2021-05-18 Public Art Subcommittee
PUBLIC ART SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 4:30 PM
MINUTES
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_x____ Lizzie Taylor _x____ Raeya Wardle
_x____ Jessica Peters, Chair _x____ Thomas Vannucci
_x____ Bobby Gaytan
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approval of Minutes from April 20, 2021 Public Art Subcommittee Meeting
DISCUSSION ITEMS
2. Discuss Next Steps for the Public Art Plan
J. Peters opened the discussion of how to move forward with the Public Art Plan.
She explained that the plan could include a year to year planning as well as a
greater vision for the Public Art Program. J. Peters also volunteered to put together
a rough draft. T. Vannucci requested that the Plan include dates and deliverables in
order to keep the Commission moving forward and in action. J. Peters suggested
that an annual review of the Plan. The Subcommittee agreed to do a workshop-like
review of all the documents to be compiled in the Public Art Plan. The next Public
Art Subcommittee in June will address this and will be a longer meeting.
ACTION ITEMS
3. Traffic Box Artwork Selection for 2021 Series
The Subcommittee had voted on the traffic box artwork via Google Survey before
the meeting. A. Belnap tallied the votes and informed the Subcommittee of the
results, including a 5 way tie for four of the boxes. The Subcommittee held a
second round of voting for the last four boxes. Through the votes, the
Subcommittee selected Miguel Almeida, Joyce Green, Lupe Galvan, Marne Elmore,
and Rachel Linquist’s work for the 2021 traffic box series. A. Belnap will inform the
Subcommittee of the traffic box locations when they are selected.
L. Taylor made motion to approve the selected boxes, seconded by R. Wardle
All ayes
A. Belnap also informed the Subcommittee that the Mayor requested that the
Mayor’s Choice awarded artwork from the West Ada School District Annual Art
Show be wrapped in a traffic box. Because of the grant the Commission received
from the Idaho Commission on the Arts, the Commission will be able to pay for this
box.
4. Review and Approve or Provide Feedback for Ben Konkol's Final Design for
Meridian Cycles Mural
B. Konkol introduced his new design, explaining how he incorporated the feedback
he received from the last draft meeting such as: a focus on narrative, gender
neutral figure, focus on Meridian emblem, and highlighting Meridian history
through the bike stickers. The Subcommittee all had positive feedback, calling the
design fun, creative, and clever. The Subcommittee also appreciated how B. Konkol
highlighted the Heritage Building in a recognizable way.
L. Taylor made motion to approve the design, seconded by B. Gaytan
All ayes
5. Review and Approve or Provide Feedback for Sector Seventeen's Final Design for
Boise Co-op Mural
H. Solomon introduced Sector Seventeen’s new design, explaining how they
incorporated feedback such as including a squash flower for the bee, a
narrative/purpose for the bee, and a little extra on the right side to wrap around
the building. The Subcommittee and property owners unanimously approve with
high praise.
T. Vannucci made motion to approve the design, seconded by L. Taylor
All ayes
NEXT MEETING - June 15, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
To develop, advance, and nurture all facets of the arts
to enhance the quality of life for Meridian residents and its visitors
PUBLIC ART SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 4:30 PM
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_____ Lizzie Taylor _____ Raeya Wardle
_____ Jessica Peters, Chair _____ Thomas Vannucci
_____ Bobby Gaytan
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approval of Minutes from April 20, 2021 Public Art Subcommittee Meeting
DISCUSSION ITEMS
2. Discuss Next Steps for the Public Art Plan
ACTION ITEMS
3. Traffic Box Artwork Selection for 2021 Series
4. Review and Approve or Provide Feedback for Ben Konkol's Final Design for
Meridian Cycles Mural
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5. Review and Approve or Provide Feedback for Sector Seventeen's Final Design for
Boise Co-op Mural
NEXT MEETING - June 15, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
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PUBLIC ART SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING
Parks and Recreation Conference Room, 33 East Broadway Avenue Ste 206 Meridian,
Idaho
Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 4:30 PM
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__x___ Jessica Peters, Chair _x____ Thomas Vannucci
__x___ Bobby Gaytan
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approve Minutes from January 19, 2021 Meeting
T. Vannucci made motion to approve minutes
All ayes
ACTION ITEMS
2. Select Subcommittee Member to Take Minutes for Public Art Subcommittee
Meetings
A. Belnap explained that the MAC Chair requested more detailed minutes and in
order to deliver that, it would be best if a commissioner would be able to take the
responsibility of writing minutes for each meeting. The Subcommittee decided to
do a rotation and take turns writing minutes.
3. Select Artwork for Traffic Box Repository 2021-2023
A. Belnap showed the Subcommittee a PowerPoint presentation of all Traffic Box
submissions and informed the Subcommittee of the average number of points for
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each submission. This average number was based on the scores the Subcommittee
members submitted, along with the top ranked artwork for each submission. . The
Subcommittee felt that the scores were an accurate representation and decided to
accept the applicants with scores higher than 85 points, a total of 18 artists A.
Belnap will put the selected artists on the May Commission agenda for final
approval.
4. Review and Provide Feedback for Sector Seventeen's Mural Design for Boise Co-op
Mural
Sector Seventeen introduced their initial designs, see below. Mo Valko and Mark
Neumann from the Boise Co-op had positive feedback for all three designs,
including the use of geometric shapes to fill the space and the focus on local
agriculture. They also pointed out the design with the bee as a standout. The
Subcommittee agreed with the comments and appreciated the cleverness that
Sector Seventeen exhibited in their designs. Multiple subcommittee members
identified the design with the bee as their favorite as well. The Subcommittee
offered feedback such as providing the bee with a narrative or purpose for its
placement, like utilizing a flowering crop in the field. The Subcommittee and the
representatives from the Boise Co-op also discussed wrapping the mural around
the corner to the northside. M. Neumann will confirm this with the property owner
and let them know. Sector Seventeen will make adjustments to the design with the
bee and submit it for final review.
5. Review and Provide Feedback for Ben Konkol's Design Draft for Meridian Cycles
Mural
B. Konkol introduced his initial designs, see below, and showed the creative
process he took to arrive at the designs. The Subcommittee again had all positive
things to say. Each design stood out for different reasons and the Subcommittee
had trouble picking out one above the rest. The Subcommittee appreciated the first
design for its dynamism and use of eye catching large scale, the second design for
its interesting narrative, and the third design for its whimsical, idealistic nature.
