HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Art In Public Places (AIPP) Commission 11-16-2005CITY OF PALM DESERT
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES COMMISSION
MINUTES
November 16, 2005
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Bussing convened the meeting at 8:37 a.m.
II. ROLL CALL
Present
Norma Bussing, Chairperson
Kevin Grochau, Vice Chair
Katherine Hough
Barbara Stenning
John Weston
Also Present
Absent
Joe Dickinson
Suzanne Greenberg
Richard Twedt, Public Arts Manager
Deborah Schwartz, Public Art Coordinator
Debbie Thompson, Recording Secretary
Sonia Campbell, Planning Commission Liaison
K. Kaufman, Desert Sun
Richard Begola, Guest
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Ms. Lisa Vossler introduced herself and expressed her interest in
becoming a member of the Art in Public Places Commission. She
is currently on staff at the Palm Springs Art Museum as the
Museum Associate Council Events Manager. She is an art
enthusiast with an urban planning background.
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IV. CONSENT CALENDAR
Minutes of the regular meeting held on October 19, 2005
Upon Motion by Commissioner Weston and second by
Commissioner Stenning, the Minutes of October 19, 2005, were
approved unanimously.
V. DISCUSSION ITEMS
A. ORAL REVIEW OF CITY COUNCIL ACTION
Mr. Twedt reported that City Council approved the
reimbursement of the art in public places funds for
"Friendship Bench" by John Kennedy at the Fountains at
Carlotta development.
City Council approved Russell Jacques as curator for the
2007/08 El Paseo Exhibition.
VI. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER
None
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. CONSIDERATION OF THE PROPOSAL BY HEATH
SATOW FOR THE DESERT GATEWAY ART
COMPONENT
It was moved by Commissioner Weston and seconded
by Commissioner Stenning to approve the design proposal by
Heath Satow for the Desert Gateway project art component.
Motion approved unanimously.
B. CONSIDERATION OF A THEME AND TITLE FOR THE
2006 STUDENT ART AND ESSAY CONTEST
It was moved by Commissioner Hough and seconded by
Commissioner Stenning to approve the title of "if I Could
Design With Recycled Materials, It Would Be..." for the 2006
Student Art and Essay Contest. Motion approved
unanimously.
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C. CONSIDERATION OF ARTISTS TO BE INCLUDED IN THE
CITY OF PALM DESERT'S ARTIST REGISTRY
Artwork by Robert Craig was reviewed to be considered for
the City of Palm Desert's Artist Registry.
It was moved by Commissioner Hough and seconded by
Commissioner Weston to include Robert Craig in the City of
Palm Desert's Artist Registry. Motion approved unanimously.
Vill. CONTINUED BUSINESS
None
IX. OLD BUSINESS
None
X. PROJECT STATUS REPORTS
1. Palm Desert Community Gallery
Ms. Schwartz reported that an opening reception was held in
the Gallery on November 15, for the "COD Faculty: A
Sampler" show.
The next show called "Natural Elements" will include Cathy
Allen, Dave McMillan, and Cash Baxter.
2. Website
Ms. Schwartz stated that she added "Friendship Bench" and
"Aspiration" by Howard Kalish on El Paseo and Highway
111, to the website.
Ms. Schwartz is also updating artist information on the site.
3. Docent Program
Ms. Schwartz reported that she is training four new docents.
The Library Mural has been added to the Library tour.
There were two private tours the first week of November.
She also has a few tours scheduled for next year.
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Ms. Schwartz reported that she had worked with the Girl
Scouts to help earn their badges. She had gone to a Girl
Fest in Redlands where she gave out information about the
docent tours.
XI. REPORTS AND REMARKS
A. STAFF
Mr. Twedt reported that Sol Mesz who is one of the artists
selected for the Embracing the Desert project wants to
donate her artwork to the City's permanent collection.
Mr. Twedt stated that the contracts for the Embracing the
Desert projects were sent to the artists.
Mr. Twedt reported that three of the artists that were sent
RFPs for the Entrada Del Paseo project responded and are
interested in sending proposals.
Mr. Twedt informed the Commission that Chairperson
Bussing sent a letter to Mrs. Gilligan regarding the recycling
program. City funds that are set aside for recycling must be
geared toward education. His thought was to develop a
program that would allow AIPP to access the recycling funds
that are available and come up with an idea/plan for a
recycled project.
Mr. Twedt reported that he has sent out information
regarding the 2007/08 El Paseo Exhibition to publications,
arts organizations, museums, and galleries. There will also
be an article in the BrightSide.
Mr. Twedt informed the Commission that it might be possible
to tour the art collection at the Waldman's homes.
Mr. Twedt reported that "Aspiration" by Howard Kalish has
been installed at the east end of El Paseo and Highway 111.
Mr. Twedt reported that the Rose Garden Community Walk
refurbishment has been completed.
Mr. Twedt noted that "Charger" is in need of repair and will
go out to bid to get it restored. The "Peace Memorial" and
"Desert Dessert" will also go out to bid for restoration.
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Mr. Twedt circulated a rendering of a proposed pad in front
of City Hall for which he is asking Council's approval. He
has been out measuring for potential pads for temporary art
pieces in various high traffic locations.
B. COMMISSION MEMBERS
COMMISSION REPORTS
None
• LIAISON REPORTS
1. PLANNING COMMISSION — Sonia Campbell
Ms. Campbell reported that the Planning Commission
approved a 10,000 square foot home at BIGHORN
Golf Club.
The Planning Commission also approved seven new
industrial buildings on Dinah Shore.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Chairperson Bussing adjourned
the meeting at 9:40 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
DEBBIE L. O 1P.N
RECORDING SECRETARY