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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-03-11 CAC Agenda ArchivedCITY OF NEWPORT BEACH CITY ARTS COMMISSION AGENDA Newport Beach City Hall (via Zoom) 100 Civic Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660 Thursday, March 11, 2021 - 5:00 PM City Arts Commission Members: Marie Little, Chair Arlene Greer, Vice Chair Maureen Flanagan, Secretary Miriam Baker, Commissioner Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Ritch LeGrand, Commissioner Leonard Simon, Commissioner Staff Members: Tim Hetherton, Library Services Director Camille Escareal-Garcia, Cultural Arts Assistant SPECIAL NOTICE REGARDING COVID-19 On March 4, 2020, Governor Newsom proclaimed a State of Emergency in California as a result of the threat of COVID-19. On March 12, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-25-20, which allows City Arts Commissioners to attend City Arts Commission meetings by electronic means. Please be advised that to minimize the spread of COVID-19, City Arts Commissioners may attend this meeting either electronically or telephonically. Also, please be advised that on March 17, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-29-20, which allows for the public to participate in any meeting of the City Arts Commission telephonically or by other electronic means. Given the health risks associated with COVID-19, the City of Newport Beach will conduct this meeting via Zoom. As a member of the public, if you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options: 1.You can submit your questions and comments in writing for the City Arts Commission to consider. Please send them by email to the Library Services Department at ArtsCommission@newportbeachca.gov by Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. to give the City Arts Commissioners time to consider your comments. All emails will be made part of the record. 2.You can connect with a computer by joining through Zoom. Click the link below to register for the meeting using a valid email address. You will receive a confirmation email allowing you to join the meeting: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jC9TC3sHQBuUcevpgi1qCg 3.Or you may connect by Phone/Audio Only by calling: (669) 900-9128. The meeting ID is 955 7097 5223#. Please know that it is important for the City to allow public participation at this meeting. While the City does not expect there to be any changes to the above process for participating in this meeting, if there is a change, the City will post the information as soon as possible to the City’s website. The City of Newport Beach thanks you in advance for continuing to take precautions to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The City Arts Commission meeting is subject to the Ralph M. Brown Act. Among other things, the Brown Act requires that the City Arts Commission agenda be posted at least seventy-two (72) hours in advance of each regular 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 Board of Library Trustees. 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 Tim Hetherton, Library Services Director, 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 thetherton@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. March 11, 2021 Page 2 City Arts Commission Meeting I.CALL MEETING TO ORDER II.ROLL CALL III.NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC 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. Attendees must raise their hand in the Zoom module if they would like to speak. If attending by phone, press *9 to raise hand. 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 must raise their hand in the Zoom module if they would like to speak upon invitation of the Chair. If attending by phone, press *9 to raise hand. A.Approval of Minutes of the February 11, 2021, City Arts Commission Meeting Draft of 2/11/2021 Minutes1. DRAFT OF MINUTES B.Consent Calendar Items Financial Report2. Review of financial information. FINANCIAL REPORT Cultural Arts Activities3. Monthly review of cultural arts activities from the Library Administrative Office for upcoming Library and City arts events and services. CULTURAL ARTS ACTIVITIES March 11, 2021 Page 3 City Arts Commission Meeting VI.CURRENT BUSINESS A.Items for Review and Possible Action Community Arts Survey Results4. The Community Arts Survey Ad Hoc Subcommittee will present the results of the recent public arts survey. COMMUNITY ARTS SURVEY REPORT COMMUNITY ARTS SURVEY REPORT - ATTACHMENT A COMMUNITY ARTS SURVEY REPORT - ATTACHMENT B Recommendation of Sculpture Photo Contest Winners5. The Art in Public Spaces Ad Hoc Subcommittee will recommend the winners of the 2020-2021 Sculpture Photo Contest for City Arts Commission approval. SCULPTURE PHOTO CONTEST REPORT SCULPTURE PHOTO CONTEST REPORT - ATTACHMENT A SCULPTURE PHOTO CONTEST REPORT - ATTACHMENT B Central Library Gallery Display of Ocean Quest Collection6. Staff presents a proposal to display items from the Ocean Quest collection in the Central Library display cases. OCEAN QUEST COLLECTION REPORT B.Monthly Reports Art in Public Spaces Ad Hoc Subcommittee7. Commissioners Miriam Baker, Arlene Greer, Marie Little Newport Beach Art Exhibition Ad Hoc Subcommittee8. Commissioners Maureen Flanagan, Arlene Greer, Marie Little Newport Beach Arts Foundation Liaison Ad Hoc Subcommittee9. Commissioner Maureen Flanagan VII.CITY ARTS COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS OR MATTERS WHICH MEMBERS WOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION OR REPORT (NON-DISCUSSION ITEM) March 11, 2021 Page 4 City Arts Commission Meeting VIII.PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS 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. Attendees must raise their hand in the Zoom module if they would like to speak. If attending by phone, press *9 to raise hand. IX.ADJOURNMENT DRAFT Newport Beach City Arts Commission Meeting Minutes Thursday, February 11, 2021 Regular Meeting – 5:00 PM Civic Center Council Chambers (Via Zoom) 100 Civic Center Drive Newport Beach, CA 92660 I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER – 5:00 P.M. II. ROLL CALL Commissioners Present: Marie Little, Chair Maureen Flanagan, Secretary Wayan Kaufman, Commissioner Leonard Simon, Commissioner Commissioners Absent: Arlene Greer, Vice Chair Miriam Baker, Commissioner Ritch LeGrand, Commissioner Staff Present: Tim Hetherton, Library Services Director Camille Escareal-Garcia, Cultural Arts Assistant Francine Jacome, Administrative Support Specialist III. NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC IV. PUBLIC COMMENT None. V. CONSENT CALENDAR A. Approval of Minutes of the January 14, 2021, City Arts Commission Meeting 1. Draft of 1/14/2021 Minutes Motion made by Commissioner Simon, seconded by Secretary Flanagan, and carried (4-0-0-3) to approve the January 14, 2021, meeting minutes as written. AYES: Little, Flanagan, Kaufman, Simon NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker, Greer, LeGrand B. Consent Calendar Items 2. Financial Report – Review of financial information Library Services Director Hetherton stated that Cultural Arts expenditures are on track. Cultural Arts is currently paying invoices for Phases 5 and 6 of the sculpture exhibition. There were also funds spent on maintenance in January; otherwise, there is little 5 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Meeting Minutes February 11, 2021 Page 2 spending due to COVID-19. There may be an increase in spending in the spring with the art show and potential for summer concerts. 3.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 Director Hetherton introduced Camille Escareal-Garcia, the new Cultural Arts Assistant. She previously worked part time for the Library. Cultural Arts Assistant Escareal-Garcia stated her excitement for the position. Director Hetherton reported the Sculpture Photo Contest ended on January 31st with 330 submissions from 45 photographers. The Art in Public Spaces Ad Hoc Subcommittee will review the submissions and make recommendations to the Art Commission in March. Motion made by Chair Little, seconded by Commissioner Simon, and carried (4-0-0-3) to approve the Consent Calendar. AYES: Little, Flanagan, Kaufman, Simon NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker, Greer, LeGrand VI.CURRENT BUSINESS A.Items for Review and Possible Action 4.Cultural Arts Grants, Fiscal Year 2020-2021 - Staff recommends thatthe City Arts Commission review the grant applications and approve the recipients for recommendation to City Council for FY 2020/21 CulturalArts Grants in accordance with City Council Policy I-10 – Financial Support for Culture and the Arts. Chair Little explained she assigned Commissioners Kaufman and Simon to the Ad Hoc Subcommittee and requested they present their report. The public can access the document from the library website. Commissioner Simon explained the subcommittee reviewed nine grant applications, two of which were new applicants and the other seven were previous grant awardees. They used the criteria as defined by the City Council Policy 1-10 and the Cultural Arts Grants Scoring Sheet. Commissioner Kaufman summarized the nine applications received as follows: •The Arts & Learning Conservatory requested $2,500 and estimate the program will serve 55 residents by making the Ensign Middle School’s musical theatreprogram virtual. •Backhausdance requested $4,000 to serve 275 residents with a new programcalled Dance Expressions: Creativity and Choreography aimed at movement for 6 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Meeting Minutes February 11, 2021 Page 3 high school students. Dance and creative movement instruction are not currently included in K-12 core curriculum, so this program will most likely be popular. •Baroque Music Festival, CDM requested $4,000 to serve an estimated 650 residents. The funds will be designated for 1) a prerecorded virtual presentationof a Bach Keyboard Extravaganza and a ticketed event, and 2) subsidized $5student tickets to the live concerts during festival week. •The