2022-08-11 Meridian Arts Commission
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, August 11, 2022 at 4:30 PM
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Agenda
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_____ Lizzie Taylor _____ Patrick O'Leary
_____ Jessica Peters, Vice Chair _____ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams
_____ Natalie Schofield _____ Thomas Vannucci
_____ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair _____ Vacant (Youth Commissioner)
_____ Bobby Gaytan
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approval of Draft Minutes From the July 14, 2022 Meridian Arts Commission
Meeting
APPROVAL OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Approval of Financial Statement
OLD BUSINESS
3. Update: Agreement with WARD for Wall Location of a Mural at the Pool
4. Update: MAPS logo for Public Art Projects
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
5. Review and Recommend: Final Designs for Tully Skatepark Mural by
Professional Mural Artist and Youth Apprentice Artist
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6. Volunteer: Sign Ups for Art Week
REPORTS
7. Update: Arts and Culture Coordinator Report ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Arts and
Culture Coordinator
8. Update: Public Art Committee: Discovery Park Public Art Project Planning ~
Bobby Gaytan, Public Art Committee Chair
9. Update: Initial Point Gallery: Current Exhibit: August show features four
photography artists: Connie Wood, Monte Stiles, Kris Rehn, Misty Tracy, and
ceramic artist, Jerry Hendershot; Upcoming Exhibit: College of Western Idaho
Faculty Exhibit (September Host: Jessica Peters) ~ Jenifer Cavaness Williams, IPG
host for August
10. Update: Events and Outreach Subcommittee: Art Week (September 7-10),
Concerts on Broadway (TVCT Opener and Smooth Avenue on August 27, High
Street Party Band on September 10, Soul Patch on September 24)
NEXT MEETING - October 13, 2022
ADJOURNMENT
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MERIDIAN ARTS COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 3:30 PM
MINUTES
ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
__x__ Lizzie Taylor __x__ Patrick O'Leary
__x__ Jessica Peters, Vice Chair __x__ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams
__x__ Natalie Schofield _____ Thomas Vannucci
__x__ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair _____ Vacant (Youth Commissioner)
__x__ Bobby Gaytan
City staff present were Arts and Culture Coordinator Cassandra Schiffler; Arts and Culture
Intern, Lindsey Arnold; and City Attorney Emily Kane.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
J. Peters made motion to adopt agenda; seconded by L. Taylor
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM]
1. Approval of Draft Minutes From the July 14, 2022 Meridian Arts Commission
Meeting
P. O’Leary made motion to approve minutes; seconded by N. Schofield
All ayes
APPROVAL OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS [ACTION ITEM]
2. Approval of Financial Statement
J. Peters made motion to approve monthly financial statements; seconded by
L. Taylor
All ayes
OLD BUSINESS
3. Update: Agreement with WARD for Wall Location of a Mural at the Pool
C. Schiffler stated that WARD wants to keep the mural on the East wall of the Pool
so the plan is to stick with the original agreement. The East wall will require the a
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project budget increase of approximately $1500, per the discussion at the July
2022 MAC Commission meeting regarding additional equipment expenses
required for installation on the East wall.
4. Update: MAPS logo for Public Art Projects
C. Schiffler met with the City’s Chief of Staff and the City’s Communication
Manager and the response was that if there is to be a logo it needs more planning
and development, including thought on how the logo would be used and/or for
which projects. This can be addressed along with the Public Art Plan. C. Schiffler
will work with legal and B. Gaytan on obtaining the rights to the logo that was
designed for future use.
NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS]
5. Review and Recommend: Final Designs for Tully Skatepark Mural by
Professional Mural Artist and Youth Apprentice Artist
C. Schiffler welcomed Miguel Almeida (professional mural artist) and Macy (youth
apprentice) who have been working on the project.
M. Almeida presented both the initial and final designs for the two murals in the
Tully Park Skate Park.
Commission Feedback:
J. Peters thanked the muralists for all their work and stated the murals look great
and that she is excited to see them in person.
B. Zahn Griffith thanked the muralists and stated the murals are really great and a
great addition to the skate park.
