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Minutes 08-10-23 Minutes of the Art Advisory Board Meeting Held on Monday, August 10, 2023, at 6:30 P.M. At City Hall Commission Chambers 100 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, Florida Present: Clovis Moodie Glenn Weiss, Public Art Manager Gregory Hartmann Stacey Irsay, Public Art Coordinator Dr. Phyllis Pacilli Sophia Burnston, Public Art Intern Sam Velazquez Amelia Jadoo, Interim Assistant City Attorney Cynthia Alexis, (Present Via Zoom) Ace Ratcliff I. Call to Order Chair Moodie called the meeting to Order at 6:30 P.M. Chair Moodie read rules of civility and decorum, which outlined that Public Comments must be addressed to the Board as a whole. She reiterated that personal attacks, rudeness, or lack of respect is prohibited; there will be no yelling, stamping of feet, and that any other similar demonstrations are prohibited. a. Roll Call Attendance was taken. A quorum was present. b. Excused Absence Requests None c. Appointment of alternate(s) for absent member(s) None d. Agenda Approval or Amendments Motion Mr. Hartmann moved to approve the Agenda. Dr. Pacilli seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. e. Review of Voting Process. Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 Mr. Weiss explained the process to remove an item from the Table as noted below:.. i. Removing Items from the Table ii. Prior to Discussion, a motion should be moved and seconded iii. Voting by Zoom or telephone He explained there is voting by Zoom. iv. Public comments includes letters Motion Dr. Pacilli moved to remove the Harmony Item from the table. Mr„ Hartmann seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. II. Approval of Minutes (Postponed until Sept Mtg.) Motion: June 29, 2023 meeting minutes are approved as written or amended. (Ex. A) This item was continued to the next meeting. III. Informational Items from the Board Mr. Hartmann shared that he went to Delray Beach twice this month and that it had a neat exhibit at the Old School Square Park done on pieces of 4 x 8 plywood. He also commented that they had some kinetic art there, which was good. Dr. Pacilli said that she went to the pawn shop twice and the art is fantastic. She said that as a Board Member, they are appointed to represent the public, their own views and the views of others. She said as to the Harmony Piece, she went to both Barrier Free and Caloosa Park, asking residents to look at the picture and asked if they would like it in front of WXEL. She did not survey anyone who was not a resident and she asked 147 people to get the public's opinion about the art. She stated that her survey unofficially reflected 41 had a positive response of some sort, and that 106 had negative responses. She emphasized that they were all strangers. She said that she has a report, and commented that she felt that as an appointed member, it is their due diligence to ensure that the people they represent are represented. Mr. Velazquez commented that he was in Boston and New York for the month of July, and that he went to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. He said that there were many, many exhibits and countries represented. IV. Public Comments 3 minutes per speaker. In-person speakers, then followed by Zoom speakers. Chair Moodie opened the floor to public comments and explained that the Board will listen, but will not have a question and answer session. 2 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 The following individuals spoke in support of the artwork by Artist Patti Warishina and letters received in support are attached to the minutes: Jeneissy Azcuy, Senior Vice President of Marketing, Communications, and Education Outreach for South Florida PBS, stated that the piece represents PBS's core values of innovation, creativity, diversity, inclusion and resilience. Tony Newbold, longtime resident of Boynton Beach, commented that the piece highlights the positive influence of music and it embodies the spirit and inclusivity that South Florida PBS is known for. Dana Hearst, Palm Beach County Resident, said that the piece represents Palm Beach County's rich Asian History. Kim Taylor, Artist and Teacher, Delray Beach, said that many renown artists had their works considered controversial, political, abhorrent and even subversive, but the piece can stand the test of time. Anna Cardenas, South Florida PBS employee, said that art in different mediums and styles unifies communities. Victoria Gallo, Lake Worth resident and PBS employee, stated that the piece was perfect for the WXEL site. Sara Wong, Delray Beach resident and teacher, commented that the piece is representative of the City's Asian community; diversity does matter and it is important to bring other artists into the community so the community can be inspired and seek the differentiating factors that sets them apart. She said that it could be an amazing installation. Penny Bernath, Education Director with South Florida PBS, stated that the piece fosters curiosity and children found it curious. Joyce Belloise, Senior Vice President Content and Station Manager with South Florida PBS, said that when she started out with the company she was passionate about telling the diverse stories for this region. She read a statement from Carla Stansifer, Art Curator, Morikami Museum, who said that she supported the piece for the location. Joclyn Cheml, Artist and Teacher from Delray Beach, commented that the piece promotes imagination and fantasy, which is paramount in child development. Derek Calhoun said that it was remarkable to him how munch sexuality others are finding in the art, He stated that one's aesthetic and preference for the art is not a strong element to consider in their decision making, as part of the constrains put on the Board are in place to prevent the Board from censoring the art. 3 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 The following individuals spoke in opposition to the artwork by Artist Patti Warishina, and letters received in opposition are attached to the minutes: Cindy Falco-DiCorrado, City resident, said