Chuck Jones Center for Creativity requested $8,000 to serve 192 residents55 years of age and older. The program is called Food for Thought and it is their adult health brain program which will be held virtually over four weeks. •The Inland Futures Foundation is a new applicant that requested $5,000 to serve an estimated 5,800 residents per month. The program is to support the fundingfor the filming of an episode of the second season of Uncovered in the Archivesfocused on the history and culture of the City of Newport Beach. It will air on PBSaffiliate KCBR. •Kontrapunktus requested $2,000 to potentially reach 5,000 residents. This will cover 1) the spring production of a virtual prerecorded concert called Opus 6: The Music of Handel and 2) a spring Master Class course in cello and violin formiddle and high school students. •The Laguna Playhouse requested $5,000 to serve an estimated 650 residents.The program is a presentation though The Theatre for a New Generation Program of The Outsiders. The first streaming will include a live panel discussionon the topic of social equity. The program is targeted at teens to adults ages 14to 25. •The Pacific Symphony requested $5,000 for their Class Act Program, which isestimated to serve 875 elementary school students. The program has been adopted for virtual delivery instead of assemblies and a field trip. •South Coast Repertory requested $5,000 to serve an estimated 700 residents for two presentations through the Theatre for Young Audiences Program. Thisprogram has been adopted for virtual delivery including an online classroomviewing of Red Riding Hood and six ticketed live outdoor productions of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Commissioner Simon stated that they recommend three of the nine applications not be funded. First, Kontapunktus has requested 50% funding of the project cost, but had a surplus in excess of $25,000 last year and anticipate a surplus of over $68,000 this year. Therefore, they should fund the project themselves. Second, Chuck Jones Center for Creativity requested $8,000 and funds 46% of the project cost. However, the committee feels the organization is not fiscally prudent since 63% of their income is spent on marketing, advertising, and administration. Third, Inland Futures requested $5,000 and funds a single episode that may not have widespread availability in Newport Beach and is lower on the I-10 list of priorities. Commissioner Simon stated the Ad Hoc Subcommittee recommends the remaining requests be accepted and funded in full. He provided the Commission with a summary of the fiscal responsibility of the remaining organizations. The total amount to be granted is $25,500 with the total requested $40,500. The City Arts Commission Grants Budget was $30,000. The Ad Hoc Subcommittee recommends the remaining $4,500 be spent on a program to be determined later in the fiscal year. 7 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Meeting Minutes February 11, 2021 Page 4 Chair Little thanked Commissioners Kaufman and Simon for their work. She liked the idea of reserving the $4,500. Secretary Flanagan agreed with the Ad Hoc Subcommittee and commended them for a job well done. She also approved of reserving the $4,500. Chair Little asked for public comment. Newport Beach Resident Jim Mosher commended the Ad Hoc Subcommittee on their analysis. He stated that the PBS Station’s letters were transposed, and it should be KVCR. He did not believe the station was available in Newport Beach even with cable service. Chair Little noted she was also unable to find KVCR. Commissioners voted and approved the following grantees: ⋅ Arts & Learning ($2,500) ⋅ Backhausdance ($4,000) ⋅ Baroque Music Festival-CDM ($4,000) ⋅ Laguna Playhouse ($5,000) ⋅ Pacific Symphony ($5,000) ⋅ South Coast Repertory ($5,000) The balance of $4,500 will be retained by the CAC for possible future programming. Motion made by Chair Little, seconded by Secretary Flanagan, and carried (4-0-0-3) to approve the Cultural Arts Grants for the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 as allocated by the Ad Hoc Subcommittee listed above. AYES: Little, Flanagan, Kaufman, Simon NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker, Greer, LeGrand 5.Recommendation for Acceptance of Donated Art – The Art in Public Spaces Ad Hoc Subcommittee recommends that the Commission acceptdonated painting, Grandma’s Spirit by Thekla Hathaway Hammond, into the City’s art inventory. Chair Little explained the Art in Public Spaces Ad Hoc Subcommittee met with Mr. David Kuhn, Jr., a Newport Beach resident, to discuss the denotation of a painting by his late sister, Thekla Hathaway Hammond, to the City. Ms. Hammond studied at the University of California, Santa Barbara and exhibited her work from 1972 to 2016. “Grandmother’s Spirit” was completed in 1995. Chair Little provided the dimensions and noted Mr. Kuhn agreed to the conditions in Council Policy I-11. Chair Little and Vice Chair Greer acting as the Ad Hoc Subcommittee viewed the painting, liked the piece, and recommend that the City acquire it. She presented a picture of the painting to the Commission. The piece has not been professionally appraised, but Ms. Hammond’s work sells for $10,000 and up. Commissioner Simon stated he lives near Mr. Kuhn and was able to view the painting. He said the pictures do not do the piece justice as it is beautiful. He felt it should be displayed on a wall of at least 8 or 9 feet. 8 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Meeting Minutes February 11, 2021 Page 5 Chair Little stressed again that the piece is beautiful in person. Secretary Flanagan appreciated the other Commissioner’s comments as she was not impressed with the photographs. Commissioner Kaufman said she hoped to see the piece in person someday. Commissioner Simon explained Ms. Hammond’s paintings sell for $10,000 to $20,000. Most of her work is large, as is “Grandmother’s Spirit,” and the City should acquire it and display it prominently. Library Services Director Tim Hetherton said he made an error in the staff report. The Art Commission approves the piece for inclusion in the City art inventory, but it does need to go to City Council. The Motion to approve should state “The Arts Commission recommends the City Council approve “Grandmother’s Spirit” for inclusion in the City art inventory. Commissioner Simon asked if the City Council should view the painting as he thought that could be arranged. Library Services Director Tim Hetherton said that had been done before and if allowed he would do so with this request, but the item will most likely be on Consent Calendar and approved as a slate. Chair Little requested public comment. Newport Beach Resident Jim Mosher thought that absent a definite idea for placement he would recommend the Commission not accept the donation. He explained that past Arts Commissions acquired pieces and the Library ended up with a storeroom full of art. Library Services Director Tim Hetherton said that was not accurate. The City maintains wall art in the art inventory that can be displayed in offices and then switched out. Generally permanent places are secured for sculptures and the like. The Arts Commission could recommend a site to the City Council or allow the piece to go into the art inventory to be displayed in offices. He felt the art hung in City offices was a personal choice by the staff. Motion made by Commissioner Simon, seconded by Chair Little, and carried (4-0-0-3) to approve the recommendation to the City Council to approve “Grandmother’s Spirit” for inclusion in the City art inventory. AYES: Little, Flanagan, Kaufman, Simon NOES: None ABSTENTIONS: None ABSENT: Baker, Greer, LeGrand B.Monthly Reports 6.Art in Public Spaces Library Gallery Ad Hoc Subcommittee - Commissioners Miriam Baker, Arlene Greer, Marie Little None 9 Newport Beach City Arts Commission Meeting Minutes February 11, 2021 Page 6 7.Newport Beach Art Exhibition Ad Hoc Subcommittee –Commissioners Maureen Flanagan, Arlene Greer, Marie Little Chair Little reported the call for entries opened on February 1st. This will be the 56th annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition for paintings, drawings, sculpture, mixed-media, and photography. First prize is $300, second prize is $200, third prize $100, juror’s choice $200, and people’s choice $100. The event is all ages and scheduled for Saturday, June 26, 2021. Online call for entries is at www.callforentry.org and further information is available at www.newportbeachca.gov/culturalarts. VII.CITY ARTS COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENTS OR MATTERS WHICH MEMBERSWOULD LIKE PLACED ON A FUTURE AGENDA FOR DISCUSSION, ACTION ORREPORT (NON-DISCUSSION ITEM) •Chair Little had two announcements: ° Commissioner Simon has stepped down as NBAF liaison. She thanked him for his time served and announced Secretary Flanagan would take the position for the remainder of 2020-2021. Chair Little will make the appropriate announcements. ° Vice Chair Greer was unable to attend the meeting due to the death of her mother. The Commission keeps the Vice Chair and her family in their hearts. •Chair Little wanted the following added to the Consent Calendar: ° Art in Public Spaces Ad Hoc Subcommittee will meet to discuss locations for donation. ° Community Arts Survey will be reported by the special Ad Hoc Subcommittee. ° Sculpture exhibition photo contest Ad Hoc Subcommittee will recommend winners. VIII.PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS Newport Beach resident Jim Mosher reported that the Art Commission’srecommendations for the Phase VI Sculpture exhibit was presented to and accepted bythe City Council. There were several comments about how the selections were made, particularly by Council Members Brenner and Dixon. They hoped the way the entrieswere evaluated would change in the future, in particular giving preference to local artistsand more weight to the public survey. They further suggested a City Council studysession on the selection process. Mr. Mosher suggested the Commission watch thevideo of