2021-06-10 Meridian Arts Commission Meeting
MERIDIAN ARTS COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 3:30 PM
MINUTES
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_x____ Lizzie Taylor _____ Maria Tzompa
_x____ Jessica Peters, Vice Chair __ ___ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams
_x____ Natalie Schofield _x____ Thomas Vannucci
_x____ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair _x____ Raeya Wardle
_x____ Leslie Mauldin _x____ Joe Borton, Ex-Officio
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
J. Peters made motion to adopt agenda, seconded by T. Vannucci
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Minutes from May 13, 2021 Regular Meeting
L. Mauldin made motion to approve, seconded by L. Taylor
All ayes
REPORTS [ACTION ITEM]
Update: Initial Point Gallery Subcommittee
2. Initial Point Gallery Current and Future Exhibits
N. Schofield told the commission of the latest Gallery installation with B. Griffith
informing the Commission of a successful Opening Reception with 50+ attendees.
Featuring new artists
The Subcommittee also reviewed submitted applications for the Gallery schedule
2022. The Commission will see selected artists later in the meeting. There are also
still openings in the calendar, so the Subcommittee is looking to invite artists to
show in the Gallery next year. Specifically, the Subcommittee is looking for
photographers, figurative artists and 3D artists. N. Schofield invited the
Commission to send their contacts or artists to A. Belnap.
Update: Events & Outreach Subcommittee
3. Formatting Art Week Activities
L. Mauldin informed the Commission that the annual Meridian Arts Foundation’s
Art Sip will take place the Thursday of Art Week, September 10.
B. Griffith requested that plein air painters be invited to paint in the area,
perhaps on the weekday evenings. She also mentioned that Truffles Etc. may be
interested in participating in some way.
4. Concerts on Broadway Coordination
L. Mauldin updated the Commission regarding performers for the concert on
September 25. The Subcommittee is attempting to schedule multiple local multi
cultural performers. L. Mauldin has reached out to a group of Basque dancers, the
winner of the Weiser Fiddle Festival, a Japanese drumming circle based in Boise
and she is seeking a mariachi band.
J. Peters suggested that any groups not able to perform in the concert series might
be invited to participate in Art Week.
Update: Public Art Subcommittee
5. Ten Mile Trailhead Installation Selection Process
J. Peters informed the Commission that the selection panel has scored the
submissions and is waiting to see the artists’ presentations at their next meeting.
After the selection panel scores the presentations, the Finance Department will
advise next steps.
6. Public Art Plan Next Steps
J. Peters informed the Commission that the Subcommittee will be moving this
discussion to the July subcommittee meeting.
7. Meridian Mural Series Next Steps
The Subcommittee has final designs for the Meridian Cycles and Boise Coop
properties. The Commission will review the proposals later in the meeting.
A. Belnap will discuss completion dates with the artists and the Subcommittee will
consider doing an event or advertising for the release. Hopefully the completion
will coincide with Art Week. L. Mauldin suggested partnering with Idaho Botanical
Garden for this event.
Since SagePoint Financials had to drop out as the third property, A. Belnap is
searching for another location for the third mural. She will contact new property
owners in the coming weeks.
J. Peters also brought attention to the new mural on Main St. and Broadway Ave
done by Bobby Gaytan and Sector Seventeen.
8. Installation of Traffic Box Series 2021
A. Belnap informed the Commission that a total of 11 pieces will be installed- 5
from the repository, 6 from the West Ada School District Annual Art Show.
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
9. Monthly Financial Statement for May 2021
J. Peters asked about rollover funds into next fiscal year and A. Belnap explained
that rollover will happen in MAPS funding, however for regular expenses the funds
will not be rolled over. J. Peters suggested using Performing Arts funding for Art
Week.
L. Mauldin made motion to approve, seconded by T. Vannucci
All ayes
10. Approve Final Designs for Meridian Mural Series: Boise Co-op and Meridian Cycles
Locations
L. Mauldin made motion for approval, seconded by R. Wardle
All ayes
11. Approve Artwork Selected for Traffic Box Series 2021
T. Vannucci made motion for approval, seconded by L. Mauldin
All ayes
12. Approve Artists Selected for the Initial Point Gallery Calendar 2022
J. Peters made motion for approval, seconded by L. Taylor
All ayes
13. Review and Adopt AIM Statement
T. Vannucci summarized the document proposed to the Commission. He informed
the Commission about the 4 C’s article and the value it brings to the Commission.
He stated that AIM is asking for the Commission to adopt and to constantly and
consistently ask themselves “What can we do to increase inclusivity, equality,
equity, and justice?” The goal is to make these efforts inherent in the projects of the
Commission.
