HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-03-16 Arts Culture Commission MinutesEDINA ART CENTER BOARD
7:30 a.m.
March 16, 1989
Edina Art Center
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
James Van Valkenburg, Peter Spokes, Art Dickey, Betty Paugh, Liz
Eisenbrey, Dodie Paul, Judy Smith, Harriette Bach
Sandra Clark, Susan Kelm, Dolores Dege
Mollie Paulson, Bob Kojetin, Stacey Kness
Pat Greer
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Van Valkenburg called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m.
2. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 16. 1989 MINUTES
Peter Spokes MOVED TO ACCEPT THE MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 16, 1989, MEETING.
Harriette Bach seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
3. DIRECTOR'S REPORT
See attached.
50th & France Art Fair
The Art Center will be participating in more than face painting at the Edina Art Fair
the first weekend in June. We will be more involved in the planning. Judy Smith
indicated we might as well be sponsors if we are going to help in the planning. A
discussion on becoming a sponsor. Mrs. Smith suggested being a co-sponsor in the
same way as the business are. Mr. Dickey stated a presentation would have to be made
to the 50th Street Merchants Association. Mrs. Paugh stated we would have to assume
the liability. Mollie said working closely will help our promotion along with larger
and better space. Mr. Kojetin asked if the money earned on the fair goes into the
Merchants Association. Mr. Dickey responded the monies are used as advertising. Mr.
Van Valkenburg indicated Mollie would stay in touch on organizing.
Volunteer Luncheon
Betty Paugh will bring deserts and salads. The Art Center will provide beverages and
invitations. Mrs. Smith asked even if a member cannot attend to please donate a dish
or some money. She will provide a sign-up sheet at the next meeting.
4. BUILDING PROGRAM UPDATE
Mr. Kojetin is working on the budget and funding. It could cost $150,000 to building
it. There will be some refinement on the sculpture room. Mr. Kojetin and Diana are
gathering information together for presentation to the Park Board and Council so
everyone has the same information. Mr. Van Valkenburg asked if the Art Center Board
could have complete information prior to the April 20 board meeting. Mrs. Paul asked
if parking is included in the addition. Mr. Kojetin indicated parking will be
addressed in an overall plan. We will talk to the neighbors and possibly have
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5. CELEBRATE THE ARTS UPDATE
Mrs. Clark was not present to report, but she is working on the final figures.
6. EDINBOROUGH REPORT
See attached.
7. JURIED SHOW REPORT
Peter Spokes, Susan Kelm, and Pat Greer are on the committee.
VOLUNTEER RECEPTION AND LUNCHEON
Any nomination ideas for the Volunteer Recognition Reception should be phoned to
Mollie before April 7. It was discussed to nominate Diana Hedges for the Community
Involvement Award. It was also discussed to award Kathy Gustafson at the Art Center
Volunteer Luncheon
Meeting adjourned at 8:15 a.m.
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