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MINUTES OF THE
CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
Thursday, October 17, 2019
Municipal Services Building Betty Weber Room
33 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco
I. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners: Boldenweck, Avelar, Campagna, Hobson-Coard,
Foley, Fornaciari, DeNatale, Looper Madrid-Nickle, Ventura
Absent: Commissioner Moncè
Staff Present: Greg Mediati, Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation
Angela Duldulao, Recreation Manager
Ercie Santos, Cultural Arts Specialist
Susan Filereto, Administrative Assistant
III. AGENDA REVIEW:
No changes
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Commissioner DeNatale noted a correction on page 3 under Sub-Committees, Item 5
General Art/Sculpture/Performing Arts (October 11-12). The text should read
Commissioner DeNatale questioned raising fees not suggested raising fees. Minutes
from September 19, 2019 stand approved with the above correction.
V. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION:
N/A
VI. GENERAL
ART/SCULPTURE/RECYCLED ART EXHIBIT:
Chair Boldenweck welcomed all the artists that were present. She then presented
Certificates of Achievement and ribbons to the following finalists: Sun Fong Huang,
Allen Sinor, BJ Wilborn, Linda Petrocchi, Ken Hanover, Lisa Rego, Renee Aubuchon,
and Rita Barichievich. A group photo was taken after presentations.
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VII. SUBCOMMITTEES:
1. Sculpture
Chair Boldenweck asked Specialist Santos if sculpture suggestions had been
submitted to Council. Specialist Santos replied that results of their sub-committee
decision needed to be presented to the Commission first for approval.
Commissioner DeNatale presented their three selections. The first was one of several
sculpture images brought back by Specialist Santos from a trip to Santa Fe, New
Mexico. Commissioner Madrid-Nickle described the work as the Bent Pipes
Wrought Iron piece. She has not heard back from the artist on its price, and
suggested that it could be a street installation.
Commissioner DeNatale suggested the following two sculptures. A work titled,
by Utah sculptor, John Carroll. The price is $4,500 dollars,
and the suggested location is Grand Avenue and Airport Boulevard. The third
recommendation is the Geometric Lanterns-Strung Overhead. Without knowing
exactly how many lanterns would be needed, an estimated price is $7,500 dollars.
The location suggested is the old Breezeway. Photos of the three recommended
sculptures were distributed.
Manager Duldulao reminded Commission that when forwarding sculptures proposals
to Council, locations need to be submitted as well.
Commissioner Boldenweck stated (ACM) Director Ranals had a question regarding
the space between the cables of the piece, concerned that an
arm could get caught. Commissioner DeNatale replied that there are regulations on
spacing. He also mentioned that the work could be customized or purchased as
shown.
Commissioners inquired on the size and sturdiness of the lanterns. Commissioner
DeNatale responded the size of the lantern is about two feet and since they are made
of metal they appear to be durable.
Commissioner Fornaciari commented that the wires holding the lanterns were
unattractive.
Manager Duldulao informed Commissioners that according to (ACM) Director
Ranals, there is a possible Streetscape Plan for the downtown area. The timing could
impact placement of the sculptures. She added funding has not yet been identified.
Deputy Director Mediati agreed stating that the Streetscape Plan will not be
happening in the near future.
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Commissioner Looper stated sculpture recommendations have
been considered by the City Council; however, in the past the City Council usually
has their own ideas of where sculptures should go.
for a sculpture in the downtown area which if needed could be adjusted or moved. In
response to Commission feedback regarding the unattractive wires, he stated that
possibly they could be placed higher so that they are not so visible.
Commissioner Campagna commented that the lanterns would appeal to a younger
crowd, bring more activity to downtown, and promote a Bay Area artist.
Commissioner DeNatale made a motion to approve the
sculpture and that it be placed along Grand Avenue and Airport Boulevard.
Commissioner Campagna seconded the motion. There was a roll call vote and it was
unanimously approved.
Commissioner Campagna made a motion to approve the -Strung
in the Breezeway. Commissioner Foley seconded the motion. There was
a roll call vote. The majority approved. Commissioner Fornaciari voted as
presented.
Chair Boldenweck stated the
and the sub-committee would continue looking for other pieces.
Manager Duldulao reminded them they have $90,000 to spend and $10,000 for
Urban Art. Commissioner feedback included spending all their funds and
considering larger sculptures.
Chair Boldenweck suggested the sub-committee meet again prior to their next
meeting.
2. Utility Box Mural Program
Commissioner Madrid-Nickle reported that work on the utility boxes murals is
continuing. She stated the location at South Spruce and Centennial Way are
completed as well as Hillside and Linden. The locations at Westborough and
Gellert, and Chestnut and Hillside are still in progress.
Specialist Santos reported that the artist approved for the Paradise Valley utility box
has not responded. Chair Boldenweck responded that if they do not hear anything by
December that they not use this artist.
3. Urban Art
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Commissioner Madrid-Nickle reported that there is no update. Manager Duldulao
stated that their recommendation has been forwarded to Council and they are waiting
for a response.
4. General Art/Sculpture/Recycled Art & Music (October 11-12)
Vice Chair Hobson-Coard thanked Specialist Santos for all her hard work and stated
she received a lot of positive comments from the public. She reported there were a
total of 58 pieces exhibited. She stated 44 of those entries were 2D art, two were
sculptures, and nine were recycled art. Vice Chair Hobson-Coard also reported that
117 visitors signed the guestbook, 16 artists received awards, and 14 art works are
currently on an Extended Exhibit in the MSB atrium window for approximately one
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member Diversity Glee choir group and local artist, Manuel Catania, performance as
an a respectable audience and that
they were both well received.