The Subcommittee also had suggestions for each design, including a more
indentifiable landscape for Design #1, including boys and girls in Design #2 with a
more non-descript background, and changing the shapes of the clouds to food or
animals that Meridian is known for like corn or cows. Krista McKenna from Bicycle
Meridian also had positive things to say about all three designs. Eventually, the
subcommittee and B. Konkol decided to move forward with Design #1.
NEXT MEETING - May 18, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
L. Taylor made motion to adjourn the meeting, seconded by T. Vannucci
All ayes
Meeting adjourned at 6:15pm
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MERIDIAN CYCLES
2021 Mural Concepts
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SKETCHES
Mural Concepts
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GRAPHIC
Mural Direction 01
Giant handlebars and saddle rise into
frame. Iconic buildings from early Meridian
frame the background.
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NARRATIVE
Mural Direction 02
A bike race occurs in front of the historic
Dairy Bar. A worker enters the
establishment in the background.
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CONCEPTUAL
Mural Direction 03
Two young adults have parked their bikes
on a grassy hill. They watch clouds
shaped like historic Meridian buildings.
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APPENDIX
Rough Thumbnails
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+1.208.407.2019 | ben@benkonkol.com | benkonkol.com
THANK YOU
Our work together is important to me, and I value the time and
resources of my clients. In the spirit of protecting the integrity of our
creative engagement, I encourage an open dialogue surrounding this
project, and I welcome any feedback you’d like to provide.
Sincerely,
Ben Konkol
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Strategic Plan for the Arts City of Meridian, Idaho FY 2020-2025 The development of this plan was supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts, as administered by the Idaho Commission on the Arts. However, the contents and opinions do not necessarily reflect the views or policy of the National Endowment of the Arts or the Idaho Commission on the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov. 19Item 2.
2 Adopted: 12 September 2019 The Meridian Arts Commission (MAC) was established by the City of Meridian in 2006 with a mission to develop, advance and nurture all facets of the arts to enhance the quality of life for Meridian residents and visitors. Core to this mission is the belief that opportunities to experience and participate in the visual, performing and public arts can strengthen cities, increase livability, and contribute to a sense of community. The volunteers appointed by the Mayor to serve on MAC work to further this mission and realize these eight goals: Goal I: Create opportunities for all Meridian residents and visitors to experience public art. Goal II: The youth of Meridian will have opportunities to perform, create, and experience the arts. Goal III: Meridian’s residents and visitors will have an opportunity to experience performing arts. Goal IV: Meridian residents will grow their appreciation for and participation in the arts. Goal V: Meridian residents and visitors will have the opportunity to experience the visual arts. Goal VI: Local artists will have opportunities to grow their skills and showcase their work. Goal VII: Support experiences in the arts for everyone, regardless of age, race, ability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected class. Goal VIII: Build the human and financial resources needed to fulfill the vision of the City of Meridian and Meridian Arts Commission with regard to the arts. This document is intended to guide the Meridian Arts Commission in its efforts to pursue these goals over the next five years (2020-2025) by providing prioritized and implementable objectives, strategies, and actions. 20Item 2.
3 CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES As the Meridian Arts Commission (MAC) begins this five-year period, it recognizes that there are challenges that must be addressed, but that within each challenge is the opportunity to cultivate the arts as a vital part of the community: • Community engagement and participation: Meridian is experiencing rapid population growth, and our expanding metropolitan area is attracting new activities that compete for the attention of individuals and families. MAC must work to make meaningful connections with Meridian’s residents, new and established, and to educate the public on the importance of art and the opportunities available to experience visual, performing, and public art in Meridian. Establishing partnerships with schools and universities creates opportunities to reach the next generation of audience members, provide programs for youth during non-school times, and use alternative venues for performances and traveling exhibitions. Public artworks integrated into parks, gateways, and special districts can help define unique places that attract a broader community. • Artist involvement: Meaningful arts experiences cannot be offered without the creativity and involvement of quality artists. Unless a community of educated and talented local artists can be nurtured and grown, MAC will continue to struggle to attract quality artists to exhibit, educate and perform. Professional artists also can help MAC improve and promote its programs by assisting with marketing, outreach, and access. • Funding: As the ambitions and programs of MAC grow, funding must be secured to provide arts experiences to larger and more diverse audiences. Partnerships with other arts organizations, state and federal arts agencies, businesses, the Meridian Arts Foundation, and City leaders offer an opportunity to jointly identify resources and use available funding to efficiently to reach more community members. • Venues for the arts: Arts experiences can be provided in businesses, schools, parks, City buildings or even on the streets, but having dedicated venues for the arts diversifies the types and quality of the arts that can be presented. Meridian’s location, central to the Treasure Valley urban area, offers an opportunity to become a new regional focal point for the arts. • Knowledge and availability of implementers: None of the exhibits, performances, or public art projects that MAC provides the community can be done without the support of knowledgeable and committed MAC members, City leadership, staff and volunteers. When a MAC member resigns, City leadership changes, or volunteers move on to other 21Item 2.
4 efforts, it can be challenging to keep the momentum necessary to provide programs. Increased volunteer participation with more help from contracted and staff administrators will be needed to grow MAC’s programs. SUCCESSES MAC has a legacy of bringing together dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to see that those who come to Meridian to live, work, and play can take part in the arts. Thanks to these wonderful volunteers, staff, and partners: • Unique traffic boxes decorate street corners • Art Week brings music, children’s theater, chalk artworks and more to downtown • Public artworks help define and celebrate City parks and other spaces • Concerts gather community members on Broadway • Partnerships bring artworks to private properties LOOKING AHEAD Building upon these successes, MAC envisions Meridian as a vibrant arts community that integrates the arts experience into everyday life and enhances the spirit of our great city. Beyond the five-year scope of this plan, future MAC programs might include: • Expanded youth arts opportunities • Targeted arts programs that reach: o Military veterans and their families o Facility- and home-bound residents • Implementation of a scholarship or free ticket program • Mobile arts exhibits that can reach every corner of Meridian • Artist-in-Residence programs that enhance artist abilities and integrate arts into the community fabric • A central clearinghouse of Meridian arts information, opportunities, and local artists 22Item 2.