the Tuesday, February 9, 2021, Council Meeting. Chair Little stated she watched the Council Meeting and that the Commission was awareof what happened and would address it. IX.ADJOURNMENT – 6:02 P.M. Chair Little adjourned the meeting at 6:02 P.M. 10 As of February 28, 2021 ACCT NAME / #BUDGET DATE VENDOR EXPENSES BALANCE NOTES Programming 60,500.00 01060603-841004 07/24 Restoration Artechs Inc.5,315.00 55,185.00 Marine monument restoration 07/31 GotPrint 438.81 54,746.19 Sculpture Exhibition brochures 07/31 Image 360 246.20 54,499.99 Sculpture placards 09/30 Amazon.com 50.00 54,449.99 Arts survey gift card: week 1 09/30 Amazon.com 50.00 54,399.99 Arts survey gift card: week 2 10/31 Amazon.com 50.00 54,349.99 Arts survey gift card: week 3 10/31 Amazon.com 50.00 54,299.99 Arts survey gift card: week 4 10/31 Amazon.com 50.00 54,249.99 Arts survey gift card: week 5 10/31 Amazon.com 50.00 54,199.99 Arts survey gift card: week 6 11/30 Amazon.com 50.00 54,149.99 Arts survey gift card: week 7 11/30 Amazon.com 50.00 54,099.99 Arts survey gift card: week 8 12/31 CaFE (WESTAF)525.00 53,574.99 NBAE adminstrative renewal TOTAL 53,574.99 Professional Services 15,954.00 01060603-811008 07/31 Hector Dominguez 3,350.00 12,604.00 "Metalfor" restoration (deposit) 07/31 Jose Martinez 398.75 12,205.25 "Sunset Years" bench restoration 08/21 TAVD Visual Assistant 144.00 12,061.25 Transcription of Minutes (7/20) 08/28 Crown Building Services 825.00 11,236.25 Sphere 112 cleaning 09/18 TAVD Visual Assistant 281.25 10,955.00 Transcription of Minutes (8/20) 09/25 William McClelland Ent.600.00 10,355.00 Bronze sculpture restoration 10/16 TAVD Visual Assistant 150.75 10,204.25 Transcription of Minutes (9/20) 11/20 TAVD Visual Assistant 110.25 10,094.00 Transcription of Minutes (10/20) 11/27 Alan Scott 235.00 9,859.00 Art installation (Bow Seat) 12/11 TAVD Visual Assistant 132.75 9,726.25 Transcription of Minutes (11/20) 01/15 Alan Scott 302.50 9,423.75 Art installation (William Leung) 01/22 William McClelland Ent.330.00 9,093.75 Bronze sculpture restoration TOTAL 9,859.00 City Grants 30,000.00 01060603-821006 TOTAL 30,000.00 Sculpture Garden (III/IV)58,818.34 (Contract Art Services)07/24 Karl Unnasch 3,000.00 55,818.34 "Burnt Matchstick" honorarium (2/2) 01060603-811054 TOTAL 55,818.34 Sculpture Garden (Ph V/V 141,436.00 01060603-811059 07/01 Roger Heitzman 2,075.00 139,361.00 "Cosmo" honorarium (1/2) 07/01 Dominic Panziera 3,000.00 136,361.00 "Individuality n.1" honorarium (1/2) 07/01 Curt Brill 3,000.00 133,361.00 "Seated Diana" honorarium (1/2) 07/01 Andra Broekelschen 1,100.00 132,261.00 "Window to the Sea" honor. (1/2) 07/01 Nancy Mooslin 1,750.00 130,511.00 "Fractured Peace" honor. (1/2) 07/01 Joe Sackett 3,000.00 127,511.00 "Dude Ascending" honor. (1/2) 07/01 Patricia Vader 3,000.00 124,511.00 "Unbearable Lightn." honor. (1/2) 07/01 Ronald Whitacre 2,250.00 122,261.00 "Marble Shooter" honorarium (1/2) 07/01 Monica B. Wyatt 3,000.00 119,261.00 "I'm Listening" honorarium (1/2) 07/31 Grant Irish 2,000.00 117,261.00 "Primemover" honorarium (1/2) 08/14 Arts Orange County 38,651.00 78,610.00 Phase V mgmt (8/8) & installation 09/04 Arts Orange County 4,350.00 74,260.00 Relocation of "Dude Ascending" 09/25 Arts Orange County 3,000.00 71,260.00 Phase VI management (1/10) 10/16 Arts Orange County 3,000.00 68,260.00 Phase VI management (2/10) 12/25 Arts Orange County 3,000.00 65,260.00 Phase VI management (3/10) FY 2020-21Cultural Arts Division 3/1/2021 1 of 2 11 As of February 28, 2021 ACCT NAME / #BUDGET DATE VENDOR EXPENSES BALANCE NOTES FY 2020-21Cultural Arts Division 01/29 Arts Orange County 3,000.00 62,260.00 Phase VI management (4/10) 02/26 Arts Orange County 3,000.00 59,260.00 Phase VI management (5/10) TOTAL 59,260.00 3/1/2021 2 of 2 12 TO Newport Beach City Arts Commission FROM: Library Services Department Tim Hetherton, Library Services Director 949-717-3810, thetherton@newportbeachca.gov PREPARED BY: Tim Hetherton TITLE: Cultural Arts Activities for February 2021 Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park, Phase VI At their February 9, 2021 meeting, Newport Beach City Council approved the ten sculptures and three alternates recommended by the City Arts Commission for exhibition within Civic Center Park. The ten sculptures will be on display for a two-year period, with installation commencing in May 2021. Approved sculptures include: Sculptor Chris O’Rourke withdrew his piece Windows from the exhibition, and it has been replaced by 1st alternate Leaf Spiral. City Art Inventory Cultural Arts Assistant Camille Escareal-Garcia is currently conducting the annual inventory of City- owned art. Local History Project Camille is also working on a project documenting National, State, County, and City historically designated buildings and landmarks in Newport Beach and presenting this information on the Local History web pages. TITLE ARTIST Talking Heads Oleg Lobykin Scorpion Colin Selig (x)ofmanychildren Roberto Visani The Migration of My Dreams Marisabel Bazan Leaf Spiral Ken McCall Birdman Steven L. Rieman Finish Line Ron Whitacre Suncrest Eino Romppanen Woodpeckers Michael McLaughlin Celestial Carousel Adrian Susnea Litman ALTERNATES Tranquil Lounger C.J. Rench Anna Ilya Idelchik 13 "Animal Kingdom+", mixed media: wood and watercolor by Michael Crook March 8 - May 7, 2021, Central Library (A Little Nip for Mom by Michael Crook) The Newport Beach City Arts Commission presents "Animal Kingdom+", an exhibition of mixed media wood and watercolor works by artist Michael Crook, on display at the Newport Beach Central Library gallery. Michael Crook creates hand-carved wildlife art pieces from various types of hardwoods and hand- paints them using opaque watercolors. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska and raised in Sierra Madre, California, Crook has worked in various media, including painting and drawing, photography, silversmithing, stained glass, ceramics, printmaking, and woodworking. While serving in the Army in the late 1960s, Crook was a Combat Artist in Vietnam. His works from that time are now the property of the Military History Department of the U.S. Army and were, at one time, displayed at the Pentagon. Since 1994, he has participated in many art shows around Southern California, including 18 years at the Art-A-Fair in Laguna Beach. Michael lives in Newport Beach with his wife Pamela and their cat, Coal. The exhibition will be on display March 8 through May 7, 2021, during the library's modified operating hours. UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS: • "Fake or Fortune: Provenance and Attribution" (exhibition and lecture): May 10 - July 2 • Quilts on the Wall (Textiles): July 5 - September 3 • Richard Ferncase (Photography): September 7 - November 5 • Sunny Kim (Acrylics): November 8 - January 7, 2022 14 TO Newport Beach City Arts Commission FROM: Library Services Department Tim Hetherton, Library Services Director 949-717-3810, thetherton@newportbeachca.gov PREPARED BY: Tim Hetherton TITLE: Community Arts Survey Results RECOMMENDATION: The Community Arts Survey Ad Hoc Subcommittee will present the results of the recent public arts survey. DISCUSSION: In November 2019, the City Arts Commission asked staff to draft a public art survey to capture basic information from the public concerning art in the community. The survey was initially presented to the City Arts Commission at the March 2020 regular meeting. The Commission implemented revisions and the survey (ATTACHMENT A) was disseminated on September 14, 2020. The survey closed on November 9, 2020. A summary including written responses from the public is attached (ATTACHMENT B). 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). ATTACHMENT A: Community Arts Survey ATTACHMENT B: Community Arts Survey Results 15 Newport Beach Community Arts Survey Dear Neighbor- The City Arts Commission requests your participation in this brief survey. Your valuable input provides the needed support for us to create more dynamic public visual, performing and cultural arts programming for the enjoyment of residents and visitors in our community. In appreciation for completing this survey, you may enter into a drawing, of which one (1) entrant shall be randomly chosen weekly during the survey period. Each winner receives a $50 Amazon Gift Card. Eligibility: All participants must be a minimum of 18 years of age. Only those who include email address or phone number at the end of this survey can be entered for this drawing. Submission Rules: Entrants are limited to one survey. Your opinion matters to us! VISUAL ARTS 1.Have you experienced public visual arts in the City of Newport Beach? __ Yes __ No If you selected No, are you interested in learning about Newport Beach’s public art exhibitions? __ Yes __ No 2.What types of public visual art would you like to see more of throughout Newport Beach? (Check all that apply) __ Sculpture __ Murals __ Monuments __ Themed gardens __ Fountains __ Other (specify) 3.Where would you most like to see more public visual art within Newport Beach? (Check all that apply) __ Civic Center __ Libraries __ Community Centers __ Beaches __ Police Stations __ Fire Stations __ Other (specify) ATTACHMENT A 16 4. Do you believe the City of Newport Beach should have an Art Museum? __ Yes __ No 5. Do you believe the City of Newport Beach should have a Cultural Arts Center (for performing arts, arts lectures and community seminars)? __ Yes __ No 6. Have you visited the Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park? __ Yes __ No __ Unfamiliar 7. Have you attended the City Arts Commission’s Annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition? __ Yes __ No __ Unfamiliar 8. Have you visited the Lobby Gallery Exhibitions at the Central Library? __ Yes __ No __ Unfamiliar 9. Have you attended the Newport Beach Arts Foundation’s Annual Art in the Park? __ Yes __ No __ Unfamiliar PERFORMING ARTS 10. Have you attended the City Arts Commission’s Summer Concert Series on the Green at the Civic Center? __ Yes, at least once __ Yes, many times __ No __ Unfamiliar 11. Rank your interest