Minutes 05-11-17MINUTES OF THE ARTS, COMISSION MEETING HELD ON THURSDAY
MAY 11, 2017, AT 6:30 P.M., FIRE STATION NO. 2, TRAINING ROOM
2615 WEST WOOLBRIGHT ROAD, BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA
PRESENT:
Robyn Lorenz, Vice Chair Debby Coles-Dobay, Public Art Manager
Cindy Falco-Dicorrado
Golene Louis (Arrived 6:50 p.m.)
Anderson Slocombe
Clovis Moody, Alternate
ABSENT:
Kim Weiss, Chair
Lauren Huff
Susan Oyer
I. CALL TO ORDER
In the absence of the Chair, Vice Chair Lorenz called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m..
II. ROLL CALL OF MEMBERS
Self -introductions were made. A quorum was present.
III. AGENDA APPROVAL
Mr. Slocombe moved to approve the agenda. Ms. Falco-Dicorrado seconded the motion
that unanimously passed.
IV. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES
A. April 13, 2017
Ms. Coles-Dobay noted on page seven, the top three art works were mentioned in the
Strategic Plan Document Discussion on page five of the minutes.
On page seven, second paragraph from the bottom should be "Artists with Autism" and
on page eight, "The temporary location of the donated Moonfish is currently at the Ghik
dFen'e Gnheelhe eco r ureum. NE 1st and E .Ocean.
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Motion
Mr. Slocombe moved to approve the minutes as amended. Ms. Moody seconded the
motion that unanimously passed.
V. ANNOUNCEMENTS/REPORTS
A. Saturday, May 20, 8L00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Conrad Pickel Celebration:
http://bit.ly/BB17CP.
Ms. Coles-Dobay had forwarded the above link for additional information and noted the
Arts Commission had discussed the event at the last meeting. The tour is 8 a.m. to
10:30 a.m. followed by lectures in the City Library Program Room. One lecture regard-
ing Conrad's Historic Timeline will be given by Warren Adams, the City's Historic
Preservation Planner, and Dr. Ginger Pedersen will discuss one of the largest stained
glass windows in the County located in the Iglesia Adventista Church in West Palm
Beach. Paul Pickel, Conrad Pickel's son, will discuss a new book, "A Tapestry in
Stained Glass" just published by Gene Moody, about Conrad's work and life. Limited
copies of the book will be available for sale. She hoped all could attend the event. It
was noted there are 16 seats available on the tour bus.
B. Wednesday, June 7, 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Cocoanut Dreams exhibit recep-
tion in the City Library
Ms. Coles-Dobay advised Cocoanut Dreams is a wonderful exhibit she hoped the
members would see. Janet Devries and Dr. Pedersen wrote several historical books
about the area and discovered the photos on E -bay. They purchased them and had
them printed on canvases. The photos nicely depict the area. The photographer was
Romyn Pierson, III, whose father owned property along the ocean in the Ma-
nalapan/Ocean Ridge/Palm Beach area, and the photos were taken between 1912 and
1922. She noted the contrast between then and now was interesting. There will be a
book in the Library Resource area that patrons can view showing the picture and a short
story about each photograph, providing a historical reference where the photograph was
taken, the stories behind the family and more. There will be a reception on Wednesday
June 7th from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. which she hoped the members would attend. At-
tendees will receive a sprouted coconut in a pot.
C. Saturday, July 29, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Breaking Barriers, Artists With Autism ex-
hibit reception at the Civic Center.
Vice Chair Lorenz announced the event was approved at the last meeting. The exhibit
was installed at the Civic Center and there is wonderful artwork. There will be several ta-
bles laid out at the reception and additional artists will have artwork for sale with prices
ranging from $30 to $150. The artists brought their artwork, helped hang it and are very
involved. Artists with Autism helps Autistic Arts through the entire process from creation
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to exhibit space. They will be able to speak about their artwork and the artwork that is for
sale.
