HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-03-15 Arts Culture Commission MinutesEDINA ART CENTER
7:30 a.m.-
March 15, 1990
Edina Art Center
MEMBERS PRESENT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
Jim Van Valkenburg, Dodie Paul, Don Peddie, Dee Dege, Peter
R. Spokes, Liz Eisenbrey, Suzie Kelm, Sandra Clark, Judy
Smith
Arthur Dickey, Betty Paugh
Diana Hedges, Bob Kojetin, Janet Canton
I. CALL TO ORDER
Mr. Van Valkenburg called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m.
II. APPROVAL OF THE MARCH 15. 1990 MINUTES
Mr. Spokes MOVED TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 15, 1990 MINUTES. Ms. Clark
SECONDED THE MOTION. Ms. Dege did make a comment to have her name spelled
correctly on the minutes. It is "Dolores (Dee) Dege". MOTION CARRIED.
III. NEW MEMBER ON THE EDINA ART CENTER COMMITTEE
It was noted that Harriette Bach has resigned. The person taking her seat
is Don Peddie.
IV. VOLUNTEERS - JUDY SMITH
Ms. Smith indicated that April 17, 1990 is the City's All-Volunteer Awards
Reception. Ms. Smith stated that in the past the Art Center Board has had
their own in-house luncheon. She questioned the board if they feel it is a
worthwhile event and do they want to do this again? This is a time to
honor our own volunteers. Last year the board put together a menu and
everyone either gave money or brought food. The money that was left over
went to the Art Center. Last year there was $17.00 left over. Ms. Hedges
indicated that the luncheon could possibly,be held at the Art Center in the
new studio. Ms. Eisenbrey asked when the grand opening will be? Mr.
Kojetin indicated that the grand opening will not be until June sometime
when all of the landscaping is done. Ms. Clarke MOVED THAT WE HAVE THE
LUNCHEON ON APRIL 20, 1990 AT NOON IN THE STUDIO. Ms. Kelm SECONDED THE
MOTION. MOTION CARRIED.
V. MAYOR'S AWARD
Ms. Hedges indicated that Harriette Bach does not want any award. She
recommended Sandy and Sharon for ,the award. It was recommended that we
give Harriette Bach something internally at the Art Center Board's
luncheon. It was indicated that Mr. Dickey is not here today but he
recommends Sandy and Sharon for Major Fundraiser of the year.
Mr. Van Valkenburg also recommended Suzie Kelm for all of her work on
Edinamite.
Sandra Clark recommended Diana Hedges for City Employee.
VI, DIRECTOR'S REPORT
A. Ms. Hedges stated that she hopes everyone will get a chance to go to
the Galleria March 17, 18, 24 and 25. There will be 20 to 25 artists
there.
B. Ms. Hedges indicated that a grant proposal for $500 has been submitted
to Marquette Bank to be used for a Senior Outreach Visual Arts Program.
Ms. Hedges stated that if we do not receive the funds from Marquette Bank
we will be reaching out to other businesses in the hopes of finding a
sponsor. Ms. Hedges suggested possibly the Ways and Means Committee would
like to take this on as a special project. Ms. Smith asked if there is any
grant money through a similar program? Ms. Hedges suggested the Ways and
Means Committee could explore this. Mr. Van Valkenburg stated that this
topic will be brought up at the next meeting after we see what Marquette
Bank does.
C. Ms. Hedges indicated that there were no board members at the last
opening. She asked if Sundays are not a good day for everyone? Ms. Hedges
stated that it is not mandatory that everyone attend but it is very
supportive if they do. The Board felt Sundays are a good day to have
openings. This past opening was just an unusual case where no one was able
to attend.
D. Ms. Hedges indicated that she is looking for volunteer judges for the
50th and France Art Fair. It starts on Friday, June 1, at 10:00. It would
be for approximately three hours. Suzie Kelm, Dodie Paul, and Peter R.
Spokes volunteered.
E. Ms. Smith brought 4p the topic of possibly reassigning committee jobs.
Ms. Smith indicated she is tired of volunteers and would like to do
something different. It was suggested that a list be sent around for
people to sign up for their preference or something that interests them.
F. Mr. Van Valkenburg asked what the status is of the Art Center
renovation. Ms. Hedges indicated that there have been a few problems with
the removal of the concrete in the gift shop porch area. The concrete was
thicker than indicated in the plans.
Other than the original exposed sewer pipe that froze during the winter
time, which originally showed going north instead of east, there have been
no other real serious problems. Construction has been moving along on
time.
The furnace and air conditioning which was originally to be located on the
roof of the exit going out of the east side of the building was too heavy.
It has been relocated to the ground on the east side of the building
instead.
G. Mr. Van Valkenburg stated that in response to last months minutes he
will write a letter to Margaret McDowell explaining to her that the Board
has no say in regards to salaries.
VII. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:00 a.m.