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Home My WebLink AboutMIN 2010 0817 AC REG MINUTES OF THE ARTS COMMISSION Moorpark, California August 17, 2010 A Regular Meeting of the Moorpark Arts Commission of the City of Moorpark was held on August 17, 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: Commissioner Puckett led the Pledge of Allegiance. 3. ROLL CALL: Present: Commissioners Jean Amador, Tina Hamous, Tom Puckett, and Mary Schwabauer. Absent: Commissioner Molloy Staff Present: Hugh R. Riley, Assistant City Manager, Ken Rayzor, General Manager, High Street Arts Center. 4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: None. 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None. 6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA: None. 7. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS: A. Consider High Street Arts Center 2010-2011 Season. Mr. Riley introduced Ken Rayzor, the new General Manager of the High Street Arts Center. Mr. Rayzor discussed his plans for the season, which include EVITA, Les Miserables, and Phantom of the Opera. The season opener, EVITA, will run for six weeks, and auditions will begin on August 18. Commissioner Schwabauer was impressed with the season, and asked where the vocalists will come from for the musicals. Mr. Rayzor said they will come from "everywhere" and that Moorpark has an excellent talent base. Since it is an important year for the theater, Mr. Rayzor said he wants to swing for the fences. A youth production is planned for the spring, with six (6) performances over a two (2) week period. Mr. Rayzor Minutes of Moorpark Arts Commission Meeting August 17, 2010 Page 2 said he is also considering a "breakout" series, possibly original, one acts, with six (6) performances over a two (2) week period. Rentals such as Miss Moorpark and Miss Ventura County pageants and Noontime Rotary of Camarillo's Magic Show will continue. Mr. Rayzor's goal is to keep the theater as busy as possible and keep it a vibrant part of the city. Commissioner Puckett felt that it was a good time to present musicals so that people can "get lost" in music during difficult economic times. Mr. Rayzor agreed that people come to theaters for musicals. Commissioner Schwabauer was happy to hear that children will be involved in the season. Commissioner Amador asked if rights have been secured for all shows. Mr. Rayzor said the only show without rights approved currently is Phantom of the Opera. Mr. Rayzor explained that he will be implementing season tickets and discussed how he expects it to work — including providing a pass card so that it's holder can see a show more than once if they want to. Mr. Rayzor believes that the strength of a single show can sell a season ticket if someone would like to see a show again. Chair Hamous welcomed Mr. Rayzor and expressed excitement about the season, including musicals, since she believed that we were unable to obtain rights for musicals. Chair Hamous suggested a relationship with Moorpark High School, which Mr. Razor already has since his son is currently a senior there. He also said he is welcome to any other relationships for the theater. The Commissioners offered to help in any way they can. B. Report from Public Art Ad Hoc Committee. Mr. Riley deferred to the Ad Hoc Committee to discuss the item. Commissioner Amador said that she and Commissioner Puckett had both taken photos at various places around the city. The Committee obtained locations of where there is public art now, and where it is needed. They will provide visual information to the Commission at a future meeting. Mr. Riley mentioned that the Ruben Castro Human Services Center construction will soon be underway, so public art suggestions are welcomed. Chair Hamous thanked Commissioners Amador and Puckett for their report. Pictures were deferred to a future meeting. Minutes of Moorpark Arts Commission Meeting August 17, 2010 Page 3 8. CONSENT CALENDAR: A. Approval of Minutes for the Arts Commission Meeting of May 18, 2010. Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented. CONCENSUS: Approved as presented. (4-0 Vote, Commissioner Molloy absent) 9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS AND REPORTS ON CONFERENCES/MEETINGS ATTENDED BY COMMISSIONERS: Commissioner Hamous updated the Commission on the Arts Commission/Foundation booth at the Third of July Event and Kiwanis Club's Wine and Moonlight Event. A similar booth is planned for Country Days in October. She stressed the importance of the Commissioners' presence at future events. Commissioner Schwabauer questioned Mr. Riley about the State taking of Redevelopment Funds and how it affects the city. Mr. Riley discussed the $1.9 million ERAF payment made in May. Reserves are being used now, but the city still has substantial funds available. He also mentioned the possibility of adding new properties into the Redevelopment Project Area. High Street Streetscape improvements are on hold for now. 10. ADJOURNMENT: 6:45 p.m. L(�la /`,p � '1'/f Tina Hamous, Chair or. sow Hugh ' R • y, Assistan- ►I - I -ger