5 I. PUBLIC ARTS Goal: Create opportunities for all Meridian residents and visitors to experience public art. Objective Strategy Action Item Priority Comp Plan Goal A. Encourage the integration of public art as a component of community development. 1. Partner with Meridian Development Corporation (MDC) to create public art in the redevelopment area. a. MAC members attend MDC meetings quarterly to identify opportunities. Near-term 5.4.1.B b. Coordinate selection of public art pieces when requested. Long-term c. Request funding from MDC for public art projects. Near-term 2. Incorporate public arts as part of the Meridian parks system. a. Involve the Meridian Parks and Recreation Dept. in upcoming public art plan development. Near-term 5.4.1.B 5.1.1.B b. Meet with Parks and Rec. staff regularly (at least annually) to assess opportunities and identify future locations for public artworks. Long-term c. Establish art selection process for public artworks in City parks (i.e., roster vs. RFP). Mid-term d. Participate in Parks and Rec. Plan process. Long-term e. Inventory parks and trailheads to identify thematically relevant opportunities for artworks. Long-term 3. Encourage the placement of public artworks within private development. a. Create a Developer’s Guide to public art Near-term 5.4.1.B 5.1.2.C b. Work with Planning and Zoning to involve MAC in artwork selection and placement. Mid-term 23Item 2.
6 c. Engage private developers one-on-one. Long-term d. Engage regional Homeowners’ Associations. Long-term 4. Use public art to create and define regional identity, community gateways, and unique places. a. Identify possible locations and opportunities for regional identity public art projects. Near-term 5.4.1.C 5.1.2.B b. Partner with Meridian Planning Dept. to determine upcoming City projects and public art opportunities. Near-term c. Review ACHD planning documents and partner with ACHD to install public artworks in conjunction with upcoming road projects. Mid-term B. Strategically and transparently use funds available through the Meridian Art in Public Spaces (MAPS) ordinance. 1. Establish plans and policies to guide the selection, placement, acceptance, maintenance, and removal of public artworks. a. Contract with arts professional to facilitate public art planning process. Near-term 5.4.1 b. Engage community in public art location and theme planning. Mid-term c. Gain City Council approval of public art policies and priorities. Long-term 2. Install visual artworks in public places in Meridian. a. Install traffic box wraps annually. Near-term 5.4.1.A b. Coordinate the selection and placement of public artworks in public parks. Near-term c. Install public artwork in downtown Meridian. Mid-term C. Promote and monitor Meridian Art in Public Spaces (MAPS) ordinance. 1. Identify MAPS as the project funding source. a. Ensure that project signage includes recognition of MAPS funding source. Near-term 5.4.2.A b. Include MAPS funding source in project press releases and promotions. Mid-term 24Item 2.
7 2. Advocate for and educate elected leaders and community groups about benefits of Percent-for-Arts programs and MAPS. a. Identify specific benefits of MAPS and other like programs. Near-term 5.4.2.A b. Create presentation format for civic organizations, City officials, and public. Mid-term 25Item 2.
8 II. ARTS EDUCATION FOR YOUTH Goal: The youth of Meridian will perform, create, and experience the arts. Objective Strategy Action Items Priority Comp Plan Goal A. Develop and offer extracurricular arts opportunities to youth. 1. Participate in Meridian Symphony Orchestra young artist award program. a. Help to identify and recruit appropriate judges. Near-term 5.5.1.D b. Attend concerts and rehearsals. Long-term c. Maintain sponsorship program. Mid-term 2. Participate in West Ada School District Art Show. a. Identify and provide program judges. Near-term 5.5.1.A b. Maintain sponsorship funding. Mid-term c. Host exhibit at Initial Point Gallery. Near-term d. Promote show, winners, and pieces selected for traffic boxes. Long-term e. Engage past winners in promotion of show and contest. Mid-term 3. Support local youth theater providers. a. Invite Treasure Valley Children’s Theater and other youth arts providers to participate in MAC events. Near-term 5.5.1.D b. Connect youth theater providers with the resources or venues they need. Mid-term c. Promote youth theater opportunities through MAC outlets. Near-term d. Maintain sponsorship funding. Mid-term 26Item 2.
9 III. PERFORMING ARTS Goal: Meridian’s residents and visitors will have an opportunity to experience performing arts. Objective Strategy Action Item Priority Comp Plan Goal A. Present a variety of performing arts shows locally. 1. Produce free concerts at City Hall amphitheater. a. Contract with production company to produce series. Near-term 5.5.1.C b. Place concerts on community calendars and social media outlets. Mid-term c. Provide emcee for each concert. Near-term d. Review and approve performers as recommended by production company. Near-term e. Provide MAC and City staff representatives at concerts. Mid-term 2. Develop additional performing arts opportunities to offer to the public for free. f. Contact and work with Parks and Rec to coordinate performance opportunities in parks and plazas. Near-term g. Work with local organizations and offer them public platforms or sponsorships to present their work. Near-term h. Incorporate performances into existing events. Near-term B. Sponsor performing arts in partnership with community and cultural organizations. 1. Promote and endorse area performing arts opportunities. a. Promote events in Meridian presented by other groups on community calendars, social media outlets, publications, and playbills. Near-term 5.5.1.D 5.3.2.J b. Engage with local arts groups to encourage cross-promotion. Mid-term C. Advocate for the development of performing arts venues. 1. Be a resource to Meridian Planning Dept. and developers. a. Work with performing arts partners to gather information about audience size, production needs, and frequency of use. Mid-term 5.5.1.E 5.3.2.E 5.4.1.E 27Item 2.
10 b. Appoint MAC member as liaison to Meridian Planning Dept. Near-term c. Meet regularly with Meridian Planning Dept. staff to identify opportunities. Mid-term 28Item 2.
11 IV. PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT Goal: Meridian residents will grow their appreciation and participation in the arts. Objective Strategy Action Item Priority Comp Plan Goal A. Cultivate base of arts support and patrons in the community. 1. Develop a cohesive message about MAC and value of the arts to Meridian. a. With consultant help, define a branding, messaging, and marketing plan. Near-term 5.4.2 b. Create marketing materials, such as functional, reusable and/or recyclable gifts, to provide to new residents and to hand out at events Long-term c. Update MAC’s web and social media presence. Mid-term d. Regularly evaluate effectiveness of marketing approaches. Long-term 2. Promote MAC programs and public artworks to the community. a. Make presentations to civic organizations regularly. Mid-term 5.4.2 b. Designate a MAC representative to attend concerts and events. Near-term c. Use existing MAC programs such as Art Week to provide arts information by having a booth and using an emcee for announcements. Near-term d. Maintain good relationship with local media by welcoming and inviting them to meetings and programs. Mid-term e. Work with City Communications manager to issue press releases about MAC activities and update online information outlets. Near-term f. Create a for-credit social media internship opportunity to gain Long-term 29Item 2.