level in the following types of performing arts (Mark one for each) Very Interested Somewhat Interested Not Interested Rock/pop music concerts _____ _____ _____ Classical music concerts _____ _____ _____ Jazz music concerts _____ _____ _____ Country music concerts _____ _____ _____ Ballet/dance performances _____ _____ _____ Musical theater performances _____ _____ _____ Opera performances _____ _____ _____ Concert pianist _____ _____ _____ 17 12. How do you learn about City arts programs? (Check all that apply) City of Newport Beach __ website __ Navigator __ NBTV Newport Beach Public Library __ rack card __ brochure Social media __ Facebook __ Twitter __ Instagram __ Next Door Online news feeds __ Stu News __ NB Indy __ Patch Printed media __ Newspapers __ Magazines Outdoor advertisements __ banners __ signs __ posters __ other __ Word of mouth __ Other (specify) 13. Please rank your personal interests in the following City Arts Commission programming from 1 to 6, with 6 being the most desired and 1 being the least desired (Circle your selection) Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park 1 2 3 4 5 6 Summer concerts series on the Green 1 2 3 4 5 6 Newport Beach Art Exhibition 1 2 3 4 5 6 Performing arts on Balboa Peninsula 1 2 3 4 5 6 Central Library Lobby Gallery exhibitions 1 2 3 4 5 6 Art lectures/receptions 1 2 3 4 5 6 CULTURAL ARTS 14. Which of the local historical venues have you visited? (Check all that apply) __ Balboa Pavilion __ Balboa Island Museum __ Sherman Library and Gardens __ Newport Beach Historical Society at the Balboa Branch Library __ None of the above 15. Which historic sites, buildings or archives do you believe are important to preserve? (Check all that apply) __ Cultural resources available at libraries and museums __ Public buildings of historic significance (city or privately owned) __ Private residences of architectural significance __ Private vintage beach cottages __ Other (specify) ABOUT YOU 16. What is your zip code? ____________ 17. Which of the following best describes you? __ Young adult __ Adult with children __ Adult without children __ Senior Please use the space below to share thoughts relative to the arts within our community, that we may not have addressed in this survey: 18 IF YOU WISH TO BE ENTERED INTO OUR AMAZON GIFT CARD DRAWING, AND ADDED TO THE CITY’S CULTURAL ARTS EMAIL LIST FOR NOTIFICATION ABOUT FUTURE PROGRAMMING IN NEWPORT BEACH, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS HERE: IF YOU ONLY WISH TO BE ENTERED INTO OUR AMAZON GIFT CARD DRAWING, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS HERE: , OR IF YOU DO NOT HAVE AN EMAIL ADDRESS, YOU MAY PROVIDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER HERE: . Winners will be notified by email or phone via the Newport Beach Cultural Arts Department. YOUR NAME (OPTIONAL): . (WINNERS NAMES WILL BE ANNOUNCED VIA CITY WEBSITE, LOCAL NEWS AND SOCIAL MEDIA). NOTE: Any emails or phone numbers provided in this survey, shall only be used for the purpose(s) specified above. Thank you for participating in this survey. On behalf of the City of Newport Beach, we greatly appreciate your assistance and interest in meaningful visual, performing and cultural arts programming for our community. Sincerely- City Arts Commission Marie Little, Chair Arlene Greer, Vice Chair Maureen Flanagan, Secretary Miriam Baker Wayan Kaufman Ritch LeGrand Leonard Simon Questions should be directed to arts@newportbeachca.gov or (949) 717-3802 Newport Beach Cultural Arts 1000 Avocado Avenue Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 717-3802 ⋅ arts@newportbeachca.gov 19 Community Arts Survey Results ATTACHMENT B Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 554 89.4% 65 10.5% 0 0.0% 619 100% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 111 17.9% 14 2.2% 494 79.8% 619 100% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 435 70.5% 360 58.3% 123 19.9% 433 70.1% 330 53.4% 67 10.8% 617 100% Other comments: Local artists, variety of mediums Sustainable if water used Abstract Painting, drawing New crosswalks at Jamboree/Bayside Earthworks Installations Photography Painting/mixed media for indoor spaces More street art like Laguna Dance Fine arts Live art experiences : plein air, mural or visual arts Public interactive installations All kinds of art Performing arts Local businesses showcasing art on rotation Light installations Music, chimes Love all Dye bond aluminum outdoor images Paintings in public areas Architecture like in Rotterdam Interactive art for children Touch/play display with children as intended audience Local artists: paintings/photo Galleries Road median art sculpture Anything that can provide solace in these crazy times Temp installations in lobbies Get rid of crap sculptures in park Classic and Maritime art More painting exhibits to join.BLM Mural Only at City Hall Interactive Functional art, eg artist-designed bike racks or benches Shady seating Nature stuff maybe?Mobile We have enough, please no monuments Statues Art with local history component All of the above Works by internationally known artists Signage (graphic art, logotype) Use local artists and craftsmen Multi-cultural themed art Art that focuses on endangered environment Interactive Art Fine as is with sculpture garden Less of all Traditional sculpture, SICK of abstract Gardens should be sustainable Installations Natural open art spaces in parks Historical references, Museum of Art, CA Museum of Art Interactive and nature-focused Textiles Displays should be non-political Planted flowers wherever possible (eg Sea Girt, in NJ) Weekend art shows, craft fairs, surf and ocean life art Murals Monuments Themed Gardens Fountains Other (see below) Total Yes No No Responses Total 3. What types of public visual art would you like to see more of throughout Newport Beach? Check all that apply. Sculpture 1. Have you experienced public visual art in the City of Newport Beach? Yes No No Responses Total 2. If you answered No, are you interested in learning about Newport Beach public art exhibitions? 20 Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 393 63.6% 469 76.0% 410 66.4% 335 54.2% 142 23.0% 127 20.5% 114 18.4% 617 100% Other comments: I'm neutral; on police and fire, even beach Outdoor Public Parks Medians on PCH, sides of buildings Walls of stores On streets throughout the City Parks and open spaces We have enlightened Open spaces All School sites & district offices High traffic pedestrian area (ie Bayfront, Balboa Island) Public transportation Parks/community spaces Anywhere Everywhere: public/private places/walls with permission None Schools, showcasing student art Random places Anywhere in Corona del Mar Public streets Schools Downtown and parks Senior center, Newport Theatre Arts Center Mall Public schools Street medians I love the parks by the Civic Center and Library Downtown sidewalks Outdoor public spaces Center dividers/planters in City Parks/freeways/historic areas Everywhere!Bus stops, govt buildings Where people congregate Coastline Community College sight specific Major roads and harbor Shopping centers Newport Coast Buildings focused on social/community services Freeway exits/entrances I'm fine with what we have Spread throughout City Similar to Laguna, on flags/banners on light poles Businesses/Rec Ctr/Banks Site-specific projects Along PCH Meians, like Palm Beach public art and west hollywood Street corners, crosswalks High-traffic areas/shopping ctrs Not sure we need more Prominent are of each City district fitting its character Save taxpayer money Back Bay Oasis senior center Wayfinding for art, historical/cultural references Lamposts like banners Public byways and corners Open to anything Art should be required with new commercial buildings Parks and trails Where people congregate Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 438 70.7% 150 24.2% 31 5.0% 619 100% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 482 77.8% 108 17.4% 29 4.6% 619 100%Total No Responses Total 6. Do you believe the City of Newport Beach should have a cultural arts center (for performing arts performance, arts lectures and community seminars)? Yes No No Responses Fire Stations Other (see below) Total 5. Do you believe the City of Newport Beach should have an art museum? Yes No 4. Where would you like to see more public art within Newport Beach? Check all that apply. Civic Center Libraries Community Centers Beaches Police Stations 21 Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 502 81.0% 82 13.2% 34 5.4% 1 <1% 619 100% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 285 46.0% 251 40.5% 82 13.2% 1 <1% 619 100% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 406 65.5% 137 22.1% 63 10.1% 13 2.1% 619 100% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 272 43.9% 242 39.0% 91 14.7% 14 2.2% 619 100%Total Total 10. Have you attended the Newport Beach Art Foundation's annual Art in the Park? Yes No Unfamiliar No Responses Total 9. Have you visited the rotating gallery exhibitions at the Central Library? Yes No Unfamiliar No Responses Total 8. Have you attended the City Arts Commission's annual Newport Beach Art Exhibition? Yes No Unfamiliar No Responses 7. Have you visited the Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park? Yes No Unfamiliar No Responses 22 Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 205 33.1% 114 18.4% 250 40.3% 49 7.9% 1 <1% 619 100% Top number is the count of respondents selecting the option. Bottom % is percent of the total respondents selecting the option.Very Interested Somewhat Interested Not Interested 324 157 79 58% 28% 14% 339 173 57 60% 30% 10% 289 177 89 52% 32% 16% 176 169 191 33% 32% 36% 226 196 103 43% 37% 20% 345 155 45 63% 28% 8% 153 187 168 30% 37% 33% 255 191 87 48% 36% 16% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 218 35.4% 163 26.5% 14 2.2% 402 65.3% 60 9.7% 86 13.9% 9 1.4% 57 9.2% 152 24.7% 80 13.0% 112 18.2% 47 7.6% 34 5.5% 166 26.9% 197 32.0% Online News Feed: Patch Outdoor advertisement (banners, signs, posters, etc.) Word-of-mouth Twitter Instagram Print newspapers Print