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2023-01-12 Meridian Arts Commission Meeting 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, January 12, 2023 at 3:30 PM All materials presented at public meetings become property of the City of Meridian. Anyone desiring accommodation for disabilities should contact the City Clerk's Office at 208-888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the public meeting. Agenda VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS To join the meeting online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81193754500 Or join by phone: 1-669-900-6833 Webinar ID: 811 9375 4500 ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE _____ Lizzie Taylor _____ Patrick O'Leary _____ Jessica Peters, Vice Chair _____ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams _____ Natalie Schofield _____ Thomas Vannucci _____ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair _____ Hannah Scoville _____ Bobby Gaytan ADOPTION OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM] 1. Approval of Draft Minutes From the December 8, 2022 Meridian Arts Commission Meeting APPROVAL OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS [ACTION ITEM] 2. Approval of Financial Statement NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS] 3. Presentation: 2023 Neighborhood Grants Program ~ Jacob Cluff, Community Relations and Policy Advisor 4. 2023 Meridian Arts Commission Chair and Vice Chair Elections [ACTION ITEM] 5. Brainstorm and Identify 2023 All-Commission Goals ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Arts and Culture Coordinator [ACTION ITEM] 6. Proposals: Illustrators for 2023 Concerts on Broadway Series Poster Designs [ACTION ITEM] REPORTS 7. Recap: Christmas in Meridian Ornament Drop 2022 8. Update: Initial Point Gallery: Current Exhibit: Boise Open Studios Collective (BOSCO) Opening Reception December 16 (Host: Lizzie Taylor); Upcoming: "Mountains to Meadows: Celebrating" Cindi Walton, Mary Arnold, Angela Neiwert, Claire Remsberg, Jill Storey, Jessie Swimely: Opening Reception February 7 (Patrick O'Leary) ~ Natalie Schofield, IPG Subcommittee Chair 9. Update: Staff Report: Public Art Project Updates, Concerts on Broadway Updates, Call for 2023 Performing Arts Projects Now Posted on Website, 1st Tuesdays in Downtown Meridian ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Meridian Arts and Culture Coordinator 10. City Attorney’s Office Presentation: Agreements and Payments for Arts Commission Goods and Services ~ Emily Kane, Deputy City Attorney 11. Inclusivity Highlight: Making Art Accessible to All: January Inclusivity Highlight ~ Hannah Scoville, Meridian Arts Commissioner NEXT MEETING - FEBRUARY 9, 2023 ADJOURNMENT MERIDIAN ARTS COMMISSION MEETING City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 3:30 PM MINUTES ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE __x__ Lizzie Taylor __x__ Patrick O'Leary __x__ Jessica Peters, Vice Chair _____ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams __x__ Natalie Schofield _____ Thomas Vannucci __x__ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair __x__ Hannah Scoville __x__ Bobby Gaytan City staff present were Arts and Culture Coordinator Cassandra Schiffler and City Attorney Emily Kane. C. Schiffler confirmed resignation notices were given by Commissioner J. Cavaness-Williams and Commissioner T. Vannucci and there is an open call for new Commissioners so seats should be filled soon. ADOPTION OF AGENDA N. Schofield made motion to adopt agenda; seconded by L. Taylor All ayes APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM] 1. Approval of Draft Minutes From the December 8, 2022 Meridian Arts Commission Meeting J. Peters made motion to approve minutes; seconded by L. Taylor All ayes APPROVAL OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS [ACTION ITEM] 2. Approval of Financial Statement L. Taylor made motion to approve monthly financial statements; seconded by N. Schofield All ayes NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS] 3. Presentation: 2023 Neighborhood Grants Program ~ Jacob Cluff, Community Relations and Policy Advisor Presentation given by J. Cluff (see attached handout). Commission Feedback: L. Taylor inquired how selected art projects would affect public art. Art projects would be complimentary and would not impact the Commission’s budget. Council makes the final decision on which projects are funded but a report can be provided to the Commission. L. Taylor stated it would be helpful to have someone from the Commission’s Public Art Subcommittee participate in decisions regarding any funded art projects to ensure cohesion of public art. N. Schofield inquired about what the other awarded projects were besides the Legion Hall. Bear Creek playground with a Beep Beep Jeep and other art and a Pollinator Garden at Heroes Park with the Meridian Gardeners Co-Op. P. O’Leary inquired about the possibility to augment the budget from projects with MAPS funds. Needs to discuss with Legal the process for a supplemental budget from the Commission once grants are awarded. Purpose of presentation is to be informative, gain feedback on the grant program, and request assistance in publicizing the program. P. O’Leary inquired if third party artists are limited to local art. Not searching for artists but the person or organization applying for the grant must be within the City limits since this is money from the citizens so want the funds used by citizens. There is a stipulation that this is put out to the public and J. Cluff believes this to mean within City limits but he will follow-up with P. O’Leary. J. Peters inquired as to who maintains the art. Maintained by the City if on City property but this is dependent on the project. Grant application does have section for maintenance information and ongoing maintenance costs are taken into consideration. B. Zahn Griffith inquired who J. Cluff reports to within the City. Reports to Dave Miles, Chief of Staff but collaborates with City Departments based on awarded projects. 4. 2023 Meridian Arts Commission Chair and Vice Chair Elections [ACTION ITEM] B. Zahn Griffith stated that City Code directs the Commission to hold elections in the first meeting of each calendar year and that the Commission’s bylaws state the offices of the Commission shall include the office of the Commission Chair and Commission Vice Chair. B. Zahn Griffith requested nominations for the Commission Chair. N. Schofield nominated J. Peters for Chair. B. Zahn Griffith requested nominations for the Commission Vice Chair. J. Peters nominated N. Schofield for the office of Vice Chair. B. Zahn Griffith proposed to vote on the nominations as a slate and by acclamation since both nominees are running unopposed. L. Taylor made motion to elect J. Peters as Chair and N. Schofield as Vice Chair; seconded by P. O’Leary All ayes 5. Brainstorm and Identify 2023 All-Commission Goals ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Arts and Culture Coordinator [ACTION ITEM] C. Schiffler shared the 2022 approved goals and reviewed with and requested feedback from the Commissioners on the draft of 2023 proposed goals. N. Schofield made motion to approve the list of 2023 goals as-is; seconded by L. Taylor All ayes Commission Feedback: L. Taylor stated the draft is excellent and good editing and stated there is no reason to make it more complex by adding to it as it is fine just as it is. P. O’Leary inquired about prioritizing public art planning. Not in there specifically but there is a goal to prioritize ongoing and future art projects. C. Schiffler added this goal to the draft of 2023 proposed goals and stated that the next Public Art Subcommittee meeting includes prioritizing projects as one of the main agenda items. B. Zahn Griffith inquired if the 2023 proposed goals requires a vote. Yes, and it does help to know the Commission’s top priorities and this list reflects the ranking from the Commission in 2022 so Commission can approve the goals as-is or can re- rank goals. J. Peters requested clarification on added goal as it now reads that the Commission will prioritize public art over all other projects, but thinks the goal is actually to develop a prioritization list of ongoing and future public art priorities. C. Schiffler amended the goal per Commissioner J. Peter’s suggestion. 