12 assistance in promoting MAC activities via social media. g. Partner with other organizations to cross-promote arts events and opportunities. Near-term h. Encourage digital engagement with public artworks. Long-term B. Pursue public input into MAC’s programs and goals. 1. Provide opportunity for attendees and public to give input at MAC programs. a. Provide an easy and quick evaluation tool at appropriate events to gather audience feedback. Near-term 5.4.1.E b. Set up MAC info booth at appropriate events with a tool to gather public input. Mid-term 2. Provide remote opportunities for the community to give input into MAC programs. a. Work with City Information Technology Dept. to create online public input opportunity. Near-term 5.4.1.E b. Promote link to online public input opportunities at MAC events and programs. Near-term 3. Welcome and invite members of the public to participate in MAC meetings and programs. a. Invite community members to participate in the selection of public artworks. Mid-term 5.4.1.E b. Promote MAC meeting schedule to public. Long-term c. Invite community members to speak or present to MAC. Long-term 30Item 2.
13 V. VISUAL ARTS EXHIBITIONS Goal: Meridian residents and visitors will have the opportunity to experience the visual arts. Objective Strategy Action Item Priority Comp Plan Goal A. Present visual arts exhibits for the community to enjoy. 1. Provide exhibits in the Initial Point Gallery at City Hall. a. Coordinate rotating exhibits in the gallery annually. Near-term 5.4.1.A b. Issue call to artists, vet applying artists, and work with selected artists before, during, and at the end of each exhibit. Near-term c. Establish volunteer group to assist with exhibit installation and removal responsibilities. Mid-term 2. Provide opportunities for the presentation of temporary artworks. a. Develop guidelines and policies for temporary artworks. Mid-term 5.4.1.A 5.4.1.D b. Identify potential spaces and venues for temporary artworks. Long-term c. Engage in partnerships with artists and arts groups to provide temporary artworks. Long-term B. Encourage presentation of visual arts by partnering with organizations and business. 1. Foster and encourage the presentation of impromptu artworks. a. Gather examples of impromptu artworks from other communities to share. Mid-term 5.4.1.D b. Create incentive for presentation of impromptu works during Art Week. Long-term 2. Provide encouragement and advice to businesses to exhibit artworks. a. Outline benefits to businesses that install art exhibits. Long-term 5.5.1.E b. Offer and provide guidance to businesses on best practices and techniques for exhibits. Long-term C. Encourage accessibility and a. Install signage in City Hall Plaza and/or along Main Street. Near-term 31Item 2.
14 awareness for Initial Point Gallery 1. Develop mechanisms to increase public awareness of the gallery. b. Consider internal signage options that would increase public awareness of the gallery. Mid-term 2. Strengthen marketing efforts to promote the gallery. a. Work closely with Communications Manager to increase publicity for gallery. Mid-term b. Consider increasing funding devoted to gallery promotions via radio, print, or social media. Mid-term 32Item 2.
15 VI. SUPPORTING LOCAL ARTISTS Goal: Provide local artists opportunities to grow their skills and showcase their work. Objective Strategy Action Item Priority Comp Plan Goal A. Visual artists will be provided exhibition opportunities. 1. Coordinate rotating exhibits in the Initial Point Gallery. a. Assist artists with exhibit installation and removal. Near-term 5.4.1.A b. Provide display space for artists’ information. Near-term c. Promote the artist at the opening-night event and through other MAC marketing efforts. Near-term B. Provide professional development trainings and opportunities for artists. 1. Incorporate professional development opportunities for artists into the Art Week program. a. Reach out to local artists to identify types of programs they need. Near-term 5.4.1.E b. Partner with organizations, such as the Idaho Commission on the Arts, Meridian Library District, and the Small Business Development Center and others, to facilitate, host, and lead the workshops. Near-term c. Identify local venues that may benefit from hosting a workshop for artists. Mid-term C. Recognize and celebrate outstanding local artists. 1. Present Mayor Tammy deWeerd Award in the Arts. a. Assist with nomination and selection process. Near-term 5.4.1.D b. Promote selected artists via MAC media outlets and at MAC programs. Mid-term 33Item 2.
16 VII. ARTS ACCESS Goal: Support experiences in the arts for everyone, regardless of age, race, ability or other protected class. Objective Strategy Action Item Priority Comp Plan Goal A. Broaden experiences and showcase all facets of arts from diverse cultural backgrounds. 1. Develop partnerships with local and regional cultural arts organizations and artists. a. Identify local and regional cultural organizations. Near-term 5.4.1.D 5.5.1.C 5.3.2.J b. MAC representatives meet with cultural organizations to discuss partnership opportunities. Mid-term 2. Incorporate cultural arts into existing MAC programs. a. Consider cultural representation when selecting artists for MAC performances and exhibits. Near-term 5.4.1.D 5.5.1.C B. Ensure that arts programs, projects, and exhibits are accessible to differently abled persons. 1. Make exhibitions at Initial Point Gallery as accessible to all as possible. a. Conduct an audit of the Initial Point Gallery exhibit practices to identify any needed accessibility improvements (e.g., Braille title cards). Near-term 5.5.1 2. Encourage access in calls to artists. b. Revise calls to artists to invite proposals from artists on how their work is or can be made accessible. Mid-term C. Ensure arts opportunities can be enjoyed regardless of economic status. 1. Continue to provide free arts experiences. a. Clearly promote free arts exhibits, public artworks, and performances as being no-cost or free. Near-term 5.5.1 2. Explore establishment of an arts participation scholarship or free ticket program. a. Research how other arts commissions provide scholarships or free ticket programs. Long-term 34Item 2.
17 VIII. SUSTAINABILITY Goal: Build the human and financial resources needed to fulfill the vision of the City of Meridian and Meridian Arts Commission. Objective Strategy Action Item Priority Comp Plan Goal A. Secure the professional expertise needed to provide quality programs and operate efficiently. 1. Partner with City departments to fully use existing City staff resources. a. Meet with City Dept. staff to identify opportunities for collaboration and assistance. Near-term 5.4 5.5 b. Use existing City staff expertise as appropriate. Near-term 2. Explore increasing dedicated City staff for arts administration support. a. Identify needed arts administration duties. Mid-term b. Work with Finance to prepare cost-benefit analysis of more City staff support vs. contractors vs. volunteers to accomplish maximum public benefit. Long-term c. Present gathered information to City Council and management. Long-term 3. Contract with consultants or other professionals to accomplish specific tasks. a. Annually identify the need and scope of work for consultants or contract professional assistance. Near-term b. Include professional services in MAC budget. Mid-term 4. Identify and promote for-credit internship opportunities. a. Develop description(s) of internship opportunities based on MAC needs. Near-term b. Identify schools and/or universities that would be willing partners. Mid-term c. Open position for intern(s). Long-term d. Document and evaluate intern roles and projects. Long-term B. Create and support a core volunteer group to assist with MAC 1. Identify MAC’s volunteer needs. a. Create volunteer job descriptions. Near-term 5.5.1 b. Differentiate between short-term and ongoing/standing volunteer positions. Near-term 35Item 2.
