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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPASC 2018-04-19 Minutes.pdf-) City of Maple Ridge PUBLIC ART STEERING COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Public Art Steering Committee, held in the Coho Room, at Maple Ridge City Hall, 11995 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, British Columbia, on April 19, 2018 at 3:05 pm. COMMITTEE MEMBERS PRESENT Councillor Kiersten Duncan Wayne Bissky, Chair Barbara Duncan Donald Luxton Don Miskiman Wan-Yi Lin STAFF MEMBERS PRESENT Yvonne Chui Amanda Allen ABSENT Leanne Koehn, Vice-Chair 1. CALL TO ORDER City of Maple Ridge Architect Arts Council Representative Developer Community at Large Member Artist Manager, Arts and Community Connections Committee Clerk Community at Large Member 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA R/2018-007 It was moved and seconded That the agenda for the April 19, 2018 Public Art Steering Committee be amended to add item 6.5 Community Public Art Application and that agenda as amended be approved. CARRIED 3. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES R/2018-008 It was moved and seconded That the minutes of the Maple Ridge Public Art Steering Committee meeting dated January 30, 2018 be adopted. CARRIED Note: Donald Luxton joined the meeting at 3:08 pm. 4. DELEGATIONS 4.1. Telosky Stadium Upgrades • Chad Neufeld, Parks Planning Technician, City of Maple Ridge The Parks Planning Technician gave a presentation on the upcoming development project of two new artificial turf fields at Telosky stadium. Discussion was held on possible locations for 0 public art and the historical background of the site. Public Art Steering Committee Minutes April 19, 2018 Page 2 of 3 4.2. Albion Community Centre Concept • Don Cramb, Senior Recreation Manager, City of Maple Ridge The Senior Recreation Manager gave a presentation on the design and concepts of the South Albion Community Centre, a joint school and community centre site. Discussion was held on future City of Maple Ridge capital projects including a flexible budget for public art. Questions arose around any policy amendments or changes to reflect new capital infrastructure or if this was covered under the current mechanisms such as the community amenities contributions. 5. QUESTION PERIOD -Nil 6. NEW AND UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6.1. New Parks, Recreation & Culture Civic Infrastructure -Considerations The Staff liaison provided an update on the public art program budget. The Staff liaison reviewed a list of upcoming City capital projects and sites previously identified by the committee for potential places and spaces for public art projects. $233,500 has been committed for projects and a balance of $266,000 remains in the account largely from recent developer contributions and carry forwards to build up enough funds as per the five year framework plan. Discussion ensued with some action items for the next meeting to prioritize projects/locations recommendations and update to Council in June/July. 6.2. Developer Public Art Guidelines -draft The Staff liaison reported that the Developer Public Art Guidelines draft is forthcoming. 6.3. Cultural Plan Update -April 24 to Council The Staff liaison advised that the Cultural Plan will be proceeding to Council for presentation and endorsement on April 24, 2018 and invited members to attend meeting. The report also requests that Council direct staff to report back with an implementation framework for the Cultural Plan. The Staff liaison thanked members for their valued contributions to the development of the Cultural Plan. 6.4. Merkley Park/LeBlanc Field Update The Staff liaison reported that the project is complete. An opening celebration is scheduled for May 26, 2018 and invitations will be forthcoming as the itinerary is established. The Staff liaison reported that the public artwork project completed on time and on budget. 6.5. Community Public Art Application The Staff liaison provided an update on a new applicant to the community public art program and timing of the committee meetings. The committee will make a decision on this application at the next meeting. The Staff liaison requested the committee's approval on artist fees to assist with the production of the 2018 civic banners. It may involve our local First Nations. 7 Public Art Steering Committee Minutes April 19, 2018 Page 3 of 3 R/2018-009 It was moved and seconded That PASC set a budget up to $3000 to cover artist fees for the 2018 banner project. CARRIED 7. ROUNDTABLE Wan-Yi Lin shared highlights from her trip to Taiwan in January and shared photos of the billboard she installed dedicated to display art. Barbara Duncan reported on the intricate Bettina Matzkuhn exhibition currently on display at the ACT. The Garibaldi Art Club Spring Show begins April 28, 2018. Ms. Duncan was very pleased to report an increase of interest by schools in the community around making and displaying art. Don Miskiman reported that the placemaking projects to activate public spaces by University of the Fraser Valley students were well received by the Cities of Abbotsford and Cloverdale and several projects will be installed. Donald Luxton reported that the Heritage Resources of Maple Ridge Inventory was endorsed by Council on April 17, 2018. Mr. Luxton shared highlights of the research around the multiculturalism of Maple Ridge and the broad scope of items included in the updated inventory. The Haney House windows have been restored and the project is proceeding well. Councillor Duncan reported on the April 21, 2018 Earth Day activities. Councillor Duncan shared her experiences at the Katzie First Nations swearing in ceremony and spoke to the potential for increased placemaking recognition throughout the City. Yvonne Chui reported that a developer is very interested in commissioning a public artwork as part of their new development and she'll update the committee as progress is made on this offer. Ms. Chui advised that the Leisure Centre Public art call closed on April 12, 2018 and a good number of submissions were received. Ms. Chui shared highlights from her recent trip to Taiwan and China. Wayne Bissky shared happy news that he will be welcoming another grandchild. As this was National Volunteer Week, Ms. Chui and Councillor Duncan expressed gratitude and thanks to the members of the Public Art Steering Committee for their service and dedicated work within the community. 8. ADJOURNMENT -5:29 pm /aa