6. Proposals: Illustrators for 2023 Concerts on Broadway Series Poster Designs [ACTION ITEM] Presentation given by C. Schiffler (see attachment). C. Schiffler stated that if the Commission wanted to select an artist from the proposed list that they have not previously commissioned, that would leave Julia Green, Dana Wagner, or Kelly Knopp. C. Schiffler stated that artists could be selected for different years and prioritized for a multi-year plan. C. Schiffler confirmed that whatever direction the Commission chooses, she will update the artists. L. Taylor made a motion to invite Kelly Knopp to produce, for the Commission’s consideration, posters for both Art Week and Concerts on Broadway; seconded by J. Peters All ayes Commission Feedback: J. Peters stated she thinks this is a great idea and loves the folks C. Schiffler has already approached so far, and this reminds her of the poster contest the Commission has done in the past for Art Week and wondered what C. Schiffler thinks about incorporating these two concepts and increasing the budget. Did consider this for Art Week and saw the poster contest but feels poster contests ask artists to do a lot of work without any compensation for creative capital so if Commission wants to do a call for artist would recommend an invitation to submit previous work and work with someone based on that so artists are not doing work for free. N. Schofield asked Commissioner J. Peters if she is suggesting that if the Commission chooses someone for Concerts on Broadway that the Commission would increase the budget and request the artist to also do an Art Week poster by changing the contract. Yes, an opportunity to have consistent marketing since these events are around the same time. P. O’Leary asked about using the same artist for three years to streamline and create branding. Yes, a three-year contract is doable. B. Gaytan stated he likes Commissioner P. O’Leary’s idea but also likes the idea of giving the opportunity to as many artists as possible. B. Gaytan stated branding is important but looking at previous years there was not any consistency other than color which can be part of the branding so the Commission can limit the color palette. L. Taylor stated she agrees with Commission B. Gaytan to “spread the wealth” among more artists than among fewer and stated the artists approached by C. Schiffler are strong in their own right. L. Taylor stated the branding continuity would be quite significantly increased over prior years if Concerts on Broadway and Art Week were branded by one artist and thinks three years is too long due to people’s short attention spans. B. Zahn Griffith stated she doesn’t think you are branding something if you use different artists’ styles every year but if there is a template established that the artwork fits into then that is more a branding but the presented artists are all across the board. B. Zahn Griffith stated it does not matter to her but if the Commission is looking at branding then this proposal is not it. B. Gaytan added that he likes that C. Schiffler is introducing illustrators to this and that people like collecting posters and displaying them even after events because of the cool art so this is really good direction for these events. J. Peters stated that she appreciates that C. Schiffler did the leg work of finding artists whose work could work on this but is curious about the policy process of hand-picking artists to choose from as opposed to doing a call. J. Peters stated she understands doing a call requires more time and effort and so does not mean to make more work if it is not necessary but wants to ensure the Commission is within the bounds to decide to choose an artist. J. Peters inquired if this is considered a contract for a service rather than selecting a piece of art like is usually done with the Public Art Subcommittee. E. Kane responded that art is a professional service so there are different procedures for professional services and when we are purchasing a fungible good or service. In this case it is legal and in compliance with our purchasing policy to handpick and curate favorites and then pick the one that is right for the job because artists specialize in their field. Even in instances where we can hand-pick, sometimes we choose to issue a call to artists or an RFQ or RFP in order to have a big pool of applicants to choose from, but in this case that is not necessary. P. O’Leary inquired about the budget increase if the Commission included both Concerts on Broadway and Art Week. Depends on the scope of work and the artist. Art Week’s budget is $2k this year and with the addition from the Meridian Development Corporation, Concerts on Broadway’s budget this year is $20k so more money in the Concerts on Broadway budget for this type of thing than the Art Week budget. B. Zahn Griffith asked if the Commission wants to select one of the proposed artists for the poster. J. Peters stated she thinks all of these are great but the fact that we already have art by Ben and Miguel within the City, she would like to vote for a different artist to bring more diversity of art to the City. B. Zahn Griffith inquired who did the art for the last contracted Art Week poster. It was none of the proposed artists. B. Gaytan stated Dana Wagner and Julia Green have his top vote and agrees with Commissioner J. Peters. J. Peters stated she really likes Kelly’s work, even though it might a little edgy for what the Commission is looking for, but she really likes it but would support any of the other. L. Taylor stated she really likes Kelly’s work but that maybe Kelly could de-edge a little bit and that would be more suitable for Meridian. L. Taylor stated she thinks Dana Wagner’s work is very child-like. L. Taylor stated she thinks Julia Green’s work is cute but it doesn’t really do anything for her and that none of the artists are really rocking her boat. J. Peters stated she agrees with L. Taylor and wondered if Kelly could create something a little more family-friendly for Meridian’s family-centered stuff if this would work for this style. Kelly only submitted concert posters but C. Schiffler has seen other work of his that is more conservative so thinks he would be happy to work within design parameters. B. Gaytan stated Kelly’s work is