18 programs and operations. 2. Develop a volunteer recruitment strategy. a. Research best practices for volunteer recruitment. Mid-term b. Identify likely volunteers by matching MAC needs with the expertise and availability of groups and individuals. Long-term 3. Recognize volunteers in a meaningful way. a. Research examples and develop a list of recognition strategies that can be used. Near-term b. Get to know each volunteer and tailor recognition to interests. Long-term C. Increase the skills and expertise of the Meridian Arts Commission and its committees. 1. Maintain a well-rounded Meridian Arts Commission that is focused and goal-oriented. a. Provide a formal and comprehensive orientation for new MAC members. Near-term 5.4 5.5 b. Align meeting agendas with Strategic Plan goals/objectives. Near-term c. Continue to work in committees to streamline programs and operations. Near-term d. When MAC member openings occur, identify skills needed and recruit members accordingly. Mid-term 2. Provide skills development training opportunities to MAC members. a. Identify needed skills. Near-term b. Partner with organizations such as the Idaho Commission on the Arts to provide board training. Mid-term D. Seek and obtain the financial resources needed to fulfill MAC’s goals. 1. Pursue grant funding from public agencies and private foundations. a. Research and document grant opportunities. Near-term 5.4 5.5 b. Apply for grants as they fit program needs. Mid-term c. Obtain professional grant writing or administration services as needed. Long-term d. Seek partnerships with other organizations to pursue grant opportunities. Mid-term 2. Identify and secure individual contributions a. Obtain or attend fundraising training for MAC members. Mid-term 36Item 2.
19 and business sponsorships. b. Annually identify MAC program/project needs for private donations, sponsorships, and in-kind contributions. Mid-term c. Match MAC programs and projects with the interests of individuals and businesses. Mid-term d. Offer businesses meaningful marketing exposure in recognition of sponsorships. Near-term 3. Formalize and execute a donor recognition program. a. Establish levels of giving and corresponding recognition strategies. Near-term b. Invite donors to sponsored events. Mid-term c. Publicly acknowledge granting agencies, donors, and sponsors at MAC events. Near-term d. Promptly thank donors and sponsors. Near-term 37Item 2.
MERIDIAN ARTS COMMISSION
PUBLIC ART STARTEGIC PLAN – CHARRETTE NOTES
March 2, 2021
Meeting / Charrette called to order 10:03am
Attendance:
Lizzie Taylor
Jessica Peters, Vice Chair
Natalie Schofield
Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair
Leslie Mauldin
Raeya Wardle
Bobby Gaytan
Tom Vannucci, Charrette Facilitator
Audrey Belnap
Motion and second to approve agenda were accepted
and all voted to approve
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Item 2.
NEW BUSINESS (ACTION ITEMS)
Tom reviewed housekeeping Items for the charrette
Tom introduced and reviewed the charrette process to
give participants a higher comfort level and access to
consistent vocabulary
Big Bang Theory – Please Pass the Butter:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a91T8MdXXMc
Team identify and verbalize workshop objective
39
Item 2.
Tom introduced Mickey’s ten commandments for
discovery, identification and as a measurement tool
template
Team reviewed existing Public Arts Strategic Plan and
identified successes
40
Item 2.
SUCCESSESS
• Public Art survey
• Concerts on Broadway
• Mural Series
o Increased number of artist applicants
o Increased property owner interest and
number of location recipients
• Partnership established with Parks and Rec
o Number of public art installations in public
parks
o Art installations gives public parks identity
o Renaissance, Centennial, etc.
• Traffic Box Art adds to directional reference
• Traffic Box artist repository
• Online Art Location Data Map
• Tax money allocation
o $.0.50 per resident
o NTE $50,000 yearly
• KEY IMPROVEMENTS
o Better identify and inform where public art is
located
o Regularly review MAC Strategic Plan and
measure success then identify areas of
improvement
o Create actionable items for responsible
parties
o Hold ourselves accountable
o Establish partnerships with HOAs citywide
• ACTION ITEM
o Update online art location data map
o Facebook Page – Add art location map
SUCCESSES
•Unique traffic boxes decorate
street corners
•Public artworks help define
and celebrate City parks and
other spaces
•Partnerships bring artworks
to private properties
https://www.arcgis.com/apps/MapTour/index.html?
appid=18fc1a7b1e464c378d487ccbfec4be12&autoplay
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Item 2.
EXPLORATION & FREE ASSOCIATION
• Explore and consume Meridian’s public art
• Increase resident’s awareness
o Create a citywide art guide
o Create activities to drive traffic to public art
§ Art passport
§ Include QR codes at installations
§ Increase social media presence
• Selfie zoos
• #meridianart&me
• #meridianinthearts
§ Art geocaching
• Art bingo
• Ongoing contest culminating
at an annual event
• Focus energy in downtown area
o Expand installations in downtown areas
§ Supports a small-town local feeling
• Advertise downtown
o At the Village
o Downtown kiosks
• KEY IMPROVEMENTS
o TBD
• ACTION ITEM
Redesign and update downtown kiosks
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Item 2.
GOALS
MERIDIAN CITY MOTO
• BUILT FOR BUSINESS, DESIGNED FOR LIVING
o Idaho Smart Growth
• KEY IMPROVEMENT
o Amend the NTE $50,000 annual tax
allocation
§ City population has grown 50%
§ Evolve the annual tax allocation to
facilitate a growing population
• ACTION ITEM
o Create a compelling argument to amend the
tax allocation NTE limit
o Identify the process to amend the tax law of
a NTE $50,000 limit.
GOALS – MAC Strategic Plan Adopted 9/12/2019
• I: Create opportunities for all Meridian residents and
visitors to experience public art.
• IV: Meridian residents will grow their appreciation
for and participation in the arts.
o Better identify the art for all residents and
visitors
• V: Meridian residents and visitors will have the
opportunity to experience the visual arts.
o Placemaking and Identity
o City Counsel requests – Focus energy and
investments into downtown
• VI: Local artists will have opportunities to grow their
skills and showcase their work.
