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Minutes 02-11-16MINUTES OF THE ARTS COMMISSION MEETING HELD AT FIRE STATION NO. 2, 2615 W. WOOLBRIGHT ROAD BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, ON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2016, AT 6:30 P.M. PRESENT: Deborah Bottorff, Chair Paul Sirota, Vice Chair Robyn Lorenz, (arrived 6:43 p.m.) Rachel Mondesir Anderson Slocombe, (arrived 6:35 p.m.) Kim Weiss Absent: Sarah Offutt, Alternate I. CALL TO ORDER Debby Coles-Dobay, Public Arts Manager Chair Bottorff called the meeting to order at 6:30 II. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS Self -introductions were made. Steve Caricaccio, representing the Bride of Christ Church, was also present. III. AGENDA APPROVAL Ms. Coles-Dobay added Items A. Public Art Survey and B. Public Art Workshop Presen- tation to Section VIII, Strategic Master Plan. Motion Ms. Mondesir moved to approve the agenda. Ms. Weiss seconded the motion that unanimously passed. IV. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES A., January 14, 2016 Motion Ms. Mondesir moved to approve. Ms. Weiss seconded the motion that unanimously passed. MEETING MINUTES ARTS COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA FEBRUARY 11, 2016 V. ANNOUNCEMENTS/REPORTS A. PBATA exhibit Ms. Coles-Dobay clarified this item was actually the Palm Beach County Art Teachers Association Exhibit (PBCATA.) The exhibit was on display at the City Library, but the reception was changed to Thursday, February 25 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., on the second floor of the City Library. All were invited to attend. Vl. PROJECT UPDATES/APPROVALS A. Bride of Christ public art project review (Mr. Slocombe arrived 6:35 p.m.) Ms. Coles-Dobay explained this project in the Heart of Boynton has been in the works for about three years. The Church found an artist, Dan Matthews, who was working with Steve Caricaccio on a project representing what the Bride of Christ Church is all about, Chair Bottorff read the project description noting the aluminum piece was 90 inches high, 35 -inches wide; having air brushed simulated stone and clouds with a clear coat. Aside from cleaning, no maintenance is required. The piece will have a base plate attached to a four -inch aluminum pipe running through the structure and a flood light. The cost of the project will not exceed $3,700 and Mr. Matthews will install the art within three weeks of approval and go ahead from the Church. The sculpture represents an event that occurred on February 23, 1963, that was covered by Time Magazine which was a cloud appeared above an Arizona mountain that remained there for several hours. Motion Vice Chair Sirota moved to approve the concept as presented. Mr. Slocombe seconded the motion that unanimously passed. Ms. Mondesir was concerned children would climb on the piece. Motion Vice Chair Sirota included the approval of the public artist in his prior motion. Ms. Mondesir seconded the amendment that unanimously passed. VIII. AIPP STRATEGIC PLAN/MASTER PLAN A. Public Art survey review The Arts Commission will review the public art survey responses which were - 2 MEETING MINUTES ARTS COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA FEBRUARY 11, 2016 • 85% saw public art in the City; • 60% knew the AIPP program was funded by development fees; • 93% said developers should include public art in their projects; • 34% said public art stimulates cultural interaction, attracts visitors, business and corporations; • 49% responded art enriches the community; • 35% responded it increased Boynton's visibility globally; • 88% have seen and enjoyed the Avenue of the Arts; ® 59% attended the International Kinetic Art Exhibit and Symposium; • 39% ranked their favorite part of the exhibit and symposium as the innovations displayed; 46% ranked the outdoor art as their favorites, ® 87% thought public art provides other art opportunities such as galleries; • 41 % of the respondents wanted more functional art; and • 29% wanted mosaics and kinetic art. Ms. Coles-Dobay commented she was surprised the inspiration for the artwork and the youth workshops held during the Kinetic Art Symposium ranked poorly. Art in the City and the Avenue of the Arts pieces ranked highly, although kinetic sculp- tures, the Bloomer Tree, the Marlin by Walmart and others were mentioned. B. February 20, 10-11 a.m. Public Art Workshop presentation Ms. Coles-Dobay advised she changed the look and feel of the presentation to make it less busy and there were fewer slides. The presentation would give the audience a sense of what public art is, what the Arts Commission has done with public art and dis- cuss their future goals. She noted there are several projects pending. (Ms. Lorenz arrived at 6:43 p.m.) The Arts Commission members would introduce themselves, review the Mission State- ment and how the one percent art fee works. Attendees will learn what public art is, about the virtual art tour, why the City has a public art program and discuss what is dif- ferent about the City's public art as opposed to other cities that also have public art. The top three public art strengths (point of difference) were: 1. Kinetic 2. Glass (stained glass, mosaics, murals, sculpture) 3. Eco Art & Environmental The original plan included locations for art within the City. Examples of the various mu- rals within the City and discussions on how locations enhance their meaning will take 3 MEETING MINUTES ARTS COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA FEBRUARY 11, 2016 place. Discussions regarding how art contributes to the Cultural District, the Gateway to the Gulfstream and eco and environmental art place making will take place. Visuals demonstrating how kinetic art could frame the entrance to the Town Square and signify the visitor has arrived at their destination will be shown. Ms. Coles-Dobay noted the Avenue of the Arts contributed to the development of the Downtown. Attendees will view the public art for the 500 Ocean project, art on Federal Highway, Boat Club Park, Casa Del Mar, and public eco art in the Old Dixie Eco Walk at Seaborne Cove, the public art markers at Jaycee Park and the PNC Bank Green Wall. Ms. Coles-Dobay will discuss upcoming projects such as the East Water Treatment pro- ject that will demonstrate how water is processed from the aquifer all the way to the tap and Quantum Park. Public art in the Heart of Boynton, the Carolyn Sims Center and the future plans for Sara Sims Park will be reviewed. The workshop is being advertised by e -newsletter, press releases and postcards Face - book and social networks. Ms. Weiss offered to create an invitation on Facebook. Chair Bottorff will also post the workshop on her Facebook page and thought great value would come from educating the public and receiving their input. Discussion ensued it would be helpful to have a map of different areas so attendees could make suggestions about the type of art they would like to see and where it would be located. Chair Bottorff suggested using a Google Earth Map. Ms. Weiss suggested having one or two Arts Commission members stationed at each table to assist attendees by providing information about proposed locations. Ms. Lorenz also suggested a gift basket, or some item that could be raffled off, or food be served to increase attendance. She also thought attendees should be asked to bring photographs of areas they think should have public art. C. Public Art placement recommendations This was previously addressed. D. Citizen and stakeholder input This item was previously addressed. IX. EXHIBITS • Harry Martin Exhibit Chair Bottorff advised this artist takes amazing underwater pictures and he wanted to display his work in the City Library. A reception will be held and the artist will make a presentation in the Library Program Room. Chair Bottorff thought it was worth it to save the date. CI MEETING MINUTES ARTS COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA FEBRUARY 11, 2016 Motion Ms. Lorenz moved to approve the display at the Library. Ms. Mondesir seconded the motion that unanimously passed. X. NEW BUSINESS A. Cohen sculpture donation Chair Bottorff noted Alvin Cohen sculptures were being offered to the City as a donation. Ms. Coles-Dobay pointed out Boynton Beach was not the only City that was offered the donation and thought there were one or two pieces that would keep with the theme in the City such as "The Dolphin." The pieces were all appraised, but, if accepted, the City would have to pick up the piece, deliver it, install the pads, address the lighting and plaques, maintain the art and determine its placement. Ms. Coles-Dobay commented she could respond indicating the Arts Commission was only interested in one piece. She also pointed out the Town Square Plan was changing and the Old High School may be renovated. If the Arts Commission placed a piece(s) there, it/they may be moved. Vice Chair Sirota thought the Arts Commission should decline the offer. Motion Vice Chair Sirota moved to politely decline. Ms. Lorenz seconded the motion that passed unanimously. XI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Public Art Ordinance Amendment At the last Arts Commission meeting, the members had discussed the Public Art Ordi- nance amendment which was presented to the City Commission and accepted. Chair Bottorff was relieved the City Commission came up with a plan that did not significantly impact the entire program. Ms. Coles-Dobay explained the amendment would exempt remodeling repair, reconstruction to any existing structures or additions to any existing amenities, such as clubhouse buildings, pools, parks, playground and common areas located within an existing residential development. Chair Bottorff commented it was great to see so many people passionate about the Art in Public Places program and was happy with the outcome. Ms. Coles-Dobay noted the people who spoke in support of the program at the City Commission made great suggestions. XII. FUTURE BUSINESS A. Unofficial Public Art Policy draft MEETING MINUTES ARTS COMMISSION BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA FEBRUARY 11, 2016 XIII. ADJOURNMENT Motion There being no further business to discuss, Vice Chair Sirota moved to adjourn. Ms. Lorenz seconded the motion that unanimously passed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:28 p.m, Catherine Cherry Minutes Specialist 012816 A