D. Web links for B & C exhibit info: www.boynton-
beach.org/departments/public art/exhibits
VI. PROJECT UPDATES/APPROVALS
A. NONE
VII. INTL KINETIC ART EXHIBIT AND SYMPOSIUM PLANNING
A. NONE
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Proposal for future Photo Poems exhibit at Civic Center
Ms. Coles-Dobay had provided information in the meeting backup and commented she
did not have any photos to show the members. She explained Karen Christenson takes
photos of wildlife and the outdoors from many different locations and creates poems for
each photo to create interest in nature. She proposed to have an exhibit at the Civic
Center and wanted to invite Green Cay and Wakodahatchee patrons to help promote it.
Mr. Slocombe preferred to see the photographs beforehand.
Motion
After brief discussion, Ms. Falco-Dicorrado moved to table the item to the next meeting.
Mr. Slocombe seconded the motion that unanimously passed.
B. Plans for 500 Ocean Grand Opening celebration and Albert Paley, Avenue of
the Arts artwork reception
(Ms. Louis arrived at 6:50 p.m.)
Ms. Coles-Dobay explained there will be a 40 -foot Albert Paley public art sculpture at
the 500 Ocean project. The signature piece will be located at the site and six to eight
pieces will be along the Avenue of the Arts. Some pieces are 18 -feet high and weigh
about 6,000 pounds. Other pieces were 2,000 or 3,000 pounds and cranes will be used
to install them when they are shipped from Rochester. She noted it will be quite an ex-
hibit.
Ms. Coles-Dobay had met with Mr. Paley earlier in the day and they walked the Avenue
to survey sites. At the next meeting, Ms. Coles-Dobay will bring images of the artwork.
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She pointed out in 2013, 12 of his pieces were on Park Avenue in New York. He is a
high caliber artist. The goal to coordinate a reception for the Avenue of the Arts artwork
with the Grand Opening of the 500 Ocean project was working out well. Ms. Coles-
Dobay had remained in contact with the studio and the developer, LeCesse and they
like the idea so much, the City, LeCesse, and Cambridge Management Company, who
will manage the development, would assist with the Grand Opening as a collaborative
effo rt.
500 Ocean has a residential and commercial component. The residential part will be
complete and there is a pool area, garden and two separate courtyards. The Grand
Opening reception will take place in the courtyard on Friday, October 13th by invitation
only, from, 5 p.m. to 7p.m. outside and then attendees will walk to the plaza for the un-
veiling at 6 p.m. Announcements and activities are planned. Mr. Paley will be present
and Ms. Coles-Dobay wanted City officials and other regional dignitaries to be present.
In additional to the sculpture unveiling tours of the apartments, amenities and the grand
entryway will be given. They also have electric vehicles to shuttle residents to the beach
and for this event, tour the Avenue of the Arts. Docents will be at the sites to provide
information on the pieces. The party cycle will also be used.
On Saturday, October 14 and Sunday October 15, 2017 there will be a grand opening
for the public. The City and CRA are contacting area businesses as the renters will be
fairly new to the area to familiarize them with local establishments. They will donate in-
formation or give discounts and have drawings the entire weekend. Ms. Coles-Dobay
noted the sculpture installations will take place is in mid-August. The commercial por-
tion will not be 100% leased. As of May 5th, 347 units are rented and the developer is
trying to obtain the Certificate of Occupancy in May. When the sculpture is installed they
will install pavers and then the landscaping. The October 13th date was selected and Mr.
Paley will be present. Usually Mr. Paley charges to attend and speak; however, he
waived the fee. There will be some expenses to the AIPP, but not all of them.
Mr. Slocombe asked if all of the artwork on the Avenue was for sale and learned it was.