that they do not want diversity, but do want unity, and that the piece is Satanic and political. Angela Cruz, City Commissioner, announced that it goes against the will of her constituents and the Board should help local artists. She requested more feedback be received before spending public dollars. Ruth Fieldbeck said that a kneeling statue was inappropriate and that the piece could invoke strong negative reactions that could cause controversy and citizens to be hurt. Sghe stated that the piece did not exude inclusion as the piece looks like a person of heritage and the piece could be very offensive. Jackie Dobbans, long-time resident; said that the piece was disturbing, demonic, intimidating, and scary, and all of the artist's works are Satanic. She mentioned that everything on Ocean Avenue was Satanic, and she said that the community does not want the art. Debbie Macchia, Boynton Beach resident, said that the statue is ugly and weird, scary and not unifying, and that the piece should have been made by a local artist. She supported installing art that everyone would be happy about. Debra Tarca, Boynton Beach resident and artist, stated that the statue does not contain any elements of what the City represents and should be in a museum. Don Hoffman, Boynton Beach resident, indicated that he thought the piece should be inside a building. He noted that those in support of the artwork are PBS employees. Donald Tarca, Boynton Beach resident, said that the piece is very sexual, not appropriate, disturbing and scary for children. Rob Kotelerico, friend of a Boynton Beach resident, commented that the statue is hideous and the work should be from a local artist. Hope Muglet, teacher, said that her 8th grade students are struggling, the piece is shapeless, destructive, upsetting and is similar to item 22 of a 1958 communist agenda that she read. "Joseph", long-time Boynton Beach resident, commented that communism is an alien way of thinking and it is the source of this kind of garbage. He said that the Art Board is trying to bring the community down and that Harmony is a communist propaganda term and the Art Advisory Board Members are propagandists. He said the Board disgusts him with all the garbage posted around. 4 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 Eric Pardy, Delray Beach resident, expressed that the art is politically motivated and not representative of a coastal fishing town. He said that diversity, equity and inclusion is causing division and this is supposed to be the United States of America. Janet Thompson, Artist, conveyed that the statue is a non-binary and very sexually enticing, satanic piece that will impoverish the City and be detrimental to how people behave in the City. Thomas Turkin, Boynton Beach Vice Mayor, said that the piece is not art that belongs in Boynton Beach and it should be sent back. No one else coming forward, Public Comments was closed. V. Announcements/Reports/Presentations A. Exhibitions (Ex B) a. Parks & Recreation Month and Boynton Mailboxes. July & August Closing Parks & Rec event on August 17, 5-6 PM Dr. Pacilli stated that she attended the Boynton Mailbox and that it was fantastic. Mx. Ratcliff encouraged the audience to see what the Art Board does and stated that the Board would love to see the public at these exhibits, as it is good for the community to be involved more often, rather than in just one moment. b. Prints curated by Joseph Velasquez. Opens September 15, 5:30-7:00 PM B. Grants / Fundraising a. City Awarded Mellon Foundation Grant of $100,000 for Heart of Boynton Unity Project Mr. Weiss announced that this grant was received. b. Florida Grant FY24. Applied for FY25 for Kinetic Biennial Mr. Weiss announced that the City Commission was very pleased to receive the grant and it will be announced at the next meeting. C. Opportunities a. Traffic Cabinet Wraps from Artist Roster 2023-2026. (see new business) Chair Moodie stated that this item will be addressed under New Business. Dr. Pacillii asked that if local artists could apply for the Cabinet Wrap Project. 5 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 Mr. Weiss stated that this would be discussed later in the meeting. D. AiPP and Private Development. a. Development Page Update (Ex Cl) b. Review of Criteria for Approval of Private Development Artwork(Ex C2) Mr. Weiss said that in the last two years, they have not conducted a real briefing of the Board's roles and responsibilities and the guidelines of the approval process He said that the Board's job is to review the art for compliance with the AIPP Guidelines. He said that an owner can put art on their property without the Board's review, so the issue is does the art comply with the AiPP Program. Mr. Weiss reviewed that the Ordinance contains a definition of a work of art and a professional artist. He said that the Board's duties are to exercise its authority to approve, approve with conditions, or deny installations based on the AiPP Guidelines. The members can vote how they want. Mr. Weiss advised that the Art Ordinance stipulates that there will be guidelines for the Board to review the work, which he reviewed. He said that the current Guidelines and Ordinance they have were written by the Arts Commission and have not been amended since 2005. He mentioned that the Art Advisory Board did update these Guidelines for the private sector last year, and the Art Advisory Board recommended them to the City Commission, but they are still waiting to be reviewed. He commented that the guidelines in effect are the ones from 2005, that are contained on page 11, Exhibit C2 of the meeting material. (Dr. Pacilli left the dais at 7:43 P.M.) Mr. Weiss reviewed the criteria for selecting artists, as contained on page 10 and 11, and said that in addition to the criterion in the Ordinance, these add to other criterion related to the artist themselves should be utilized, which he explained. (Dr. Pacilli returned to the dais at 7:46 P.M.) Mr. Hartmann noted that they have the framework for an artist. He expressed that this is one part of how they select the art, but they also have the 