12-11-2014 PACMPublic Arts Commission
Meeting Minutes
December 11, 2014
Present: Barbara Bowman, Mary Christensen, Steve Cook, Audrey Hollatz, Lena Mowlem, Jon
Otteson, Joshua Schroeder
Call to Artists:
Announcement to be sent out in January, this allows the Park and Rec department more time to
consult with artists regarding installation requirements.
Funds will come from the PAC funding from the city. Any money not used may be rolled over to
the next year, with a cap of $30,000.
Discussion about offering a People's Choice award as an incentive to artists. There has been
concern from the art community that although the stipend is generous, the intent of artists is to
sell their pieces. The PAC is not at the stage yet where purchasing a piece is possible. The City
has expressed an interest in purchasing the "Jack" sculpture piece by Heidi Hoy currently
located at the River Song site. The PAC is supportive of a potential purchase.
Mowlem makes a motion that a People's Choice Award campaign be debuted in 2015, the
winner of which will receive a $500 prize. Hollatz seconds the motion, motion carries.
Mowlem will amend the current Call to Artists document to feature the following
Ask for more detailed information on size and dimensions of sculpture
Announce the People's Choice Award of $500
Otteson will spearhead the dissemination of the Call to Artists to include a broader range than
we have previously had.
Other:
Cook recommends a workshop with the City Council to determine what to do with the
sculptures. The interest in purchasing a piece for the City is encouraging.
Local Art in Local Places project.
Begin to develop a project inviting local artists to display their art in public spaces. This includes
but not limited to the City Center, Library, Event Center, Liquor store, Chamber of Commerce.
Create a project inspired by use of recyclable materials. Art could be displayed at the recycle
center.
Otteson moved to adjourn, Hollatz second, Motion carries.
Minutes submitted by Lena Mowlem