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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-14-2013 HCAC Approved Minutes HERITAGE AND CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING Minutes CITY OF DUBLIN February 14, 2013 The February 14, 2013 Regular Meeting of the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 7:00 PM at the Dublin Civic Center, Dublin, California, by Chair Vanderpool. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chair Vanderpool led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Commissioners (Cm.) Present: Carr, Deets, Iharosi, King, Minniear,Tutino, Vanderpool Commissioners Absent: None ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 3.1 Administration of Oath of Office to newly appointed Commissioner by Deputy City Clerk Ms. Gloria McCafferty, Deputy City Clerk, administered the Oath of Office to newly appointed Commissioner, Ms. Timea Iharosi. 3.2 Public Comments—None APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4.1 January 10, 2013 On a motion by Cm. Tutino, seconded by Cm. Minniear, and by a vote of 5-0-2 with Cms. Iharosi and King abstaining, the Commission voted to approve the minutes of January 10, 2013, with minor amendments. Commissioner Iharosi abstained from the vote as her term as Commissioner began February 2013. Commissioner King abstained from the vote as he was absent from the January 10, 2013 meeting. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS—None PUBLIC HEARING—None UNFINISHED BUSINESS—None NEW BUSINESS 8.1 Fall Quarterly Report Ms. Ann Mottola, Heritage and Cultural Arts Manager, provided the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Chair Vanderpool asked about the type of rentals that occur at Old St. Raymond Church. Ms. Mottola stated that the private rentals are for events such as weddings and church services. Cm. King asked if the Bluegrass Band still performs at the Church. Ms. Mottola stated that the Band still performs at the Church as well as other facilities at the site. Cm. Deets asked if Staff was promoting events to HOA's or neighborhood groups that have created social groups on the internet. Ms. Mottola stated that Staff has not actively promoted to these groups. Cm. King asked if the City utilizes Facebook to promote events and activities. Mr. McCreary, Parks and Community Services Director, stated that the City has Facebook accounts that are used to promote specific events or activities, such as the St. Patrick's Day Festival. H&CAC Minutes—February 14, 2013—Page 2 of 2 Cm. Tutino suggested that art instructors at Dublin High School could be consulted regarding cultural arts classes and activities. Cm. Minniear stated that the volunteers at the Heritage Park and Museums logged over 2,900 hours last year, which is the equivalent of one full-time person. 8.2 Avalon Bay Residential Public Art Project—Public Input Ms. Ann Mottola, Heritage and Cultural Arts Manager, provided the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report. Commissioners King, Deets and Tutino volunteered to take part in Avalon Bay's Public Art Project video conference review. The Commissioners chose the date of February 19, 2013, at 4:00 PM. Ms. Mottola stated that she would confirm the details of the video conference review with the three Commissioners. OTHER BUSINESS 9.1 BRIEF INFORMATION ONLY REPORTS FROM HERITAGE &CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSIONERS AND/OR STAFF Vice Chair Carr asked about the Summer Concert Series for this year. Ms. Mottola stated that Staff would provide an update to the Commission at a future meeting. Vice Chair Carr reported that she has been working on the Dublin San Ramon Women's Club District Student Art Festival, as well as the State Competition. She also stated that she would like Staff to consider a permanent location for the Camp Parks historical items. Cm. Deets stated that he would be attending the Volunteer Recognition Event. Cm. Iharosi asked if the Commissioners would have a specific task to perform at the St. Patrick's Day Festival. Ms. Mottola stated that the Commissioner do not have any tasks and are free to enjoy themselves at the event. Cm. King reported that he has been working on an amateur film show at the Vine Theatre in Livermore. Cm. Minniear asked for an update on the Oral History Program. Ms. Mottola stated that Staff would provide an update to the Commission at a future meeting. Cm. Tutino reported that she is on the Dublin Unified School District's Visual and Performing Arts Committee. She stated that she would like to introduce the idea of a City/ District Joint Use gallery space in the City. Mr. McCreary and Ms. Mottola provided program and project updates. ADJOURNMENT Being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:47 PM. Respectfully submitted, '� � Rhonda Franklin Administrative Aide APPR ED• 7 airperson