amazing and he could totally adapt to what the Commission asks of him and his work is very well-known in the community in terms of posters and it is recognizable and that we would be lucky to have his work as the first artist for this type of event. REPORTS 7. Recap: Christmas in Meridian Ornament Drop 2022 C. Schiffler shared her experience at the event stating she was surprised but grateful to the person who put out over 20 pieces; the weather was cold and windy and it seemed most ornaments were around the tree in Generations Plaza. C Schiffler saw a few families out picking up ornaments, some were taking more than one but no way to stop this and she noted that not a lot of participants shared on social media, but again no way to make them do this. Commission Feedback: N. Schofield asked if this year on social media participants can be asked to send photos of claimed ornaments via DM to @MeridianArts to share rather than asking the participant to do the sharing because if the person has a private account, even if they use the hashtag, the Commission will not see it. Yes, I definitely like that idea. B. Zahn Griffith stated it seemed like everything was hanging on the tree in Generations Plaza so if there are other areas we want to target for art to be hung it needs to be specified. 8. Update: Initial Point Gallery: Current Exhibit: Boise Open Studios Collective (BOSCO) Opening Reception December 16 (Host: Lizzie Taylor); Upcoming: "Mountains to Meadows: Celebrating" Cindi Walton, Mary Arnold, Angela Neiwert, Claire Remsberg, Jill Storey, Jessie Swimely: Opening Reception February 7 (Patrick O'Leary) ~ Natalie Schofield, IPG Subcommittee Chair N. Schofield stated the current exhibit was hung in December and will be on exhibit through January and she reviewed the upcoming exhibit and reminded the Commission opening receptions are now on Tuesdays and not Fridays. L. Taylor stated there were 48 attendees at the opening reception at the exhibit is absolutely beautiful and outstanding and encourages all Commissioners to encourage people to attend. N. Schofield noted that the March reception needs a host and due to Commissioner Cavaness-Williams’ resignation from the Commission, May and September reception hosts are also needed. Commission Feedback: H. Scoville stated she would gladly be the reception host for the West Ada show in May. N. Schofield changed H. Scoville from June reception host to May reception host so March, June and September need reception hosts. B. Gaytan stated he would be the September reception host. C. Schiffler noted the September reception is not the first Tuesday of the month and was changed to coincide with Art Week which will begin on Saturday, September 16 with the Community Art Party. C. Schiffler stated the September show is a group show of five artists themed “People and Places.” 9. Update: Staff Report: Public Art Project Updates, Concerts on Broadway Updates, Call for 2023 Performing Arts Projects Now Posted on Website, 1st Tuesdays in Downtown Meridian ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Meridian Arts and Culture Coordinator C. Schiffler stated that the artist for the Five Mile Creek Pathway Trailhub has her permit from the City and engineering stamp of approval so she has her first two deliverables and will be moving in to fabrication over the next five months with plans to install this summer. C. Schiffler stated that WARD just approved the easement for the Pool mural and installation is planned for April. C. Schiffler stated the special traffic box artwork at Ten Mile and Pine was approved by Council and the vinyl vendor has decided not to charge the parents for the printing or installation. C. Schiffler also shared that the parents are so gracious and thankful to everyone for everything and it means a lot to them. C. Schiffler noted traffic box artwork installation requires warmer weather so she will send the artwork to the vinyl vendor now but the installation won’t happen until Spring. C. Schiffler stated there is a new roster for the Parks Identity and Theming Public Art Projects that consists of nine artists/artist teams approved through the RFQ process for public art projects so the Commission may use this roster for projects or use the RFQ/RFP process, but noted using artists on the roster speeds up the process for projects. C. Schiffler noted the Public Arts Subcommittee will be meeting to prioritize several projects, one of which is the Valley Regional Transit (VRT) transit shelter artwork which the VRT staff are all for so the Commission just needs to get them artwork. C. Schiffler noted other topics the Public Art Subcommittee will discuss include the mural at Sage Point, traffic boxes, and art at Fuller Park and Lakeview Golf Course. C. Schiffler noted that the call for performing arts projects is now posted on the website and asked Commissioners to help promote the call. C. Schiffler stated that many surrounding cities have a night where businesses stay open later once a month and there is usually an art walk so she is trying to gain momentum for a 1st Tuesday in Downtown Meridian so the Downtown Committee is meeting tomorrow and will be talking about this. C. Schiffler noted this would not be something that would be housed in the Commission but encouraged Commissioners to talk to local Downtown Meridian businesses about it and hopes maybe the Chamber will take on this project as the point of contact. 10. City Attorney’s Office Presentation: Agreements and Payments for Arts Commission Goods and Services ~ Emily Kane, Deputy City Attorney Presentation given by E. Kane (see attachment). 11. Inclusivity Highlight: Making Art Accessible to All: January Inclusivity Highlight ~ Hannah Scoville, Meridian Arts Commissioner Presentation given by H. Scoville (see attachment). NEXT MEETING - FEBRUARY 9, 2023 ADJOURNMENT B. Zahn Griffith stated that this is her last Commission meeting. J. Peters thanked B. Zahn Griffith for her service and as the Chair and noted that B. Zahn Griffith’s knowledge and experience has been invaluable. N. Schofield made motion to adjourn the meeting; seconded by L. Taylor All ayes Now AcceptingNow Accepting Neighborhood GrantNeighborhood Grant ApplicationsApplications www.meridiancity.org/neighborhoodgrant Applicants may apply for Neighborhood Grant funds in any amount up to $50,000 and may request funds for more than one project. All residents and organizations in Meridian are welcome to apply! Applications due by March 6, 2023. APPLY NOWAPPLY NOW Neighborhood GrantNeighborhood Grant Application OpenApplication Open www.meridiancity.org/neighborhoodgrant Meridian City Council has allocated $50,000 for Neighborhood Grants to be awarded to Meridian residents and organizations for projects that bring Meridian neighbors together and improve the community. Applicants may apply for Neighborhood Grant funds in any amount up to $50,000 and may request funds for more than one project. Applications are due by March 6, 2022. All residents and organizations in Meridian are welcome to apply! 