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ARTS COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
November 16, 2010
6:00 p.m.
Moorpark Community Center 799 Moorpark Avenue
1. CALL TO ORDER:
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
3. ROLL CALL:
4. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
5. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
6. REORDERING OF, AND ADDITIONS TO, THE AGENDA:
7. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:
A. Consider 2011 Moorpark Arts Festival. Staff Recommendation: Discuss and
provide suggestions regarding the 2011 Moorpark Arts Festival.
B. Review Art in Public Places Inventory. (Oral Report)
C. Ruben Castro Human Services Center Update. (Oral Report)
8. CONSENT CALENDAR:
A. Approval of Minutes for the Regular Arts Commission Meeting of August 17,
2010. Staff Recommendation: Approve as presented.
9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS AND REPORTS ON MEETINGS/CONFERENCES
ATTENDED BY COMMISSIONERS:
10. ADJOURNMENT:
All writings and documents provided to the majority of the Commission regarding all agenda items are available
for public inspection at the City Hall public counter located at 799 Moorpark Avenue during regular business
hours. The agenda packet for all regular Commission meetings is also available on the City's website at
www.ci.moorpark.ca.us.
Arts Commission Agenda
November 16, 2010
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City of Moorpark )
County of Ventura ) ss.
State of California )
I, Kathy Priestley, Administrative Secretary of the City of Moorpark, County of Ventura,
State of California, do hereby certify under penalty of perjury that I posted a copy of the
agenda for the regularly scheduled meeting of the Moorpark Arts Commission,
scheduled for November 16, 2010, to commence at 6:00 p.m., located at
Moorpark Community Center
799 Moorpark Avenue
Moorpark, CA, 93021
Executed this 11th day of November 2010, at Moorpark, California.
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Kathy Priestley
Administrativ Secretary /
Assistant City Manager's O ce
ITEM 7.A.
CITY OF MOORPARK
MOORPARK ARTS COMMISSION
AGENDA REPORT
TO: The Moorpark Arts Commission
FROM: Peggy Rothschild, Active Adult Center Supervisor
Parks, Recreation & Community Services Department
Amended by: Hugh Riley, Assistant City Manager
DATE: May 25, 2010 (Amended November 10, 2010)
SUBJECT: Moorpark Arts Festival
(NOTE: This report was scheduled to be presented at an earlier meeting but was
overlooked.)
BACKGROUND
The Moorpark Arts Festival was originally established in 1930. After a period of years
when the event was not held annually, the tradition was revived in 2003 by a committee
of Moorpark residents and local volunteers. In 2007, the City assumed responsibility for
planning and staffing the event. Due to conflicts with other City events, the Festival was
moved from the first Sunday in October (when it had been held in 2003-2005), to the
first Sunday in May. In 2009, the event was moved to the last Sunday in April to avoid
competition with other arts-related events in east Ventura County.
DISCUSSION
Held on Sunday, April 25, the 2010 Moorpark Arts Festival showcased a wide variety of
art forms. Overall attendance at all combined sites is estimated at 2,142. At the Civic
Center, featured artist Andrea Vargas-Mendoza exhibited her large-scale watercolors
along with a juried exhibit of fine art housed inside the Apricot Room. The fine arts
exhibit included drawing, painting, photography and ceramics. A gourd art exhibit was
held inside the Citrus Room, in conjunction with gourd crafting demonstrations.
Inside the Active Adult Center, a trompe I'oeil mural demonstration was provided along
with drawing activities for children. Art by school-age children was well represented with
over 158 youth artists exhibiting work. The Youth Art Exhibit drew a very large and
enthusiastic audience.
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On the Civic Center patio, pottery wheel demonstrations and lessons were offered by
Chad Steel, a student teacher at Moorpark College, while free face painting was
provided by Creative Designs by Camille. Both activities were extremely popular with
youth and parents. A special Tibetan peace flag craft project was provided for children
by volunteers on the Civic Center patio, with youngsters tie-dying their own flag. A harp
performance by Xavier Montes on the Civic Center patio added to the festive
atmosphere. In the pool car parking lot, Matt Oppenheimer created a chalk painting
which allowed viewers to become participants, providing the illusion of attendees
balancing on part of the image, and children had the opportunity to try their hand at
street painting with chalk. Attendance fluctuated onsite throughout the day, ranging from
50 to 250, with the majority of visitors at the Civic Center between 1:30-2:30 p.m.
The Moorpark Library hosted a program of bilingual activities, starting with the Magic
Mariachi Show of Katia and Rafael, and followed by bilingual story time and craft
projects in Arabic, Vietnamese and Spanish. Foot traffic between the library and chalk
art station and up to the Civic Center patio was steady throughout the day. A "Teen
Scene" area was incorporated into the event for the first time. Though the area did not
attract the targeted age group, the music performances and art demonstrations were
popular with adults and pre-teens.
The High Street Arts Center showcased performances by Ballet Folklorico, the
Treblemakers, Pam Rossi's Dance Ten, the Gypsy Dancers, and guitarist Vic Moraga.
The High Street Arts Center reported a continual stream of guests throughout the day
with the largest audiences attending during the 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. time period.
Caricaturist Dave Boatman was stationed in front of the Arts Center and provided free
caricatures from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Participating local High Street businesses included the High Studio Fine Art Gallery with
an exhibit entitled, "Pure Vibrant Color" arid the Fine Print Shop offered an exhibit of
local artists in a variety of media. Overall, attendance increased almost 50%, from an
estimated total of 1,161 in 2009.
NEXT YEAR'S EVENT
The 2011 Festival has been scheduled for Sunday, April 17, 2011. The Second Annual
"Moorpark Has Talent' Show will be presented on Saturday, April 16 as a Kick-Off
Event. Staff is now developing plans for next year's event and is considering adding
new venues including the Art Gallery at 17 High Street, 33 High Street and others.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Commission discuss and provide suggestions for the 2011
Event.
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ITEM 7.B.
Review Art in Public Places Inventory. (Oral
Report)
Verbal Presentation
No Staff Report
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ITEM 7.C.
Ruben Castro Human Services Center Update.
(Oral Report)
Verbal Presentation
No Staff Report
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ITEM B.A.
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
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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.
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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 Ramous 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.
Tina Ramous, Chair
Hugh R. Riley, Assistant City Manager
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