HomeMy WebLinkAboutArts Commission - Minutes 031721Takima.grts Commission
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Zoom Online Meeting
3:30 p.m.
Minutes
David Lynx convened the meeting at 3:37 p.m.
In attendance: David Rogers, David Lynx, Teresa Pritchard, Susan Duffin, Jack McEntire,
Merivet Lombera, Heath Lambe, Randy Bonds Jr. (City of Yakima Liaison), Charlie Robin,
Scott Schafer (Guest — Public Works Director)
The Minutes from the November 18, 2019 meeting were reviewed. One correction was
made, the word `were' was changed to `where'.
Budget: Randy Bonds Jr. presented a report for the budget for 2021. $3,187.57 of the
$10,000 yearly budget has been spent so far on Windows Alive related expenses. Three
utility box wraps were not yet included in the balance. They will be added in the near
future, David Lynx estimated $500-$600 per box.
Windows Alive: The Spring 2021 show is now installed. It will run January 29, 2021
through July of 2021. August 31st is the deadline for the next call for artists. The requested
"hype video" is being worked on by local students and should be ready soon.
Utility Box Wrap Project: 64th and Occidental has been installed, with 64th and Ahtanum
to be installed soon. There is a third wrapped box that will be installed soon at an unknown
location. Another box is being wrapped by ADI at N 1 St St and East I Street.
A question was asked if we needed to go out to bid for non -City wrapped boxes. Randy
Bonds Jr. said he would ask and follow up with the council.
The possibility of a stipend for the artist was discussed. It was agreed we'd look at this at
the end of the year if we had budget left over.
The idea was brought up to have a contest for upcoming box art. We would like to install
2 more this year if budget and time allows.
The Streets department has requested for art from a former long-time employee who had
recently passed away be considered for an art wrap. The Commission agreed this would
be a great way to honor this employee.
Crosswalk Painting Program: The Yakima City Council has directed the Arts
Commission to put together guidelines for a Crosswalk Painting Program. They directed
that no City funds would be used in this program, and that we should work with the Public
Works department while putting together guidelines.
The commission looked at the City of Seattle guidelines
(https://www.seattle.gov/transportation/projects-and-pro rams/programs/pedestrian-
progra/community-crosswalks) and will consider these guidelines when developing
ours. Scott Schafer will provide an estimate of the cost of a crosswalk to paint and do
traffic control while painting.
A sub -committee was formed and will include Merivet Lombera, Teresa Pritchard, David
Lynx and Soneya Lund.
Washington State Creative District: Heath asked for a sub -committee to help finish the
nearly completed application. Randy Bonds Jr. suggested a meeting between Heath,
Joan Davenport (Director of Community and Economic Development), and him to
complete the process instead.
Group Updates:
Larson Gallery
2 exhibits currently running, "Who's Minding the Gallery and Victor Ospina. Visits are
by appointment only. The gift shop is being setup and will be available online. April 6tn
the Studio Art Quilt Association will have a show that will run until May. In June, a show
of wood artists will start.
Yakima Symphony
Final virtual YSO "Meet the Violas" this Saturday. Chamber Music Series starting in
person, only to subscribers. The 50t" Anniversary season will be moved to 2021-2022.
Youth Symphony and Youth Chorus hoping to have an outdoor performance soon.
Capitol Theatre
Hoping for a November opening with an October soft opening for members. Hairspray is
slated for November. Town Hall and Symphony hoping to be held in October. PPP
Loans have been helpful.
Yakima Valley Museum
Opening on April 15t" with limited capacity.
Divergent Voices, Common Ground exhibit will be running. During the closure, they
updated flooring, many exhibits, and added video attractions. Soda fountain will not be
opening, they are currently looking for a new tenant.
Yakima Maker's Space
Auction on Facebook from makers and artists currently running. One-on-one classes for
ceramics and woodshop currently being help. Cafe is going strong, with artists being
exhibited in the space.
Jack McEntire (working artist)
Some of his work is for auction in the YMS auction. Currently working on pieces for
Universal Studios and Kenmore Parks and Recreation.