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2021-05-12 Meridian Arts Inclusivity Subcommittee MERIDIAN ARTS INCLUSIVITY SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING Parks & Recreation Conference Room, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 5:00 PM MINUTES VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS Limited seating is available at City Hall. Consider joining the meeting virtually: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup- join/19%3ameeting_NTEyM2Y5MmUtNjViMi00N2QzLTlmNzAtZDI4OTk3NDJiYjJl%40thre ad.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b844df29-8272-41a9-9862- 5a8e63e5f93a%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2241e2fc1d-e723-4cd9-9cd3- c847775577fe%22%7d ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE _x____ Leslie Mauldin, _x____ Thomas Vannucci, Chair _____ Natalie Schofield __x___ Jessica Peters APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM] 1. Approve Minutes from April 14, 2021 Meeting J. Peters made motion to approve minutes, seconded by L. Mauldin All ayes DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion of Research Materials T. Vannucci introduced the article, 4Cs of Enlightened Leadership, by Ekaterina Walter. The Subcommittee discusses the principles of the four “c’s,” character, competence, collaboration, and courage. L. Mauldin pointed out that we increase our competency through collaboration. T. Vannucci acknowledged that coordinating collaboration seems to be the next step. The Subcommitte agreed that the memo T. Vannucci prepared for the whole Commission addresses Character and Courage, and the Subcommittee will continue to work on Competency and Character. They also agreed that the Subcommittee is as on track as they can be with their current knowledge and resources. ACTION ITEMS 3. Discuss and Refine Memo for the Arts Commission The Subcommittee approved of the drafted memo and T. Vannucci suggested that the ideas and format of E. Walter’s article also be added to the memo. The Subcommittee agreed. J. Peters cautioned that definition #4 of “enlightened” which was highlighted in the article could easily be misconstrued as a moral/religious message. The Subcommittee agreed to remove definition #4. A. Belnap also suggested making the point with fewer words to make the memo more readable and understandable. J. Peters asked if she could discuss this in the Public Art Subcommittee next week. The AIM Subcommittee gave the green light as long as it is cursory and a preview instead of delving into the discussion. REPORTS 4. Update: Contact with Karen Bubb T. Vannucci emailed and called, has not heard back. He will follow up with her under his own discretion. 5. Update: Frequency of AIM Meetings J. Peters expressed that she felt the Subcommittee’s work should be transitioned to the Commission so that the work is not isolated to the Subcommittee. She suggested this could happen in the Commission reports or as an agenda itemin the Subcommittees. T. Vannucci agreed that the work should begin to be ingrained in the regular business of the Commission. The Subcommittee agreed to meet quarterly. NEXT MEETING - June 9, 2021 The next Subcommittee meeting will be July 14, 2021 ADJOURNMENT L. Mauldin made motion to adjourn meeting, seconded by J. Peters All ayes Meeting adjourned at 5:58pm To develop, advance, and nurture all facets of the arts to enhance the quality of life for Meridian residents and its visitors MERIDIAN ARTS INCLUSIVITY SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING Parks & Recreation Conference Room, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 5:00 PM All materials presented at public meetings become property of the City of Meridian. Anyone desiring accommodation for disabilities should contact the City Clerk's Office at 208-888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the public meeting. Agenda VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS Limited seating is available at City Hall. Consider joining the meeting virtually: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup- join/19%3ameeting_NTEyM2Y5MmUtNjViMi00N2QzLTlmNzAtZDI4OTk3NDJiYjJl%40thre ad.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b844df29-8272-41a9-9862- 5a8e63e5f93a%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2241e2fc1d-e723-4cd9-9cd3- c847775577fe%22%7d ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE _____ Leslie Mauldin, _____ Thomas Vannucci, Chair _____ Natalie Schofield _____ Jessica Peters APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM] 1. Approve Minutes from April 14, 2021 Meeting DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Discussion of Research Materials ACTION ITEMS 3. Discuss and Refine Memo for the Arts Commission REPORTS 4. Update: Contact with Karen Bubb 1 5. Update: Frequency of AIM Meetings NEXT MEETING - June 9, 2021 ADJOURNMENT 2 ARTS INCLUSIVITY MERIDIAN SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING Meeting Room A, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at 5:00 AM MINUTES VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS Limited seating is available at City Hall. Consider joining the meeting virtually: https://bit.ly/3mDmTcr ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE __x___ Tom Vannucci, Chair _x____ Natalie Schofield _____ Leslie Mauldin _x____ Jessica Peters APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM] 1. Minutes from AIM Subcommittee Meeting on March 10, 2021 J. Peters made motion to approve minutes, seconded by N. Schofield All ayes DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Create Actionable Goals Aligned with the AIM Manifesto T. Vannucci started by talking about the AIM Manifesto. Overall, the purpose is to work on fostering unity through inclusion. He referenced Tim Cook/Apple on becoming a force for good by focusing on representation, inclusion and accountability and make sure we are including everyone we can - be accessible. J. Peters brought up Americans for the Arts Cultural Center tool kit. J. Peters mentioned that for our Call to Artists she made sure to reach out to as many groups as she could. We can and should be inviting specific groups to our events. We could also partner to plan an event or gallery opening. Macro Goal - systemic change Micro Goal - Sub committee involvement....What are we each doing to support AIM? 3 Item 1. We are wondering if AIM will become politicized. We discussed how it is ok to be uncomfortable when making change. J. Peters brought up a Land Acknowledgement before a meeting and A. Belnap thought that might be better suited if we have an art installation. Something to think about. ACTION ITEMS NEXT MEETING - May 12, 2021 ADJOURNMENT N. Schofield made motion to adjourn, seconded by J. Peters All ayes 4 Item 1. MEMO TO ARTS INCLUSIVITY MERIDIAN SUBCOMMITTEE Topic: Continued Development of Subcommittee Understanding Merriam Webster Dictionary: • Enlightened - adjective o en·light·ened | \ in-ˈlī -tᵊnd , en- \ • Definition of enlightened 1. freed from ignorance and misinformation 2. based on full comprehension of the problems involved 3. having or showing a rational, modern, and well-informed outlook 4. spiritually aware. 4 C’s of Enlightened Leadership https://www.forbes.com/sites/ekaterinawalter/2014/04/22/4-cs-of-enlightened- leadership/?sh=1c3298b91345 How this pertains to AIM: • Character o Who are we? • Competence o What do we know? • Collaboration o Who can we bring on board? • Courage o How far are we willing to take your vision? 5 Item 2. MEMO DATE: May 12, 2021 TO: Meridian Arts Commission FROM: AIM SUBJECT: Recommendations and Status Fellow Commissioners AIM continues to meet and discuss opportunities, responsibilities, and values this subcommittee can bring to MAC. AIM has determined that we are still in the early stages of discovery, learning and exploration on how best to positively influence, guide and impact MAC. Therefore, as we continue to learn and grow through the macro of diversity and inclusion, AIM will apply the micro by asking for commitment versus compliance. For your consideration: AIM asks each commissioner, chairperson, and subcommittee to commit to asking the question; is there anything we can do currently to move metrics towards inclusivity, equality, equity, and justice on all existing and future projects that we are not currently doing? Make this a repetitive question at each meeting. We believe by making the ask at each meeting it will keep this important topic front of mind. This will allow AIM to continue to develop a strong acceptable standard operating procedure applicable to MAC and its demographic. 6 Item 3.