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MINUTES OF THE
CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION MEETING
CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
Thursday August 19, 2021
Teleconference Meeting
I. CALL TO ORDER: 6:30 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners: Boldenweck, Bond, Bowen, Cansino,
Campagna, DeNatale, Foley, Hobson-Coard, Maharaj,
Mardahay, Ramos Absent: N/A
Staff Present: Sharon Ranals, ACM/Director of Parks and Recreation
Greg Mediati, Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation
Philip Vitale, Deputy Director of Capital Projects
Angela Duldulao, Recreation Manager
Ercie Santos, Cultural Arts Specialist
Catherine Misener, Administrative Assistant
III. AGENDA REVIEW: Agenda item IX.4, Fundraiser – Virtual Auction – August 27 – 29,
was moved to the first item under Unfinished Business.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of July 15, 2021:
Minutes for July 15, 2021 stand as sent.
V. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION: N/A
VI. PRESENTATION: Recognition of the Virtual General Art Exhibit “A Study in
Contrast” Finalists
(Cultural Arts Specialist, Ercie Santos; Commissioner Risha Bond)
Specialist Santos welcomed each of the exhibit finalists to speak about their submitted pieces.
Rose Wong, “Misty Mountains”
Marilyn Foley, “Wide Water View #6”
Jay Bergman, “Striation 1”
Nancy Calef, “Cliffhanger”
Nadine Levin, “If Not For The Light There Would Be No Shadow”
Jeffrey Nemeroff, “Abstracts Sea 1” and “Abstract Sea 2”
ACM/Director Ranals suggested that the Cultural Arts Commission (CAC) begin to integrate
this format of artist spotlights at future shows, virtual or in-person.
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VII. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
1. Update: 2022 Art Show Schedule
(Cultural Arts Specialist, Ercie Santos)
a. 1st show – February 11 & 12
Commissioner Hobson-Coard identified as Chair of this exhibit.
b. 2nd show – March or April TBD
c. 3rd show – May 13 & 14 or July 14 & 15
July 14 & 15 selected
d. 4th show – October 14 & 15
Action: Commissioner Hobson-Coard to consult with subcommittee to determine media
for February show.
2. Caltrain Public Art Update
(Deputy Director of Capital Projects, Philip Vitale)
Deputy Director Vitale detailed the public art selection process for the Caltrain Station
Improvement Project, and introduced the selected piece.
City Council dedicated $500,000 to bring public art to the plaza and tunnel.
Request for proposals (RFP) received 16 proposals from 15 artists.
Kinetic wind sculpture piece titled “Inspire” by Ride Art, LLC selected, site
preparation and installation planned for Fall 2022.
Commissioner Bond proposed physical exhibit panel to accompany the piece, in
addition to QR code plaque planned.
Several commissioners voiced their support, and Deputy Director Vitale agreed to explore the option for any remaining funds to be dedicated to a physical exhibit
panel.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
1. San Mateo County Arts Grant
(Recreation Manager, Angela Duldulao)
San Mateo County Arts Grant opportunity in amount of $10,000.
Chair DeNatale proposed afterschool program similar to one piloted by Redwood
City to provide an outlet for children who would otherwise be in detention.
In response to Commissioner Maharaj’s question about if the grant had to be in the
South San Francisco boundaries or geared towards residents, ACM/Dir Ranals noted that the grant project might need Council’s support to match funds, and
because of this, the program would have to be focused on SSF.
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IX. SUBCOMMITTEES:
1. Strategic Vision
Chair DeNatale noted that Public Art Master Plan RFP is being finalized.
Specialist Santos added that RFP will likely be ready in September.
2. Sculpture
No update from Commissioner Boldenweck at this time.
3. Urban Art
Commissioner Bond noted that the subcommittee had discussed a plan for murals
in two areas.
Budget of $50,000 and subcommittee is considering options that would allow a
smaller budget.
List of mural artists to be developed.
Action: Commissioner Foley to send muralist information to Specialist Santos and
Mgr. Duldulao.
4. Fundraiser – Virtual Auction August 27 – 29
Commissioner Bowen noted that the online auction site is now live, bidding opens
Friday August 27 and closes Sunday August 29.
Participants required to create account and pre-register to bid.
5. Virtual General Art Exhibit – July 23 – August 31
Commissioner Bond noted that the exhibit judge will not give a presentation on
the judging process at the September meeting, but enjoyed the exhibit and was
impressed with the community art.
6. Quilt Exhibit 2021 Virtual – Oct/Nov
Commissioner Boldenweck informed commission that formatting for the exhibit
entry form has been updated by Specialist Santos, and a mailer will go out soon.
7. Performing Arts
Commissioner Maharaj proposed hybrid live events on behalf of subcommittee.
Artists to perform in their homes, municipal spaces, or in local business.
Streamed event would highlight artists and SSF businesses while still connecting
with and providing entertainment to our community.
Financial overhead and staff coordination for hybrid live events discussed.
8. Community Engagement
Commissioner Mardahay reported on slideroom.com platform recommended by
Commissioner Foley as option for artist registry.
Subcommittee will be mining data from art survey responses to inform their work,
and will be making a list of local nonprofits.
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X. ITEMS FROM COMMISSION
Announcement
Commissioner Hobson-Coard invited all to view her artwork featured at the Philz Coffee in
Redwood City until August 24, and at Philz Coffee Sunnyvale (ongoing).
XI. ITEMS FROM STAFF:
1. Upcoming Events
Movie Night/Covid-19 Vaccination Clinic at Martin Elementary School on August
20.
Orange Park and Centennial Way Master Plan surveys close on August 22.
ACM/Dir Ranals recommended CAC engage in community outreach and
encourage residents to communicate their desire for public art in surveys.
Virtual Jewelry Auction scheduled for August 27 – 29.
Senior Health Fair on August 27 cancelled.
Announcement
Mgr. Duldulao informed commissioners that increase in commissioner stipend approved by
City Council at their July 28 Council meeting.
XII. CORRESPONDENCE:
Provided by Specialist Santos.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT:
Chair DeNatale adjourned the meeting at 8:17 p.m.
Next Meeting: October 21, 2021
Respectfully submitted,
Catherine Misener
Administrative Assistant II