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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-05-09 CAC AGENDA PACKETCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH CITY ARTS COMMISSION AGENDA Newport Beach Central Library 1000 Avocado Avenue, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Thursday, May 9, 2019 - 5:00 PM City Arts Commission Members: Arlene Greer, Chair Michelle Bendetti, Vice Chair Barbara Glabman, Secretary Miriam Baker, Commissioner Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Ritch LeGrand, Commissioner Marie Little, Commissioner Staff Members: Natalie Basmaciyan, Library Services Manager Francine Jacome, Administrative Support Technician The City Arts Commission meeting is subject to the Ralph M. Brown Act. Among other things, the Brown Act requires that the special meeting City Arts Commission agenda be posted at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of the meeting and that the public be allowed to comment on agenda items before the Commission and items not on the agenda but are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Arts Commission. The Chair may limit public comments to a reasonable amount of time, generally three (3) minutes per person. The City of Newport Beach’s goal is to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at this meeting, you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, we will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact Natalie Basmaciyan, Library Services Manager, at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting to inform us of your particular needs and to determine if accommodation is feasible at (949) 717-3801 or nbasmaciyan@newportbeachca.gov. NOTICE REGARDING PRESENTATIONS REQUIRING USE OF CITY EQUIPMENT Any presentation requiring the use of the City of Newport Beach’s equipment must be submitted to the Library Services Department 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting. I.CALL MEETING TO ORDER II.ROLL CALL III.NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC The City provides a yellow sign-in card to assist in the preparation of the minutes. The completion of the card is not required in order to address the City Arts Commission. If the optional sign-in card has been completed, it should be placed in the tray provided. The City Arts Commission of Newport Beach welcomes and encourages community participation. Public comments are generally limited to three (3) minutes per person to allow everyone to speak. Written comments are encouraged as well. The City Arts Commission has the discretion to extend or shorten the time limit on agenda or non-agenda items. As a courtesy, please turn cell phones off or set them in the silent mode. IV.PUBLIC COMMENTS Public comments are invited on agenda items. Speakers must limit comments to three (3) minutes. Before speaking, we invite, but do not require, you to state your name for the record. The City Arts Commission has the discretion to extend or shorten the speakers’ time limit on agenda items, provided the time limit adjustment is applied equally to all speakers. As a courtesy, please turn cell phones off or set them in the silent mode. May 9, 2019 Page 2 City Arts Commission Meeting V.CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed under CONSENT CALENDAR are considered to be routine and will all be enacted by one motion in the form listed below. City Arts Commissioners have received detailed staff reports on each of the items recommending an action. There will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time the City Arts Commission votes on the motion unless members of the City Arts Commission request specific items to be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. Members of the public who wish to discuss a Consent Calendar item should come forward to the lectern upon invitation by the Chair. A.Approval of Minutes of the April 1, 2019, City Arts Commission Special Meeting and April 11, 2019 Regular Meeting Draft of 04/01/2019 Special Meeting Minutes1. 05-09-2019 - CAC - 01 Draft of 4-01-2019 SPECIAL MEETING Minutes.pdf Draft of 04/11/2019 Minutes2. 05-09-2019 - CAC - 02 Draft of 4-11-2019 Minutes.pdf B.Consent Calendar Items Financial Report3. Review of financial information. 05-09-2019 - CAC - 03 Financial Report.pdf Cultural Arts Activities4. Monthly review of cultural arts activities from the Library Administrative Office for upcoming Library and City arts events and services. 05-09-2019 - CAC - 04 Cultural Arts Activities April 2019.pdf VI.CURRENT BUSINESS A.Items for Review and Possible Action Consideration of Fake or Fortune Exhibition and Lecture5. Under the recommendation of the Art in Public Places Ad Hoc Subcommittee, staff requests that the City Arts Commission approve the exhibit and panel discussion of Fake or Fortune: Provenance and Attribution by Professor Joe Lewis of UCI Claire Trevor School of the Arts. 05-09-2019 - CAC - 05 Staff Report Fake or Fortune.pdf 05-09-2019 - CAC - 06 ATTACHMENT A - Fake or Fortune.pdf May 9, 2019 Page 3 City Arts Commission Meeting Proposal for Super Diamond Concert at Marina Park6. Based on the fees and specific needs of Super Diamond, staff recommends the Performing Arts on the Balboa Peninsula Ad Hoc Subcommittee identify and recommend an alternate Neil Diamond tribute band for the September 29, 2019, peninsula concert at Marina Park. 05-09-2019 - CAC - 07 