magazines Online News Feed: Stu News Online News Feed: NB Indy Newport Beach City website Newport Beach Navigator Television - NBTV Newport Beach Library Email Rack Card/Brochure Facebook Country music concerts Ballet/dance perfomances Musical/Theatre performances Opera performances Concert pianist 13. How do you learn about City arts programs? Check all that apply. No Responses Total 12. Rate your interest in the following types of performing arts. Mark one for each. Rock/pop music concerts Classical music concerts Jazz music concerts 11. Have you attended the City Arts Commission's summer Concerts on the Green series at the Civic Center? Yes, at least once Yes, many times No Unfamiliar 23 48 7.8% 615 100% Other comments: Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce Newport Beach Film Festival Other art-related emails Library Prior participant email Library email Library Oasis newsletters I am very familiar with Newport Beach Fliers at the library Mail City email regarding art show Attended Arts Commission meetings I donate Worked for City Email forwarded The printed take-home materials at the Library, flyers Online CaFE (callforentry.org) City communications; emails Library posters, Irvine World News ArtsOC Friends from HB emailing me NB Art Exhibition participant Visit Newport Beach emails from NBCC Visits to Central Library Know arts commissioners Walking by City Hall/Park Emails received. I live in Palos Verdes City Manager communications Visit Newport Beach Info at Oasis and the library Passing by, especially on fitness walks Nextdoor Friends I am new here from Hawaii Family Most desired 123 185 102 87 32% 17% 15% 179 131 84 31% 22% 14% 66 103 144 11% 18% 25% 47 70 55 8% 12% 9% 49 111 129 8% 19% 22% 58 67 85 10% 11% 15% 456 64 67 79 11% 11% 14% 83 70 37 14% 12% 6% 140 105 26 24% 18% 4% 80 121 211 14% 21% 36% 138 110 47 24% 19% 8% 79 111 184 14% 19% 32% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 370 61.6% 239 39.8% (continued) Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park Summer Concerts on the Green Series Newport Beach Art Exhibition Performing Arts on Balboa Peninsula Central Library Gallery Art Exhibitions Art Lectures/Receptions Art Lectures/Receptions 15. Which of the local history venues have you visited? Balboa Pavilion Balboa Island Museum Top number is the count of respondents selecting the option. Bottom % is percent of the total respondents selecting the option. Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park Summer Concerts on the Green Series Newport Beach Art Exhibition Performing Arts on Balboa Peninsula Central Library Gallery Art Exhibitions Other (see below) Total 14. Please rank your personal interests with the following types of City Arts Commission programming from 1 to 6, with 1 being the most desired and 6 being the least desired. 24 445 74.1% 162 27.0% 72 12.0% 600 100% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 507 86.3% 495 84.3% 351 59.7% 368 62.6% 27 4.5% 587 100% Other comments: The blue-collar locally born community Trees None Nautical history Too complicated to answer generally Microfilm of OC including NB Historic neighborhoods/districts Original ottage architecture Pocket parks; don't restrict privately owned buildings Support NB Historical Society The Fun Zone and historic signs Cultural resources and nature Landing sites, piers and fisherman sites Environmental resources The Dory boat and fish Wish city council would consider Balboa charm, ferry, neighborhood The Pavilion Crystal Cove beaches/cottages History of NB and its people Live interviews with residents and others relative to NB history Tree goves, trails, native plants Why would we pay to reserve privately owned residences? Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 355 57.3% 260 42.0% 4 <1% 619 100% Number of Response(s) Response Ratio 14 2.2% 118 19.0% 186 30.0% 288 46.5% 13 2.1% 619 100% Adult without children Adult with children Senior No Responses Total No Responses Total 18. What is your zip code? 617 Response(s) 19. Which of the following best describes you? Young adult Private vintage beach cottages Other (see below) Total 17. Are you a resident of Newport Beach? Yes No None of the above Total 16. What historic sites, buildings or archives do you believe are important to preserve? Check all that apply. Cultural resources available at libraries and museums Public buildings of historic significance, city or privately owned Private residences of architectural significance Sherman Gardens and Library Newport Beach Historical Society at Balboa Branch Library 25 Would it be feasible to add an app corresponding to the pieces in the Civic Center Sculpture Garden which could provide more information about the artists and their work? Some have extraordinary back rounds, such as Gerardo Hacer from the first group of artists in 2014, and Stephanie Bacciero whose work is currently displayed. I like the sculptures at Civic Center. I thought the kerfuffle over the bunnies was inane. I enjoy their sense of whimsy. Big fan of the rotating exhibits in the Central Library. It makes art so accessible without a large time commitment and it gives me a chance to see several different artists and styles. Loved Rex Brandt and Joan Irving I would like to see more diversity represented in local public art. It was always my hope that the Arts Commission would create an annual arts exhibition of some sort . Something on the sale of the annual film festival. Thank you for all that you do As a journalist who covers the NBFF every year since year 9, I feel that Newport Beach is my second home and the events feature in the city need to remain classy, yet colorful. A place to learn and share knowledge Public funds Should go to art lectures and exhibitions not to receptions or parties that you to try to be in the magazine page not for the people or the community. 25 years in NB, now visit twice a tear Have relationships with several gallery owners and think it's time to ENHANCE NB into a higher sophistication Art education programs haven't been addressed. Perhaps programs like water coloring, working with Clay, etc. for different ages. I encourage our city government to be more supportive of the arts. Let's not forget the literary arts. This is all about visual art and music, which is great, but the literary arts--authors, plays--is important, no? I run the Pen on Fire speaker series that began in Corona Del Mar at Scape Gallery and moved to the Lido Bookstore. We are on hiatus now, due to COVID-19, but when we held events, we got 30-50 people. We already have the Laguna Beach, future IMA and Chapman's for local art. Focus must be on world-class art, great national and international exhibitions, while aiming at getting closer to LACMA and The Getty.. Same for the Performing Arts, YES, but ONLY if better than all existing ones. Construction is too costly for second-rate venues. My personal experience is with both SCFTA and museums. I would love to see more outdoor entertainment, varied, kept simple (not whole orchestra) and weekend local artist shows. I do not favor more on Island, already overcrowded. Use the space around our City Hall or parks. Music once a month could be great. Could be good spirit lifters. Love the sculpture park I'm not convinced we need an art museum or performing arts concert hall in Newport Beach because we have such close access to others nearby who present quality presentations. We should do more classical music, opera and musicals. I am not particularly a big fan of any of these. But they are important because they introduce cultural elements to NPB families who don't otherwise regularly seek them. It helps us expand our minds, and good family time too. Would like to see mort Art installations at the city parks - most seem to be concentrated at the civic center and not as much at Grant Howald or Mariners Park Local public art often consists of soulless geometric metal sculptures. Public art should be moving, meaningful and exhibit the high level of technical skill warranting its placement in the public square. Unknown but talented art students (i.e. from UC Davis) could be affordable sources of high-caliber truly modern and neoclassical sculpture. Find new art to replace bunnies sitting around in a circle at Sculpture Exhibition in Civic Center Park. Let us not make requirements for all new buildings to have art, I think art at the civic center is appropriate, interesting, and available. There is no need to place expensive art everywhere in the city. My children and I love walking around and looking at the sculptures. Board member NB HS Art dealer and appraiser personal property 196 Response(s) 20. Please share any thoughts relative to the arts within our community that we may not have addressed in this survey: 26 I prefer to attend events w free parking or accessible w free public/transit service such as you had from Hoag during the summer prior to Covid I use to live in in Huntington Beach. My family and I went to the lCentral Library there to see The Nutcracke and other ballets and performances on the stage. I miss that. I feel a center should be near the central library and not at Balboa Island I love Newport Beach. That said, I do believe it does not support the arts enough. And when it does, it's in very small bite-size pieces and not part of the overall community spirit. I know we will never Have the vibe of Laguna Beach but we certainly can try to do a little better. Arts and humanities out what makes a community great More family arts events would benefit the community, as well as more open space art similar to the Sculpture Park at the Civic Center. Especially in these times, open space art experiences that are self-guided would be popular. I have been a docent for the OCMA for over 20 years, beginning when the museum was in Newport. I am excited to see the museum join the constellation of fine arts venues at the Segerstrom Center. I do not think the county needs another art museum right now but we all need to support the arts venues that are struggling during this hard time. I appreciate you including me in