L. Mauldin made motion for approval, seconded by J. Peters
All ayes
NEXT MEETING - July 8, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
L. Mauldin made motion to adjourn, seconded by N. Schofield
All ayes
Meeting adjourned at 4:12pm
To develop, advance, and nurture all facets of the arts
to enhance the quality of life for Meridian residents and its visitors
MERIDIAN ARTS COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, June 10, 2021 at 3:30 PM
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Agenda
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_____ Lizzie Taylor _____ Maria Tzompa
_____ Jessica Peters, Vice Chair _____ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams
_____ Natalie Schofield _____ Thomas Vannucci
_____ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair _____ Raeya Wardle
_____ Leslie Mauldin _____ Joe Borton, Ex-Officio
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Minutes from May 13, 2021 Regular Meeting
REPORTS [ACTION ITEM]
Update: Initial Point Gallery Subcommittee
2. Initial Point Gallery Current and Future Exhibits
Update: Events & Outreach Subcommittee
3. Formatting Art Week Activities
4. Concerts on Broadway Coordination
Update: Public Art Subcommittee
5. Ten Mile Trailhead Installation Selection Process
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6. Public Art Plan Next Steps
7. Meridian Mural Series Next Steps
8. Installation of Traffic Box Series 2021
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
9. Monthly Financial Statement for May 2021
10. Approve Final Designs for Meridian Mural Series: Boise Co-op and Meridian Cycles
Locations
11. Approve Artwork Selected for Traffic Box Series 2021
12. Approve Artists Selected for the Initial Point Gallery Calendar 2022
13. Review and Adopt AIM Statement
NEXT MEETING - July 8, 2021
ADJOURNMENT
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I N I T I A L P O I N T G A L L E R Y P R E S E N T S
A N T O N I A H E D R I C K S U E M A R T I N
B E C K A W A T K I N S M A N D Y H E N E B R Y
M E R I D I A N C I T Y H A L L , T H I R D F L O O R
J U N E 4 -J U L Y 1 , 8 A M -5 P M
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M E R I D I A N
m e r i d i a n c i t y .o r g /a r t w e e k
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Total YTD Budget
Budget Actual Remaining
REVENUES
Donations/Sponsorships
Concerts on Broadway 10,000.00$ 10,000.00$ -$
Initial Point Gallery -$
Traffic Box Wraps 1,080.00$ 1,080.00$ -$
TOTAL REVENUE 11,080.00$ 11,080.00$ -$
EXPENSES
Arts Development* 2,000.00$ 2,000.00$
*May include expenses related to training/conferences and/or general arts development outreach efforts
Concerts on Broadway 10,000.00$ 10,000.00$
Performing Arts 7,000.00$ 3,331.00$ 3,669.00$
Initial Point Gallery 700.00$ 700.00$
School Dist Art Show Awards 50.00$ 50.00$
Art Week 2,800.00$ 2,800.00$
Public/Private Mural Program -$ -$
Public Art Plan Consultant & Final Document -$
Other Expenses**950.00$ 127.99$ 822.01$
**May include expenses associated with the Dairy Days Art Show and/or Art Week
SUBTOTAL 23,500.00$ 3,458.99$ 20,041.01$
PUBLIC ART PROJECTS
Art in Public Places Mural series (Carryforward) 21,300.00$ 2,500.00$ 18,800.00$
MAPS - Traffic Box Wraps -$ -$
MAPS - Public Art/Signage in Parks (Carryforward)28,096.00$ 28,096.00$
MAPS - Public Art/Signage in Parks 50,000.00$ 50,000.00$
TOTAL PUBLIC ART PROJECTS 99,396.00$ 2,500.00$ 96,896.00$
TOTAL EXPENSES 122,896.00$ 5,958.99$ 116,937.01$
FY2021 Budget to Actual Comparison
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City Of MeridianPosted General Ledger TransactionsEffective DateTransaction DescriptionIDAmountSession ID3/1/2021 pay #1 Meridian classroom virtual performancesTREASURE VALLEY CHIL2,331.00 AP21-04433/1/2021 POSTAGE USE, February 2021PITNEY RESERVE 0.00 AP21-04103/17/2021 Summer Theater in the Park sponsor pay #2TREASURE VALLEY CHIL1,000.00 AP21-04803/24/2021 post-it notes - qty 1 pkOFFICE DEPOT 12.99 AP21-04943/31/2021 VISA-BOISE BISTRO MARKET- lunch for MAC Special Meeting Public Art Workshop on 3/27/21BANK OF AMERICA VISA115.00 AP21-05144/22/2021 pay #1 initial designs for mural series BEN KONKOL 500.00 AP21-05784/22/2021 Recode: BEN KONKOL pay #1 initial designs for mural series AP21-0578 -55181 to 55185(500.00)JE21-0374/22/2021 Recode: BEN KONKOL pay #1 initial designs for mural series AP21-0578 -55181 to 55185500.00 JE21-0374/26/2021 pay #1 for Boise Coop MuralSECTOR SEVENTEEN2,000.00 AP21-05986/3/20211 of 1Expense detail6Item 9.