2022-2023 Neighborhood Grant Program Neighborhood Grant Program Page 1 Overview of Neighborhood Grant Program Meridian City Council has allocated $50,000 for Neighborhood Grants, to be awarded to Meridian residents for projects that bring Meridian neighbors together and improve the community. Applicants may apply for Neighborhood Grant funds in any amount up to $50,000, and may request funds for more than one project. Projects must be complete by September 9, 2023. Timeline Application period open: January 6, 2023 Applications due: March 6, 2023, 5:00 p.m. Selection panel recommendation: By March 20, 2023 Applicants notified: March 27, 2023 Signed agreement due: April 10, 2023 Project completion: September 9, 2023 Final report due: September 15, 2023, 5:00 p.m. Eligibility and Criteria Projects funded with Neighborhood Grant funds must be located on public property located within the City of Meridian. Applicants must be residents of the City of Meridian. Upon selection of a project for funding, the City of Meridian will require the successful Applicant to enter into a grant recipient agreement establishing terms and conditions of the grant funds (sample agreement available upon request). In awarding Neighborhood Grants, the selection panel will consider the following criteria: 1. Capacity for neighbor engagement in Project implementation and final deliverable; 2. Contribution to improvement of neighborhood environment and sense of community; 3. Suitability of proposed Project for project site; and 4. Long-term viability. maintenance and impact of proposed Project. Application To apply, Applicants must submit the following materials to the City Contact listed below. If applying for more than one grant, a separate application must be completed for each project. 1. Completed Grant Application form 2. Written narrative answering each and all of the following questions: a. What do you propose to accomplish and how? b. How do you plan to engage and use volunteers, specifically your neighbors, to help on the project? How many volunteers will be needed? c. What is the desired impact of this project on your neighborhood and how will you measure it? d. What is the plan for long-term maintenance of items that will be purchased, built, or installed with the funds (if applicable)? Neighborhood Grant Program Page 2 e. What is the priority of this Project (if applying for grant funds for more than one project)? 3. Detailed Project plan, including timeline with specific dates. 4. Detailed Project budget, listing Neighborhood Grant funds, partner organization funds, and in- kind and monetary donations. 5. Written permission from property owner allowing the use of the property for the proposed project. 6. If project involves collaboration or co-funding with other organizations or businesses on this project, a letter of acknowledgement and support from each. City Contact Submit application and reporting materials to, and direct any questions to: Jake Cluff, Community Relations & Policy Advisor Address: 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho 83642 Email: Jcluff@meridiancity.org Phone: 208-489-0535 Reporting Requirements All projects must be completed by Friday, September 9, 2023. A final report must be submitted to the City Contact by Thursday, September 15, 2023. The final report must include: 1. Written narrative answering each and all of the following questions: a. What did you accomplish, and how? b. How were volunteers engaged and used, and how many? c. What is the impact of this project on your neighborhood? 2. Final project budget, showing Neighborhood Grant funds, partner organization funds, and in - kind and monetary donations. 3. Receipts supporting final project budget. 4. Photographs of Project completion and final Project. 5. Check payable to City of Meridian for any unused funds. Purchasing Requirements If the proposed Project includes the purchase of goods, services, supplies, or equipment, purchases up to $15,000 will require one written quote, and purchases $15,001 to $50,000 require three written quotes. Documentation will be required prior to release of funds. Limitations Neighborhood Grant funds may not be spent on gift cards, alcohol, tobacco, firearms, or travel. Funds will not be awarded to support any project that in any way: violates law or City policy; violates a legal ownership interest, such as a copyright, of any party. Funds may not be spent for any purpose or message that includes, promotes, or fosters: profane, obscene, indecent, violent, or pornographic content and/or language; discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin; defamatory or personal attacks; threats to any person or organization; information that may compromise public safety; or any purpose or message that the City deems to be inappropriate or not in the best int erest of the City of Meridian. Additional limitations may apply. 2022-2023 Neighborhood Grant Program Application Form Neighborhood Grant Application Form Page 3 Applicant Information Applicant name Organization (if applicable) Applicant’s parent name (if Applicant is under 18) Phone number E-mail address Mailing Address Project Information Project Name Project Type (check one)  Amenity (e.g., neighborhood garden, bike rack, bike repair station, dog waste bag station)  Beautification (e.g. signage, banners, trees, landscaping, art)  Clean up (e.g. graffiti removal, overgrown vegetation removal, litter removal)  Other: Project Address/Location Property owner Acknowledgments I, _____________________________, hereby acknowledge the following stipulations and agree that if this proposal is selected for funding under the Neighborhood Grant Program, such funding shall occur subject to these general terms and conditions, as well as subject to other specific terms and conditions that shall be set forth in a separate, written grant recipient agreement between myself and the City of Meridian. I specifically acknowledge that: INITIAL Before my Project is funded, I (or my parent/guardian) will be required to enter into a written agreement with the City establishing the specific terms and conditions of the grant funds provided. INITIAL If this Project is selected for funding, neither the City of Meridian nor its officers or employees will assume liability for any loss or damage. This Project may involve risks, some of which are unknown. INITIAL The procurement of any necessary insurance will be my sole responsibility. The City will not provide insurance or other coverage of any kind for loss, theft, or damage that I or anyone associated with the Project may or does incur. INITIAL The City has made no offer or commitment to issue Neighborhood Grant funds; the City shall have no obligation to do so except by, and pursuant to, written agreement. I acknowledge, understand, and agree to these general terms and conditions. Signature: _________________________________ Print name: ____________________________ Parent Signature (If Applicant is Under 18): _____________________________________________ Date: _________________________________ Concerts on Broadway Posters PROPOSAL: USE PROFESSIONAL ILLUSTRATOR FOR 2023 CONCERT SERIES POSTER Background: 2011, 2012, 2013 Background: 2014, 2015, 2016 Background: 2017, 2018, 2019 Background: 2021 & 2022 Kelly Knopp *Estimate: $400 allows for revisions Kelly Knopp, continued Dana Wagner *would likely do something like example 4 with City Hall, a banner, and musicians, *Estimate: $350 Ben Konkol *would do a sax player silhouette, with instruments and musical icons dotted with sparkling stars, and scenery from Meridian's city