2020-7-9 Mac MinutesMeridian Arts Commission Meeting Agenda July 9, 2020 – Page 1 of 14
To develop, advance and nurture all facets of the arts
to enhance the quality of life for Meridian residents and its visitors
Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 3:30 PM
City Council Chambers, City Hall
33 E. Broadway, Meridian, Idaho
1.Roll-Call Attendance
x_ Lizzie Taylor
x_Jessica Peters
x_ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Vice Chair
x_ Leslie Mauldin, Chair
__ Vacant
x_ Maria Tzompa joined 3:50pm
__ Vacant
x_ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams joined
__ Logan Cloninger
__ Joe Borton, ex officio
2.Adoption of the Agenda
L. Mauldin commented that we forgot to include the diversity
training that was requested to be on this month’s agenda. The
diversity training will be on August’s agenda.
Motion for adoption made by B. Griffith, seconded by L. Taylor.
All ayes
3.Approval of Minutes [Action Item]
A. Minutes from June 15, 2020 Special Meeting
Motion for approval made by J. Peters, seconded by B. Griffith.
All ayes
4.New Business [Action Item]
A. Approval of Monthly Expenses [Action Item]
Motion for approval made by J. Peters, seconded by B. Griffith.
All ayes
B. Discussion: When to Bring Mural Series Project to City
Council
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A. Belnap asked the Commission when they would like to
present the Mural Series proposal to City Council- requesting
their feedback at key points in the selection process and/or
requesting final approval once the specified locations and mural
designs have been selected. L. Mauldin stated that in an effort to
respect the City Council’s time, she believed it would be best to
present to City Council at the end of the selection processes. All
the present commissioners unanimously agreed with no
additional comments.
Leslie inquired about how to make this a standard procedure. E.
Kane stated that a simple decision is sufficient for this project,
however the Commission can return to the subject and write out
a formalized process for presenting to City Council if they wish.
E. Kane will also check the Public Art Accession/Deaccession
Policy to see if this step is outlined there.
5.Reports
A. Update: Public Art Subcommittee
1.Public Art Plan Progress
2.Traffic Box Wraps
J. Peters summarized the efforts of the Public Art Subcommittee
to continue with the Public Art Plan- A. Belnap, J. Peters, have
been in communication with Meridith McKinley. A. Belnap will
reach out to Meridith to determine next steps. J. Peters also
informed the commission that the Request for Statements of
Interest is open for applicants, A. Belnap stated that no
applications have been received. The commission briefly
discussed the possibility of pushing back the date for businesses
to submit an application. The Public Art Subcommittee can
discuss this further in their next meeting. L. Taylor suggested
that the advertisement is sent to the Chamber of Commerce
again. She also recommended that the Commission send Sean
Evans a thank you card for all his help.
A. Belnap updated the Commission regarding the status of the
Traffic Box Artwork project. The agreements are on City
Council’s agenda, however the Public Art Subcommittee needs
to select two more artwork pieces for the project.
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B. Update: Initial Point Gallery Subcommittee
1.New Initial Point Gallery Exhibit
2.Call to Artist Responses for Initial Point Gallery 2021
Calendar
B. Griffith reviewed the new Initial Point Gallery Exhibit and
informed the Commission that the Call to Artists is still open. A.
Belnap stated that she had received very enthusiastic responses
from artists and organizations, however, only received 2-3
applications. The commissioners will continue to reach out to
artists and organizations.
C. Update: Events & Outreach Subcommittee
1.Art Week
2.Concerts on Broadway
M. Tzompa informed the Commission that Art Week will take
place Sept 9-12, focused in the Downtown Meridian area. The
Subcommittee is looking into two projects that were proposed by
citizens, a Tiny Art Exchange and an Art Walk. Leslie informed
the Commission that Taste of Meridian will not be partnering with
Concerts on Broadway anymore.
The Commission discussed the need for contingency plans for
events and how to emphasize public safety. L. Mauldin and M.
Tzompa acknowledged the risk of gatherings with the current
rise in coronavirus cases and commented on doing things as
virtually as possible.
B. Griffith asked about Tammy de Weerd’s Awards in the Arts.
M. Tzompa and A. Belnap stated that nothing has been planned
for the awards. The Commission discussed who should select
the awards- former Mayor Tammy de Weerd or current Mayor
Robert Simison? No decision was made. The Events & Outreach
Subcommittee will discuss further.
Since Taste of Meridian is no longer going to take part in
Concerts on Broadway, the Commission discussed the necessity
of finding food trucks. J. Peters suggested searching the Food
Truck Roundup.
6.Next Meeting: August 13, 2020
7.Adjournment
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J. Cavaness-Williams made motion to adjourn, seconded by B.
Griffith.
All ayes.
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