this survey as my son is an opera singer and so the arts are very important to me for a long time. He has sung at the Samueli home for a private and he has sung at Mr. Segerstrom's home. I would like to see some music sculptures or murals at Fashion Island and for the concerts to continue their during the summer. I think the outdoor sculpture garden behind the Central Library is a marvelous venue with a nice variety of distinct pieces. I also like the rotating interior exhibits which I was once featured in.I was also able to give a talk in the big meeting room for a slide show and Q&A. Very enjoyable, and I think the staff for their great support. Very important to have a museum we are so close to Laguna and need an Art identity it will give us more of a sense of community and community pride. Not every city has the funding for public arts and such, and I think that with sufficient funds, a long-term plan and goal is good to have to develop the activities, holdings, and showings. What will be unique points? eg. HB sells itself as "Surf City", so what's Newport's angle? I like the NB Jazz Festival, the library arts and music. I am disturbed by some of the pagan-type sculptures in the civic park; two in particular are the bunnies and the silver boy that looks like a demon has possessed him. Movies like the film festival I believe that it will continue to be important to have outdoor, social distanced venues for people to gather, and in fact, I believe it may very well be the only safe way for people to gather for some time, even after a vaccine. Winemaking We could have dance performances on the green by Civic Center. Arts are important for the young and old and I especially enjoy when everyday objects or necessities (electrical/utility boxes on sidewalks, etc.) can serve a dual purpose of function and entertainment. I would love to help put together production workshops for community businesses. I work with a team of video professionals of all technical capacities. I also truly appreciate the Cultural Arts Competition. More events like it would be my suggestion. Bring art to all age groups-young children to seniors in their schools, neighborhood parks-not just city hall Interaction with artists/instructors opportunities to get into art even in a pandemic Encouraging kids to be a attend the arts exhibits and exhibiting art of local junior high and high school kids. Great survey Very fun public art changes the atmosphere and the conversation within a community. the arts are not 'a frill'. the arts bring us the opportunity to experience the world in a wider context. thank you for your efforts on behalf of our beach community. I enjoyed the art museum when it was in NB, but its a very expensive endeavor that might be pushed out into the community with greater impact. Art "around us" like the VanSant sculptures in Newport Center and the (now gone) engaging fountains in Fashion Island are more interactive and bring across a message of artistic expression in daily living. 27 Is there any opportunity to see art by children or young adults? That might be interesting. Art Experiences at Fashion Island in the Bloomingdale' Outdoor Area. Fashion also is an art. Fashion Shows at Fashion Island Outdoors. You could have a senior arts competition. I participated in the Newport Beach art festival and the Balboa art walk many years as a Mixed Media Artist and Photographer. I now live in Costa Mesa but lived in Newport Beach for 25 years. I also work in Newport Coast. My desire is to have an showing of my art in Newport Beach. So Newport Beach as well as the Arts are close to my heart. I would like to see sculptures murals or other public art at Oasis. Cultural heritage art I would like for our art museum to obtain some better exhibitions for us to visit. Newport Beach could encourage local venues to display local art - perhaps around the cannery area. Then organize an Art Walk in the area The lecturer & receptions you've offered don't accommodate very many and it seems the same people get to go. There shouldn't be any cost to patrons. Terrific resource for the southern CA area---offering many free or low cost arts events. Just that the cultural and performance arts are paramount to being well-rounded! I appreciate that the City strongly supports of the arts. We need more arts here in Newport Beach. We are a vibrant, creative, engaged and successful community and I believe strongly that we need to share that with all of our residents and the surrounding communities. I've loved visiting the OCMA since 1974 when it was the NBMA. The character of the buildings surrounding the museum in Newport Center changed so plans are underway for a permanent location in Costa Mesa. I don't think NB should establish a new museum in our community. A Newport Beach Concours d Elegance would be highly desirable addition It would be fun to have outside musical movies play outside for families like Singing in the Rain, or old movies like Casablanca. Art programs for children Costa Mesa has Segerstrom for Performing Arts so I really don't think we need anything in Newport Beach. accessibility to all regardless of income, education level, race, gender and/or ethnic origin Moved out of Corna Del Mar, Gods Country when California allowed the Devil(s) to run the state I love the sculpture gardens- I love driving by it and seeing glimpses of them, I love visiting it- the whole experience is great! as long as it doesn't cost a fortune. Go for it! Supplement our robust regional programs. Realize to some extent Segerstrom and UCI provide world class programming that can be complimented. I truly enjoy the speakers and concert series at the Central Library. commission graffiti artists to paint sidewaks, bike paths, walls. add some color to the streets. Encourage music and outdoor movie screenings and reduce noise restrictions, Promote exhibits re history of Newport Beach, fishing, surfing, body boarding, clubs night life. We need art for our minds and our souls - also for our kids Live performance from music, dance acrobatics, circus arts and poetry are very inspiring. I want to get more involved Really appreciate that there is someone who cares about "art" in this area. Thank you. I feel that you are doing a great job There are a lot of art students in the area that would love to have opportunities to share their work. Especially since campuses are closed. Also, comsider displaying art made by those in the homeless community. Some of them are really great artists and it could provide an interesting perspective to the community. Would enjoy more art and jewelry classes like the Laguna Woods. 28 Would like to know more about local artists More arts in school Thank you for the Arts! Thank you for your work! Thank you for all that we have right now, and thank you for any and all arts that you bring in the future Art in public venues enhances the beauty of the area. Good job on the sculpture garden at City Hall. I enjoy the Civic Center art in the park. The Newport Theater could probably be better used or managed to bring performances to the City. I should be updated or even rebuilt. It is on a beautiful piece of land that is not very well utilized. The City should support the arts but not have an art museum. Love the walkways around the Sculpture park but it was difficult to see which path would be easiest with a rollator walker. the more artistic endeavors the better to help NB become more of a destination. Support city sponsored visual and performing arts In our schools and near areas/buildings where social services are provided. Really enjoy/appreciate the Sculpture Exhibit in the Civic Center Park. I am so disappointed with the atrocitious art selected for our beautiful Central Park. Our city has a great Beach, Surfing, Sailing, Surf Fashion, Movie Stars, an iconic harbor.. our contribution to Flight, ... but you Choose the worst pathetic art ever seen for our Central Park. Please do better. I feel our art commission has let us all down! Would like to see a Art center Dedicated to Art professional to teach Community class learning. Jewelry making acrylic painting pottery dance classes music Cooking classes I don't get to central but will not make to get going for the Art. Art and music would be my picks(besides a great library). Newport Beach Community should have its own museuam just like Broad in Los Angeles, or the Getty. My brother lives on the Peninsula @ M & Ocean, the traffic is just a nightmare so if you brought performance there we never make it down. And the street , in the bar area near the ferry, needs more lights for people on bicycles Support of current local artists of all mediums. At the current sculpture exhibit at the Civic Center Park, one sculpture was placed on a hill away from the walkway. It is one about a view of the sea. There were other locations where it could have been placed. I could not go up the hill to see it because I use a cane. Not good planning. Some visitors did not even know it was there. Include more art displays geared toward children that they can tough and interact with. As a newer resident the Library has been such a important resource and connection to the community fir me! I appreciate the changing sculpture in Civic Center Park Art is good. I would like to suggest that Newport Beach has the art festivals like Laguna beach( Sawdust Festival, Pageant of the Masters..) Central library has been most convenient site for art appreciation for me. Sunday musicales are very welcome. art shows in galleries with featured artists from our area and globally We need a bigger auditorium for lectures and performances. Please don't forget about film programming. I'd like to see exhibits/themed art projects by children, young adults. I think it would be nice to hear from young musicians, school bands, etc. A series of teaching concerts (a la Leonard Bernstein's Education Through the Arts program)for youngsters would be nice. I would like more family friendly events - earlier times during the day for events like to concerts on the green. I took my two year old daughter to the symphony Ok the green