hall and outdoor plaza and surrounding area, *Estimate: $500 (discounted heavily from his normal rates because he says he likes working with Meridian) Julia Green *would like to work with limited color palette, and illustrate using flat shapes with added texture and line *Estimate: $400 (normally $500) Miguel Almeida *Estimate: $550 Questions? Discussion Concerts on Broadway Posters Recommendation: Choose a professional Illustrator for 2023 Concert series poster Meridian Arts Commission 2022 All Commission Goals and Priorities A. Support the completion of the Meridian Mural Series at unBound library, and the WARD pool B. Support the Five Mile Creek Pathway Trailhub Public Art Project and participate in the selection of artists and project proposals C. Program monthly Initial Point Gallery exhibits, host opening receptions, and market yearly Call-to-Artists, with a selection panel for new exhibits D. Support Tully Park Skatepark Mural completion in Fall 2022 and participate in selection of youth apprentice E. Increase inclusive programming through representation of diverse populations and marketing to underserved and underrepresented populations F. Engage the community through Art Week and participate in programming and marketing events G. Support Concerts on Broadway Series H. Pursue development and completion of a Public Art Plan FY23/24 through researching options for help from professional public arts contractor(s) I. Maintain existing Traffic Box Series; select artworks, approve locations, and commission installation of new traffic box wraps J. Develop an RFP and use selection process to support performing arts programs through partnership and fiscal support of performing arts projects by organizations like the Treasure Valley Children's Theater, Huckleberry Star Theater, and others K. Support the Development of the Discovery Park Phase 2 Public Art Project L. Present Tammy de Weerd's Awards in the Arts Proposed Draft of 2023 Goals Meridian Arts Commission 2023 All Commission Goals and Priorities A. Support the completion of the Meridian Mural Series at the WARD pool B. Support the completion of “Water Metrics” artwork at Five Mile Creek Pathway Trailhub Public Art Project C. Program monthly Initial Point Gallery exhibits, host opening receptions, and market yearly Call-to-Artists, with a selection panel for new exhibits D. E. Increase inclusive programming through representation of diverse populations and marketing to underserved and underrepresented populations F. Engage the community through Art Week in 2023 and participate in programming and marketing events G. Support Concerts on Broadway Series in 2023 H. Pursue development and completion of a Public Art Plan FY23/24 through researching options for help from professional public arts contractor(s) I. Maintain existing Traffic Box Series; select artworks, approve locations, and commission installation of new traffic box wraps J. Use new Call for Performing Arts Projects to facilitate selection process to support youth performing arts programs through partnership and fiscal support of performing arts projects K. Support the Development of the Discovery Park Phase 2 Public Art Project L. Present 2023 Tammy de Weerd's Awards in the Arts M. Develop prioritizion list of ongoing and future Public Art Projects AGREEMENTS AND PAYMENTS FOR MAC GOODS AND SERVICES Deputy City Attorney Emily Kane January 12, 2023 WHAT IS A CONTRACT? Verbal or written agreement to commit something of value: Money –to pay someone or buy something Staff time or actions –to do something Commissioner/Commission time or actions –to do something Policy –to take a position, extend goodwill, or make recommendation Gifts –to accept a gift or grant under specific terms MAC GOODS & SERVICES Visual artists –Public art pieces, murals, Art in Public Spaces, traffic boxes, WASD student artists Performing artists –TVCT, MSO, Concerts on Broadway, Art Week, IPG openings Sponsorships –events, traffic boxes, public art projects Vendors –vinyl wraps, signs, IPG supplies, nametags Service providers –consulting, internship, training, education Partners –MAF, WARD, MLD, WASD, ACHD, MDC, VRT, Dairy Board, Chamber of Commerce, MPR, MFD, private parties Grant or gift providers –ICA, private parties NEGOTIATION OF CONTRACTS Negotiation = Extending or accepting an offer or commitment Execution = Signing written agreement or “meeting of the minds” Who is authorized to negotiate contracts on MAC’s behalf? Arts & Culture Coordinator Arts & Culture Coordinator’s supervisors City Attorney’s Office Finance Department –Procurement Manager COMMISSION’S ROLE Commission’s role: the “What” Deliberate on proposals, ideas Vote as a board to authorize action What to do What to spend (generally) Which partnerships and grants to pursue Act as a board to make recommendations to City Council The commission is not authorized to negotiate or sign contracts (verbal or written) on behalf of the City. STAFF’S ROLE –CONTRACTS Staff’s role: the “How” Negotiate, draft, review contracts (verbal or written) Select or support selection of vendors per Purchasing Policy Issue RFPs, RFQs, CTAs per Purchasing Policy Manage MAC budget Determine specific amount to spend Determine specific terms of agreement Execute contracts or seek Council approval Purchasing Policy authorizes staff to negotiate and sign contracts on behalf of the City. COMMISSIONER’S ROLE –CONTRACTS Individual commissioners’ role: Support as directed by Commission or staff Individual commissioners are not authorized to negotiate or sign contracts (verbal or written) on behalf of the City. Volunteers’ role: Support as directed by Commission or staff Volunteers are not authorized to negotiate or sign contracts (verbal or written) on behalf of the City. QUESTIONS? Emily Kane: ekane@meridiancity.org City Attorney’s Office: cityattorney@meridiancity.org Making Art Accessible For All National Braille Day, January 4th January Inclusivity Highlight Visual Impairment0143,000 in Idaho Approx. 2,850 in Meridian Hearing Impairment02200,000 in Idaho Approx. 13,259 in Meridian Mobility Impairment0317,220 in Idaho Approx. 1,141 in Meridian Across Idaho: Visualizing the Numbers Language Barrier04Approx. 8,000 in Meridian Boise Art Museum -Large Print Labels -Audio guide (visual description and artist comments) -Braille -Tactile Representation Models The Morrison Center GalaPro -M ultilingual subtitles -Closed captioning -Dubbing -Audio description -Amplification to the user's own mobile device -All content is provided in real time, using speech recognition technology, developed specifically for live performances and shows Accessible Venue Seating -Taylor Swift ADA seat debacle -Wheelchair access -Other ways to accom m odate them in venues (space, height of signage) Talk to People 01 -Morrison Center Training 04 03 06 How Can We Make Art Accessible? Making Space -Making everything accessible for wheelchairs Conscious Decisions -Always part of the conversation 02 Multiple Languages -Most common is Spanish ! -Consider signage, audio, etc. 05 Utilizing GalaPro -Would require more research and testing Talk to a Pro -Amoureux AT Consulting , a great resource! 