2005 Guidelines, Mission Statement and Program Overview, which is Exhibit C2, which he read. Interim Assistant City Attorney Jadoo explained that this is the criteria and if the Board feels that the piece does not meet the criteria, they can vote not to accept the piece, but the focus is the criteria listed, which should support everything else. Mr. Velazquez stated that he understood that the criteria is a guide for accepting or declining work. He commented on the Program Overview, but said that when trying to 6 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 isolate City images and create a positive image and identity, that is where one can get into a belief system and a political agenda. He requested confirmation that they must conduct due diligence using the criteria. Interim Assistant City Attorney Jadoo responded that they do. Mr. Hartmann stated that page 12, was the nuts and bolts that they are reviewing, but thought that pages 12, 13, 14, were excluded from their thought processes, and that they would better shape their decision-making processes as contained on pages 41 and 42. He said that he thought he should be guided by those other purviews. He said that he wanted to ensure the Board Members have the discretion to approve, deny or approve with conditions, and it would be more right by following pages 12 and 13, than the page before. Chair Moodie said that she wanted to review items 1-6 and 1-9 on page 11, Exhibit C2, as they are more objective for her. She commented that when she looks into art enhancing the City's image, there are different interpretations of how to enhance and that she respects everyones opinion. She noted that the Board is diverse and stated that what one sees as beauty, others may not, and vis-a-versa. She said that she places more weight on page 11, which is more objective in scope. Mx. Ratcliff agreed stating that they have a clear list for the artist and artwork that does not give rise to their objective opinions on the art. Interim Assistant City Attorney Jadoo commented that the Ordinance says the Board has the authority to approve, disapprove or approve with conditions, as it meets the guidelines, and the criteria in the guidelines are listed. She stated that how the Board reaches their determination of the guideline is up to the Board, as there is no directive there, but the guidelines provide very clear criteria that the Board needs to go through when making their decision. Mr. Velazquez inquired if the art is on private property. Mr. Weiss responded that it was on private property, owned by WXEL. Chair Moodie requested that Mr. Weiss explain what direction was given to them in making their decision to select this piece. Mr. Weiss explained that she would have to ask WXEL. Dr. Pacilli commented that page 11, criteria, item 7, says that there are things that could clarify it with other items in the AIPP on pages 12,13, and 14. Mr. Hartmann noted that the Board has directed other artists to make changes and that the artist appeared and made changes. 7 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 Mx. Ratcliff pointed out that the Board asked for objective changes and that the Board was not fundamentally changing the artwork. They expressed that if there are objective comments to offer they could, but none of the comments they heard were objective. E. City Commission Actions and Discussion a. Advisory Board and Art in Public Places Ordinance Changes. Readings on August 15 & Sept 5 Mr. Weiss reminded the Board that there would be some changes and the City Commission is recommending that at least four members of the Art Advisory Board be artists, designers, curators and art aficionados. He noted that the current makeup of the Board meets that criteria. (Mr. Hartmann left the dais at 8:07 P.M.) Mr. Weiss further reviewed the changes to the AiPP Ordinance, which the Board had previously discussed. He commented that he added a new paragraph that explains what happens when a new owner buys property that has existing art that the owner does not like. He explained that the new owner can install a new artwork on the property, equal to the value or the art, or give the funds to the City to be used to place art elsewhere in the City. (Mr. Hartmann returned to the dais at 8:09 P.M.) b. FY23-24 Budget Mr. Weiss reported that the City Commission accepted the budget and there were no changes. F. September Meeting Date a. Wednesday, Sept 6 or Monday, Sept 11, 2023 Mr. Weiss advised that the meeting was moved to accommodate a City Commission meeting. Motion Mr. Hartmann moved to hold the meeting on September 11, 2023, at 6:30 P.M. Dr. Paciilli seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. VI. Action Items A. Motion: The artwork proposal titled "Harmony" by Patti Warashina at South Florida PBS /WXEL, 3401 S. Congress Avenue, is approved to satisfy the Art in Public Places requirement for the Cornelia T Bailey Cultural Arts Center addition. (Ex D) 8 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 Note: Requires action for removal from the Table. Note: Artwork location was approved by the Board on July 14, 2022 Delores Fernandez Alonso, President and CEO of WXEL, said that of all the audiences they serve, they focus on kids programming to give youth the best chance possible. She reviewed a slide presentation, as contained in the meeting materials. She stated that the piece, Harmony, meets all the criteria. She stated they are the only station producing local content and a short video presentation showing how children interacted with the sculpture was given. Dena Rigby, Art Appraiser, spoke about the artist, and stated that the artist works have been acquired for museum collections and it means her artwork was vetted for acquisitions by public institutions, internationally. She shared standards for describing cultural property, which utilizes the Getty Object Identification System. She said that the female figure clothed in abstract musical scores is conducting an imaginary orchestra while balanced on the planet earth. She stated that the sculpture meets the criteria, which she reviewed. Dave