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March 10, 2016
The March 10, 2016, 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 Kathy Blackburn. '
ROLL CALL
Commissioners (Cm.) Present: Blackburn, Deets, He, Iharosi, Minniear and Tutino
Commissioners Absent: Szollos
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chair Blackburn led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 Public Comments
Ms. Anita Carr, Alameda County Public Arts Commissioner, informed the Commission that March is
Youth Art Month and of upcoming events regarding youth art events and activities.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4.1 December 10, 2015 Regular Meeting
On a motion by Cm. Deets, seconded by Cm. Minniear, and by a vote of 6-0-0 with Vice Chair Szollos
absent,the Commission took the following action:
ACTION:
Approved minutes of the December 10, 2015 Regular Meeting as presented.
4.2 February 11, 2016 Regular Meeting
On a motion by Cm. Deets, seconded by Cm. Minniear, and by a vote of 6-0-0 with Vice Chair Szollos
absent,the Commission took the following action:
ACTION:
Approved minutes of the February 11, 2016 Regular Meeting as presented.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS— None.
PUBLIC HEARING—None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS—None.
NEW BUSINESS
8.1 Staff Work Plan
Ms. Tegan McLane, Cultural Arts & Heritage Manager, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in
the Staff Report.
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Cm. Minniear asked about Staff support for the work plan. Ms. McLane stated she does have Staff
support to assist in completing the tasks on the work plan.
Cm. Minniear asked if historic plaques would be included in the inventory and maintenance plan, and
Ms. McLane said yes.
Cm. Minniear asked if Staff would be looking for spaces for an art space granting program in Fiscal Year
2016-2017 and Ms. McLane said yes. Cm. Minniear asked how Staff would promote this opportunity to
the art community. Ms. McLane said once the program is approved, Staff would publicize the program
to the Tri-Valley arts community, as well as through other public outreach methods, such as
newspapers. Cm. Minniear suggested that Staff also include non-traditional artists in the program.
Cm. Minniear asked if there is still an option to put a Veteran's memorial space in the Dublin Crossing
park development. Ms. McLane stated she was not aware of a plan for a memorial space at Dublin
Crossing; however, public art is planned for the development. Cm. Minniear stated the location would
be ideal for a memorial space since the property is located in the middle of Dublin and near Camp Parks.
Cm. Tutino asked about the source of the $90,000 fund for art maintenance and repairs. Ms. McLane
explained that the amount would come from the Public Art Fund. Cm. Tutino asked if the budget would
include a line item for public art maintenance and repair going forward, and Ms. Mclane said yes.
Cm. Tutino asked why the Cemetery expansion project was on hold. Ms. McLane stated she was unsure
why the project is currently on hold.
Cm. Blackburn asked how items get placed on the work plan. Ms. Mclane explained the items come
from the Capital Improvement Plan, City Council, Commission, and Staff.
The Commission received the report.
8.2 Dublin Camp Parks Military History Center Update
Ms. McLane presented the specifics of the item as outlined in the Staff Report.
Cm. Iharosi asked if the project's ambitious time schedule is realistic, and Ms. McLane said yes.
The Commission received the report.
OTHER BUSINESS
9.1 Brief Information Only Reports from Heritage&Cultural Arts Commissioners and/or
Staff
Cm. Minniear informed the Commission that he has been looking into the history of Highway 21 in
preparation for an upcoming conference of historical groups.
Cm. Tutino stated she attended the Bay West public art preview for the corner of Dublin Boulevard and
Golden Gate Drive, and she would be participating in the Integrated Specialist Learning Program (ISLP)
for the Visual Arts.
Cm. Iharosi stated she attended the City's Volunteer Appreciation event.
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Cm. He suggested including historical information about the City in the Activity Guide.
Ms. McLane provided program and event updates.
9.2 Discussion of Future Agenda Items
Ms. McLane provided an overview of upcoming agenda items for the Commission.
Cm. Minniear stated he would like the Commission to have an opportunity to review and recommend
amendments to the Commission's Bylaws and Rules of Procedure. With Cm. Szollos absent, the
Commissioners voted in favor of agendizing this item.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 8:06 PM.
Minutes prepared by Rhonda Franklin, Management Analyst.
ATTEST:
an Mc
Cultkfirts and Heritage Manager
Kby Blackburn
Chairperson