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, January 12, 2023 at 3:30 PM All materials presented at public meetings become property of the City of Meridian. Anyone desiring accommodation for disabilities should contact the City Clerk's Office at 208-888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the public meeting. Agenda VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS To join the meeting online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81193754500 Or join by phone: 1-669-900-6833 Webinar ID: 811 9375 4500 ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE _____ Lizzie Taylor _____ Patrick O'Leary _____ Jessica Peters, Vice Chair _____ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams _____ Natalie Schofield _____ Thomas Vannucci _____ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair _____ Hannah Scoville _____ Bobby Gaytan ADOPTION OF AGENDA APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM] 1. Approval of Draft Minutes From the December 8, 2022 Meridian Arts Commission Meeting APPROVAL OF MONTHLY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS [ACTION ITEM] 2. Approval of Financial Statement NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS] 3. Presentation: 2023 Neighborhood Grants Program ~ Jacob Cluff, Community Relations and Policy Advisor 4. 2023 Meridian Arts Commission Chair and Vice Chair Elections [ACTION ITEM] 5. Brainstorm and Identify 2023 All-Commission Goals ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Arts and Culture Coordinator [ACTION ITEM] 1 6. Proposals: Illustrators for 2023 Concerts on Broadway Series Poster Designs [ACTION ITEM] REPORTS 7. Recap: Christmas in Meridian Ornament Drop 2022 8. Update: Initial Point Gallery: Current Exhibit: Boise Open Studios Collective (BOSCO) Opening Reception December 16 (Host: Lizzie Taylor); Upcoming: "Mountains to Meadows: Celebrating" Cindi Walton, Mary Arnold, Angela Neiwert, Claire Remsberg, Jill Storey, Jessie Swimely: Opening Reception February 7 (Patrick O'Leary) ~ Natalie Schofield, IPG Subcommittee Chair 9. Update: Staff Report: Public Art Project Updates, Concerts on Broadway Updates, Call for 2023 Performing Arts Projects Now Posted on Website, 1st Tuesdays in Downtown Meridian ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Meridian Arts and Culture Coordinator 10. City Attorney’s Office Presentation: Agreements and Payments for Arts Commission Goods and Services ~ Emily Kane, Deputy City Attorney 11. Inclusivity Highlight: Making Art Accessible to All: January Inclusivity Highlight ~ Hannah Scoville, Meridian Arts Commissioner NEXT MEETING - FEBRUARY 9, 2023 ADJOURNMENT 2 MERIDIAN ARTS COMMISSION MEETING City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho Thursday, December 08, 2022 at 3:30 PM MINUTES ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE __x__ Lizzie Taylor __x__ Patrick O'Leary __x__ Jessica Peters, Vice Chair _____ Jenifer Cavaness-Williams __x__ Natalie Schofield _____ Thomas Vannucci __x__ Bonnie Zahn Griffith, Chair __x__ Hannah Scoville __x__ Bobby Gaytan City staff present were Arts and Culture Coordinator Cassandra Schiffler and City Deputy Attorney Emily Kane. ADOPTION OF AGENDA J. Peters made motion to adopt agenda; seconded by H. Scoville APPROVAL OF MINUTES [ACTION ITEM] 1. Approval of Draft Minutes From the November 10, 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 L. Taylor made motion to approve monthly financial statements; seconded by P. O’Leary All ayes NEW BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS] 3. Review and Make Recommendation to City Council: New Special Traffic Box Wrap at Ten Mile and Pine with Artwork by High School Student Terry Binder B. Gaytan reviewed the background of the project and stated the Public Art Committee reviewed several images of the student’s artwork that was sent by his 3 Item 1. parent and selected one piece of the student’s work to wrap the smaller, unwrapped box at Ten Mile and Pine as the larger box at Ten Mile and Pine is already wrapped. B. Gaytan stated that since this artwork has not gone through the standard selection process, wrapping this box will require a sponsorship by the Binder family and the cost will be $591. B. Gaytan stated this is not an action item so the Subcommittee did not take an official vote but is instead recommending a particular piece of artwork to wrap the small traffic box at Ten Mile and Pine if the family sponsors the cost of wrapping the box. C. Schiffler confirmed the family will sponsor the traffic box by paying for the installation. L. Taylor made motion to approve the recommendation to City Council; seconded by N. Schofield All ayes 4. Discuss Public Art Signage: Mural Plaques ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Meridian Arts and Culture Coordinator C. Schiffler shared images of sample signage both locally and from the sign company, one which includes braille, but would like to continue to research signage options and to look at more examples of signage currently installed at City public art pieces in order to keep signage consistent. C. Schiffler recommends having only the title, artist’s name and installation year done in braille, even if signs include more text, as this seems to be common practice with other public art signs she has seen. Commission Feedback: H. Scoville inquired if signage is for one specific piece or for all City public art pieces. Initially discussion was for the mural series for recently completed murals, but the Commission should consider keeping signage consistent for future mural installations. H. Scoville inquired if the Commission would be designing the signage or selecting signage from templates. Internal design so Commissioners are welcome to assist the Arts & Culture Coordinator and likely each sign would be customized to match the piece it will be with as seen in the samples shown during the meeting. H. Scoville stated she has seen signage where the braille is placed over the visible word as a space-saving option. J. Peters noted that for the Five Mile Creek Pathway Trailhub there was discussion about the developer of that neighborhood needing to contribute signage so the Commission may not have a say in the signage design. J. Peters stated she likes adding more information and graphics to signage as long as the budget allows since multiple signs are needed at this time. J. Peters inquired if pricing was known for the different signage styles. Not a huge price difference for signs with more text so approximately $200 per sign, and costs should be able to be deducted from the MAPS budget. 