Commissioner DeNatale stated he enjoyed the show a lot, especially the visual art.
He offered feedback as follows: create an exhibitor survey, that the Marie Peterson
room seemed disconnected, extend art submission times, that catering selections be
limited, create a mailer for South San Francisco residents, waive one entry fee,
provide sculpture pedestals, and consider a jewelry art show.
Specialist Santos reminded Commissioners that preparation for the shows is highly
compressed. She stated organizing and presenting these events is extremely
challenging due to the limited amount of time available to complete necessary tasks
from the art submission date to the event opening.
Chair Boldenweck thanked Manager Duldulao and Intern Cheska Ibasan for their
assistance in hanging the art.
There was a discussion of having the judges come later, so that more Commissioners
are available to hang the art. To which Specialist Santos informed Commissioners
that the judges donate their time and are not paid. She attempted to have the judge
arrive at a later time; however, she stated since the judge was doing the Commission
a favor, she had to accommodate his schedule.
Commissioner Foley commented to just give out prizes during the show. Chair
Boldenweck responded this would not give Specialist Santos any time to prepare the
exhibit.
Commissioner Looper added room availability is also a factor in organizing the
programs.
Commissioner Ventura suggested presenting poetry as a performing art with
audience participation. Commissioner Looper responded poetry had been presented
in the past.
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Chair Boldenweck stated that overall they were delighted with the amount of space
they had for the Art Exhibit.
5. General Art & Karaoke (February 14/15, 2020)
Vice Chair Hobson-Coard stated she had nothing to report at this time.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS:
1. Establishing an Art Plan for Future Public Art
(see addendum 1)
Chair Boldenweck asked
Commissioner DeNatale stated that after attending a General Plan Meeting that focused
on the strategic plan, he thought it would be a good idea for the Commission to
establish a future public art plan that would give clear goals to the public as to why
they choose a particular piece of art and its location.
Commissioners Avelar and Campagna stated it would give the public a better
understanding of the process.
Manager Duldulao suggested they could pursue the topic further by forming a sub-
committee to develop a specific plan.
After further discussion, it was decided to establish a Public Art Plan sub-committee.
Commissioner DeNatale would chair and Commissioners Avelar, Campagna, Foley,
and Looper would be sub-committee members. Chair Boldenweck would act as the
alternate.
X. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
Vice Chair Hobson-Coard invited the Commission to see her art exhibit running until
December at Philz Coffee in Redwood City.
Vice Chair Hobson-
perform on Saturday, October 19 at The Park Chalet, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. She
stated they will also be performing on
Halloween Costume Party from 8:00 p.m. to 12 a.m. in Vallejo and Saturday, November
23 at Fort McKinley Restaurant & Nightclub from 8:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Commissioner
Spruce Street cannot be seen well because of the overgrown landscape. Deputy Director
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Mediati stated he will contact the owners to see what can be done. It is owned by the San
Francisco Public Utility Commission property.
Chair Boldenweck welcomed new Commissioner Avelar. She asked her to introduce
herself to the Commission. Commissioner Avelar stated she is the mother of two
children and has lived in South San Francisco for 19 years. She was on the BPAC
Committee for 3 years and is currently a member of the Personnel Board. She formerly
worked for Commute.org, a joint powers agency that works in transportation demand
management. She currently operates a Wellness Massage Studio in San Bruno for pre and
post-natal mothers.
ITEMS FROM STAFF:
Specialist Santos stated the first SSFUSD Visual Arts Committee meeting for the 2020
th
Youth Art Show will be held on November 18 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the school
district office. The Youth Art Show will be held on Friday, April 3 starting from 4:00
p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, April 4 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Specialist Santos also reported that the San Mateo County Arts Commission has
partnered with the SSF Cultural Arts Commission to sponsor a workshop for artists that
will be held at the Municipal Services Building Council Chambers on Thursday,
November 14 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. She stated this is their first partnership with
the Cultural Arts Commission.
Specialist Santos highlighted the Halloween Extravaganza taking place on October 26
from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The tickets are $6.00 per person. She also mentioned the
Veterans Day Swim Event from November 8 through November 10, as well as the
Thanksgiving Fun Run on November 16.
Finally, Specialist Santos reported that currently San Francisco Open Studios is being
held, and on November 9 there will also be one in Palo Alto.
Manager Duldulao added that at Halloween Extravaganza there will be a
costume contest and judges are needed. The costume contest will take place at 5:45 p.m.
Categories are broken up by age. Two Parks and Recreation Commissioners have also
agreed to do it. Commissioner Fornaciari and Chair Boldenweck volunteered.
Manager Duldulao also mentioned that the After School Programs will be holding a
poster contest themed
for Commissioners to judge the contest. Chair Boldenweck asked if this was a
Commission sponsored event. Manager Duldulao responded it will be a smaller in-house
event that will be taking place in late November or early December. The poster contest
will have one winner per grade. Chair Boldenweck, Vice Chair Hobson-Coard, and
Commissioner DeNatale volunteered to judge.
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Manager Duldulao mentioned she will speak
more information for the Commission about the Costume Contest and Laura Armanino,
Childcare Supervisor regarding information on the Poster Contest.
XI. CORRESPONDENCE:
Posted
XII. ADJOURNMENT:
Chair Boldenweck adjourned the meeting at 7:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Filereto
Administrative Assistant
Next Meeting: November 21, 2019