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MINUTES OF THE
CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
Thursday, February 20, 2020
Municipal Services Building Betty Weber Room
33 Arroyo Drive, South San Francisco
I. CALL TO ORDER: 6:31 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners: Boldenweck, Avelar, Campagna, Hobson-Coard,
Foley, Fornaciari, DeNatale, Looper. Ventura
Absent: Commissioner Madrid-Nickle
Staff Present: Sharon Ranals, ACM/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:
Vice Chair DeNatale noted a correction on page 4 under Sub-Committee, Item 1.
Sculpture, paragraph 5. Referring to the sentence, He asked if it could be restored and
suggested using an artist from the Sonoma Heart Foundation, Vice Chair DeNatale
requested that the text using an artist from the Sonoma Heart Foundation be
removed. He stated that this text was meant to be conversational and his suggestion was
to reflect that the piece could be restored through an art program. He also noted a
correction on page 5 under Subcommittees, Item 4. Urban Art, paragraph 1. The text,
reported that the City Council did not like the urban art
submission that promoted a healthy, non-Vice Chair DeNatale
asked that the wording should read,
urban art.
V. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION:
Betty Battaglia, Parks and Recreation Commissioner
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Commissioner Battaglia thanked the Cultural Arts Commission on the great job they did
on the General Art Show and congratulated the winning artists who were present, and
also congratulated the artists who sold their art pieces.
VI. PRESENTATION: 2020 GENERAL ART SHOW FINALISTS
Chair Looper presented certificates and ribbons to the following artists: Latifat Apatira,
Darleen Hoffman, Dalia Grybinas, Glynis Takalo, and Rita Barichievich. Specialist
Santos took photos of the artists.
VII. OLD BUSINESS:
Chair Looper requested that the agenda nished
that is in current use.
VIII. SUBCOMMITTEES:
1. Sculpture
Vice Chair DeNatale reported that he surveyed Grand Avenue to identify and
prepare a list of possible sculpture locations, which he distributed to the
Commission. These locations are proposed for the piece
rusty ball sculpture that is currently located at the Corporation Yard.
He invited Commissioners to advise the subcommittee if there were objections to
any of the locations. No objections were made.
Vice Chair DeNatale also noted a possible sculpture location on a median at Oak
Street and Grand Avenue that the City plans to landscape. On his sculpture location
list, Vice Chair DeNatale referred the Commission to photos of sculptures by
DelosVanEarl and suggested that the Commission could consider commissioning
artwork for this particular median from this artist.
Discussion followed regarding the pros and cons of the DelosVanEarl sculptures
needing a backdrop to highlight the sculpture.
Vice Chair DeNatale stated that any locations the Commission does not like can be
removed.
There was also discussion on the donated by
sculptor, Ivan Mclean. A phone image of similar works by the artist was passed
around for Commissioners to view.
Commissioner Fornaciari suggested bringing the Seal sculpture to Grand Avenue.
ACM/Director Ranals reminded the Commission that the Seal was playground
equipment that children climb on. It is surrounded by sand for safety purposes at its
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current location. ACM/Director Ranals was concerned that if the piece were
relocated to the concrete surface of Grand Avenue that it would be dangerous for
children.
2. Utility Box Mural Program
Specialist Santos reported that utility box artist Finny Balboa was recognized with a
Certificate of Achievement at Friday n General Art Show. The other utility
box artists were unable to attend.
Manager Duldulao reported that the Sister Cities group met regarding the smaller
Centennial Way utility box. Chair Looper requested that the subommittee meet
regarding the Sister Cities group comments and report back to the Commission.
3. Youth Art Scholarship
Commissioner Campagna distributed a draft of the proposed 2020 Jack Drago
Cultural Arts Commission Youth Art Scholarship Guidelines and Application Form
with the highlighted changes. He reviewed them as follows:
Students must be graduating seniors from the three South San Francisco
Unified School District high schools and must be planning on continuing
practice/studies in the arts.
The scholarship amount was modified to provide up to three scholarships, for
a total of $3,000, with the awardees and award amount left to the discretion
of the Commission.
mission
statement, and questions regarding the preferred medium, artistic
goals, and the impact of the financial award to their future as an artist.
The application due date is Tuesday, April 14.
