HomeMy WebLinkAbout2.16.17MINUTES OF THE
CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
Thursday, Feburay 16, 2017 at 6:30 p.m.
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, Gekker, Ventura, Hobson-Coard,
Looper, Madrid Nickle, Moncé and Woo
Absent: Commissioner Pettinari
Staff Present: Sharon Ranals, Director of Park and Recreation
Samantha Haimovitch, Parks Manager
Ercie Santos, Cultural Arts Specialist
Marie Patea, Administrative Assistant
III. AGENDA REVIEW:
Addition of VII. 8. Collaboration with P&R Commission
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Commissioners Boldenweck and Woo approved the minutes of January 19, 2017; as
presented; unanimous
V. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION:
Photography Exhibit Participants were acknowledged and took photographs with Chair
Moncé. Josie Johansen, Patti Zuniga, and Jay attended and provided details on their
photographs.
VI. OLD BUSINESS:
None
VII. SUB-COMMITTEE REPORTS:
1. Sculpture
Commissioner Looper had nothing to report.
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2. Utility Box Mural Program
Specialist Santos reported on behalf of Commissioner Pettinari, that certificates of
achievement were presented to muralists by Commissioner Boldenweck during the
photography show. A video footage of the murals was playing during the event and
special buttons were created for the muralists to wear.
3. Youth Art Scholarship
Commissioner Woo approved the verbiage for scholarship application and
highlighted that the recipient will win a minimum of $500.
4. Photography Show (February 10 & 11)
Commissioner Hobson-Coard reported the following statistics: 39 exhibits, 18 artists,
17 attendees, 4 pieces sold, 8 awards, 1 judge and 6 finalists. A performing arts
group named Americano Social Club Trio performed. The extended exhibit is in the
atrium window until March 2.
Two letters were received after the show. One was positive and one negative. The
Commissioners agreed to consider two judges in the future to prevent style bias.
Commissioner Looper requested that staff respond to the letter, noting that the
Commission will take the suggestions into consideration when selecting the judges.
Commissioner Gekker arrived at this time; 6:48 p.m.
5. Youth Art Show (March 31 & April 1)
Specialist Santos reported that the next meeting is February 27, with the visual arts
committee of SSFUSD. She noted that the performing arts presentation will take
place on Friday, March 31 but not ballet. SSFUSD is planning to host a crafts table
on Saturday, April 1; noting that teachers are enthusiastic about the show.
6. Fundraiser (August 27)
Chair Moncé had no update at this time.
7. Performing Arts
Chair Hobson-Coard had no update.
8. Collaboration with P&R Commission
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Commissioner Woo reported that collaboration opportunities are as follows: May 6 at
Streets Alive/Parks Alive, Movie Nights, Halloween Extravaganza, and Santa Comes
to Town. The two commissions can host a crafts table together. Commissioner
Looper suggested that Parks and Recreation Commissioners should attend Cultural
Arts exhibits and fundraising event. Commissioner Woo will ask for Parks and
Recreation for support Cultural Arts events.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS:
None
IX. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION:
1. Commissioner Ventura introduced Kent Madrona. He is a student of her performing
arts group. He is a musician, attends UC Berkeley, and volunteers at Skyline
College. On December 2, Commissioner Ventura’s play begins at SSFHS.
X. ITEMS FROM STAFF
1. Specialist Santos circulated a goals questionnaire update and invited Commissioners
to contact her with feedback.
XI. CORRESPONDECE:
Posted
XII. ADJOURNMENT:
Chair Moncé adjourned the meeting at 7:04 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Marie Patea
Administrative Assistant
Next Meeting: March 16, 2017