when she was 3 or so. We learned of their family musical mornings which we promptly signed up for. So thankful for all of the efforts to support the arts. 29 Thank you for always curating beautiful and interesting art by a variety of artists. Let's get behind the new museum next to the Segerstrom Much prefer activities that I can do on my own time and at my leisure and during weekdays when there are fewer people about, with or without Covid in the background. While I like the sculptures in the parks, I think most of the other stuff is a waste of money. The Concerts on the Green are too noisy and interrupt our enjoyment of our backyard. The City is committed to building a lecture hall. It was not clear whether your question about a cultural arts center is referring to the lecture hall. I expect many will answer yes to your question assuming you are referring to the lecture hall. So it's unclear to me why such an ambiguous question is being asked. The cultural aspects of a society are extremely important for sharing and communication among all people Highlight local artists living in the area of which there are many. The programs should be run by trained arts professionals and should not be confined to local participants. Current programs, with the exception of the Witte Lectures and Library Live are too provincial. Newport Beach be able to draw national/international figures in the arts. Both my husband and I love the Sculpture Park at Civic Center. I'm also a huge fan of the Central Library and miss it so, though I appreciate curb-side pickup. Since Laguna Beach is so close and such an art museum town, I feel that NB doesn't need to compete with LB and could use that money towards something else. If the art is privately funded I'm OK with more.I don"t think tax dollars should be used for this. I answered No on 5 and 6 because I prefer joint use of public facilities vs a stand alone museum or art center. Using libraries, community centers and other city locations incorporates the arts throughout our community on a daily basis and increases the exposure to the arts. Thank you for asking for our thoughts. I have driven by what looks like to be the sculpture park but have no idea how to get to it / park. I think if parking information was readily available I would visit! Love the sculptures Showcasing Veteran's with artistic talent. They deserve showing the public their creative abilities with photography, & painting etc. art is very beautiful not many people are appriciate it.. Art exhibitions that feature Local artists. I love Newport Beach! I am native Angeleno, live 45 mins from one of the most beautiful places in the world. I love luxury and the great outdoors. I have also enjoyed the nearby camping at the private Newport Dunes and California State. Lifestyle at Newport is great! I have exhibited for 3 years at the Annual NPB Art Exhibition with great success. It is an event I look forward to every summer with a great vibe, ample space and adequate parking. I hope it continues to expand. Stop spending my hard earned tax dollars on this - there are more important programs that need funding. in question 16, it is not clear how a public building could be privately owned Parking -- I find there is never enough to attend events which is why I rarely attend art events. I work in Newport Beach so I spend a lot of time here. The message of the times is through the arts. Cities should support the arts in a meaningful manner Enhancing or preserving the beach vibe, providing significant beautiful areas for people to enjoy. Marina Park, the Civic Center park, the beach, are all very accessable and enjoyable. The Ben Carlson monument, the Castaways Park Memorial and flags, all are very much appreciated. Please advertise your museums a bit more. Please preserve nature stuff. Please put NBTV on all local television like Cox. Thank You!!! :-) too many people at events - maybe spread them out to mulitiple venues. Allow wine and beer at outdoor concerts. 30 I enjoy the arts and love the concerts on the green. Also enjoy the Art Walk on Balboa Island. with all the art on display in the garden above city hall i rarely see viewers in the area. have you actually counted the number and frequency of visitors? seems like a lot of $$ for few viewers. Great Cities have great art and a variety of it. Keep up the great work! Bring an art and music festival along with food from local restaurants back to Fashion Island at the beginning of fall to celebrate all Newport Mesa area has to offer! I'd like to see more outdoor performances, really miss Shakespeare in the Park Some of the art in the sculpture park is marginal, would rather see quality over quantity Thank you for your work, art in Newport is so important! I'd love to see more collaboration with and support of our young artists, especially art students at our local universities. The thing I was really like it was the scapula part of this museum with a lots of meaning behind each of them. The sculpture garden is amazing and wonderful. I take my young grandchildren there and they get so excited to see the new installations and then visit "their bunnies". We love to walk through the civic center sculpture display and appreciate the changing exhibits I love the concerts on the green. Pacific Symphony was the best of all. Also...we have enough in the sculpture garden right now. If contractually obligate to buy/rent sculpture then let's put it around town. expand the art beyond Balboa and civic center I would like to see a beach/ocean theme for Art in the Civic Center and less modern, brightly colored art. I think residents should be able to vote for ALL art work in the Civic Center and not just a couple of pieces. I also think the vote of the public should be followed and we should eliminate the use of professional art curators. I don't know where half things you mentioned, are located. I've lived here for 12 years. Outside the boat parade and the public library, I don't know what is what around here or how to learn about the things. The newport beach website is terrible, made in 2001? would be great to have an art center that showcases local artist and provides art classes to residents and non-residents. Arts education and appreciation in our schools is vital. I love the exhibits, Concerts, Sculpture Garden, Lectures in the library, But for the Art Exhibits we need more Collectors and more advertizing like Radio, Tv Networks, News Papers, Magazines, Inviting Collectors from the surrounding cities please replace some of the junk you installed at the civic center park. More like the "diana" one. Less of the tricycles. Love all the library programs for my kiddos - also the art at the civic center. I would love to participate and help build a strong artistic community. Love the Civic Center art. Would love to see same type of sculptures in city parks. Strongly believe the Pavilion should be designated as a Historic Monument. It is one of the most important symbols of Newport Beach. Need more art shows in public places like Fashion Island or Gallery their for local artists to display work Create an art auction for local artists work like. An Etsy You're doing a great job! We love walking through the Sculpture Garden by the City Hall and looking at the sculptures. Thank you! Hire local artists to paint public bathroom doors, use colorful tiles wherever ipossible - jazz it up! Maybe go with an ocean and Spanish heritage theme. It could all be tastefully done and would help the artist community. Many young high schoolers are very talented. Just my thoughts since you asked. Newport Beach is a wonderful and welcoming place. The consideration of the arts adds to the beauty and heart of the welcoming place that Newport Beach is. Would love to see more of the performing arts reflected in the City's offerings. Newport Theatre Arts Center is wonderful but the community can support more! more free Outdoor concerts would be good 31 i really am excited about the summer concert series and performing arts events but curious how you will take covid precautions in organizing them. i voted highly for those but only under the assumption they will be hosted safely. I love the sculpture park at the Civic Center. Open studio tour of local artists (HB, CM and NB) would be very interesting. Cultural Diversity. Southern California beach cities have a history of diversity, I would like to see more of it in NB's art exhibits and events. Not a fan art "art" in civic center park I think you covered all aspects cashiering at the Arts Commission sale needs to be better managed and streamlined. Takes too long to check out. Coastal architecture and art. I love the library programs for children....the art attempts in the programs that I've seen, the summer reading programs, the author events. With a cultural arts center, programs in the arts would be more readily available. I love first fridays/Thursdays for artistic events. It would be cool to do more events like that around parks and other venues. Art within the community is most important to me. Not hidden away, but visible and present to the general citizenry and visitors adds the most to Newport Beach as an art inspired place to live, work, shop, recreate, and restore. An art museum is not important, at all. Movies on the lawn. Thank you for developing and preserving open space and space dedicated to the arts and to the preservation of history and the natural environment. Thank you for being more responsive to the needs of the community. The importance of the promotion of the Arts within Newport Beach that we do have. My family moved to NB when I was a child and we enjoyed our home and community and all the wonderful opportunities here. I appreciate all of the outreach provided by the city and especially the public libraries. Many thanks to the city of Newport Beach for prioritizing arts, culture and education to the community. I've enjoyed the art events!! I would like to see more art exhibitions Our family loves the sculpture garden!!! We sincerely enjoyed the summer concerts when the location rotated to the different Newport Beach