2019-02-15 Arts Commission Minutesy edmonds
ARTS COMMISSION
MINUTES
February 15, 2019
The Edmonds Arts Commission: dedicated to the arts, an integral part of community life.
City of Edmonds Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department
PRESENT:
Tanya Sharp Pat Oneill STAFF AUDIENCE
Lesly Kaplan Beverly Shaw Starkovich Frances Chapin Sue Gill Rose
Excused: Marni Muir, Rhonda Soikowski - work
The meeting was called to order at 4:25 PM by Tanya Sharp, Chair
INTRODUCTIONS - Sue Gill Rose, local artist, was introduced.
MINUTES —Approval of January minutes, Kaplan Moved and Shaw Seconded, Approved.
REPORTS -
A. Creative Programs
1. Henbart Project —Chapin updated commissioners regarding proposed art installation and showed
new site plan. Commissioners requested they show the piece in context in a perspective drawing for
the review next month.
Nominations — Chapin noted that the vacancy is for a general position. Oneill, Sharp and Muir were
on the interview committee. Oneill reported that 7 well qualified applicants were interviewed and
the discussions included some great ideas for the Commission. The committee unanimously
recommended appointment of Ashley Song for the general position. She brings strong interest in
arts and experience in social justice issues, cultural history, and public engagement. Her experience
working with issues important to the current goals of the Arts Commission with provide a rich
addition to the current balance of the Commission. Kaplan Moved and Shaw Seconded that Ashley
Song be recommended to the Mayor and City Council for appointment to the Arts Commission
position #6, Approved.
3. Concerts — Chapin thanked Commissioners Soikowski, Kaplan, Muir and student representative
Wilhelm who reviewed applicants and said a final schedule will be available at the next meeting.
B. Capital Projects
C. Funding & Administration
STAFF REPORT— Chapin thanked Sharp for representing the City at Arts Day in Olympia and Sharp reported
briefly on her experience and shared information with the Commission. Chapin discussed a potential artwork
donation or loan and where it could be exhibited. Chapin reiterated that the postponed Wintergrass Preview
event for Music at the Library is going ahead on Feb. 16.
NEW/OTHER BUSINESS —
AUDIENCE COMMENTS —
Meeting Adjourned at 5:18 PM