The Palm Beach County Cultural Council has a marketing program in Chicago, Boston
and New York and they were looking at using digital advertising there as the market is
specific to those areas and customers. They planned to offer a package to come to
South Florida and attend an exclusive cocktail reception Thursday night with Mr. Paley
and then be invited to the other events to enjoy over the weekend. A renovated bou-
tique hotel called Sun Dek on Ocean Drive in Ocean Ridge is beautiful and has about
17 rooms. Mr. Paley will stay at Sun Dek free of charge. Many efforts are being made
to attract this type of clientele to the City and area. Ocean 500 has units ranging from
695 square feet to about 2,000 square feet and when renters have visitors, they can
stay at Sun Dek. There are many partnerships being formed.
IX. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Top 7 AIPP program benefits
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Ms. Coles-Dobay conveyed the Arts Commission members are ambassadors for the
AIPP program and at the last meeting, they had discussed the top seven benefits and
then made revisions. Ms. Coles-Dobay sent the revisions to the members and received
one response back. The City is working on its strategic plan initiatives and Ms. Coles-
Dobay wanted to include these initiatives so the members would have a reference of
what the City, as a whole, is striving to accomplish. She thought it is helpful for the
members to be familiar with the goals as it is the best way to engage residents, elected
officials and staff.
Motion
Mr. Slocombe moved to approve. Ms. Louis seconded the motion that unanimously
passed.
Ms. Lorenz asked where the Moonfish would be located for its permanent location. Ms.
Coles-Dobay explained the item should have been included under Unfinished Business.
X. FUTURE BUSINESS
A. Town Square Plan & public art
Ms. Coles-Dobay explained there were three finalists for the public private partnerships
for the Town Square Plan. They went through a committee who recommended E2 to the
City Commission and they were approved. The team is negotiating a contract. She for-
warded an actual link to look at the plans so the members can review the information for
the next meeting. The plans are not etched in stone. The company still has to meet
with staff and hold charrettes. Mr. Slocombe explained the strategy now for the compa-
ny, moving forward, is to take ideas from earlier charrettes and embellish them while
looking at how to make the project financially feasible.
The current City Hall location could have store fronts, offices and rental areas and be
mixed use. A hotel on the corner of Boynton Beach and Seacrest Boulevards was also
included. The City had specified certain items they wanted to include in the plans such
as the Old High School. In addition to recreational activities, there will be cultural activi-
ties. Ms. Coles-Dobay noted Boynton Beach has the 7t" best community band, the Gold
Coast Band, in the country and the City will have a theater, which will be included in the
Old High School as the cultural center. The Schoolhouse Children's Museum and the
Library will stay. The plan looks like having a City Hall attached to the Library and the
area near the amphitheater and Kids Kingdom will be moved to another open space ar-
ea. Each developer has to determine how to maximize their profits to bring the project
to fruition. There will be a fire substation and the police will move to High Ridge Road at
Gateway Boulevard Ms. Coles-Dobay thought as a Board, there are suggestions that
can be made. Ms. Coles-Dobay noted eco art could be easily incorporated into the
plans as could green walls and kinetic art.
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Ms. Falco-Dicorrado asked what Boynton Beach will be known for. Mr. Anderson ex-
plained the City is the Gateway to the Gulfstream. Discussion followed Miami is posh
and Delray is charming. Ms. Coles-Dobay explained the Arts Commission has devel-
oped descriptions for the different districts in the City. Mr. Slocombe explained there
are many elements that will come together piece -by -piece. Ms. Moody inquired about
the end vision and learned it was contained in the Master Plan. Ms. Coles-Dobay ex-
plained the members could review what the Board put forth and view visuals. It will help
create the vision and character for the City and the Town Square will be the catalyst.
Ms. Louis commented what is being planned would attract people and explained when
she lived in Miami, there was a billboard that said Stay in Miami, Party in Palm Beach.
She thought it was important to brand or market what the City has. Delray Beach has
Atlantic Avenue. When Boynton Beach has more, they can help with branding to attract
new people. Mr. Slocombe explained what is being envisioned now will be different in
the future. It will evolve, but it was important to have a cohesive plan.
XI. Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, there was consensus to adjourn. The meet-
ing adjourned at 7:29 p.m.
Catherine Cherry
Minutes Specialist