4 Item 1. B. Gaytan agreed with Commissioner Peters that he likes adding more information but Committee originally selected a three-line item to include braille; however, if similar cost even with more text, information about the piece can be added. P. O’Leary inquired if the larger signs would include braille. Yes, but would probably just do braille for the artwork title, artist’s name, and installation year; otherwise would need to be 3 times as big as proposed 8”x12” sign if all text on the sign was done in braille. P. O’Leary inquired about the cost difference to have all text on the sign in braille. No exact cost at this time but also need to consider how large the sign would need to be if all text on the sign was also done in braille. P. O’Leary inquired if braille could be on the opposite side of the sign. No, because signs would be attached to walls. B. Zahn Griffith inquired as to signage dimensions. Committee originally discussed a 4”x6” sign to include name, title, date and a small logo but samples shown from Boise and the Zamzows Mill are in the 8”x12” range. B. Zahn Griffith inquired providing the information via an audio option with headphones might be possible. N. Schofield recommended using a QR code or short statement that directs people to the Commission’s website or social media page or the artist’s website/social media page for more information. N. Schofield stated that once the MAPS logo is approved these signs would be a great place to add the logo. L. Taylor stated her preferred design would be the title written out and in braille, the artist’s name written out and in braille, the installation date written out and in braille, and then a statement from the artist written out only and not to exceed 100 words, based on her experience working at the Braille Institute in Los Angeles for about six years because most blind or partially-sighted persons who attend exhibitions or places with art do not travel alone so the person’s companion could read the written statement. L. Taylor stated braille requires a lot of space and is read one letter at a time. C. Schiffler thanked the Commission for the discussion and feedback, and will continue to research Meridian signage and options. OLD BUSINESS [ACTION ITEMS] 5. Review and Make Recommendation: Draft of 2023 Call for Performing Arts Projects ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Meridian Arts and Culture Coordinator C. Schiffler stated this draft is quite a bit different than the first draft, and based on the Commission’s Strategic Plan and the history of the budget for performing arts projects, this call is geared towards youth theater and projects must benefit Meridian youth. C. Schiffler stated this is a call for proposals and there will be no online application to submit, applicants will put together and submit all materials. C. Schiffler stated that as soon as the call is approved she will send it directly to those organizations who have reached out to her about it. She would see this project as a success if at least five applications were submitted and the Commission is able to award two or three awards. C. Schiffler stated she will also 5 Item 1. send the submitted applications to the Meridian Arts Foundation in case they can award additional funds to the applicants. L. Taylor made motion to approve the draft call as last written; seconded by J. Peters All ayes Commission Feedback: P. O’Leary stated he reviewed the call and it looks fine and thanked Commissioner Peters for editing the call. J. Peters thanked Commissioner O’Leary for putting the call together. B. Zahn Griffith thanked Commissioner O’Leary and C. Schiffler for their work on the call. REPORTS [ACTION ITEM] 6. Update: Staff Report: Concerts on Broadway Planning, New City Website, Ornament Drop on Saturday, December 10, Public Art Potential Projects ~ Cassandra Schiffler, Meridian Arts and Culture Coordinator Presentation given by C. Schiffler (see attachment). C. Schiffler has confirmed all three bands presented are available for 2023. C. Schiffler reached out to performers and the sound company early because they book up quickly. C. Schiffler will start drafting agreements. Commission Feedback: B. Zahn Griffith commended C. Schiffler for getting bands lined up. B. Zahn Griffith stated Baker City, OR has something similar to a rotating sculpture program as well as rotating mural system that hangs over the façade of a building via a framework. N. Schofield stated that the Seasons Park signage opportunity is interesting and likes that there is an opportunity to update visuals in the area. N Schofield stated the designs look great and thinks this will be welcomed by the neighborhood. B. Zahn Griffith stated the updated signage at Seasons Park is a great idea. 7. Update: Initial Point Gallery: Current Exhibit: Boise Open Studios Collective (BOSCO) Opening Reception: December 16 (Host: Lizzie Taylor); Reminder to Sign Up for Gallery Hosting in 2023 ~ Natalie Schofield, IPG Subcommittee Chair N. Schofield reviewed the current exhibit and encouraged Commissioners to go see the exhibit. N. Schofield reminded the Commissioners the reception is next Friday, December 16 with L. Taylor as the host. N. Schofield stated that March and August 2023 receptions still need hosts. 6 Item 1. Commission Feedback: L. Taylor commended Mary Arnold for her piece in the exhibit and stated that BOSCO is a very important force in the community and encouraged all Commissioners to attend the reception next Friday and network with the artists. 8. Update: Public Art Committee ~ Bobby Gaytan, PAC Chair B. Gaytan stated this month’s Committee meeting has been cancelled so the Committee will resume meetings in January. B. Gaytan stated that the Committee held a virtual conference with Aaron Dysart of Public Art St. Paul and were presented the logistics of the sidewalk poetry project completed in St. Paul. B. Gaytan stated the project is a two-part process which includes gathering poems and then the production of the sidewalk art. B. Gaytan noted that this project would require coordination between the City and the Ada County Highway District who maintain the City’s sidewalks, and since Meridian is a newer community sidewalks are not updated often so this project would be more plausible in new construction areas or on pathways. B Gaytan noted the City’s Parks and Recreation Department is currently in the process of hiring a new Pathways Manager and this project would need support from the person in this position. B. Gaytan stated the Committee is interested in adapting this project to Meridian but more discussion is needed, including what the budget would be because it requires paying coordinators and the artists, so currently this project has been placed on hold. Commission Feedback: B. Zahn Griffith inquired if other options for incorporating poetry throughout the City, such as murals, have been discussed. Yes, and the Committee is open to ideas. P. O’Leary stated maybe poetry/spoken word could be incorporated in to the Concerts on Broadway series as opening acts. Yes, and the committee had discussed working with the community of local writers from places like The Cabin in Boise and professors and literature teachers to generate community involvement. 9. Inclusivity Highlight: The Arts and Human Rights (December is Universal Human Rights Month) ~ Patrick O'Leary, Meridian Arts Commissioner P. O’Leary presented on German artist, Gunter Demnig, whose work, Stolperstein ("stumbling block"), is an example of the power of art in human rights and the power of an artist and public art to galvanize and bring people together. P. O’Leary stated that the artist began his work in 1996 in Berlin neighborhoods, and in 2000 his installations were officially sanctioned by local governments throughout Europe and today more than 90,000 “stumbling stones” have been set out in streets and sidewalks in more than 30 European countries and now make up the most decentralized memorial in the world. C. Schiffler stated Commissioners can present an inclusivity highlight of choice at each month’s meeting but it will be up to the Commission if this becomes an 7 Item 1. expectation. C. Schiffler noted that Commissioner Scoville is willing to present in January. NEXT MEETING - JANUARY 12, 2023 ADJOURNMENT L. Taylor made motion to adjourn the meeting; seconded by N. Schofield All ayes 8 Item 1. ARTS & CULTURE COORDINATOR UPDATES CASSANDRA SCHIFFLER, DECEMBER 8, 2022 9 Item 1. ORNAMENT DROP –SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10 Event will also coincide with the Children’s Winterland Festival –this is a free event from 10am – 3pm at the downtown Boys and Girls Club •Festive twist on the popular annual Meridian Art Drop •Make handmade ornaments to “drop” in downtown for other to find and keep as a gift •Can be hung from trees, propped on window sills, or placed in creative locations •Please only keep one per person! 