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2021 Traffic Box Art Selections
REPOSITORY ARTWORK
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Miguel Almeida, Somos Idaho
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Joyce Green, Jerseys in Idaho
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Lupe Galvan, Deer at Dusk
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Marne Elmore, Billy
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Rachel Linquist, At the Keys
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2021 Traffic Box Art Selections
WEST ADA SCHOOL DISTRICT ARTWORK
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Carissa Bramlet, Winter Tree and Me
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Emery Grace Delfin, Childish Dreams
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Gabby Bauman, Art as an Escape
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Sienna Meuser, Lily Pads
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Viviana Ochoa, The Art Within Words
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Autumn Goggins, Going to the Sky
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Initial Point Gallery
Artists
Feb 2022-Feb 2023
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Hallie Maxwell
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Larry Balsan
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Benjamin Hunt
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April Davis
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WASD Annual Art Show
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David English
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Ryan Wise
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Lisa Bowers
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Kathi Holzer
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Amy Larsen
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Misti Millward
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Combine Art Collective
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Mary McInnis
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Jeanette Millward
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Joyce Green
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Joann Leone
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Marcella Gillenwater
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Idaho Watercolor Society
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Jessie Swimeley
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Idaho Watercolor Society
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MEMO
DATE: May 17, 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 necessary stages
of discovery, learning and exploration on how best to positively influence, guide and impact
MAC.
AIM answered the 4 C’s of Leadership questions:
1. Character – Who are we?
a. As a Subcommittee
b. As a Commission
2. Competence – What do we know?
a. About diversity, inclusion, equality, equity, and justice as it pertains to art
3. Collaboration – Who do we bring on board?
a. Organizations or people “in the know” who can help inform and guide
4. Courage – How far are we willing to take our vision?
a. Have ongoing conversations with MAC
Therefore, as we continue to learn and refine our answers to the 4 C’s, AIM requests from each
commissioner, chairperson, and subcommittee for a commitment to repetitively asking:
• “What can we do to increase inclusivity, equality, equity, and justice?”
We believe by making this repetitive ask it will keep this important topic front of mind. This will
allow AIM to further develop an informed standard operating procedure applicable to MAC and
its demographic.
AIM has determined meeting monthly doesn’t facilitate sufficient time for thorough discovery
and actionable strategies. Therefore, we will change our meeting schedule from monthly to
quarterly starting June 2021.
Thank you.
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Forbes Magazine Article – 2014
https://www.forbes.com/sites/ekaterinawalter/2014/04/22/4-cs-of-enlightened-leadership/?sh=1c3298b91345
4 Cs of Enlightened Leadership
Ekaterina Walter - Contributor - Entrepreneurs
I write about leadership, business culture, and marketing innovation
The other day I talked to a CEO of a successful start-up about key ingredients for success. We agreed
that leadership is the most important component of building a thriving business. But we found that
there is a difference between an average leader and a self-aware or enlightened leader. So, then the
question arose: what are the key characteristics of an enlightened leader? Below is my take. What’s
yours?
Character
Who you are.
Being a strong leader means first and foremost understanding yourself: what you are passionate about,
what moves you, what your purpose is, and what you are ultimately trying to build. It also means
understanding your team and what it takes to motivate them to execute on your vision. It means
knowing your strengths as a leader, recognizing your shortcomings, and working hard on becoming
someone who people will follow. Great leaders are not born, they are made. No one is perfect but
having character that others in the organization respect and trust is essential. Tony Hsieh of Zappos said:
“For individuals’ character is destiny, for organizations culture is destiny.” In my opinion, one cannot
build a strong culture that withstands the test of time without character.
Competence
What you know.
Having clear understanding where your competences lie is crucial to great leadership. Your experiences
and your knowledge shape your vision; they are your North Star. That said, being open to continuously
learning and evolving is very important. The best of the best spend a lot of time exploring and being
open to new experiences. They also admit that they don’t possess all the knowledge in the world, hence
they form strong partnerships and collaborations.
Collaboration
Who you bring on board.
Being an enlightened leader means knowing your strengths and your weaknesses and augmenting them
accordingly. Success is a team sport, hence it becomes especially important to form a leadership team
that complements each other. The same goes for the industry partnerships.
Courage
How far you are willing to take your vision.
Revolutionizing industries and challenging status quo is not easy. But that is exactly what is expected
from extraordinary leadership. Being pioneers means being on the front lines, but it also means having a
big target on your back. There are a lot of nay-sayers, as well as a ton of external pressures. Having
courage to stick to your convictions and seeing your vision through is essential to the success of any
venture. Staying on course because you see something that others don’t is what eventually leads to
establishing a new normal, it’s what leads to progress. I believe it was Ambrose Redmoon who said:
“Courage isn’t the absence of fear, but rather the judgment that something else is more important than
fear.” I couldn’t have said it better myself.
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