• KEY IMPROVEMENTS - Goals
o Goal I – Expand the opportunities for a
growing population
o Goal IV – Better identify the art for all
residents and visitors
o Goal V – Enhance placemaking and create
identity
§ Give “every” park it’s unique identify
o Goal VI – Increase local artist participation
• KEY IMPROVEMENTS - Other
o Apply a thematic through line design
standard
§ i.e., Not hidden Mickey application
§ Consistency throughout the city
o Preserve Meridian’s cultural and historical
heritage
• ACTION ITEM
o Create a compelling argument to amend the
tax allocation NTE limit
o Identify the process to amend the tax law of a
NTE $50,000 limit.
• ACTION ITEM
o Develop strategies and assign deliverable
timeline for improvement opportunities
o Take AIM into consideration with each
strategy
o Create and distribute Art Commissioner name
tags and or T-Shirts
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Item 2.
GROWTH and EXPANSION OPPORTUNITIES
EXAMPLES
• Walla Walla, WA
o Public Art has become tied to the prospering
wine industry
o Increased sense of placemaking
o Restaurants
o Boutiques
• Disney Epcot Art Festival
o First time exposure inspired and lead to
artistic endeavors
• Ghost Tours
• Jump – Downtown Boise
GROWTH and EXPANSION
• Private / Public Partnerships
o Commercial developments / developers
o HOA’s
§ Establish ongoing relationships
§ Meet and inform of MAC’s strategic
plan
• Create sponsored public art theme i.e., Cows,
angels, chess pieces
o Meridian’s Version
§ Milk carton, bottles or pail
§ Nature – Fish, Trout, Salmon
§ Shape of the State
§ Cycling
§ History of the Speedway
• Currently going through
historic preservation
process
§ Race Cars
• Incorporate mini race cars
and dairy cows
• Public Partnerships
o New Public Library
§ Approach Mayor Tammy for
guidance and support
o Author inspired children’s’ book
o Story inspired sculptures
§ Author Susan Nipp
• Mudgy and Millie
o Dedicated children’s art gallery
o Tiny Art Gallery
o Historian – Lila Hill
• KEY IMPROVEMENTS
o TBD
• ACTION ITEM
o Develop protocols and strategies for
approaching private and entities
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Item 2.
PRIVATE PUBLIC PARTNERSHIPS
COMPANIES / INDUSTRIES TO APPROACH
• Agribusiness / Food
o Simplot Food Company
o Cloverdale Dairy Farms
o Dairy Farmers of Idaho
o Albertson’s
o Jackson Food Stores
o Morrison / Knudsen
o Winco
• Financial
o Credit Unions
o ICCU
o DL Evans Bank
• Healthcare
o Blue Cross
o Saltzer
o St. Luke
o St. Alphonse
• Lifestyle
o Scentsy
o Breighton Homes
o Amazon
o Extra Mile – Chevrons
o Downtown Lofts
§ Josh Evarts
o Meridian Station / Union 93
§ Galina Fund
• Tech
o Micron
o T-Mobile
o TDS Telecom
• KEY IMPROVEMENTS
o TBD
• ACTION ITEM
o Develop protocols for approaching private and
entities
o Develop schedule and timeline and make
appointments
o Develop concept pitch material for
approaching private & public entities
Local developer Josh Evarts,
known for renovating the
Heritage Building and The Vault
downtown.
Evarts, who lives near downtown,
said the area is not very active
during evenings and on the
weekends.
“We want to see a little bit more
vibrancy, some things that are
happening in the evenings,” he
said. “This is going to be the
biggest thing (on Main Street),”
Evarts said
DOWNTOWN LOFTS
COMMUNITY
CENTER
MERIDIAN
STATION
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Item 2.
WHAT DO WE WANT TO SEE MORE OF?
• Scale of Installation
o More appropriate for their surrounding
environment
• Functional Art and Expanded Canvases / Palettes
o Planters
o Bike Racks
o Benches
o Fountains
• Higher Visibility
o Crosswalks
o Roundabouts
• Permanent Interactive Art
o Melissa Cole?
• Community Sourced Art
• MAC and Public Art in the press and Media
• Public recognition
o PBS Boise
o Meridian Magazine
o Chamber of Commerce
• Increased representation of all demographics
• Integration and synergy between subcommittees
o AIM
• Mural Series
o Launch party special event
o The “making of” process
• Learning and teaching experiences
o Senior Center
o Community Center
o Lecture Series
o Outreach to schools
o Education and demo
• KEY IMPROVEMENTS
o TBD
• ACTION ITEM
o Create compelling content for press and
media outlets
o Contact PBS producer (wife of Boise Co-op)
o Events and Outreach committee begin
production process of Mural Series launch
party
o Develop strategy and protocol for reaching
out to public and private schools
§ Engage in discovery process
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Item 2.
PUBLIC ART PROCESS EVALUATION
• C.O.R.E
o Tom introduced the CORE process
§ Create
§ Organize
§ Realize
§ Evaluate
o Asked the team how and where we can
improve on Public Art’s current process
• PRODUCTION PYRAMID
o Tom introduced the production pyramid
o Asked the team to only pick “2”
§ Relate it to the current process
• KEY IMPROVEMENTS
o Examine and evaluate the existing Public Art
process from idea to realization
• ACTION ITEM
o TBD
CHARRETTE RECAP and WEIGHTING
• Charrette Effectiveness
o Bonnie – Appreciated the workshop feel
o Jessica – Agreed with Bonnie and
recommends quarterly charrettes
o Natalie – The in-person aspect was
productive and allowed her to connect
o Raeya – Agreed with Natalie especially the
in-person aspect
o Bobby – This is the right time to be having
these meetings
o Lizzie – Loved the lunch and agrees with
quarterly charrettes
o Leslie – Historically MAC has advanced with
similar work sessions
§ A benefit to the subcommittees and
agrees with quarterly charrettes.
• Weighting
o Tom asked the team to weight all ideas and
concepts
§ Show of hands was counted and
reflected by each bullet
• ACTION ITEM
o Review notes with Jessica and Leslie
o Consider another work session to refine,
prioritize and develop strategies
o Deliverable to MAC
Adjourn Meeting / Work session ending 3:20pm
C R E A T E
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Item 2.
$50,000 Actual
$55,419
$105,419
5%$5,000
39%$41,500
39%$41,500
17%$17,419
Location Timing MAPS Goal Current Condition Proposed Artwork Est. Budget
(Per Action Plan)FY19
Revitalization, Community
expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Traffic boxes throughout the
city provide an opportunity for
utilitarian art
Via Traffic Box Art Repository and West
Ada’s “Framed” art show. Five boxes to be
wrapped with MAPS funds.
