HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-02-15 Arts Culture Commission MinutesEDINA ART CENTER
7:30 a.m.
February 15, 1990
Edina Art Center
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Peter R. Spokes, Sandra Clark, Liz Eisenbrey, Betty Paugh,
Dodie Paul
Delores Dege, ArthurNe6y Susan Kelm, Judy Smith, James Van
Valkenburg
Diana Hedges, Bob Kojetin, Mollie Paulson, Janet Canton
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Spokes called the meeting to order at 7:35 a.m.
II. PIRECTOR'S REPORT
A. McDowell Correspondence
In response to Ms. McDowell's letter Mr. Spokes asked if this is the
Board's responsibility to approve salaries? Mr. Kojetin indicated that the
board has no power over salaries and operations, just policy decisions.
The Board, however, can make a recommendation. Mr. Spokes asked what Ms.
McDowell is getting paid now? Ms. Hedges indicated $15.00 an hour and gets
no split unless it's a specialized workshop. Ms. Hedges also stated that
Ms. McDowell is in the same range as all of the other teachers. It would
cost the Art Center thousands of dollars if the Art Center were to split
for everyone.
Ms. Clark asked if Ms. McDowell does get a raise will this cause a problem
with other instructors? Ms. McDowell is asking for a 60/40 split. It was
stated this cannot be done because the class sizes are not always equal due
to limited space in certain rooms.
Ms. Hedges indicated that she feels Ms. McDowell is a very important
person. Ms. McDowell has some very innovative programming and gives extra
time and devotion. Ms. Hedges feels she needs to be supportive of her
instructors.
Ms. Hedges indicated that outside of the Art Center Ms. McDowell gets $35
to $50. Ms. Hedges also noted that we need to keep competitive. We are
staying in the same range as Bloomington and Minnetonka. It was stated
that it takes so much money to get a class going. We have to pay salaries
to the instructor and what is left over pays for the operation of the
facility. The split right now is 58-42.
It was felt by the board that if the fees are raised people will not take
the class. Mr. Kojetin indicated that the City Council sets our fees. Ms.
McDowell is in essence asking for a 33% raise.
Mr. Spokes indicated he is not comfortable that this is being brought to
the board. Ms. Hedges stated she feels this is a difficult situation, she
wants to show her support but feels uncomfortable making a recommendation
on this. Ms. Hedges would like some input from the Board on this. Ms.
Eisenbrey asked what are the chances of her walking? Ms. Eisenbrey feels
it's a matter of weighing the situation.
It was suggested that we wait for further discussion on this matter until
Mr. Van Valkenburg is present. Liz Eisenbrey MOVED TO DEFER THIS MATTER
UNTIL THE NEXT MEETING. Betty Paugh SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED.
B. Thank You.
Ms. Hedges thanked everyone who came to the opening. It was wonderful.
Also Ms. Hedges indicated to everyone that they are having a project with
the Galleria. She asked everyone to stop out and see the artists. The
artists are creating one piece that will be put in stores and there will be
a silent auction.
III. APPROVAL OF THE OCTOBER AND JANUARY MINUTES
Liz Eisenbrey MOVED TO APPROVE THE OCTOBER AND JANUARY MINUTES. ie Paul
SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED.
IV. BOARD POSITION STATUS
It was stated that there is now an opening on the Art Center's Board since
HarriettBach has resigned. Mr. Kojetin indicated that the council is in
discussion at this time in regards to new appointments to the boards and
commissions.
V. BUILDING UPDATE
Ms. Clark indicated that she is unhappy that the skylight is blocking the
southeast view. She indicated she feels this is a design error. Mr.
Spokes suggested she contact Arthur. Sandra Clark MOVED THAT CONSTRUCTION
BE STOPPED. The motion died because of a lack of a second.
VI. VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION/LUNCHEON
Reservations need to be in by April 6th. This topic will be brought up at
the March 23rd meeting.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
Dodie Paul MOVED TO ADJOURN at 8:10 a.m. Betty Paugh SECONDED THE MOTION.
MOTION CARRIED