Lawrence, President and CEO of the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County, via video, voiced his support of the piece. Mr. Weiss stated that he included a complete staff report in the meeting materials. Motion Mx. Ratcliff moved that the artwork proposal titled "Harmony" by Patti Warashina at South Florida PBS /WXEL, 3401 S. Congress Avenue, is approved to satisfy the Art in Public Places requirement for the Cornelia T Bailey Cultural Arts Center addition be approved. Mr. Velazquez seconded the motion. Dr. Pacilli thanked WXEL for attending and for their presentation. She noted that this item was on the table in June and asked why was it being presented at this meeting. Ms. Rigby responded that she did not know. She said that they supplied the City with all the required materials and the packet Mr. Weiss gave them. She stated that they were told that was all that was needed. Mr. Weiss explained that the item was on the agenda for the June meeting, but he was on vacation and the meeting was cancelled, so they then had a special meeting on June 29tH Mr. Weiss stated that he told WXEL that they did not need to attend. Mx. Ratcliff said that they thought it may be an interesting inclusion to have in-person interviews when reviewing artwork. Chair Moodie thought they can include this in future selections. 9 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 Mr. Hartmann asked if the piece was part of a series. Ms. Rigby responded that it was not, and that it was unique for South Florida PBS. Mr. Hartmann commented that the piece was chosen in 2022, but WXEL only recently came before the Board. He said that it seems like the Board Members were left out of the art approval process. Ms. Rigby stated that they were told there were three requirements that had to be fulfilled. She said that she was advised that a private owner chooses the artwork, which included national and Florida-based artist searches, but their first choice, by a Florida artist, had extensive maintenance issues. She stated that they had to satisfy placement, quality, that the piece not look like a logo, and that it would come before the Board. Dr. Pacilli asked what the life expectancy of the statue was. Ms. Rigby responded that the artist is required to have a 10-year maintenance report, which was in the proposal sent, and that they asked the artist for the cost of maintenance over the long term. Mr. Hartmann thanked all who attended and the artist. He read the PBS Mission Statement as it pertained to acquiring art and said that he, personally, feels that the piece does not live up to the Mission Statement and that it was not appropriate for children or the community. He said that he felt like the Art Advisory Board was not approached and that he did not want developers to install art that was distasteful and that the Board could do nothing about. He said that the project is a no go and that he will vote no. Mr. Hartmann said that the decision was made in December and asked how does the Art Board fit in with this selection. Mr. Weiss explained that private developers do not have requirements for a selection system as they had their own system. He said that he did not know they made a decision in December as they came to him in May and he tried to move as quickly as possible and he did request they come forward to make a presentation. He explained that in most cases, he advises that they come forward with the artist first and then the artwork. Mx. Ratcliff stated that PBS has followed every step in the process and that it is not their job to run the artist by the Board, it is their job to show up to say this is where we want to place the art, which they have done, and then when they have selected the artist using the process they have used for years, the Board then approves the art, which is what they are doing. She commented that there is no authority or power being usurped, rather what was occurring was a huge overreach of the authority of the Art Board. They reiterated PBS did all they were,asked to do and that the Board Members are not petty tyrants, that run the art and the art that is in the City. They reiterated that PBS is a private developer doing what they are supposed to have done. They further pointed out that one thing that happens frequently in art, is they encounter someone who speaks over someone who is 10 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 part of a marginalized community. They stated that they is disabled, a disability activist, and a wheelchair user and that they found the idea that Mr. Hartmann would speak for her and her community, about earlier comments he made pertaining to Barrier Free Park, was absolutely distasteful. They suggested that he should be careful about who he speaks for and who he speaks about when speaking about art and who is represented in the City. Chair Moodie explained that the members need to look at the developers options, which are to place their own art on site following the guidelines provided, or they can transfer the required funds to the City for them to handle art in the City, as contained on page 12 of the meeting materials. Dr. Pacilli spoke about page 11 and repeated that the survey she conducted reflected 147 people as a point of due diligence. She elaborated that she went to Barrier Free Park and Caloosa Park and spoke to residents there. She told survey participants that it was a 12-foot statue that was proposed to installed in front of WXEL. She read comments received from her survey about the statue, indicating that: it does not belong in Boynton Beach, as it does not represent the community; that if installed, residents would go to the City Commission and ask for it to be removed; some liked it; some didn't care; that the art was nice and curious, but it belongs somewhere else; the City is a family, tropical community, and that it does not represent it. She said that she used US Census data, which indicated that as of July 1, 2022, the Asian community in the City was 2.7%, which she said was a very small amount. She mentioned that some of the individuals surveyed were Asian and that