$5,000
North Meridian FY19 -
FY20
Sense of place, Revitalization,
Community expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Champions Park lacks
identifying features, that make
it unique or mentionable
artwork should be relevant to the identity
of "Champions," projects should relate to
sports type of champions.
$41,500
South Meridian FY19 -
FY20
Sense of place, Revitalization,
Community expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Renaissance Park lacks
identifying features, that make
it unique or mentionable
artwork should be relevant to the identity
of the Renaissance. $41,500
$88,000
$17,419
Public Art Reserve/Savings
Opportunity
Traffic Box Art
Champion Park
Renaissance Park
FY19 MAPS Ordinance Funds approved by committee 8/16/2018Funds Estimated
Funds Rolled Over from Previous Year (Estimated)
Total
Distribution of Funds
Traffic Box Art
Champion Park Identity
Renaissance Park Identity
Estimated Expenses
Estimated Roll Over
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Item 2.
$50,000 Estimate
$17,419
$67,419
7.4%$5,000
0.0%This used to have a $5,000 budget, that was moved to FS#6
29.7%$20,000 do we need to add a budget for proposal stipends?
51.9%$35,000 added by hb 4/12/19
11%$7,419
Location Timing MAPS Goal Current Condition Proposed Artwork Est. Budget
(Per Action Plan)FY20
Revitalization, Community
expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Traffic boxes throughout the
city provide an opportunity for
utilitarian art
Via Traffic Box Art Repository and West
Ada’s “Framed” art show. Five boxes to be
wrapped with MAPS funds.
$5,000
Downtown FY20
Revitalization, Tourism,
Community expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Downtown Meridian is slowly
gaining momentum and has a
major project underway, but
people still don't see this as a
vibrant place to be. More public
art will build the sense of place
and the idea that something is
happening in downtown.
mural or temporary art installation (possibly
a loaned work). Is there an opportunity to
collaborate with Pacific Co and other
Meridian2Main partners?
$0 removed
North Meridian FY20 -
FY21 Sense of place
Trailhead doesn't currently
exist, but is in the works. This
will be one of the first trailheads
in the pathway network
$20,000
South Meridian FY20 -
FY21 Community expression/dialogue Fire Station #6 is being
constructed this year.
Art installation to cooincide with Fire
Station #6 grand opening in March 2020 $35,000
$60,000
$7,419
Traffic Box Art
Downtown Quick Project
FY20 MAPS Ordinance Funds
Funds Estimated
Funds Rolled Over from Previous Year
Total
Distribution of Funds
Traffic Box Art
Fire Station #6
Ten Mile Trailhead
Estimated Expenses
Estimated Roll Over
Fire Station #6
Small-scale, downtown-focused, potentially temporary public art installation
Ten Mile Trailhead
Public Art Reserve/Savings
Opportunity
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Item 2.
$50,000 Estimate
$7,419
$57,419
8.7%$5,000
8.7%$5,000 consider removing to increase Discovery Park project budget
66.2%
$38,000
moved up per planning with PAC, but adjusted budget, to better reflect
what is available (original budget was 95k) - this could be a phased
installation that is completed over the course of two years of MAPS funding
16%$9,419
Location Timing MAPS Goal Current Condition Proposed Artwork Est. Budget
(Per Action Plan)FY21
Revitalization, Community
expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Traffic boxes throughout the
city provide an opportunity for
utilitarian art
Via Traffic Box Art Repository and West
Ada’s “Framed” art show. Five boxes to be
wrapped with MAPS funds.
$5,000
South Meridian FY22 -
FY23
Sense of place, beautifucation of
public areas, tourism, community
expression/dialogue, enhance
quality of life
Discovery park will have the first
phase opened in 2019. Multiple
additional phases will be added
in the coming years. Parks staff
have planned for art in about
three different areas. MAC will
work with Parks to determine
what is the best fit and when
PAC members want to see something large
and iconic as an art installation at this park.
The park's scale demands art that is
reflective of that scale. Art should fit into
the theme of discovery and/or Meridian's
southern regional landscape.
$38,000
Downtown FY21 $5,000
$48,000
$9,419
Public Art Reserve/Savings
Opportunity
Traffic Box Art
FY21 MAPS Ordinance Funds
Funds Estimated
Funds Rolled Over from Previous Year
Total
Distribution of Funds
Downtown Quick Project
Estimated Expenses
Estimated Roll Over
Discovery Park pt1
Discovery Park Major Installation (Design)
Traffic Box Art
Small-scale, downtown-focused, potentially temporary public art installation
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Item 2.
$50,000
$9,419
$59,419
8.4%$5,000
8.4%$5,000 consider removing to increase Discovery Park project budget
75.7%
$45,000
original budget for Discovery Park was 95k, spacing out the project over
two years allows some flexibility for budget so between 70k in first year
and 40k in next year the budget total can be 110k which can result in a
more impactful installation
7%$4,419
Location Timing MAPS Goal Current Condition Proposed Artwork Est. Budget
(Per Action Plan)FY22
Revitalization, Community
expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Traffic boxes throughout the
city provide an opportunity for
utilitarian art
Via Traffic Box Art Repository and West
Ada’s “Framed” art show. Five boxes to be
wrapped with MAPS funds.
$5,000
South Meridian FY22 -
FY23
Sense of place, beautifucation of
public areas, tourism, community
expression/dialogue, enhance
quality of life
Discovery park will have the first
phase opened in 2019. Multiple
additional phases will be added
in the coming years. Parks staff
have planned for art in about
three different areas. MAC will
work with Parks to determine
what is the best fit and when
. Artwork scale will likely require a multi-
fiscal year budget allocation. Project should
be planned accordingly, as to not be
incomplete if a budget isn't approved, but
shoulld be phasable.
$45,000
Downtown FY22
Revitalization, Tourism,
Community expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
by FY22 downtown should have
an influx of residents and
hopefully a blossoming and
stable local economy. MAC
wants art to be a vital part of
the vision of Meridian's future
downtown
options may include: temporary art
installation (possibly a loaned work), a
partnership with MLD's unBound branch,
community center mural(s), or a
partnership with ACHD for thermoplastic
crosswalk decals, and more!
$5,000
$55,000
$4,419
FY22MAPS Ordinance Funds
Funds Estimated
Funds Rolled Over from Previous Year
Total
Traffic Box Art
Discovery Park pt2
Downtown Quick Project
Estimated Expenses
Estimated Roll Over
Distribution of Funds
Traffic Box Art
Small-scale, downtown-focused, potentially temporary public art installation
Discovery Park Major Installation (Frabrication and Install)
Public Art Reserve/Savings
Opportunity
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Item 2.