Staff Report Super Diamond.pdf B.Monthly Reports Newport Beach Art Exhibition Ad Hoc Subcommittee7. Commissioner Arlene Greer, Commissioner Miriam Baker, Commissioner Marie Little Performing Arts for Concerts on the Green Ad Hoc Subcommittee8. Commissioner Michelle Bendetti, Commissioner Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Arlene Greer Performing Arts for Balboa Peninsula Ad Hoc Subcommittee9. Commissioner Barbara Glabman, Commissioner Arlene Greer, Commissioner Marie Little Art in Public Places Library Gallery Ad Hoc Subcommittee10. Commissioner Miriam Baker, Commissioner Arlene Greer Cultural Arts Grants Ad Hoc Subcommittee11. Commissioner Barbara Glabman, Commissioner Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Arlene Greer Publicity Liaison Ad Hoc Subcommittee12. Commissioner Michelle Bendetti, Commissioner Arlene Greer, Commissioner Wayan Kaufman Newport Beach Arts Foundation Liaison Ad Hoc Subcommittee13. Commissioner Wayan Kaufman Sculpture in Civic Center Park Exhibition Development Ad Hoc Subcommittee 14. Commissioner Arlene Greer, Commissioner Marie Little, Commissioner Barbara Glabman VII.CITY ARTS COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS OR MATTERS WHICH MEMBERS WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION OR REPORT (NON-DISCUSSION ITEM) May 9, 2019 Page 4 City Arts Commission Meeting VIII.PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Public comments are invited and non-agenda items generally considered to be within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Arts Commission. Speakers must limit comments to three (3) minutes. Before speaking, we invite, but do not require, you to state your name for the record. The City Arts Commission has the discretion to extend or shorten the speakers’ time limit on agenda or non-agenda items, provided the time limit adjustment is applied equally to all speakers. As a courtesy, please turn cell phones off or set them in the silent mode. IX.ADJOURNMENT DRAFT Newport Beach City Arts Commission Meeting Minutes Monday, April 1, 2019 Special Meeting – 5:00 PM Newport Beach Central Library 1000 Avocado Avenue Newport Beach, CA 92660 I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER – 5:00 P.M. II. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Arlene Greer, Chair Michelle Bendetti, Vice Chair Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Marie Little, Commissioner Commissioners Absent: Barbara Glabman, Secretary Miriam Baker, Commissioner Staff Present: Tim Hetherton, Library Services Director Natalie Basmaciyan, Library Services Manager III. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jim Mosher remarked that provisions prohibiting mass-produced pieces have been removed from Council Policy I-9. He asked when the City Arts Commission will recommend siting for the new sculptures. If the City Arts Commission decides to eliminate one of the pieces, he recommended Hope Springs Eternal as its replacement because the public ranked it highly. V. CURRENT BUSINESS A. Items for Review and Possible Action 1. Reconsideration of Pieces for Sculpture in Civic Center Park Exhibition-Phase IV – Staff recommends that the City Arts Commission reconsider the pieces Delilah and Mule Deer in terms of practicality. The Commission should also reconsider Pinnacle and Polished stainless steel sculptures as new information concerning the pieces has emerged since their recommendation for approval at the special meeting on March 21, 2019. Chair Greer reviewed the criteria used to evaluate submissions. Staff requests the City Arts Commission reevaluate Delilah in relation to the appropriateness of it being viewed by all ages. Commissioners felt Delilah is a beautiful piece with high artistic merit, but it could be considered risqué or inappropriate for children and could draw unwanted or undue attention as the loin cloth is rather low and the bottom of one breast is exposed. 4 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Special Meeting Minutes April 1, 2019 Page 2 In reply to Jim Mosher's question, Library Services Director Hetherton advised that the criteria have been used for all phases of the Sculpture Garden. Mr. Mosher concurred with Commissioners' comments regarding Delilah. Motion made by Vice Chair Bendetti, seconded by Chair Greer, and carried (4-0-0-2) to remove the sculpture Delilah from the list of sculptures recommended to the City Council for Phase IV of the Sculpture Exhibition. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Glabman, Baker Chair Greer reported staff requests the City Arts Commission reevaluate the sculpture Mule Deer as the antlers raise concerns about safety. Commissioners liked Mule Deer; however, the antler points are a safety concern. Commissioner Kaufman believed the sculpture could be sited in a way that reduces the temptation and one's ability to climb on the piece. The sculpture would look really nice on an elevated site. Commissioners reviewed photos of the sculpture in an effort to determine the sharpness of the antler points. Library Services Director Hetherton commented that people would be more likely to slip and fall onto the sculpture if it is sited on a slope. Jim Mosher indicated the safety issue is overstated because the obvious sharpness of the antler points will deter people from climbing on it. The piece seems to be small and is not artistic. Library Services Director Hetherton advised that the height of Mule Deer appears to be 5 feet 2 inches to the top of the antlers. Motion made by Vice Chair Bendetti, seconded by Chair Greer, and carried (4-0-0-2) to remove the sculpture Mule Deer from the list of sculptures recommended to the City Council for Phase IV of the Sculpture Exhibition. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Glabman, Baker Chair Greer noted the first and second alternate selections for the Sculpture Exhibition are Contender and START Now. The correct dimensions for Pinnacle are 36 inches high, 42 inches wide, and 37 inches deep. Other sculptures selected for the Sculpture Exhibition are smaller, and Pinnacle has high artistic merit. Pinnacle tied for seventh in the public survey, and the panel ranked it fifth. Jim Mosher advised that he would not select Pinnacle, but the public ranked it highly. 5 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Special Meeting Minutes April 1, 2019 Page 3 Motion made by Commissioner Little, seconded by Commissioner Kaufman, and carried (4-0-0-2) to retain the sculpture Pinnacle with the corrected dimensions as an alternate selection in the list of sculptures recommended to the City Council for Phase IV of the Sculpture Exhibition. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Glabman, Baker Chair Greer reported the artist has renamed Polished stainless steel to Wind Swept and will provide three figures rather than four. The City Arts Commission may reconsider its selection of Wind Swept as an alternate because the number of figures has changed. Rick Stein, Arts Orange County, believed the artist is not familiar with the submission process and did not verify the information in his submission forms. The public ranked the sculpture second, and the panel ranked it tenth. In response to Chair Greer's queries, Mr. Stein advised that the heights of the three pieces vary slightly. He will request the artist send the three tallest pieces for installation. Commissioners preferred three figures over four figures. The sculptures are contemporary and interesting. Motion made by Chair Greer, seconded by Commissioner Kaufman, and carried (4-0-0-2) to retain the sculpture Wind Swept f/k/a Polished stainless steel consisting of three figures as an alternate selection in the list of sculptures recommended to the City Council for Phase IV of the Sculpture Exhibition. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Glabman, Baker Mr. Stein indicated Contender was selected for Phase III but was not available when installation began. Contender was replaced with a similar but taller sculpture entitled Be Still and Know. Commissioners supported moving Contender from the list of alternates to the list of selections, stating Contender will add diversity to the Sculpture Garden, look imposing, and cast interesting and beautiful shadows. The sculpture is better suited to a lower area of the Sculpture Garden. Mr. Stein reported siting for the sculptures has not been determined. In answer to Jim Mosher's inquiry, Chair Greer indicated the alternates are ranked as Contender first, START Now second, Exposed third, and Fallen Sky fourth. Two alternates will remain if the City Arts Commission moves two of the four alternates to the list of selections. 6 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Special Meeting Minutes April 1, 2019 Page 4 Motion made by Commissioner Little, seconded by Vice Chair Bendetti, and carried (4-0- 0-2) to replace Delilah with Contender in the list of sculptures recommended to the City Council for Phase IV of the Sculpture Exhibition. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Glabman, Baker Chair Greer noted START Now ranked ninth in the public survey and tied for 14th in the panel voting. Commissioners discussed siting for the sculpture, the rear of the sculpture, ensuring the rear of the sculpture is visible, and ensuring light reflected from the sculpture is not a hazard. The sculpture will draw a strong response from millennials. Jim Mosher suggested many people may wonder why the sculpture is there if they do not understand its artistic message. Motion made by Chair Greer, seconded by Commissioner Little, and carried (4-0-0-2) to replace Mule Deer with START Now in the list of sculptures recommended to the City Council for Phase IV of the Sculpture Exhibition. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Glabman, Baker Chair Greer noted the remaining alternates are Exposed and Fallen Sky. Jim Mosher suggested the City Arts Commission select a third alternate. In the past, alternate sculptures were needed to replace sculptures withdrawn by the artist. Chair Greer proposed adding R.M.A.B as a third alternate. Hope Springs Eternal needs to be illuminated, and the City Arts Commission is trying to avoid illuminated sculptures. A Commissioner and Library Services Director Hetherton raised safety concerns in relation to R.M.A.B. Vice Chair Bendetti asked about the possibility of displaying Hope Springs Eternal without illumination. The sculpture was popular with the public. Mr. Stein reported Hope Springs Eternal was not intended to be illuminated necessarily. Jim Mosher advised that the photo of Hope Springs Eternal in the public survey did not show it illuminated. Motion made by Commissioner Kaufman, seconded by Commissioner Little, and carried (4-0-0-2) to add the unilluminated sculpture Hope Springs Eternal as the third alternate to 7 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Special Meeting Minutes April 1, 2019 Page 5 the list of sculptures recommended to the City Council for Phase IV of the Sculpture Exhibition. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Glabman, Baker VI. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS None VII. ADJOURNMENT – 6:06 P.M. Chair Greer adjourned the meeting at 6:06 p.m. 8 DRAFT Newport Beach City Arts Commission Meeting Minutes Thursday, April 11, 2019 Regular Meeting – 5:00 PM Civic Center Council Chambers 100 Civic Center Drive Newport Beach, CA 92660 I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER – 5:01 P.M. II. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Arlene Greer, Chair Michelle Bendetti, Vice Chair Barbara Glabman, Secretary (arrived at 5:03 p.m.) Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Marie Little, Commissioner Commissioners Absent: Miriam Baker, Commissioner Staff Present: Natalie Basmaciyan, Library Services Manager Francine Jacome, Administrative Support Technician III. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS None V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Approval of Minutes of the March 9, 2019 Study Session, March 14, 2019 Regular Meeting, and March 21, 2019 Special Meeting 1. Draft of 03/09/2019 Study Session Minutes Chair Greer revised UCI Trevor School of the Arts to UCI Claire Trevor School of the Arts. Motion made by Commissioner Glabman, seconded by Commissioner Little, and carried (5-0-0-1) to approve the draft Minutes for the study session of March 9, 2019 as amended. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Glabman, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker 2. Draft of 03/14/2019 Minutes Motion made by Chair Greer, seconded by Vice Chair Bendetti, and carried (5-0-0-1) to approve the draft Minutes for the regular meeting of March 14, 2019 as presented. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Glabman, Kaufman, Little 9 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Regular Meeting Minutes April 11, 2019 Page 2 NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker 3. Draft of 03/21/2019 Special Meeting Minutes Motion made by Vice Chair Bendetti, seconded by Chair Greer, and carried (5-0-0-1) to approve the draft Minutes for the special meeting of March 21, 2019 as presented. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Glabman, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker B. Consent Calendar Items 4. Financial Report – Review of financial information Library Services Manager Basmaciyan reported the Programming balance of $26,485 did not change from March to April. The $10,291 grand total for Professional Services is correct; however, the exact amount may be different by a few cents due to the rounding of amounts. The Professional Services balance decreased due to payments for Alan Scott's services and minute transcription for the month and a transfer of $19,711 to the Sculpture Garden budget. The balance of the Sculpture Garden budget is now $122,711. The Cultural Arts Grants balance has not changed. In reply to Chair Greer's query, Library Services Manager Basmaciyan advised that monies remaining in the Programming budget for the Newport Beach Art Exhibition near the end of the fiscal year can be reallocated to Concerts on the Green; however, staff will need sufficient time to plan and execute another concert. 5. Cultural Arts Activities – Monthly review of cultural arts activities from the Library Administrative Office for upcoming Library and City arts events and services Library Services Manager Basmaciyan indicated the Joe Cladis exhibit will remain on display in the Central Library Gallery until May 3. The pieces have received a great deal of positive attention. Festival Ballet Theatre offered two performances of Sleeping Beauty on March 16 with a total attendance of 420 people. Vice Chair Bendetti related that the event was well organized and did not impede patrons' use of the Library. Motion made by Chair Greer, seconded by Commissioner Glabman, and carried (5-0-0- 1) to approve the Consent Calendar. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Glabman, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker 10 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Regular Meeting Minutes April 11, 2019 Page 3 VI. CURRENT BUSINESS A. Items for Review and Possible Action 6. Sculpture in Civic Center Park Exhibition-Extension of Phase III – Extend the Sculpture in Civic Center Park Phase III sculptures, Balancing Act, Burnt Matchstick, Cultural Pedestrians, Getting Your Bearings, and No Swimming up to the time when Phase V works are scheduled to be installed but no longer than January 2020. Library Services Manager Basmaciyan reported installation of Phase V sculptures is scheduled for January 2020. Staff proposes Phase III sculptures Balancing Act, Burnt Matchstick, Cultural Pedestrians, Getting Your Bearings, and No Swimming remain on display until Phase V sculptures are installed but no later than January 2020. Artists will be offered $500 to allow the pieces to remain on display. Staff will work with Arts Orange County (ArtsOC) to extend the contracts. Jim Mosher was surprised to learn that Phase V is scheduled within a few months of Phase IV, which does not follow the original plan. Some of the Phase III sculptures proposed to remain appear to be near the locations proposed for Phase IV sculptures. He could not find an online map or a brochure showing the locations of sculptures in the Sculpture Exhibition. In response to questions, Library Services Manager Basmaciyan agreed to provide a map of the Sculpture Exhibition to Mr. Mosher. Now that the Council has approved the Phase IV sculptures, a map can be placed online. A map of Phase III sculptures is contained in a brochure available at all Library locations. Motion made by Chair Greer, seconded by Vice Chair Bendetti, and carried (5-0-0-1) to extend the display of Phase III sculptures Balancing Act, Burnt Matchstick, Cultural Pedestrians, Getting Your Bearings, and No Swimming until Phase V sculptures are installed but no later than January 2020. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Glabman, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker Chair Greer explained that Phase III sculptures are scheduled for de-installation in the fall of 2019. Phase IV sculptures will be installed on June 22. The selection of Phase IV sculptures was moved forward so that 20 sculptures will be on display in the Sculpture Garden. The timeline for Phase V has not been approved and will depend on the budget approved for the Sculpture Exhibition. Commissioner Glabman noted Phase III and Phase IV sculptures will be in the Sculpture Exhibition over the summer when the most tourists visit Newport Beach. Chair Greer announced that the City Council approved Phase IV of the Sculpture Exhibition on April 9, 2019. Phase IV sculptures are Pinnacle by Stephanie Bachiero, The 11 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Regular Meeting Minutes April 11, 2019 Page 4 Tot by Richard Becker, Spy Boy by David Buckingham, Windswept by Lake Daffner, Feathers in the Wind by Alex G., Slices of Heaven by Craig Gray, Hurricane by Ray Katz, Chairman of the Board by Steven Rieman, Contender by John Merigian, and START Now by Scott Froschauer. Sculptures selected as alternates are Exposed by Kathy Taslitz, Fallen Sky by Coral Lambert, and Hope Springs Eternal by Grant Bathke. Opening Day for Phase IV will be June 22, 2019. Chair Greer thanked the City Council, ArtsOC, Mr. Frisch, Mr. Barton, staff, and the community for their support. She congratulated the artists on their work being selected. S14. Laguna Playhouse Performances – The City Arts Commission designated Cultural Arts Grants funds specifically for K-6 educational programming for Newport Beach students. The Cultural Arts Grants Ad Hoc Subcommittee identified Laguna Playhouse as a viable option for fulfilling this objective. Library Services Manager Basmaciyan reported $14,500 in Cultural Arts Grants funding is available for educational programming for K-6 students in Newport Beach. Laguna Playhouse presents theatrical performances based on popular and critically acclaimed works of fiction in local schools. The cost of Laguna Playhouse performances is $3,000 each. Performances are scheduled for April 24 at Newport Elementary School and for May 2 at Mariners Elementary School. Chair Greer advised that actors will perform The Island of the Blue Dolphin with masks and puppets and will be accompanied by the Native American flute and percussion instruments. Motion made by Commissioner Glabman, seconded by Commissioner Kaufman, and carried (5-0-0-1) to approve the use of Cultural Arts Grant funding for two performances by Laguna Playhouse at Newport Elementary School and Mariners Elementary School. AYES: Greer, Bendetti, Glabman, Kaufman, Little NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker B. Monthly Reports 7. Performing Arts for Concerts on the Green Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Commissioner Michelle Bendetti, Commissioner Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Arlene Greer Vice Chair Bendetti announced the concert series will begin on Father's Day and conclude after Labor Day weekend. In reply to Chair Greer's request, Administrative Support Technician Francine Jacome reviewed the performance schedule of Side Deal on June 16, The Smith Country Band on July 7, Queen Nation on August 25, and Flashback Heart Attack on September 15. 12 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Regular Meeting Minutes April 11, 2019 Page 5 8. Performing Arts for Balboa Peninsula Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Commissioner Barbara Glabman, Commissioner Marie Little, Commissioner Arlene Greer Chair Greer reported the subcommittee has received a list of potential dates for a concert. The subcommittee is considering Super Diamond for the concert. She asked staff to determine whether Super Diamond is available on any of the dates listed. Commissioner Glabman noted Art in the Park is scheduled for the weekend of September 28. She favored the October 6 date because the Concerts on the Green will have concluded. The event could garner more publicity if it is held on October 6. Chair Greer advised that Library Services Manager Basmaciyan has learned that Peninsula Park is available on September 21, 22, 28, 29 and October 5, 6, 12, 13. Marina Park is a perfect location for concerts. Commissioner Little and Chair Greer concurred with scheduling a concert on October 6. Library Services Manager Basmaciyan indicated the Newport Beach Food and Wine Festival is scheduled for October 6. Chair Greer related that Marina Park is