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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMIN 2010 0518 AC REG MINUTES OF THE ARTS COMMISSION Moorpark, California May 18, 2010 A Regular Meeting of the Moorpark Arts Commission of the City of Moorpark was held on May 18, 2010, in the Council Chambers of said City located at 799 Moorpark Avenue, Moorpark, California. 1. CALL TO ORDER: 6:05 p.m. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Hugh Riley, Assistant City Manager, led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Jean Amador, Tina Hamous, Wendy Molloy, Tom Puckett, and Mary Schwabauer. Staff Present: Steven Kueny, City Manager, Hugh R. Riley, Assistant City Manager, L.J. Stevens, General Manager, High Street Arts Center. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: None. 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Ms. Sharon Noel made a suggestion that ticket prices and performance times be displayed on the High Street Arts Center marquis. She would also like to have more shows offered for Spanish speaking individuals. (This item was taken out of sequence, as Ms. Noel was late.) 6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA: Commissioner Molloy proposed National Arts Month for Moorpark and passed out handouts with information for review. 7. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS: A. Consider Hicih Street Arts Center 2010-2011 Season. Mr. Riley and Ms. Stevens discussed several ideas for the upcoming season: an Elvis Film Festival/Concert, Battle of the Bands, and another co-production with Southern California Shakespeare Company were Minutes of Moorpark Arts Commission Meeting May 18, 2010 Page 2 among those discussed. Commissioner Molloy asked about considering a woman's version of "The Odd Couple", but Ms. Stevens said that show has low attendance historically. Chair Hamous requested totals for this year's productions. Ms. Stevens said she believed it was around 9400 patrons. A question arose about whether copies of updated High Street Arts Center calendars could be submitted to the Arts Commission. Mr. Riley said that shouldn't be a problem. Commissioner Puckett would like to incorporate a free event in which original poets could read their poems. He also mentioned one act plays and short comedies. He will contact the English Department at the college for information. Mr. Riley acknowledged that community help was necessary to head some of the events suggested, since Ms. Stevens can't put everything together herself. Arts Week and several other events are planned in October. Mr. Riley discussed a Student Film Festival. Volunteers are still needed for the bar at the theater. Commissioner Amador asked Ms. Stevens what her target demographic was for the High Street Arts Center. Ms. Stevens replied that she targets all demographics. Commissioner Schwabauer asked if there was a list of "top contender" shows that could be used to choose from. B. Consider Role of Arts Commission. Mr. Kueny explained that the ability of the Commission to propose items of public art may increase as the economy improves and development resumes, however at present projects are limited to the available Art in Public Places fund balance. Normally, the role is to develop plans to spend Art in Public Places funds and present proposals to City Council. Chair Hamous requested speaking frankly about concerns and City Council comments regarding initiating projects and improving visibility. She asked each Commissioner to express their frustrations and/or comments at this time. Commissioner Amador proposed an Ad Hoc Committee for Art in Public Places locations. An outline will be developed with potential locations and criteria. An Art in Public Places Committee can be comprised of two volunteers — not to violate Brown Act. Commissioner Molloy stated that since the Commissioners all have varying backgrounds, leadership skills are needed. Education through Americans for the Arts would be helpful. Mr. Riley explained that the Minutes of Moorpark Arts Commission Meeting May 18, 2010 Page 3 Commission's funding cannot be used for training. Commissioner Molloy said she is tired of discussing old topics and wants to get moving. Commissioner Puckett thanked Chair Hamous for "breaking the ice" at the Special Joint Arts Commission and City Council Meeting. Chair Hamous asked Commissioner Puckett if he would like to discuss how he submitted pictures of murals that Staff didn't respond to. Commissioner Puckett declined. Commissioner Schwabauer complimented the quality of the events at the High Street Arts Center. She suggested posting a calendar of events on the City's website. It was mentioned to her that there is currently a calendar that details events at the High Street Arts Center as well as other City events. Chair Hamous requested that the Arts Commission have "voting rights" and be able to review and comment on projects. Mr. Kueny and Mr. Riley responded that public projects will take time, but there are other things the Commissioners can help with, such as developing a proposed plan to introduce public art at existing shopping centers and other locations. Commissioners voted unanimously for Art in Public Places Ad Hoc Committee — Commissioners Amador and Puckett. 8. CONSENT CALENDAR: A. Approval of Minutes for the Arts Commission Meeting of February 16, 2010. Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented. CONCENSUS: Chair Hamous moved to approve minutes as presented. Commissioner Amador seconded the motion. 9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS AND REPORTS ON CONFERENCES/MEETINGS ATTENDED BY COMMISSIONERS: Mr. Kueny suggested reports from the Ad Hoc Committee and an Arts Festival recap. Chair Hamous reported that all the Arts Commissioners attended the Arts Festival. Minutes of Moorpark Arts Commission Meeting May 18, 2010 Page 4 10. ADJOURNMENT: 7:55 p.m. Tina Hamous, Chair Hugh R'. -y, Assistant City Mana''i