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Cultural Development Board Meeting of June 5, 2018.
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PERSONAL APPEARANCES:
Mr. Emilio Sauma and Mr. Barredo, representing the Gables Hispanic Cultural Foundation, came before the Board as a follow-up and to provide additional information about the proposed Saturday Art Walk on Giralda Avenue. Mr. Sauma stated that about 16 artists would present work on the plaza every Saturday and that large screens would be installed on the plaza as part of the event. Mr. Barredo presented images of proposed artists and artists of similar stature who may be presenting their work as part of the series. The names and number of artists confirmed was not provided; however, the Board was told that a set number of artists would present their work. The Board clarified that the work would be for exhibition and for sale. The Board expressed concern about the program happening every Saturday and viewed it as an outdoor commercial gallery. They also stated concern about how the large screens and sound/music may affect the experience of people on the plaza and impact on businesses.
NEW BUSINESS:
a. AIPP DEVELOPER PROJECT PROPOSAL: GABLES STATION
Ms. Cathers introduced Ms. Castro and Mr. Graham, stating that the developer is here to present a third artwork to be included in their request for a waiver of the art in public places fee for Gables Station mixed use project. Before presenting the new proposal, Ms. Cathers asked if the developers could update the Board on the status of the project of two sculptures proposed by Blessing Hancock.
Mr. Pantin made a motion recommending approval of the Art in Public Places waiver request by the Gables Station development project to incorporate artwork by artist Arturo Berned into the Gables Station as presented and as recommended by the Arts Advisory Panel. Ms. Burgos seconded the motion, which was unanimously approved.*
*This item was approved at the City Commission meeting of July 10, 2018.
b. b. H. GEORGE FINK STUDIO
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