ACM/Director Ranals recommended that the scholarship amount be listed as up to
r concern with the current proposed wording was that if there is only
one student scholarship winner, they might expect to receive the entire $3,000.
Discussion followed regarding the consideration of other art forms including
performing, theatrical, and literary arts.
Commissioner Campagna stated that they would not exclude any art form. He added
that he intended to introduce himself to the South San Francisco School District
contact person and teachers to promote the scholarship program.
In response to Vice Chair DeNatale inquiry, Specialist Santos stated the Youth Art
Scholarship applications are posted online.
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Commissioner Campagna moved that the Commission increase the Jack Drago
Cultural Arts Commission Youth Art Scholarship to up to three scholarships, for a
total of up to $3,000. Commissioner Boldenweck seconded the motion and it was
unanimously approved.
Commission unanimously voted to include all the new verbiage to the Jack Drago
Cultural Arts Commission Youth Art Scholarship guidelines and application.
4. Urban Art
Vice Chair DeNatale reported that he surveyed Grand Avenue to identify urban art
locations. He will have an update at the next meeting.
5. General Art Show & Karaoke (February 14/15, 2020)
Commissioner Hobson-Coard stated due to family health reasons she was unable to
attend the General Art Show and Karaoke Night event and was sorry she missed the
program. She reported that there were 51 entries by 29 artists and two Commissioner
submissions. The Karaoke event had 20 participants. 156 participants signed the
guestbook. 13 artists received awards, and three were awarded Best of Show cash
prizes. She added that 13 pieces are on exhibit in the atrium window until March 14.
ACM/Director Ranals asked if any pieces were sold. Specialist Santos responded
that four pieces were sold and expressed her appreciation to all the Commissioners
who assisted with the event.
6. Youth Art Show (April 3/4 , 2020)
Commissioner Campagna reported that he will attend a meeting with the teachers,
and will have more to report at the next meeting.
7. Future Public Art Plan
Commissioner DeNatale had nothing to report at this time.
8. Fundraiser BBQ
Chair Looper advised all Commissioners to save the date of August 30 for the
Fundraiser BBQ. She stated that Commission participation is necessary because a
lot of work is required. Chair Looper added that her Commission appointment
expires in June and would be unable to help at the event, making participation even
more important.
Specialist Santos reminded Commissioners that this event does not have a Chair, and
that at the January meeting it was determined that this would be discussed at
February meeting. Commissioner Looper asked the group if anyone wanted to
volunteer to serve as Chair of the Fundraiser BBQ. No one volunteered. Chair
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Looper responded that the event does not require a Chair because everyone on the
Commission needs to participate.
IX. NEW BUSINESS:
N/A
X. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
Commissioner Fornaciari reported that the Soroptimist group is having a dinner and
auction on March 6. She stated she has tickets available for purchase after the meeting.
The cost is $30.00 dollars.
Vice Chair Hobson-
Mckinley on Saturday, February 29 from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., and on Sunday, March
15 at Pacifica Brewery from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
To Commissioner Foley inquiry regarding the Photography Show dates, Specialist
Santos responded July 10 and 11.
Vice Chair Hobson-Coard is having an exhibition of four paintings on March 14 at Philz
Coffee in Burlingame. She will also have an extended exhibit starting on March 12 at the
Hall of Justice in Redwood City.
Commissioner Ventura stated that
children for their She also mentioned a
suggestion from a General Art Show participant that a donation box be made available at
the art shows. Chair Looper commented that this has occurred in the past.
ITEMS FROM STAFF:
Specialist Santos reminded the Commission that there will be a groundbreaking
ceremony for the new Police Station on Friday, February 28 at 10:00 a.m. at the former
Pet Club building.
Specialist Santos informed the members that the updated Calendar of Events was
available.
ACM/Director Ranals reported that a new Cultural Arts Commissioner has been
appointed and will be at the March meeting. Her name is Sarah Kyong-Ju Lee Bowen.
Specialis
Show flyer showcasing youth urban art which was forwarded by ACM/Director Ranals
and Councilmember Matsumoto.
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CORRESPONDENCE:
Posted
XI. ADJOURNMENT:
Chair Looper adjourned the meeting at 7:19 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Susan Filereto
Administrative Assistant
Next Meeting: March 19, 2020