P. O’Leary stated he thinks the murals are great and fabulous and commended the
muralists on a job well done.
N. Schofield inquired about when the murals will be installed and stated the
murals are really impressive and that she is excited to see them when she is out
and about. Aiming to begin during Art Week but start date will be based on the
outcome of the presentation of the mural designs to City Council and the artists’
schedules.
L. Taylor stated the murals are spectacular.
L. Taylor made motion to approve two mural designs as presented; seconded by
N. Schofield
All ayes
6. Volunteer: Sign Ups for Art Week
C. Schiffler confirmed that the Awards in the Arts will remain a legacy title (i.e.,
Tammy deWeerd's Awards in the Arts) presented by the Meridian Arts
Commission.
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C. Schiffler requested volunteers for the following projects:
Assist in notifying the Tammy deWeerd's Awards in the Arts recipients,
presenting the awards at the Concerts on Broadway event on September
10, and assisting in picking out awards to present to the recipients
Help with marketing the events through general promotion as well as
delivering flyers to local businesses
Assistance at the Kickoff event on September 7 and potentially developing a
hands-on, drop-in art project for event participants to do
Requested B. Gaytan’s help in acting as a liaison to the Key Detail muralists
and B. Gaytan confirmed he would act as a host
Assistance at the Chalk Art Competition on September 8 at the sign-
in/registration table and with taping off squares prior to the event starting.
o Requested P. O’Leary act as the liaison for the Huckleberry Star
Theater Company who will be doing a short performance that
evening and P. O’Leary confirmed he would act as the liaison
Assistance at the Community Art Party on September 9
Help as stage hands for Concerts on Broadway dates
REPORTS
7. Update: Arts and Culture Coordinator Report ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Arts and
Culture Coordinator
C. Schiffler provided updates on the following:
Public art projects are moving forward as planned
Traffic boxes are stalled because waiting on vinyl vendor contract but still
planning on finishing by end of this fiscal year
Working to market Art Week and Concerts on Broadway
Presenting public art update to City Council next week with Commissioner
Peters as well as presenting on the MAPS Ordinance Revision and easement
for the Library
8. Update: Public Art Committee: Discovery Park Public Art Project Planning ~
Bobby Gaytan, Public Art Committee Chair
B. Gaytan stated the Subcommittee started brainstorming for the Discovery Park
public art project:
Discovery Park Phase II project overview provided by the City’s Parks
Superintendent
$150k budget
Focus on interactive and educational-focused projects following the theme
of “discovery” which is the park’s name
Artists can submit proposals for up to three small projects or just one large
project
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B. Gaytan stated the Subcommittee members were asked to go Discovery Park, if
possible, and start considering areas in the park for an art piece or art pieces for
discussion at the next Subcommittee meeting.
9. Update: Initial Point Gallery: Current Exhibit: August show features four
photography artists: Connie Wood, Monte Stiles, Kris Rehn, Misty Tracy, and
ceramic artist, Jerry Hendershot; Upcoming Exhibit: College of Western Idaho
Faculty Exhibit (September Host: Jessica Peters) ~ Jenifer Cavaness Williams, IPG
host for August
N. Schofield reviewed current and future exhibits.
J. Cavaness-Williams stated there were 65 people in attendance at the August
opening reception and that the exhibit is a cohesive yet diverse show.
10. Update: Events and Outreach Subcommittee: Art Week (September 7-10),
Concerts on Broadway (TVCT Opener and Smooth Avenue on August 27, High
Street Party Band on September 10, Soul Patch on September 24)
C. Schiffler stated neither she nor Commissioner J. Cavaness-Williams were in
attendance so C. Schiffler asked L. Arnold to provide the update.
L. Arnold stated the Subcommittee reviewed the Art Week agenda as well as the
opening acts for Concerts on Broadway.
NEXT MEETING - October 13, 2022
B. Zahn Griffith confirmed there is no Commission meeting in September due to Art Week.
ADJOURNMENT
J. Peters made motion to adjourn the meeting; seconded by B. Gaytan
All ayes
Meeting adjourned at 4:04 PM.