$50,000
$4,419
$54,419
9.2%$5,000
9.2%$5,000 if Mayor piece is downtown, this can be rolled over
73.5%$40,000 new, budget can be discussed
8%$4,419
Location Timing MAPS Goal Current Condition Proposed Artwork Est. Budget
Per action plan FY23
Revitalization, Community
expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Traffic boxes throughout the
city provide an opportunity for
utilitarian art
Via Traffic Box Art Repository and West
Ada’s “Framed” art show. Five boxes to be
wrapped with MAPS funds.
$5,000
West Meridian FY23 $40,000
Downtown FY23
Revitalization, Tourism,
Community expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
On-going effort for MAC to
make art a visible and tangible
part of peoples downtown
experience
options may include: temporary art
installation (possibly a loaned work), a
partnership with MLD's unBound branch,
community center mural(s), or a
partnership with ACHD for thermoplastic
crosswalk decals, and more!
$5,000
$50,000
$4,419
$50,000
$4,419
$54,419
9.2%$5,000
9.2%$5,000
36.8%$20,000
45%$24,419
Location Timing MAPS Goal Current Condition Proposed Artwork Est. Budget
Per action plan FY24
Revitalization, Community
expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Traffic boxes throughout the
city provide an opportunity for
utilitarian art
Via Traffic Box Art Repository and West
Ada’s “Framed” art show. Five boxes to be
wrapped with MAPS funds.
$5,000
West Central FY24
Community expression/dialogue,
beautifucation, enhance quality
of life
MLD is being renovated. There
is a great opportunitiy to do
something with an external
partner agency on their public
property.
TBD (HB recommends Artolution
mural/installation, perhaps one here and
one downtown/unBound)
$20,000 committee discussed but didn't confirm with MAC yet
Downtown FY24
Revitalization, Tourism,
Community expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
On-going effort for MAC to
make art a visible and tangible
part of peoples downtown
experience
options may include: temporary art
installation (possibly a loaned work), a
partnership with MLD's unBound branch,
community center mural(s), or a
partnership with ACHD for thermoplastic
crosswalk decals, and more!
$5,000
$30,000
$24,419
$50,000
$24,419
$74,419
FY23 MAPS Ordinance Funds
Funds Estimated
Funds Rolled Over from Previous Year
Total
Distribution of Funds
Traffic Box Art
Small-scale, downtown-focused, potentially temporary public art installation
Mayor Tammy Honorary Art Installation (possibly in a park or downtown)
Public Art Reserve/Savings
Traffic Box Art
Mayor Tammy Honorary Art
Downtown Quick Project
Estimated Expenses
Estimated Roll Over
FY25 MAPS Ordinance Funds
Funds Estimated
Funds Rolled Over from Previous Year
Total
Opportunity
Public Art Reserve/Savings
Opportunity
Traffic Box Art
Cherry Lane Library
Downtown Quick Project
Estimated Expenses
Estimated Roll Over
FY24 MAPS Ordinance Funds
Funds Estimated
Funds Rolled Over from Previous Year
Total
Distribution of Funds
Traffic Box Art
Small-scale, downtown-focused, potentially temporary public art installation
Meridian Library Cherry Lane Partnership
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6.7%$5,000
6.7%$5,000
80.6%$60,000
6%$4,419
Location Timing MAPS Goal Current Condition Proposed Artwork Est. Budget
Per action plan FY25
Revitalization, Community
expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
Traffic boxes throughout the
city provide an opportunity for
utilitarian art
Via Traffic Box Art Repository and West
Ada’s “Framed” art show. Five boxes to be
wrapped with MAPS funds.
$5,000
Central Meridian FY25
Community expression/dialogue,
beautifucation, enhance quality
of life
Internal partnership opportuntiy
to strengthen ties with Police
and other Public Safety officials
regionally. This facility is widely
used by both professionals and
as a place that the public is
exposed to. Honor and
recognize service members.
consider something like the Boise waste
water treatment facility, with multiple
smaller installations that tie the campus
together
$60,000 committee mentioned but didn't form a formal recommendation for MAC
to consider.
Downtown FY25
Revitalization, Tourism,
Community expression/dialogue,
Beautification of public areas
On-going effort for MAC to
make art a visible and tangible
part of peoples downtown
experience
options may include: temporary art
installation (possibly a loaned work), a
partnership with MLD's unBound branch,
community center mural(s), or a
partnership with ACHD for thermoplastic
crosswalk decals, and more!
$5,000
$70,000
$4,419
Install 25 traffic box wraps by FY19
Estimated Roll Over
Traffic Box Art
Small-scale, downtown-focused, potentially temporary public art installation
Police/Public Safety Training Center
Public Art Reserve/Savings
Opportunity
Traffic Box Art
Public Safety Training Center
Downtown Quick Project
Estimated Expenses
Enhance quality of life
MAPS Requirements:
Tangible
Visible
Public
Within City Limits
Economic development
Revitalization
Community expression/dialogue
Beautification of public areas
MAPS Goals for Public Art:
Committee Discussed rotations/consideration (one per each five years)
Roundabout/transportation (Comp plan driven)
Park Identity
Public Safety (Police/Fire)
Pathway
Joint Project with Public Entity (Library/School/County/Etc.)
Distribution of Funds
Strategic Plan:
Known Future Projects/Potential Partnerships
South Meridian Roundabout at Victory and Locust Grove
Police Department Substation
Remodeled Cherry Lane MLD branch
MLD unBound Branch in Downtown
Permanent South Meridian Library Branch
Margaret Aldape Park
West Meridian Regional Park
Tourism
Sense of place
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Install 1 major public art piece in downtown Meridian
Install 2 pieces of artwork in parks by FY19
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2021 Traffic Box Art Selections
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Joyce Green, Jerseys in Idaho
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Lupe Galvan, Deer at Dusk
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Miguel Almeida, Somos Idaho
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Ameerah Bader, Still Life Still Here Week 24
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Lisa Flowers Ross, Indian Summer
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Tisha Johnson, She Took Time
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Catherine Crews, Bluebird
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Stephanie Inman, High Desert
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Dave English, Brock
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Cindi Walton, Into the Blue
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Tran Tran, Drama Sky
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April Davis, Crashing Waves
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Marne Elmore, Billy
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Mary Gardiner, Splash
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Rachel Linquist, At the Keys
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Rosa Cruz, Cocoon of Inclusion
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Hallie Maxwell, Sunset on the Seine
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