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HERITAGE, CULTURE & THE ARTS COMMISSION MEETING
Wednesday, August 20, 2003
Lakewood's Heritage Center
Visitor Center
CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Bob Zachman called the meeting to order at 4:15 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members Present: Roberta Bhasin, Jan McConnell, Jennifer Sylman, Letitia Williams,
Zachary Matyja, Cathy Te Slaa, Donald Tallman, Bob Zachman
Absent: Peg Reed, Barbara Tobiska, Joan Howard, Dave Wiechman
HCA Staff: Niña Johnson, Robin Anderson, Elizabeth Nosek, Kris Anderson, Mike Buhler.
Council Members: Debbie Koop, Barb Martin
The public comment book was out and made available for public sign in.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from June 18, 2003 were approved by unanimous vote.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Landmarks - Donald Tallman stated that the Landmarks committee meet but did
not have a quorum, so they took a tour of the Visitor Center. The sub-committee
Education meet for the first time, Roberta Bhasin is chairing this committee.
Public Art - Jan McConnell stated that the committee took a well-deserved rest. Jan recognized and thanked Laurie Bartee, a volunteer on this committee.
Program - Cathy Te Slaa stated that the committee has three new members. During the meeting Susan Martin gave a brief review of the HCA Division and summarized programs from past seasons. Susan also suggested ways the committee could help her with preparing for future programming and audiences. Donald Tallman reported on the committee's accomplishments since the inception of the commission in 1998. Cathy Te Slaa reviewed arts organizations and participation in cultural life of a community. The committee discussed creativity and diversity in the arts community and where Lakewood "fit" in the discussion of creative and vibrant arts communities.
Out Reach & Opportunity - Jennifer Sylman stated that the committee is concentrating on bringing in new members this year since this will be Bob and Jennifer's last year on the commission. Jennifer recognized and thanked volunteer Gary Robinson for his dedication and support throughout the years. O & O will continue to help with the Volunteer Fair and the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner.
Executive - Bob Zachman read a letter to Kathy Hodgson, Director of Community Resources and City Council. The letter thanks Council and Kathy for their dedication and commitment to the arts. The letter was passed around for commissioners to sign. Bob asked if any commissioner knew of anyone who would like to apply for open positions on the commission. If so, please encourage them to apply. The executive committee feels that a new ad hoc committee needs to be formed. This ad hoc committee will be named Community Liaison. A discussion ensued regarding this committee. There was mixed comments on Zach Matyja newsletter. However, Zach will continue with the newsletter, if you have any information you would like to include in the newsletter (events calendar) please email Zach. Bob invited all commissioners to the Mayor's Art Breakfast on September 16th, 7:30 a.m. in the Visitor Center.
Debbie Koop reminded commissioners that the screening committee will interview applicants for open positions on boards and commissions in September. She encouraged everyone to get their applications in to the City Clerks Office.
Cathy Te Slaa passed our SCFD 15 Anniversary Celebration Bookmarks.
Barb Martin updated everyone on the "Three Generations" Sculpture. It is going well and they have raised approximately $10,000. Barb continues to send letters out to organizations and citizens. A "Tea" is planned in November at the Cultural Center, hosted by Village Roaster.
STAFF REPORTS
Niña Johnson stated that during the potluck staff will be giving Visitor
Center tours if anyone would like to go on one please ask a staff member. Staff
is very happy with the completed project. We came in right at budget, 1.9 million.
Budget for the Department was present to Council last Monday by the Director,
Kathy Hodgson. The process went very well. Art on the Commons exhibit will be
pushed back until next spring. Robin Anderson is collaborating with Rocky Mountain
Art & Design College (RMAD) for the exhibit.
Elizabeth Nosek stated that she had the opportunity to do an oral history with Jim Richey, the first mayor of Lakewood. She is also working on training for tours of the Visitor Center this Monday. An education backpack will go with the tour. Lakewood has a "Theme Song"; it was recorded by three of the commissioners.
Robin Anderson passed out postcards for upcoming exhibit receptions. The three gallery openings will be on Sept. 12th.
Kris Anderson clarified that the public grand opening for the Visitor Center will be during Cider Days, Oct. 4th.
Mike Buhler thanked the commissioners for their support during Art Fest. It was again very successful. The Sounds Exciting Summer Concert Series was a HUGE success. It was the most attended so far. Fusion Fest is starting to come together. If you would like to volunteer please contact Rose Watson. We are going to do a direct mail to about 4000 citizens in the immediate area.
Jan Mc Connell gave out appreciation certificates to the following volunteers who attended the meeting: Laurie Bartee, Gary Robinson, Lyle Miller, Karen White.
Meeting was adjourned at 5:20 p.m. by unanimous vote and the potluck followed.
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