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MEMO TO MERIDIAN ARTS
COMMISSION
Topic: Meridian Arts Commission Budget Below is a report generated from OpenGov’s Meridian Arts Commission’s FY2021 budget on October 6, 2022: Meridian City Budget to Actual - Yearly - Project Download generated on 10/06/2022 Expenses Filter Capital - Signs/Art Art in Public Spaces 2021-22 Budget 2021-22 Actual (11017) Public Arts 126,596 0 (11011) Concerts on Broadway 20,000 14,249 (11120) Public/Private Mural Program - MAC 15,300 5,300 (11012) Performing Art 7,000 6,000 (11018) Traffic Box Art 2,500 3,000 (11015) Art Week 2,800 1,975 (11016) Other Expenses 1,450 1,911 (11010) Art Development - MAC 2,000 300 (11345) Traffic Box Vinyl Wrap Fab & Installation 0 1,871 (11013) Initial Point Gallery 700 359 (11014) School District Art Show Awards 50 650 (BLANK) No Project 0.12 0 Total 178,396 35,613
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The up to date Arts Commission budget can be found at: https://meridianid.opengov.com/transparency/#/12604/accountType=expenses&embed=n&breakdown=3a47e743-1b70-4bca-bb63-cd0945429d52¤tYearAmount=cumulative¤tYearPeriod=years&graph=bar&legendSort=desc&proration=true&saved_view=null&selection=F193E0AC960B0A3A987B1B4D363F1466&projections=null&projectionType=null&highlighting=null&highlightingVariance=null&year=2022&selectedDataSetIndex=null&fiscal_start=2022&fiscal_end=latest If any Commissioner or any member of the public has a question, concern, or would like to request more information about the Meridian Arts Commission’s budget, please contact Cassandra Schiffler, Arts and Culture Coordinator at cschiffler@meridiancity.org .
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Initial Point GalleryExhibits Planned for 2023
Artists and Exhibits Juried by the Initial Point Gallery Subcommittee
Presented by Cassandra Schiffler, Meridian Arts and Culture Coordinator
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December 2022 January 2023 Group Exhibit by Boise Open Studios
Collective (BOSCO)
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
Jerseys in Idaho
By Joyce Green
Lily Pads
By Sienna Meuser
*Images shown are representative of regularly exhibiting BOSCO artist’s work
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February 2023 “Mountains to Meadows: Celebrating”
Group Show
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
Mary Arnold
Claire Remsberg
Cindi Walton Jill StoreyAngela Neiwert
Jessie Swimely
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March 2023 Mark Shawver Solo Show
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April 2023 Treasure Valley Artist Alliance
“Let the Sun Shine” Yellow Exhibit
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
*Images shown are from TVAA’s “Verdant” Green themed exhibit at Initial Point in 2022
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May 2023 West Ada School District Show
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
*Images shown are from WASD’s exhibit at Initial Point Gallery in May 2022
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June 2023 Idaho Watercolor Society’s Annual
Juried Show
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
*Images shown are from representative of work from Idaho Watercolor Society’s annual show in 2021
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July 2023 “Back from Sequester –Out and
About” Group Show
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
Lauren Johnson
Susan Kluksdal
Marilyn Henderson
Edie Martin
Jean Ah Fong
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August 2023 Plein Air Painters of Idaho (PAPI) Show
themed with Meridian locations
*Images shown are representative of regularly exhibiting Plein Air Painters of Idaho’s artist’s work
3D Artist Stephanie Inman with sculptural buildings
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September 2023 “People and Places” Group Show
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
Bonnie Peacher Joann Leone
Shelly JohnsonHeather Hainsworth
Reba Robinson
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October 2023 Group Show
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
Deanna Miller
Suzanne de Soleil
Lisa Flowers Ross
Leslie Jay Bosch
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November 2023 Encaustic Media Group Show
At the Keys
By Rachel Lindquist
Melissa CoryKathi Holzer Bonnie GriffithLaurie Borer Trisha HardingJulie Miller
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Thank you!
