HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-09-08 CAC Regular Meeting Minutes
CITY OF PALM DESERT
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES COMMISSION
MINUTES
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
(Virtual Zoom Meeting)
I. CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Myrland convened the meeting at 9:04 a.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Present Absent
Carol Adney Maureen Boren
Donna Jean Darby Lori Flint
Louise Harding (Alternate)
Liz Hauer
Louisa Higgins
Susan Myrland
Also Present
Amy Lawrence, Special Programs Manager
Debbie Thompson, Recording Secretary
Martin Alvarez, Development Services Director
Karina Quintanilla, Councilmember
Lindsay Holt, Planning Commission Liaison
John Vuksic, Architectural Review Commission Liaison
Todd Hileman, City Manager
Randy Bowman, Deputy Director of Public Works
III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Approval of the Minutes of the regular meeting held on
August 11, 2021.
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Chairperson Myrland referred to Page 4 of the August 11,
2021 minutes regarding placement of artwork on San Pablo
Phase 2. She recalled a lengthier discussion of possible
locations. It was suggested that motions made by
Commissioners should be more specific and detailed.
Chairperson Myrland asked that staff distribute the updated
Art in Public Places Commission Bylaws to the Commission
that will be on the City Council September 30 agenda. Any
concerns from the Commissioners can be expressed to
Mayor Kelly and City Manager Todd Hileman or call during
Oral Communications portion of the meeting.
Commissioner Darby moved to approve the Minutes of
the regular meeting held on August 11, 2021 as amended per
Commissioner comments. Motion was seconded by
Commissioner Higgins and carried 5-0-2 with Adney, Darby,
Hauer, Higgins, and Myrland voting AYE with Commissioners
Boren and Flint ABSENT.
V. PRESENTATIONS
A. PRESENTATION OF FIVE-YEAR CIP PLAN by Todd
Hileman, City Manager
Mr. Hileman noted that he has been made aware of the
disconnect between some of the CIP projects and the Art in
Public Places Commission and its role. He has directed staff
(Martin Alvarez, Amy Lawrence, and Randy Bowman) to
work with him to create a plan of upcoming projects for the
next several years to ensure the involvement of the Art in
Public Places Commission in the early stages of projects.
VI. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. ORAL REVIEW OF CITY COUNCIL ACTION – Karina
Quintanilla
Councilmember Quintanilla reported that at its August 26,
2021 City Council meeting, there was discussion from the
City Council to allow the community to provide input on the
choice of the two sculptures for the roundabout at San Pablo
and San Gorgonio.
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Ms. Lawrence will provide additional information regarding
the City Council’s discussion regarding public input on the
sculptures under Reports and Remarks.
B. PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT – Lindsay Holt
Ms. Holt reported that at its September 7, 2021 Planning
Commission meeting, the Commission recommended to the
City Council denial of the proposed 48 unit multifamily
project on Gerald Ford.
C. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION (ARC) REPORT
– John Vuksic
Mr. Vuksic reported the following actions from the recent
ARC meetings.
The neon signage for Mimmo’s Italian Restaurant near San
Pablo was approved; a façade remodel of the old Chico’s,
now Porta Via restaurant, was approved; signage program
for Leeds & Son on El Paseo was approved; 196-unit
residential project near University Village was approved.
D. LUPINE LANE AD HOC SUBCOMMITTEE REPORT – Liz
Hauer
Mr. Alvarez reported that once an architectural firm has been
hired to create a conceptual design for Lupine Lane, the
subcommittee would begin to meet.
VII. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER
NONE
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
NONE
IX. CONTINUED BUSINESS
NONE
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X. OLD BUSINESS
A. SELECT LOCATION(S) AND DETERMINE A BUDGET FOR
ARTWORK AS PART OF THE SAN PABLO AVENUE
PHASE 2 RENOVATION PROJECT (Continued from the
meeting of August 11, 2021.)
Ms. Lawrence reported that she visited the locations on San
Pablo Phase 2 that the Commission recommended at last
month’s meeting. She noted that the area near the City’s
debris yard, the COD roundabout, and the area where the
two pads are in front of the ball fields are potential options
for public art. She mentioned a few other viable locations
that were currently heavily landscaped and may take away
from some of the more prominent options.
Commissioner Hauer moved to continue the Selection of
Location(s) and Determine a Budget for Artwork as Part of the
San Pablo Phase 2 Renovation Project to the December 8,
2021 meeting. Motion was seconded by Commissioner
Higgins and carried 5-0-2 with Adney, Darby, Hauer, Higgins,
and Myrland voting AYE, with Commissioners Boren and Flint
ABSENT.