available on September 29 and October 6. The City Arts Commission should not rule out two events in one weekend because the Newport Beach Arts Exhibition and the first Concert on the Green are scheduled for Father's Day weekend. Library Services Manager Basmaciyan recommended a concert begin no later than 7:00 p.m. because of the residential areas around Marina Park and Peninsula Park. 9. Art in Public Places Library Gallery Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Commissioner Miriam Baker, Commissioner Arlene Greer Chair Greer indicated third member of the subcommittee will be appointed. The subcommittee will review applications for exhibits in the Library Gallery. Jim Mosher remarked that an exhibit of art from UCI students is located on the second floor of the Central Library. In answer to Chair Greer's question, Library Services Manager Basmaciyan advised that Professor Lewis has completed the installation, and it is properly signed. Professor Lewis has invited the artists to view their work on Saturday morning. Artwork too large for the display cases will be displayed on a table, and Professor Lewis will be present to protect the works. 10. Cultural Arts Grants Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Commissioner Barbara Glabman, Commissioner Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Arlene Greer Chair Greer noted the City Arts Commission has Cultural Arts Grants funding available for additional K-6 programming. She had requested Laguna Playhouse notify her if they have other cancellations. Perhaps Commissioner Glabman could contact OC Opera as well. 13 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Regular Meeting Minutes April 11, 2019 Page 6 Commissioner Glabman reported as of two weeks ago OC Opera had no openings for performances. Chair Greer advised that the subcommittee is considering a festival for all K-6 students in Newport Beach. 11. Publicity Liaison Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Commissioner Michelle Bendetti, Commissioner Arlene Greer, Commissioner Wayan Kaufman Chair Greer announced that the Corona del Mar Residents Association has invited the City Arts Commission to attend its annual open house and meeting scheduled for the following Wednesday. This is an opportunity for the City Arts Commission to raise awareness of its programming. She asked staff to invite the Newport Beach Arts Foundation to the meeting. Commissioner Glabman suggested a flyer or an announcement of the opening of the Sculpture Exhibition Phase IV be distributed at the Corona del Mar meeting. Chair Greer added that information about the Concerts on the Green and the Newport Beach Art Exhibition can be distributed at the meeting. 12. Newport Beach Arts Foundation Liaison Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Commissioner Wayan Kaufman Chair Greer understood the Newport Beach Arts Foundation has funding of approximately $28,000. The City Arts Commission will request the Arts Foundation use the funds to support Phase V of the Sculpture Exhibition. The City Arts Commission will ask the Arts Foundation to host the Phase IV Sculpture Exhibition Opening Day luncheon. The Newport Beach Arts Foundation will support the Newport Beach Art Exhibition with volunteers and by handling the sale of art. 13. Sculpture in Civic Center Park Exhibition Development Ad Hoc Subcommittee – Commissioner Arlene Greer, Commissioner Marie Little, Commissioner Barbara Glabman Chair Greer reported the subcommittee has discussed Burnt Matchstick. The subcommittee is drafting a naming program for local sponsorship. The subcommittee feels a naming program can be implemented more quickly and involve more people than a donor wall. Jim Mosher suggested the City Arts Commission clarify the ending date in its motion regarding Phase III sculptures given that Phase V sculptures may not be installed in January 2020. Library Services Manager Basmaciyan related that Phase III sculptures will remain on display until the proposed January 2020 date for installation of Phase V. In reply to Commissioner Glabman's query, Library Services Manager Basmaciyan clarified that Phase III sculptures will remain on display until January 2020 at which time Phase V sculptures will be installed. 14 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Regular Meeting Minutes April 11, 2019 Page 7 Mr. Mosher asked if Phase III sculptures will remain on display should the installation of Phase V be delayed beyond January 2020. Chair Greer indicated more information will be forthcoming. VII. CITY ARTS COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS OR MATTERS WHICH MEMBERS WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION OR REPORT (NON-DISCUSSION ITEM) Chair Greer requested agenda items for the Fake or Fortune exhibit, the Balboa Peninsula concert, the naming program for the Sculpture Garden, the Sculpture Garden Opening Day, retaining Burnt Matchstick, and Cultural Arts Grants remaining funding for K-6 programming. VIII. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Jim Mosher recommended the website for the Sculpture Exhibition be updated and include more information and graphics. The City Charter tasks the City Arts Commission with making recommendations to the City Council regarding ordinances, rules, and regulations. Chair Greer requested staff update the website to include current sculptures. Library Services Manager Basmaciyan reported the current sculptures can be found on the Newport Beach Public Library website under Cultural Arts. The City website will redirect a user to the Library website. The MyNB app is a walking tour of the Sculpture Exhibition. Commissioner Glabman suggested access be simplified. Most people are not aware that the City Arts Commission falls under the purview of the Library. Chair Greer acknowledged Ritch LeGrand who has been appointed to the City Arts Commission. IX. ADJOURNMENT – 5:58 P.M. Chair Greer adjourned the meeting at 5:58 p.m. 15 As of April 30, 2019 ACCT NAME / # BUDGET DATE VENDOR EXPENSES BALANCE NOTES Programming 60,500 01060603-841004 07/05 Joshua Schreiber 3,250 57,250 Springsteen Experience(COTG) 07/05 Triskelion Event Services 2,500 54,750 Springsteen Exp (sound) 07/05 Triskelion Event Services 2,500 52,250 Tijuana Dogs (sound) 07/16 Matthew B. Mauser 3,250 49,000 Tijuana Dogs (COTG) 07/31 GotPrint 27 48,973 Marketing Concerts on the Green 07/31 GotPrint 197 48,776 Marketing Concerts on the Green 07/31 GotPrint 197 48,579 Marketing Concert on Peninsula 08/09 Triskelion Event Services 2,500 46,079 Desperado (sound) 08/22 Aaron Broering 3,250 42,829 Desperado (COTG) 08/22 Southland Sings 7,450 35,379 Concert in Peninsula Park 08/22 Triskelion Event Services 3,265 32,114 Southland Sings (sound) 09/21 NB Chamber of Commerce 1,500 30,614 Green on Green Eco Expo 10/05 Firebrand Media 200 30,414 Marketing Concert on Peninsula 10/05 Firebrand Media 200 30,214 Marketing Concert on Peninsula 10/05 Firebrand Media 400 29,814 Marketing Concert on Peninsula 10/05 Signature Party Rentals 2,311 27,504 Concert in Peninsula Park 10/05 Signature Party Rentals 150 27,353 Concert in Peninsula Park 11/01 Eddie Flores 553 26,800 Staff OT Concert in Peninsula Park 01/03 Ware Disposal Company 315 26,485 Dumpster for Concert in Pen Park 04/01 GotPrint 77 26,409 Marketing for Sleeping Beauty 04/19 Alliant Insurance 2,705 23,704 Summer Cultural Arts events 04/26 Los Angeles Times 250 23,453 Phase IV public outreach 04/26 Mark Kaufman/Local Arts 725 22,728 Marketing concerts/art exhibition TOTAL 22,728 Professional Services 37,376 01060603-811008 07/13 Crown Building Services 656 36,720 Ben Carlson statue cleaning 07/20 Alan Scott 235 36,485 Art installation 07/20 Alliant Insurance 643 35,842 Concert in Peninsula Park 08/24 TAVD Visual Assistant 153 35,689 Transcription of Minutes 09/14 TAVD Visual Assistant 189 35,500 Transcription of Minutes 09/14 TAVD Visual Assistant 144 35,356 Transcription of Minutes 09/21 Alan Scott 303 35,054 Art installation 10/18 TAVD Visual Assistant 304 34,750 Transcription of Minutes 11/09 Alan Scott 303 34,447 Art installation 11/09 TAVD Visual Assistant 180 34,267 Transcription of Minutes 11/30 Crown Building Services 825 33,442 Sphere 112 sculpture cleaning 12/14 TAVD Visual Assistant 182 33,260 Transcription of Minutes 01/03 William McClelland Ent 870 32,390 Bronze sculptures maintenance ***01/08 Transfer to 811054 19,711 12,679 Funding of Sculpture Phase IV 01/11 TAVD Visual Assistant 180 12,499 Transcription of Minutes 01/25 ABM Janitorial 304 12,195 Cleaning @ Concert in Pen Park 01/25 ABM Janitorial 270 11,925 Cleaning @ July COTG 01/25 ABM Janitorial 270 11,655 Cleaning @ NB Art Exhibition 02/15 TAVD Visual Assistant 86 11,570 Transcription of Minutes 02/22 Crown Building Services 825 10,745 Sphere 112 sculpture cleaning 03/08 Alan Scott 303 10,442 Art installation 03/15 TAVD Visual Assistant 151 10,292 Transcription of Minutes 04/19 TAVD Visual Assistant 464 9,828 Transcription of Minutes 04/19 TAVD Visual Assistant 108 9,720 Transcription of Minutes 04/19 TAVD Visual Assistant 230 9,491 Transcription of Minutes TOTAL 9,491 FY 2018-19Cultural Arts Division 5/1/2019 1 of 2 16 As of April 30, 2019 ACCT NAME / # BUDGET DATE VENDOR EXPENSES BALANCE NOTES FY 2018-19Cultural Arts Division City Grants 40,000 01060603-821006 11/15 Newport Beach Sister City 2,000 38,000 2018-19 Cultural Arts Grant 11/30 Baroque Music Festival, CdM 4,000 34,000 2018-19 Cultural Arts Grant 11/30 Chuck Jones Ctr for Creativ 2,000 32,000 2018-19 Cultural Arts Grant 12/21 Newport Beach Film Fest 5,000 27,000 2018-19 Cultural Arts Grant 12/21 Newport El School Found 3,000 24,000 2018-19 Cultural Arts Grant 12/21 Pacific Symphony 5,000 19,000 2018-19 Cultural Arts Grant 12/21 Balboa Island Improv Assoc 2,000 17,000 2018-19 Cultural Arts Grant 01/03 Newport Mesa Unified Sch 1,000 16,000 2018-19 Cultural Arts Grant 02/11 Festival Ballet Theatre 1,500 14,500 FBT Sleeping Beauty for Kids ** TOTAL 14,500 ** NOTE: $16,000 CA Grants balance is designated for K-6 arts programming Scuplture Garden 100,000 (Contract Art Services)01/08 Transfer from 811008 (19,711) 119,711 Funding of Sculpture Phase IV 01060603-811054 01/08 Newport Beach Arts Found (15,000) 134,711 Private donation for Phase IV 03/01 Arts Orange County 6,000 128,711 Phase IV management (1/5) 03/15 Arts Orange County 6,000 122,711 Phase IV management (2/5) 04/19 Arts Orange County 6,000 116,711 Phase IV management (3/5) TOTAL 116,711 5/1/2019 2 of 2 17 TO Newport Beach City Arts Commission FROM: Library Services Department Natalie Basmaciyan, Library Services Manager 949-717-3819, nbasmaciyan@newportbeachca.gov PREPARED BY: Natalie Basmaciyan TITLE: Cultural Arts Activities for April 2019 Art at the Library "OC Coast Print Series" art prints by Joe Cladis March 4 - May 