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MAPLE RIDGE PUBLIC ART STEERING COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee (MRPASC),
held in the Blaney Room, Maple Ridge City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia,
on June 15, 2011 at 3:00 pm.
COMMITTEE PRESENT:
Kristin Krimmel, Chair Artist
Gabriella Morrison Community Member
Craig Redmond Developer, Norond Group
Brian Shigetomi Architect
Barbara Duncan Curator, Maple Ridge Art Gallery
Craig Speirs Councillor, District of Maple Ridge Liaison
DISTRICT OF MAPLE RIDGE STAFF PRESENT:
Shelley Jorde Recreation Manager, Community Connections
Ingrid Kraus Executive Assistant, Administration
REGRETS:
Susan Hayes, Vice-Chair Artist
1. Call to Order at 3:05 pm
The Chair welcomed everyone and called the meeting to order.
2. Adoption of the Agenda
R11-027 It was moved and seconded
That the Agenda for the June 15, 2011 Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee meeting be
adopted as amended.
CARRIED
3. Minutes of the Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee
R11-028 It was moved and seconded
That the minutes of the May 18, 2011 meeting be approved as circulated.
CARRIED
4 UNFINISHED & NEW BUSINESS
4.1 Installation & Dedication of Community Art Project – Leisure Centre
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The Committee thanked Shelley Jorde for coordinating the installation and unveiling
ceremony of the Sun Mural. The event was well attended and the artwork is a
welcomed addition to the lobby of the Leisure Centre.
The installation itself was more complicated than expected and the following
suggestions were made for future projects:
Artists will be expected to provide:
- more detail on the material used, weight and instructions for installations
- a written summary of the details and history of the project
- instructions on how to clean and maintain the art work
Staff will:
- incorporate that installation and maintenance instructions will be a
requirement as part of the contracts
A discussion on what happens to art work if it has to be moved will be brought
forward to a future meeting.
4.2 Report to Maple Ridge Council
The presentation is confirmed for June 28 at 7:00 pm. Barbara Duncan is working
on the PowerPoint presentation and circulated a draft for comment.
Photos of the Spirit of Wood carvings were request -- Ingrid to forward.
Shelley Jorde asked for two additional slides: reference to the bylaw and listing the
Committee members.
4.3 Public Art Committee – new candidates, renewals
Shelley Jorde reviewed the process for filling vacancies on Committees of Council. A
member whose term has expired is eligible to re-apply. An ad will run in the local
paper and the closing for applications is July 18.
Mr. Brian Shigetomi has resigned and will step down from the Committee having
served a two-year term. Mr. Shigetomi was thanked for his time and commitment to
the start up of the Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee.
4.4 Policy & Procedure Manual Final Edits
Kristin Krimmel completed the final edits to the document. The significant changes
as a result of the Fee for Service Agreement are now included. A discussion on who
would be responsible for the installation of art projects followed.
Shelley Jorde will speak to the District’s Risk Manager regarding liability and
insurance matters.
R11-029 It was moved and seconded
That Public Art Policy and Procedures, Section B. Management, Item #6, be deleted.
CARRIED
4.5 Budget Review
Shelley Jorde reviewed the two agreements and the status. A discussion on the fees
and how these would be covered followed. Staff will obtain additional information on
the process.
Infrastructure Replacement – the question was raised as to whether public art
replacement should be included under Infrastructure Replacement. Following a
discussion, staff will seek further clarification from Corporate Finance.
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R11-030 It was moved and seconded
That Shelley Jorde follow up on the inventory of public art assets and maintenance schedules
and, that this matter be brought back to the next meeting.
CARRIED
4.6 Signage
Suggestions received from Mr. Terry Willis, Artisall, were circulated. The committee
reviewed the options and asked Barbara Duncan to proceed with the
recommendation.
R11-031 It was moved and seconded
That Barbara Duncan will coordinate the signage for the Tendance project and that she
be authorized to negotiate a cost up to a maximum of $500.
CARRIED
4.7 Inventory
The committee reviewed the need to complete an inventory on the art projects in
Maple Ridge. There were many ideas of what the inventory should include in addition
to basic information such as:
- maintenance requirements
- who is responsible for the maintenance
- historical details
- how it could link to the cultural mapping project
- installation details
Who should ultimately maintain the list and what format it should take needs further
discussion.
Kristin Krimmel has started a list in Excel. Following a discussion, it was agreed that
Kristin will forward the list to Ingrid Kraus who will assist in gathering further details
and research options on how to manage the information. This item to be brought
back to the first meeting in September.
4.8 224th & Lougheed site review
The site needs to be reviewed as to what is possible and a discussion followed on:
- The planter and what can be put at this location
- Signage issues – limited space and completing with the business
- Imbedded options
- Using lighting as part of the art work – are electrical conduits available?
A subcommittee will be formed and volunteers needed to plan this commissioned
public art piece. Following a discussion it was agreed the following would make up
the sub-committee:
- 1 Representative from WSCU
- 1 Representative from Narland
- MR Public Art Steering Committee members:
- Ms. Susan Hayes
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- Ms. Gabby Morrison
- Mr. Craig Redmond
- Ms. Barbara Duncan
- Councillor Craig Speirs
- Ms. Shelley Jorde
Mr. Brian Shigetomi offered to assist if needed.
5.0 Adjournment
R11-032 It was moved and seconded
That the meeting be adjourned.
CARRIED
The meeting adjourned at 4:20 pm. The next meeting will be on Wednesday, September 21, 2011
at 3:00 pm, Maple Ridge City Hall, Blaney Room.
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Chairperson
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