XI. REPORTS AND REMARKS
A. STAFF
- San Pablo Roundabout Sculpture Project Update
Ms. Lawrence referred to the email that she sent to the
Commissioners regarding the City Council’s direction at its
August 26, meeting regarding the San Pablo Roundabout
Sculpture project. Staff has been directed to obtain input
from the community regarding preference of which of the two
sculptures should be installed in the roundabout (Dueling
Palms by Kyle Absolom and Starburst by Donald Gialanella)
at San Pablo and San Gorgonio.
A survey to provide community input will be available via
Engage Palm Desert, the Next Door app, and to all of the
City’s Commission and Committee members.
Surveys will be available at the October Concerts in the Park
and the San Pablo Grand Opening event. There was
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mention that the two designs need to be a true comparison
(including signage and the surrounding area) in order for the
public to make a concise decision. Staff will ensure that the
renderings from the artists are a true representation of the
roundabout and its surrounding area.
There was some discussion to possibly consider the artist
who comes in as second choice to place his sculpture at the
COD roundabout. However, the artist may not want to have
his sculpture placed in an alternate location. Upon question
by Chairperson Myrland, Ms. Lawrence responded that she
would reach out to both artists to get their feedback on the
possibility of their sculpture being placed in a different
location (if second choice) rather than the location they sent
in a proposal for.
Upon question by Chairperson Myrland, Ms. Lawrence will
ask the Deputy Director of Public Works if the directional
signage at the at the roundabout on San Pablo and San
Gorgonio can be lowered.
The City Council thanked the Commission for all of the effort
that was made in reviewing the 198 proposals and narrowing
down the selection to the two artists.
- La Quinta Brewing Company Mural Status
Ms. Lawrence presented an image of the mural as the public
art component for the La Quinta Brewing Company. Artist
John Cuevas is adding some finishing touches to the mural.
The applicant will request reimbursement of the public art
fee from the City Council for approval once the artwork is
completed.
- 2023/2024 El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition
Ms. Lawrence reported that a request to have the Art in
Public Places Commission curate the 2023/2024 El Paseo
Sculpture Exhibition, and review the RFP, will be on the
October 13 agenda, then will go to the City Council for
approval. Commissioner Adney noted that she would like
the El Paseo Sculpture Exhibitions to be a three year
exhibition as opposed to a two year exhibition to help
increase the budget and allow for more permanent
sculptures.
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- Repair of Cat Chiu Phillips Sculpture, Kites IV, El Paseo
Sculpture Exhibition
Ms. Lawrence reported that Cat Chiu Phillips has proposed
to replace Kites IV using a more durable material. Staff will
coordinate the installation of the new sculpture.
- San Pablo Grand Opening Date Change
The date of the San Pablo Grand Opening has been
changed from October 9 to October 23 from 5 to 9 p.m.
- Placement of Finders Keepers by Rosalind Cook at
Aquatic Center
Ms. Lawrence presented an image of Finders Keepers by
Rosalind Cook. The sculpture has been in the Council
Chamber foyer for many years and will be relocated to the
entrance of the Aquatic Center as its permanent location.
Upon question by the Commission, Ms. Lawrence
responded that the Council Chamber is being remodeled
and the sculpture needed to be moved to a permanent
location. It was suggested that the Commission be involved
in all placement selection of artwork.
Mr. Alvarez stated that staff does have the discretion to
make decisions on minor circumstances that need to be
addressed immediately.
- Student Art and Essay Contest Potential Locations
Ms. Lawrence stated that due to the North Wing building still
not open to the public, the 2022 Student Art and Essay
Contest may need to be postponed another year. Staff
reached out to two venues, but the uncertainty of the
pandemic does not allow a location to display the contest or
hold the Award Ceremony. There was discussion of
changing the venue of the contest for one year to keep the
contest active. Staff will reach out to the school principals
and teachers for feedback and bring the item to the
November meeting.
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B. COMMISSION REPORTS
Chairperson Myrland noted that Yvonne Bell, Director of
Development, at the McCallum Theatre is interested in using
the grassy area in front of the McCallum for temporary
sculptures.
Chairperson Myrland stated that she will be curating an
exhibition at the Coachella Valley Art Center – Cultural
Cannibalism.
XII. ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Myrland adjourned the meeting at 11:17 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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DEBBIE L. THOMPSON, RECORDING SECRETARY