HomeMy WebLinkAbout1986-08-21 Arts Culture Commission MinutesI.
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EDINA ART CENTER BOARD
AUGUST 21, 1986
7:30 A.M.
EDINA ART CENTER
MEMBERS PRESENT: Donna Skagerberg, Sharon Hale, Betty Paugh, Harriette Bach,
Sandra Clark, Judy Smith, Art Dickey, Jim VanValkenburg
STAFF PRESENT: Bob Kojetin, Diana Hedges, Jean Adams, Monica Sullivan
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Donna Skagerberg moved to approve the minutes of the July meeting. Judy Smith
seconded the motion. The motion Passed.
DIRE t'S REPORT
Classes
"Summer Pleasure" was 4-e-rysuccessful with both classes filled. Received
good publicity from the ann utrcements on the radio.
We added a last minute fabric painting Mass for a clay camp for 45 children.
Betty Paugh is planning on doing campfire workshopfiber for our Feb. -
March sessions.
Instructor's letters were sent out regarding upcoming classes hibit.
Marion Ward is coordinating our field trip to Children's Theatre
Office
Ginny Thompson has volunteered to do a monthly inventory for supplies.
New Fall hours:
Mon., Tues., Wed. 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Thur. 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri, & Sat. 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This is an increase of 51/2 hours more than last Fall.
Fall brochures were mailed out on August 15th, thanks to Judy Smith and her
crew of seven volunteers.
The city maintenance people have worked very hard painting the gallery, office
and kitchen, putting in new cupboards in the studio room and rearranging shelf
space in the office.
Board
Board member's folders will be kept in the office. Please check your folder
periodically for communications.
A majority of Board Members voted for a change in name for the newsletter.
It will be "Edina Arts Quarterly".
Diana asked if the Board wanted to create a position for Pat Greer such as
ex officio board member or Arts Consultant? It was decided that she already
is available to the Center as a city employee.
DONNA SKAGERBERG MADE A MOTION TO MAKE PAT GREER A LIFE TIME MEMBER OF THE
ART CENTER. JUDY SMITH SECONDED TILE MOTION. TILE MOTION CARRIED.
There have been many discussions on the possibilities for computerized mail-
ing lists. Diana has talked with Bob Kojetin and will continue to explore
this. Jim VanValkenburg said the computer is in City Hall now, that rules
are being set up and that Glen Smith is in charge.
During a recent staff meeting, we discussed inviting Board Members and/or
City Council members to spend a few hours to view operational procedures at
the Center. This may facilitate a better understanding of the Center's activ-
ities.
Steamatic people were out to clean the couch, chairs and drapes. They would
not attempt the drapes because of their condition (rips, sun damage, etc.)
We may want to have a fund drive/event to specifically raise money for new
drapes.
Their was a budget meeting on July 23rd with department heads regarding the
format changes which will be in effect in Jan. Bob Kojetin showed the 1st
draft of the budget review.
Board members should turn in any newsletter, information to Jean as soon as
possible. She is always open to articles for the newsletter.
Pat Greer, Marion Ward and Diana visited the Bloomington Art Center and Art
Center of Minnesota.
Mrs. Kent Harrel from the Federated Women's Club has contacted us to help dec-
orate the windows for Santa House this year. This would be after Thanksgiving.
Jim VanValkenburg stated and others agreed that we should try to help them as
they have been very good to us. Diana asked for volunteers.
The opening for the instructor's show will he on Sunday Sept. 7th from 2 - 4.
III. GIFT GALLERY COMMITTEE REPORT
Sandy Clark and Sharon Hale reported that they felt the best person for the
job is Mollie Paulson.
A MOTION WAS MADE TO HIRE MOLLIE PAULSON FOR THE 8 HOURS PER WEEK THAT SUE
GORMLEY LEFT VACANT PLUS PAY HER 10°A COMMISSION ON ITEMS SOLD IN THE GIFT
SHOP. THE MOTION WAS SECONDED AND CARRIED.
Bob Kojetin asked about ways to move more products. Sharon Hale then reported
that a study had been done to determine what kinds of things were selling. The
study showed that items under $40.00 and over $100.00 were the best sellers.
It also showed that at the present time jewelry, pottery and clothing were the
best categories.
IV. SIGN REPORT
Bob Kojetin reported his findings about size and price of electric signs. He
found that for the $9000.00 we already have donated for this purpose, we could
get a 4" letter, 2 line system. You can get a 20 character module with 4"
letters for about $4000.00. The price goes up to $7000.00 for 6" letters.
Either of these could be added onto up to 2 more lines.
Bob and Jim VanValkenhurg will check to he sure what kind of recognition and
where on the sign that the Federated Womans's Club, Rotary and the Foundation
want.
Wiring would be the least expensive if it ran above ground. It would cost
about $40 - $50 per month to use phone lines.
Bob figured facing the sign East on the corner of 66th and Valley View would
give the best exposure.
It was felt that because we already have money donated to cover all expenses
for a 2 line system with 4" letters, that we should go ahead with that much
with the hope of adding a 3rd line in the future.
V. OLD BUSINESS - NEW BUSINESS
Judy Smith reported on the Sept. 10th event. She showed the invitations
and asked members to please give her a list of those to he invited. She
said Bob Connolly, Tom Nelson, Marion Alstad, Helen Zabel, Phyllis Kenaston
and Sandy Clark will give demonstrations that day. Shirley Taylor will give
tours. The gift gallery will be heavily stocked and the Scene Contest will
be taking place.
Sharon Hale reported that a light lunch of a pasta salad and bread sticks
will be served and asked each board member to bring a pan of bars for the
occasion.
Sharon Hale reserved Braemar for Feb. 7th as she and Sandy Clark and Diana
Hedges really feel we should have a masquerade ball. I was then discovered
that the date for the Edinamite Ball has been changed to a Feb. date.
Art Dickey thanked the board for changing the meeting date to accommodate
him.
THE NEXT BOARD MEETING WILL BE SEPTEMBER 18TH AT 7:30 AM AT THE CENTER.