10 Item 1. CONCERTS ON BROADWAY •The following dates and bands are planned for Concerts on Broadway in 2023: •August 26th, 2023: Guilty Pleasure (https://www.facebook.com/GuiltyPBoise) •September 9th, 2023: Kings of Swing (http://kingsofswing.org/) •September 23rd, 2023: Summer Grove Party Band (formerly High Street) (https://www.thehighstreetband.com/) 11 Item 1. NEW CITY WEBSITE •FYI: the City’s new website is live •MAC’s & HPC’s activities will be found on the “Community” pages •MAC and HPC Commissions will be on the “Government” pages, with a link on the Arts, Culture & History page •Working with IT, anticipate some adjustments •Public Art Map: out of date and application is obsolete –working with GIS to update 12 Item 1. PUBLIC ART UPDATES •Council approved agreements for •Eileen Gaye’s Water Metrics at Five Mile Creek Pathway Trailhub •Sector Seventeen’s Mural at the Pool (installation planned for Summer 2023)(installation planned in Spring 2023) 13 Item 1. UPDATE: PARKS IDENTITY AND THEMING PUBLIC ART ROSTER RFQ (REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS) •Scoring panel is in the process of scoring applications •May have up to 10 artists on the roster for three years, applicants must score 80 or higher to be on the roster •Artists are prequalified professional artists and organizations •NOT a guarantee of work •MAC may use artists on the roster to develop projects, or may use a separate RFQ / RFP process 14 Item 1. POTENTIAL FUTURE PUBLIC ART PROJECT IDEAS •Sidewalk Poetry Project •Transit Shelters with Valley Regional Transit (VRT) •SagePoint Mural •Fuller Park –Environmental art •Rotating Sculpture program 15 Item 1. UPDATE: NEW PARKS SIGNAGE PROJECT OVERVIEW OF PROJECT PLANS BY TRADEMARK DESIGN FOR SEASONS PARK LOCATION 16 Item 1. 17 Item 1. 18 Item 1. 19 Item 1. 20 Item 1. FEEDBACK & QUESTIONS? 21 Item 1. MEMO TO MERIDIAN ARTS COMMISSION Topic: Meridian Arts Commission Budget Below is a report generated from OpenGov’s Meridian Arts Commission’s FY2023 budgets on January 4, 2023: Meridian City Budget to Actual - Yearly - Project Download generated on 01/04/2023 Expenses Filter Capital - Signs/Art Art in Public Spaces 2022-23 Budget 2022-23 Actual (BLANK) No Project 67,535 0 (CARRYFORWARD) Carryforward 26,800 0 (11011) Concerts on Broadway 10,000 0 (11012) Performing Art 7,000 0 (11017.A) Five Mile Creek Pathway Trailhub Public Art Project 0 5,000 (11345) Traffic Box Vinyl Wrap Fab & Installation 0 4,332 (11120) Public/Private Mural Program - MAC 0 3,500 (11015) Art Week 2,000 0 (11016) Other Expenses 1,800 0 (11010) Art Development - MAC 1,350 250 (11013) Initial Point Gallery 700 41 (11014) School District Art Show Awards 350 0 Total 117,535 13,123 The current Arts Commission budget can be found at: https://meridianid.opengov.com/transparency/#/12604/accountType=expenses&embed=n&bre akdown=3a47e743-1b70-4bca-bb63- cd0945429d52&currentYearAmount=cumulative&currentYearPeriod=years&graph=bar&legendS ort=desc&proration=true&saved_view=null&selection=F193E0AC960B0A3A987B1B4D363F1466 &projections=null&projectionType=null&highlighting=null&highlightingVariance=null&year=202 2&selectedDataSetIndex=null&fiscal_start=2022&fiscal_end=latest 22 Item 2. Meridian Arts Commission 2022 All Commission Goals and Priorities A. Support the completion of the Meridian Mural Series at unBound library, and the WARD pool B. Support the Five Mile Creek Pathway Trailhub Public Art Project and participate in the selection of artists and project proposals C. Program monthly Initial Point Gallery exhibits, host opening receptions, and market yearly Call-to-Artists, with a selection panel for new exhibits D. Support Tully Park Skatepark Mural completion in Fall 2022 and participate in selection of youth apprentice E. Increase inclusive programming through representation of diverse populations and marketing to underserved and underrepresented populations F. Engage the community through Art Week and participate in programming and marketing events G. Support Concerts on Broadway Series H. Pursue development and completion of a Public Art Plan FY23/24 through researching options for help from professional public arts contractor(s) I. Maintain existing Traffic Box Series; select artworks, approve locations, and commission installation of new traffic box wraps J. Develop an RFP and use selection process to support performing arts programs through partnership and fiscal support of performing arts projects by organizations like the Treasure Valley Children's Theater, Huckleberry Star Theater, and others K. Support the Development of the Discovery Park Phase 2 Public Art Project L. Present Tammy de Weerd's Awards in the Arts 23 Item 5. Proposed Draft of 2023 Goals Meridian Arts Commission 20232 All Commission Goals and Priorities A. Support the completion of the Meridian Mural Series at unBound library, and the WARD pool B. Support the completion of “Water Metrics” artwork at Five Mile Creek Pathway Trailhub Public Art Project and participate in the selection of artists and project proposals C. Program monthly Initial Point Gallery exhibits, host opening receptions, and market yearly Call-to-Artists, with a selection panel for new exhibits D. Support Tully Park Skatepark Mural completion in Fall 2022 and participate in selection of youth apprentice E. Increase inclusive programming through representation of diverse populations and marketing to underserved and underrepresented populations F. Engage the community through Art Week in 2023 and participate in programming and marketing events G. Support Concerts on Broadway Series H. Pursue development and completion of a Public Art Plan FY23/24 through researching options for help from professional public arts contractor(s) I. Maintain existing Traffic Box Series; select artworks, approve locations, and commission installation of new traffic box wraps J. Develop an RFP and use Use new Call for Performing Arts Projects to facilitate selection process to support youth performing arts programs through partnership and fiscal support of performing arts projects by organizations like the Treasure Valley Chidren's Theater, Huckleberry Star Theater, and others K. Support the Development of the Discovery Park Phase 2 Public Art Project L. Present 2023 Tammy de Weerd's Awards in the Arts 24 Item 5. I n i t i a l P o i n t G a l l e 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 D e c e m b e r 5 , 2 0 2 2 - F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 3 M o n d a y - F r i d a y 8 a m -5 p m Opening Reception December 16 4:30 - 7:00 pm Initial Point Gallery Presents 25 Item 8.