
LaGuinta" type of food sampling for attendees. Staff reminded that all La
Guinta artists would have to be invited, and suggested sending press releases
to the Desert Sun, La Guinta Arts Foundation and the La Guinta Art
Association. Commissioner Hemes suggested the Commission preview the art
for display at the next Commission meeting on April 10th.
It was moved by Commissioners Young/Reynolds to keep the style for the art
display at the Spring Performing Arts Event open, and to review and choose art
pieces at the next Commission meeting on April 10th.
Commissioner Hemes volunteered to coordinate the "Taste of La Guinta" by
local restaurants. He requested a 2' x 8' banner for display on the gazebo.
Staff will inform the City Council of the Commission's plans for the event.
It was moved by Commissioners Brodsky/Young that Commissioner Hemes
pursue arrangements with local restaurants to provide food for the Spring
Performing Arts Event.
Chairman Loudon announced that she has lined up the La Guinta Middle School
Marching Band to play from 5:00-6:00 PM, and a Youth Mariachi Band from
6:00-7:00 PM.
It was moved by Commissioners Hemes/Young to finalize arrangements with
the bands to play during times requested at the Spring Performing Arts Event.
Chairman Loudon presented a time schedule for the evening as follows:
5:00-6:00 PM - LG Middle School Band - 6:00-7:00 PM - Mariachi Band
5:00-7:00PM - Artists' Exhibition, "Taste of La Guinta"
7:00 PM - Introduction of Mayor and City Council
7: 1 0 PM - Side Street Strutters
9: 10 PM - Fireworks
It was moved by Commissioners Young/Hemes to approve the proposed time
schedule for the Spring Performing Arts Event.
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In answer to an inquiry from Commissioner Reynolds concerning parking, staff
informed that shuttle service will be provided from the city parking lot
downtown.
E. Community Picnic Booth
Cultural Arts Commissioners discussed offering an interactive booth at the
Community Picnic and Birthday Bash on April 26, 2003 from 9:00 AM to 1 :30
PM. Commissioner Brodsky recommended including "Suggestion" cards for the
public to fill out. Commissioner Young suggesting using a mime or perhaps a
ballerina to pass out the cards and give out treats. Further details will be
discussed at the Commission's April 10th meeting.
It was moved by Commissioners Hemes/Young to have Commissioners man the
Community Picnic Booth from 9:00 AM to 1 :30 PM, to offer a suggestion box
for cultural arts in La Guinta, and to have Chairman Loudon contact local
schools to obtain performers to give out lollipops.
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND WRITTEN MATERIALS
A. General Guidelines for Commission, Board or Committee Members
Copies of the City's Guidelines for Commission, Board and Committee Members
were provided to Commissioners.
B. Request For Proposals For Interactive Water Feature
Staff apprised Commissioners that the Request for Proposals has been issued
for the Interactive Water Feature at La Guinta Park. Proposals received will be
reviewed at the next Commission meeting on April 10th.
C. Desert Dolman Art Feature
Staff informed Commissi,aners that the Desert Dolman artpiece at Washington
Street and Lake La Guinta Drive is currently being redesigned by the artist to
meet structural requirements. The modified piece will be brought back to the
Commission for consideration at a future meeting.
VII. COMMISSIONER ITEMS
Commissioner Reynolds confirmed with staff that the Bus Stop Artwork is
now in place and requested a list of the artworks on display.
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Commissioner Hemes announced that at the Historical Preservation
Committee meeting in February he participated in discussion regarding
combining efforts to produce a map of La Guinta which will include locations
of art pieces throughout the community.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioners Reynolds/Hemes to adjourn the Cultural Arts
Commission meeting. Unanimous. Meeting adjourned at 9:05 PM.
NEXT MEETING INFORMATION
April 10, 2003 7:00 PM
La Guinta Civic Center Study Session Room
Agenda items for next meeting:
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