3, 2019, Central Library Gallery The Newport Beach City Arts Commission presents an exhibition of art prints depicting the Orange County Coast by artist Joe Cladis, on display at the Newport Beach Central Library gallery. As long as he can remember, Joe Cladis has loved to draw. That love led him to Art Center College of Design in Pasadena where he majored in Advertising with a minor in Illustration. Since that time he has spent his life working in the visual arts as a fine artist, graphic designer and illustrator. Having lived in Orange County for over 35 years, Joe has come to love the uniqueness of each of its coastal towns and communities. This passion led him to create the OC Coast print series. “The Orange County coast has so many iconic communities, each with their own personality and style. Capturing the essence of each one is a fun, artistic challenge for me.” - Joe The exhibition will be on display during library operating hours, March 4 through May 3, 2019. (Little Corona by Joe Cladis) 18 TO Newport Beach City Arts Commission FROM: Library Services Department Natalie Basmaciyan, Library Services Manager 949-717-3819, nbasmaciyan@newportbeachca.gov PREPARED BY: Natalie Basmaciyan TITLE: Consideration of Fake or Fortune Exhibition and Lecture at the Library RECOMMENDATION: Under the recommendation of the Art in Public Places Ad Hoc Subcommittee, staff requests that the City Arts Commission approve the exhibit and panel discussion of Fake or Fortune: Provenance and Attribution by Professor Joe Lewis of UCI Claire Trevor School of the Arts. FUNDING REQUIREMENTS: No funding requirement. DISCUSSION: Professor Joe Lewis has completed the Application for Review and Consideration of Art for the exhibit Fake or Fortune: Provenance and Attribution. Professor Lewis proposes to feature artworks from the Sandy Weiss and Family collection of unauthenticated works. Professor Lewis also proposes a panel discussion about the artworks for the public to attend. The Library Services Director manages the gallery space. The City Arts Commission’s Art in Public Places Ad Hoc Subcommittee meets periodically to review artist's submissions and notifies artists by mail of acceptance. Staff arranges the hanging of the art. The library gallery space is currently booked through November 2020. NOTICING: This agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of the meeting at which the City Arts Commission considers the item). 19 ATTACHMENT A FAKE OR FORTUNE 20 21 1 of 2 TO Newport Beach City Arts Commission FROM: Library Services Department Natalie Basmaciyan, Library Services Manager 949-717-3819, nbasmaciyan@newportbeachca.gov PREPARED BY: Natalie Basmaciyan TITLE: Proposal for Super Diamond Concert at Marina Park RECOMMENDATION: Based on the fees and specific needs of Super Diamond, staff recommends the Performing Arts on the Balboa Peninsula Ad Hoc Subcommittee identify and recommend an alternate Neil Diamond tribute band for the September 29, 2019, peninsula concert at Marina Park. FUNDING REQUIREMENTS: Performance fees and sound engineering for the proposed concert will be expensed from the City Arts Commission 2019/20 programming budget. The band manager indicated that Super Diamond would perform for $7,500, plus expenses. Expenses include seven hotel rooms, and specific food and beverage requirements. The staging and sound engineering requirements cost a minimum of $3,000 in addition to the band’s fee. DISCUSSION: The City Arts Commission hosted Southland Sings in September 2018 at Peninsula Park, with approximately 300 people in attendance. Marina Park has been reserved for this year’s peninsula concert due to more visibility to residents and visitors. The Performing Arts on the Balboa Peninsula Ad Hoc Subcommittee recommends performers to the City Arts Commission for approval. The band selected for this year’s concert is Super Diamond, a Neil Diamond tribute band. Super Diamond, based in San Francisco, CA, has a detailed and specific rider requiring the City Arts Commission pay for hotel rooms and other expenses. The band’s performance fee is $7,500.00. Staff negotiates a fee with the performers, and coordinates the use of Marina Park. Additional funds are used to publicize the event and to hire a sound engineering contractor for the performance. The sound engineering firm, Triskelion Event Services, Inc., provides the sound equipment and speakers for a minimum of $3,000 per concert. Super Diamond’s detailed rider specifies equipment beyond the normal services Triskelion provides for the other concerts that the City Arts Commission hosts. Staff is awaiting a quote from Triskelion based on Super Diamond’s specific requirements. Based on the fees and specific needs of Super Diamond, staff recommends the Performing Arts on the Balboa Peninsula Ad Hoc Subcommittee identify and recommend an alternate Neil Diamond tribute band for the September 29, 2019, peninsula concert at Marina Park. 22 2 of 2 Local Neil Diamond tribute acts include: • Hot August Night – A Tribute to Neil Diamond • Neil Diamond Tribute - Jason Lohrke • Fantastic Diamond • America’s Diamond Booking an act based in Southern California will preclude additional fees for accommodations, amenities, and technical requirements. NOTICING: This agenda item has been noticed according to the Brown Act (72 hours in advance of the meeting at which the City Arts Commission considers the item). 23