parks. The Civic Center location is too small, windy, shady and crowded. Most of the other Newport Beach parks have more room and ability to social distance if necessary. I feel that the arts should be more integrated with daily life. Art is an outward invitation to promote reflection and that makes an impact on the community at large. If more people took time to reflect and enjoy the community I believe it would beneficially impact everyone. Interactive public art is great. I love art in parks. I've never attended concerts on the green but want to. There are enough venues for performing arts in the area (SCFTA, SCR, Chance, etc). I'd like to see NB give money to existing orgs rather than building something new. The sculpture at Civic Center Park is interesting but lacks a consistent flow. I visited the park a few times but I do not feel drawn to visit it repeatedly. It's just a thought! The City of Newport Beach residents love the City, Arts, Performing Arts, History and Culture. A large (1000 seat) and additional smaller(400) seat dedicated indoor venue and exhibition space for programming of the Arts - Performing Arts, Visual Arts, History and Cultural Events would be greatly appreciated and utilized in the community. I'm not a fan of most of the "art" at the Civic Center and would like to see NB residents select the "art" that should be displayed. It should not be selected by a professional curator. I would only support classical type music for concerts in the green. In No. 14, I'm not interested in most of those choices, so would have ranked most as 6. Would love to see Docent led walks throughout the city highlighting, historicsl architecture, art, gardens, and history. Would love to see more boat, ships, history of newport beach and beach art More information about the Newport Beach Arts Foundation's mission and it's role in supporting the Newport Beach Arts Commission. 32 Excited! I am relatively new to Newport Beach and have not as yet had an opportunity to enjoy all of the arts projects that the city has to offer. Marie Little does a great job We already tried the museum. We have Segerstrom Center. We also have the wonderful small theater near newport Harbor High. The sculpture at city hall is terrible...instead of spending all that money, why not utilize the art department students at UCI, Chapman and the Jr colleges. I love the art aspect of Laguna Beach - galleries, art walk, surprising visual art scattered throughout the city, and music everywhere. It would be lovely to experience more authentic music in Newport via live music venues, etc. Performing arts center is not necessary inasmuch as the Segerstrom Center is nearby. We are fans of classical art from the Renaissance to early 20th Century. We also like classical plays and performances. We are NOT fans of trendy, political "art" forms of any kind. I don't think we need any more buildings. The Newport Beach Theater Arts Center is a lovely building in a beautiful setting and should be used and supported more by the city. Costa Mesa has a wonderful Arts Center at South Coast. We are close to there and it would be helpful to have shuttles going from places in Newport Beach. I would love a performing arts center like the one Laguna Beach has in Newport. I would love for it to have affordable parking attached to it as well. Thank you for your advocacy and action. The arts are essential for the quality of life and cultural tourism in our area. Your hard work is appreciated and recognized. The Regan statue is awful and embarrassing. 33 TO Newport Beach City Arts Commission FROM: Library Services Department Tim Hetherton, Library Services Director 949-717-3810, thetherton@newportbeachca.gov PREPARED BY: Tim Hetherton TITLE: Recommendation of Sculpture Photo Contest Winners RECOMMENDATION: The Art in Public Spaces Ad Hoc Subcommittee will recommend the winners of the 2020-2021 Sculpture Photo Contest for City Arts Commission approval. DISCUSSION: The Sculpture Photo Contest; open to all ages was designed to encourage public awareness of Sculpture Exhibition Phases IV and V, currently on display in Civic Center Park. There was a total of 330 photo entries, all of which are posted for public viewing on the Cultural Arts section of the City’s website. The City Arts Commission would like to thank those who participated in the Sculpture Photo Contest. The ad hoc subcommittee was pleased with the number of exceptional entries received, finding them to be beautiful, creative, and inspiring; making it difficult to select the 12 finalist photos for ultimate review and vote by the City Arts Commission as to the six Prize winners. After much deliberation, Chair Little, Vice Chair Greer and Commissioner Baker separated the 12 finalist photos into two categories, as best representing the following criteria: • “Human Interplay with a Sculpture” • “Enhancement of a Sculpture Using Nature” 1st CATEGORY: “Human Interplay with a Sculpture” FOR 1st PRIZE AND 2nd PRIZE Of the following four photos described, the one with the most votes from the City Arts Commission shall be the 1st Prize Winner, and the one with the second most votes shall be the 2nd Prize Winner: NO PHOTO TITLE SCULPTURE AND ARTIST NAME PHASE 20-062 Catching Rainbows Fractured Peace, Nancy Mooslin V 20-166 Rise Above It Dude Ascending, Joe Forest Sackett V 20-169 Circles Unbearable Lightness of Being, Patricia Vader V 20-172 Bend Pinnacle, Stephanie Bachiero IV NOTE: Of the four photos referenced above, two artists are local; Nancy Mooslin, Newport Beach and Stephanie Bachiero, Laguna Beach. There is one artist from another region of California: Patricia Vader, Martinez, CA. 34 2nd CATEGORY: “Enhancement of a Sculpture Using Nature” FOR 3rd PRIZES (4) Of the following eight photos described, the four with the most votes from the City Arts Commission shall be the 3rd Prize Winners: NO. PHOTO TITLE SCULPTURE AND ARTIST NAME PHASE 20-076 Bigshot Marble Shooter, Ron Whitacre V 20-078 Together Wind Swept, Lake Daffner IV 20-161 Hurricane Hurricane, Ray Katz IV 20-228 Glass Portal Sculpture with Blue Figures Window to The Sea, Andra Broekelschen V 20-262 Gentle Wind Chairman of the Board, Steven Rieman IV 20-286 A Step Forward Contender, John Merigian IV 20-288 Changing Winds Cosmo, Roger Heitzman V 20-292 Family Interlude in the Morning I’m Listening, Monica Wyatt V NOTE: Of the eight photos referenced above, two are local artists; Ron Whitacre, Laguna Beach, Andra Broekelschen, Corona del Mar. There are four artists from other regions of California: Roger Heitzman, Scotts Valley, CA, Steve Rieman, Joshua Tree and Monica Wyatt, Pasadena, CA. THE PRIZES ARE AS FOLLOWS: •1st prize - $150 gift card •2nd prize - $100 gift card •3rd prizes (4) - $25 gift card each Contest results will be announced in the Cultural Arts section of the City’s website in March 2021. Winners will be notified via email, and the prize-winning photographs will appear in local media publications and Cultural Arts social media platforms. 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). ATTACHMENT A: “Human Interplay with a Sculpture” Finalists ATTACHMENT B: “Enhancement of a Sculpture Using Nature” Finalists 35 ATTACHMENT A “Human Interplay with a Sculpture” 1st and 2nd Place Finalists: Photo No. 20-062, “Catching Rainbows” Sculpture: Fractured Peace, Nancy Mooslin Phase V Photo No. 20-166, “Rise Above It” Sculpture: Dude Ascending, Joe Forest Sackett Phase V 36 No. 20-169, “Circles” Sculpture: Unbearable Lightness of Being, Patricia Vader Phase V No. 20-172, “Bend” Sculpture: Pinnacle, Stephanie Bachiero Phase IV 37 ATTACHMENT B “Enhancement of a Sculpture Using Nature” 3rd Place Finalists: Photo No. 20-076, “Bigshot” Sculpture: Marble Shooter, Ron Whitacre Phase V Photo No. 20-078, “Together” Sculpture: Wind Swept, Lake Daffner Phase IV 38 No. 20-161, “Hurricane” Sculpture: Hurricane, Ray Katz Phase IV No. 20-228, “Glass Portal Sculpture with Blue Figures” Sculpture: Window to the Sea, Andra Broekelschen Phase V 39 No. 20-262, “Gentle Wind” Sculpture: Chairman of the Board, Steven Rieman Phase IV No. 20-286, “A Step Forward” Sculpture: Contender, John Merigian Phase IV 40 No. 20-288, “Changing Winds” Sculpture: Cosmo, Roger Heitzman Phase V No. 20-292, “Family Interlude in the Morning” Sculpture: I’m Listening, Monica Wyatt Phase V 41 TO FROM: PREPARED BY: TITLE: Newport Beach City Arts Commission Library Services Department Tim Hetherton, Library Services Director 949-717-3810, thetherton@newportbeachca.gov Tim Hetherton Central Library Gallery Display of Ocean Quest Collection RECOMMENDATION: Staff presents a proposal to display items from the Ocean Quest collection in the Central Library display cases. FUNDING: No funding requirement. DISCUSSION: The Discovery Cube, a nonprofit science center that educates more than 600,000 children a year, is selling its oceanfront property on the Balboa Peninsula. The property is home to the nonprofit’s Ocean Quest center, a marine-science education facility that had been offering exhibits, educational programs, and ocean science boat tours. Some of the programs and exhibits will be moved to Discovery Cube Orange County, and the Ocean Quest boat will continue to provide tours and opportunities for ocean education to school groups. Staff met with Colleen D'Aluisio, the Director of Operations for Discovery Cube's Ocean Quest. Ms. D’Aluisio explained that Ocean Quest has many local history, marine/nautical, and natural history artefacts that they would be willing to loan for exhibit in the Central Library, in lieu of placing the items in storage. Many of these items can be accommodated in the two display cabinets that are approximately 24” high x 24” deep x 24” wide and can be placed in the lobby gallery. Staff recommends that the City Arts Commission approve the rotating display of these artefacts in the lobby gallery. Staff will work with Ms. D’Aluisio in the coordination of the displays. Cultural Arts has a similar arrangement with the Balboa Island Museum that has proven to be mutually beneficial. 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). 42