they did not like it. She further offered that she was told that the art projects should be consistent and embrace the City's vision and promote culture. She stated that this piece met some criteria, but that overall, it did not. She noted that it was clearly voiced that the piece was not wanted. She thought if the artist would come back with something else, she would consider it, but she cannot support this piece. Mr. Velazquez asked Dr. Pacilli if she conducted due diligence on every project that was approved. He noted that they keep saying that the City is a multi-ethnic/multi-cultural City, not based on percentages. He said that his impression of the prior comments was that because the artist represented a very small part of the community, the art was being discounted. He offered that when he saw the Statue, it brought back beautiful memories of his youth, which he shared. Dr. Pacilli responded that she has done due diligence on every piece that has come before the Board. Mx. Ratcliff commented that an unofficial survey, conducted by a person who is biased against the art, that represents a tiny percentage of the population, by someone who already decided and made it clear that she will vote against the statue, does not have anything to do with their decision as a Board. They noted that if there were people who 11 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 wanted to show up and have the conversation, the room is always open, but she objected to the statement that because the Asian population in the City is a small percentage, that they do not deserve representation or to be part of diversity. They pointed out that they are not the only one who read that into the statement. Mr. Hartmann commented that the public and two Commissioners came to voice their displeasure, that the piece is not for families and the Board was not given the information earlier so the public could not attend. Vote The motion passed 3 — 2, (Dr. Pacilli and Mr. Hartmann dissenting. Ms. Alexis abstaining). VII. Old Business Solid Waste Truck Drivers Project Review, Discussions and Recommendation regarding "Kings of the Streets" proposal for artwork by Gary Moore (Ex E) Mr. Weiss stated that this project was delayed and Mr. Moore is present. He explained that this is not a request for approval, rather it is for feedback. He said that Mr. Moore met with numerous drivers and spoke to them about the project, and all indications are they are in support of this idea. He mentioned that the Public Works Director and Deputy City Manager think things can be technically worked out. Gary Moore from Solid Waste stated that he was not prepared to make a presentation, but he reviewed each page of the proposal and said that the mission was to give Solid Waste Drivers visibility and community. He commented that the drivers do their work each day, but are unrecognized and that this endeavor would uplift them and show them not be a faceless community. He reviewed the Kings of the Street project and said that what is currently popular in pop-culture is the wearing of crowns, which is a cultural moment recognizing unrecognized and underserved groups. He reviewed a PowerPoint presentation and explained that the Crown is supposed to be affixed to the vehicle that is a portable, movable, kinetic art piece and it creates an art piece that moves throughout the City daily. (Dr. Pacilli left the meeting at 9:37 P.M.) Mr. Moore explained that the Commission has two parts: first to create visibility for the vehicle driver; and second, to interview every driver. He commented that he can create a half hour video about the initiative. He added that the crowns are meant to have color. Motion 12 Meeting Minutes Art Advisory Board Boynton Beach, Florida August 10, 2023 Mr. Hartmann moved to continue the remainder of the agenda to next month. Mx. Ratcliff seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. VIII. New Business Traffic Cabinet Wraps: Locations and use of Artist Roster 2023-2026 for artists. (Ex F) Artist Selection Committee for Heart of Boynton Unity Project: (Ex. G) IX. Future Agenda Items Discussion of Public Art Master Plan Discussion of Boynton Beach Brand Discussion of Art in Public Places Guidelines for City-Owned Public Artworks X. Adjournment There being no further business to discuss, Chair Moodie adjourned the meeting at 9:47 P.M. Catherine Cherry Minutes Specialist 13 From: Cindy Falco To: Weiss.Glenn; Burnston.Sophia No Address Provided.Person with Name at-- Subject: Sculptor by Patti Warshina 316 NW lst Avenue Date: Tuesday,August 8,2023 11:28:57 AM Boynton Beach,FL -33435 Dear Mr. Weiss and Burnston, I am writing to you in regards to the Statute by Patti Warshina WHO IS NOT AN ARTIST! This is NOT ART! Did you do your due diligence to see what she calls art? Have you done your research? This art would not be able to be shown on TV but this is being paid for by WXWL or local PBS Station. How can PBS Support this Artist? and furthermore why would "We The People" of Boynton Beach want this hideious satire/mockery of"We the People" put on display. It is an INSULT. Boynton Beach is a Coastal Beach, Fishing , Family orientated Community, It would better serve the Community at reflecting such works of Art to Reflect the Heartbeat of the City of Boynton Beach, instead of putting these disgusting, broken pieces unattractive ad uncreative messes on dislplay in which you call Art and which promotes NATE!! These items you call art are hateful and Political they are NOT ART. (the LBGQTAI Flag advancing Hate with an arrow, It is totally offensive to every God Loving American and to We as a People. It promotes HATE ! Hatred towards Heterosexuals and attacks on the family Unit and "We the People" have personally been at the abuses of several people in the LBGQT community. This is creating harm. Also the BLM Fists that you call ART is prejudicial and It promotes HATE. All Lives matter!!!!!! These MIDST be REMOVED IMMEDIATLY and STOP selling it to us as Art when it is Hate and it is politicallly motivated. IT IS NOT ART! The 666 cement monstrocity at SeaCrest and East Ocean is