For questions or more information about Initial Point Gallery exhibits,
please contact Meridian Arts and Culture Coordinator, Cassandra
Schiffler at (208) 489-0399 or cschiffler@meridiancity.org
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CITY OF MERIDIAN ORDINANCE NO. 22-1994
BY THE CITY COUNCIL: BERNT, BORTON, CAVENER,
HOAGLUN, PERREAULT, STRADER
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING MERIDIAN CITY CODE SECTION 1-9-4(C),
REGARDING APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR THE MERIDIAN ARTS IN PUBLIC
SPACES PROGRAM; REPEALING CONFLICTING ORDINANCES; AND PROVIDING
AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS,Meridian City Council values public art because it enables Meridian
residents and visitors to experience art in the course of daily life, beautifies our community,
supports economic development, and makes Meridian unique; and
WHEREAS, funds appropriated pursuant to the Meridian Arts in Public Spaces (MAPS)
ordinance have successfully funded public art projects in the Meridian community, and City
Council seeks to bolster this programming; and
WHEREAS, at its meeting on July 14, 2022, the Meridian Arts Commission voted
unanimously to recommend that the MAPS ordinance be updated as set forth herein, in order to
increase potential funding for public arts programming in Meridian;
WHEREAS,Meridian City Council finds that it is in the best interest of the people of
Meridian to amend the MAPS ordinance to remove the limitation on funds to be appropriated
pursuant thereto;
NOW, THEREFORE,BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN,ADA COUNTY, IDAHO:
Section 1. That Meridian City Code section 1-9-4(C) shall be amended as follows:
Funds appropriation. City Council shall, on an annual basis, appropriate for the MAPS program
an amount from the general fund equivalent to fifty cents ($0.50)per resident, as estimated by
the current annual population estimate adopted by the Community Planning Association of
Southwest Idaho. Annually, no more than fifty thousand dollars ($50 nnn nm f genera funds
shall be appropriated for-the MAPS pr-egfam. Nothing contained in this section shall preclude
funding of art by grants, matching monies, donations, or other means.
Section 2. That all City of Meridian ordinances, or resolutions, or parts thereof, which are
in conflict herewith, are hereby repealed.
Section 3. That this ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and
publication.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this 13th day of September,
2022.
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APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this 13th day of September,
2022.
APPROVED: ATTEST:
Robert E. Simison, Mayor Chris Johnson, City Clerk
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CERTIFICATION OF SUMMARY :
William L.M. Nary, City Attorney of the City of Meridian, Idaho, hereby certifies that the
summary below is true and complete and upon its publication will provide adequate notice
to th pu c
to $01 J
William L. M. Nar , City Attorn
SUMMARY OF CITY OF MERIDIAN ORDINANCE NO . 22 =1994
An ordinance amending Meridian City Code section 1 -94(Q, regarding appropriation of funds
for the Meridian Arts In Public Spaces program; repealing conflicting ordinances; and providing
an effective date .
MAPS FUND ORDINANCE PAGE 3
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MEMO TO MERIDIAN ARTS
COMMISSION Topic: Sidewalk Poetry Project Background: Meridian Arts Commissioner Patrick O’Leary brought a public art project to Public Art Committee Chair, Bobby Gaytan, and Arts and Culture Coordinator, Cassandra Schiffler. The project is a “Sidewalk Poetry” project that was instigated in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Please visit this website to learn more: https://publicartstpaul.org/project/poetry/#about_the_project The nonprofit organization, Public Art Saint Paul, that brought this to their City does consulting work to help other cities/organizations figure out how to implement this project. Arts and Culture Coordinator Cassandra Schiffler has reached out to their organization about some of the logistics involved, and confirmed that their consulting fees are $150/hour for a Zoom based meeting. The Public Art Committee discussed the project and some of the questions involved that could be answered by meeting with the consultants: how stamping is done, locations, how to engage the writing community (which would likely involve a juried Call to Writers), working with a concrete vendor, possibly using letterpress printers for the text, contracts and agreements involved, etc. Recommendation: The Public Art Committee recommended budget approval from the Arts Commission not to exceed $300 from the Arts Commission’s “Arts Development” project budget line to allocate money towards consulting and arts development to pursue developing this project.
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