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Cultural Development Board Meeting of November 01, 2016.
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UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI CAMPUS ART MASTER PLAN (DISCUSSION & ACTION):
Ms. Cathers summarized the Art in Public Places ordinance and code section regarding the percent for art exemption for Universities with public art collections. The exemption requires a campus art master plan with updates given to the City Commission every three years. She noted that the University of Miami has historically applied for and received this exemption since the Art in Public Places Ordinance went into effect. In compliance of the code, they presented their three-year update to the Board prior to presenting it to the City Commission for approval.
CORAL GABLES CULTURAL GRANT (DISCUSSION & ACTION):
Board members reported on cultural programs they attended, including: GableStage.
UM DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE, FY2015-16 GRANT (DISCUSSION & ACTION):
Mr. Pastor temporarily left the meeting and recused himself from this item due to professional involvement with the UM School of Architecture.
Ms. Burgos made a motion to recommend return of FY2015-2016 UM School of Architecture cultural grant funds. Mr. Perez seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES ORDINANCE AMENDMENT:
Ms. Spain reported to the Board that the Ordinance on second reading is pending. Ms. Cathers relayed the Commission's desire for additional funds to be put toward parks and open spaces without affecting the percent to art. Planning and Zoning is currently putting together options for the Commission to consider for meeting their goal without affecting the art in public places program.
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES, PROJECT UPDATES (DISCUSSION):
Alice Aycock
The Board discussed the City Commission item presented by residents who oppose the Segovia Street public artwork. Ms. Spain stated that she will forward the Commission item and link to the meeting to further inform the Board. Ms. Spain read aloud the petition being presented in opposition to the artwork. Ms. Spain further reported that staff has been requested to compile a fact sheet that will be available on the website. The Commission was informed that the artist has an attorney and will not agree to relocate the artwork within the City.
Giralda Avenue Streetscape
Ms. Cathers reported that on October 25th the City Commission moved to accept the artwork by Sibylle Pasche as presented by a vote of 3-2. Earl Jackson made a presentation, including images and samples of the masonry, and discussed how the artwork effectively integrates with the streetscape design.
Miracle Mile Streetscape
Ms. Cathers and Ms. Spain gave a brief review of the Miracle Mile Streetscape artists’ site visit on Tuesday, October 25th, including an initial walk along Miracle Mile, a review of the site plans with City staff, meeting with Business Improvement District staff, a trolley tour of the City, and Community Engagement public meeting. Ms. Cathers stated that an announcement about the public meeting was listed in the Miami Herald, through the City’s ENews, and mentioned at the City Commission meeting.
Jean Ward
Staff reported on the follow-up neighborhood meeting that took place at Young Park on October 27th to discuss the Jean Ward sculptures. The meeting was well-attended and while there was support by some residents to have the sculptures placed there, there was also vocal opposition. The meeting was interrupted with a downpour of rain and disbanded. Staff is recommending further consideration regarding the location and will report back to the Board.
ARTS ADVISORY PANEL VACANCY (DISCUSSION):
The Board was informed that Ms. Marijean Miyar has resigned from the Arts Advisory Panel due to illness, leaving a vacancy. The Board was asked to consider nominations for a replacement to recommend to the City Commission. The Board requested staff to forward the previous list of recommendations and include any additional considerations.
DISCUSSION:
There was no additional discussion.
BOARD ITEMS / CITY COMMISSION UPDATE / CITY PROJECT UPDATE:
There were no additional Board or City items.
ITEMS FROM THE SECRETARY:
There were no additional items.