another diabolical statement/sign over Boynton Beach and needs to be removed Immediatly as it is the Mark of the Beast, Diabolical . This is NOT Art!! these are political and diabolical statements!!! So STOP insulting our intellegence. I would like this read in the minutes at Thursdays Meeting. Thanking you inadvance, Sincerely, Rev. Cindy Falco From: John Millsnaugh No Address Provided.Person with Name at-- To: Weiss.Glenn; Burnston.Sophia 717 NE 12th Terrace Boynton Beach, FL 33435 Subject: Public Comment for August 10th meeting-Please read into record. Date: Tuesday,August 8,2023 2:03:49 PM Dear Sies. As a resident and tax payer of Boynton Beach since 1998, please do not allow this 'art' to be approved. I would suggest art that reinforces our ties to sport fishing. Please read during public comments. Thanks and have a nice day! From: Deborah Balta To: Weiss.Glenn No Address Provided.Person with Name at-- Subject: Patti Warashina Statue/Congress Ave 11610 Briarwood Crcl,Boynton Beach,FL 33437 Date: Tuesday,August 8,2023 5:34:19 PM Unincorporated Palm Beach County Good Day, While art is the eye of the beholder it also is open to interpretation and is cultural. The culture of Boynton Beach is a seaside community that is vibrant and is family friendly. It embraces the colors of nature,the sandy beaches and never ending sunshine. The sculpture that is up for approval for the Boynton Beach Art Board does not contain any elements of what Boynton Beach represents. At first look,it is not only shocking,but is powerful in its message of asexuality. Art can have a very powerful message and influential narrative to proj.ect an overreaching paradigm. Boynton Beach is representative of old Florida meets new. Keeping with the colors and the local flavor separates us from our neighboring towns.Fishing,beaches,family,Native Americans,our Settlers,to name a few. We are a unique community with a rich past and a bright future. I implore you to not consider the sculpture from Patti Warashina to be representative of our City. Sincerely, Deborah Tarca Sent from my iPhone From: clifton bell No Address Provided. Person with Name at-- To: Weiss.Glenn; Burnston.Sophia 2640 SW 7th St, Boynton Beach, FL Subject: Boynton Beach Art Work Date: Tuesday,August 8,2023 2:32:39 PM Please do us a favor and spend our money on local artists doing works on local Florida culture..please! We don't need there to become here..enough already. Thankyou Clifton J Bell "C.J." Cliftonjbell@bellsouth.net ph: 561-774-5080 No Address Provided. Person with name at From: Seth stem To: 9746 Nickels Blvd Boynton Beach, FL 33436 Weiss.Glenn Subject: Aug 10th Public Comment Date: Wednesday,August 9, 2023 11:29:32 AM To Boynton Beach Community Leaders, What do you think of when you think of Boynton Beach? Or better yet, what message do we want to send to our visitors? I am not one to argue politics, it is not my place nor my job. I am not looking at this artist or statue for her political views. Rather, I ask what does this statue mean to Boynton Beach and it's community? If we are going to decorate our city, let's do it in a way that brings the community together. We have an opportunity to display something that can really show what our city is all about, the love, the passion Boynton Beach has. Quite frankly, it is offensive that we would consider an artist that has such strong political interests. Why divide a community? Why bring in a controversial artist? We have plenty of artists, especially locally without such controversy that could design a uniting art piece, in place of this artist that could create a divide......... For those wondering, I am a registered Democrat. Please unite my city, do not leave us open to any type of political attack or worse. From: Anabel Cardenas To: Burnston.Sophia;Weiss.Glenn Subject: South Florida PBS'Cornelia T.Bailey Cultural Arts Center sculpture,"Harmony" Date: Wednesday,August 9, 2023 3:14:22 PM Hello, I am very excited and look forward to South Florida PBS' Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts center and the sculpture that will grace its outdoor garden. "Harmony" will be as important as the cultural arts center itself. "Harmony", seems to represent a dance of elements, creativity and diversity in a whimsical way. I think"Harmony" will be the perfect sculpture for the cultural arts center and I hope the Boynton Beach Advisory Board approves Harmony. Thank you! Anabel Cardenas From: Amanda Lippman To: Weiss.Glenn Subject: art is love!! Date: Wednesday,August 9, 2023 3:43:31 PM To whom it may concern— I am a member of the media as well as a resident of Boynton Beach and there have been so many awesome things being done to help beautify the city. The Harmony piece is one I am looking forward to seeing in the town! I commend South Florida PBS' effort to install public art in their future cultural arts center, particularly a sculpture of the stature of the artist, Patti Warashina, a world-class, museum collected artist. The outdoor garden sculpture, "Harmony" seems to visually represent the beautiful influence of music on one's well-being and creative nature and in my opinion embodies the spirit of inclusivity that South Florida PBS is known for I sincerely hope that the Boynton Beach Advisory Board approves this piece of art. 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It does not display family values and is not something that the residents of Boynton can be proud of. A less controversial piece should be selected. What is that suppose to represent? Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Sincerely A concerned Boynton Beach resident. From: grad Rosenberq To: gurnston.Sophia;Weiss.Glenn Subject: South Florida PBS"Harmony Date: Wednesday,August 9,2023 10:13:16 PM Hoping you are well.Just Got word of some upsetting news regarding some pieces of special art in Boynton beach Not being received well by some. I am a resident in Boynton and feel Strongly about this. Here are My thoughts. Hope they are heard. The Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts Center is a huge undertaking for South Florida PBS and a very worthwhile one as well. It will provide free access to educational and entertaining art and cultural activities for all the people of Boynton Beach and South Palm Beach County. "Harmony", the outdoor garden sculpture, that is being considered by the City of Boynton Beach Art Advisory Board, is ideal for the Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts Center for what it represents: diversity, creativity, innovation and inspiration plus it will provide a powerful impact on the city given her size, prominent location, and highest museum quality design and workmanship. I sincerely hope that the Boynton Beach Advisory Board approves the sculpture, Harmony. Best Brad Rosenberg Brad Rosenberg • From: Dina Martinez-Rubio To: Weiss.Glenn Subject: Cornelia T.Bailey Cultural Arts Center Building"Harmony" Date: Thursday,August 10,2023 4:29:59 PM Attachments: Firma Latin Ouarter WPB Logo-300ox.Dnq South Florida PBS 8-10-2023.odf tri r caner West Palm Beach To: City of Boynton Beach Art Advisory Board The Latin Quarter of WPB is an organization with the Mission of connecting private or governmental organization that provide services that will improve the lives of the residents in our communities. We are honored have and continue to work with South Florida PBS. Their commitment to help and support our local community is remarkable. The Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts Center is a huge undertaking for South Florida PBS and a very worthwhile one as well. It will provide free access to educational and entertaining art and cultural activities for all the people of Boynton Beach and South Palm Beach County. "Harmony",the outdoor garden sculpture,that is being considered by the City of Boynton Beach Art Advisory Board, is perfect for the Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts Center for what it represents: diversity, creativity, innovation and inspiration plus it will provide a powerful impact on the city given her size, prominent location, and highest museum quality design and workmanship. We sincerely hope that the Boynton Beach Advisory Board approves the sculpture, Harmony. Best Regards, Dina Rubio Founder& President of the Latin Quarter West Palm Beach 561-301-6319 dina@latinquarterwpb.org www.latinquarterwpb.org From: Carlos Navarro To: Weiss,Glenn Cc: Burnston,Sophia Subject: Harmony sculpture @ Cornelia T.Bailey Cultural Arts Center Date: Wednesday,August 9,2023 5:54:52 PM To:City of Boyton Beach Arts Advisory Board >Good evening... >As an established artist in South Florida and internationally for over 25 years,I myself have gone through the process of installing large scale art in public places,most notably..."The Rose&The Labyrinth",a sculpture/fountain located in the City of Coral Gables,Florida. >I truly believe that Patti Warashina's sculpture,"Harmony",perfectly captures the essence of what a CULTURAL Arts Center stands for.It is a beautiful,fun to admire work of art that will be admired today,as well as by future generations.What it is not is offensive in ANY way! >I understand that there are certain people that are objecting to its placement at the Cornelia T.Bailey Cultural Arts Center,for reasons that to me are totally incomprehensible...which I see as a sign of ignorance and intolerance. >Throughout the years I have had the opportunity to speak many times in front of people in schools,and different organizations...and one of the most important messages I try to convey... is that there is no good art or bad art, right art or wrong art...there is just...ART...and art is simply and unequivocally... subjective.What one person loves... another person may not...yet that doesn't mean there is anything`wrong'with the piece...one person may admire Picasso,another Norman Rockwell,another Warhol,and another Pollack,etc...and this applies not only to paintings&sculptures...but also to theater,film,music,dance,and every other art form. >Please allow this amazing piece of art to flourish in its new home...it will be loved by most immediately,and in time...even those who may have whatever unfounded issue with it...will come to love it also. >Remember...this is a decision that isn't about those who may have an opinion about it today one way or another...but it's also a legacy to generations to come of where our society and culture is at today. >We need to stop with the banning and canceling of things that we may not like nor understand...and be open to art,concepts,and ideas that expand our minds and consciousness as an enlightened,intelligent,and accepting society. >Sincerely, >Carlos A.Navarro From: Joyce Brown To: Weiss,Glenn Subject: From Joyce Brown at Flamingo Clay Studio in Lake Worth Beach Date: Thursday,August 10,2023 11:42:41 AM Hi Gregg: It's Joyce in Lake Worth Beach at the art gallery. I think the last time you were here was when Noemi held her cat rescue event here - or even when Bill Nelson and his wife dropped by during their campaign. I will probably see you at the AFL-CIO Labor Day Picnic in September, but I don't think this can wait. I know that you agree with me that Culture Builds Communities. I just found out that Boynton Beach has been fortunate enough to have PBS relocate to the community and to donate to it a beautiful and grand Cultural Arts Center into which they plan to install a major piece of sculpture. I heard there was some controversy over a statue, an amazing work of art by Patti Warashino. Although she would never remember me, I was fortunate to take a workshop from her. She is one of the most famous sculptors in her field. What an honor to have one of her works here in the county. We are faced with so much negativity these days- hatred of all forms- and I know that you stand on the side of those of us who work through the arts for peace and social justice. Removing or dis-allowing arts to be located in public places defeats these efforts. We both know where the negativity towards this is coming from. I know you are both strong enough and brave enough to fight back. I just wanted you to know you have not only my support, but that of all of the artists represented by my little arts center, as well. Please support the installation of this work of art in the incredible center. Thanks Gregg Joyce Brown Flamingo Clay Studio 15 SOuth J Street Lake Worth Beach FL 215-205-9441 From: juliehines1975gmail.com To: Weiss,Glenn;Burnston,Sophia Subject: Todays approval for the proposed artwork on Congress Avenue at the WFXL/PBS bldg. Date: Thursday,August 10,2023 1:35:12 PM Good afternoon, I am writing in opposition of the proposed art that is set to go up along Congress Avenue for WFLX/PBS. This statute does not represent the heart or culture of Boynton Beach, Florida. It will be an eye sore to the residents that travel along that road and while it's on the property of the TV station, it's visible to all City residents who drive down that road for work, pleasure or to get to the two area parks Caloosa & Barrier Free park. I am also concerned that being so close to Barrier Free park that numerous children will want to climb on the oversized art as many do and take photos. Then to inquire about the art through Google Lens or by the artist you will see that it's associated with an artist from Seattle, Washington. Her artwork is part of a larger collection of many sick and perverse figures. From Donald Trump holding a mask of President Putin,to images of what looks like underage kids/teens with tape covering and not covering private parts. The residents are speaking about this all over Facebook and the oppose it, wonder why in the world this artwork would even be under consideration. Please review some of what the Citizens of Boynton are saying on facebook: <iframe src=https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post..hp? href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fdonald.tarca%2Fposts%2F10231691209732644&sho v_text=true&width=500 width="500" height="787" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no"frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay;clipboard-write; encrypted- media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe>(122 COMMENTS) and<iframe src=https://www.facebook.com/plugins/oost.pho? href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fdonald.tarca%2Fposts%2 F10231693880639415&sho w_text=true&width=500 width="500" height="692" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no"frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted- media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe>(100 COMMENTS)there is also several comments on the Chapel Hill (Neighborhood Forum) but can't share since it's a private page. Anyways, I respectfully ask that you deny this artwork and consider a local resident artist or at least an artist within the state of Florida who can show artwork that will represent our City. Could be ocean themed, nautical artsy, etc. I will also be reaching out to Fox News and other local news stations so they can cover this story if this art is approved. Especially with all of this sex trafficking in our state, why would your art committee glorify something in this nature—it's very perverse and disturbing. We can all do better on approving quality art. Also, ask from feedback from your community—we have to look at whatever artwork you decide on and MOST OF ALL—Research the artists other work as it's a reflection of what you are putting in our city. I have attached some of the images in this email. Respectfully, Julie Hines From: Rosv Douglas To: Weiss.Glenn Subject: Helping Out South Florida PBS Date: Thursday,August 10,2023 9:54:39 AM To Whom It May Concern I am very excited and look forward to South Florida PBS' Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts center and the sculpture that will grace its outdoor garden. "Harmony"will be as important as the cultural arts center itself. "Harmony", seems to represent a dance of elements,creativity and diversity in a whimsical way. I think"Harmony"will be the perfect sculpture for the cultural arts center and I hope the Boynton Beach Advisory Board approves Harmony. Thank You, Rosy Douglas Sent from my iPhone • From: Roxanne Frederick To: Weiss.Glenn;Burnston.Sophia Date: Thursday,August 10,2023 7:53:05 AM I object to the Patti Warashina art work that is to be installed outside the commission chambers Sent from my iPhone Roxanne • From: Victoria Michelle To: Weiss.Glenn Subject: South Florida PBS,Harmony Date: Wednesday,August 9,2023 6:40:48 PM Hi Glenn, The Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts Center is a huge undertaking for South Florida PBS and a very worthwhile one as well. It will provide free access to educational and entertaining art and cultural activities for all the people of Boynton Beach and South Palm Beach County. "Harmony",the outdoor garden sculpture,that is being considered by the City of Boynton Beach Art Advisory Board, is perfect for the Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts Center for what it represents:diversity, creativity, innovation and inspiration plus it will provide a powerful impact on the city given her size, prominent location, and highest museum quality design and workmanship. I sincerely hope that the Boynton Beach Advisory Board approves the sculpture, Harmony. Best wishes, Victoria From: Scott K Michaeloff To: Weiss,Glenn Subject: SFPBS"Harmony"statue Date: Thursday,August 10,2023 3:17:06 PM The Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts Center is a huge undertaking for South Florida PBS and a very worthwhile one as well. It will provide free access to educational and entertaining art and cultural activities for all the people of Boynton Beach and South Palm Beach County. "Harmony",the outdoor garden sculpture,that is being considered by the City of Boynton Beach Art Advisory Board, is perfect for the Cornelia T. Bailey Cultural Arts Center for what it represents: diversity,creativity, innovation and inspiration plus it will provide a powerful impact on the city given her size,prominent location, and highest museum quality design and workmanship. I sincerely hope that the Boynton Beach Advisory Board approves the sculpture, Harmony. Sincerely, Scott Michaeloff 21715 Old Bridge Trail Boca Raton FL 33428