02/09/2021 Arts and Culture Commission Regular Agenda Packet
CITY OF GILROY
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
(“In partnership with City Council, the Arts & Culture Commission promotes the Arts in the
Gilroy community.”)
REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 9, 2021
6:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers
7351 Rosanna Street
Gilroy, CA 95020
AGENDA
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN THIS MEETING WILL BE LIMITED.
THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE
GOVERNOR’S EXECUTIVE ORDER N-29-20
MEETING MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE ON THE CITY WEBSITE www.cityofgilroy.org.
In order to minimize the spread of the COVID 19 virus, the City will be offering telephone
and email options for public comments at this meeting. The public is encouraged to
participate in this meeting by as follows:
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PUBLIC COMMENTS WILL BE TAKEN ON AGENDA ITEMS BEFORE ACTION IS TAKEN BY THE
ARTS & CULTURE COMMISSION. COMMENTS MAY BE EMAILED PRIOR TO OR DURING THE
MEETING TO Adam Henig AT adam.henig@cityofgilroy.org AND MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE THE
CHAIRPERSON OPENS PUBLIC COMMENT FOR THE ITEM. ADDITIONALLY, COMMENTS MAY BE
MADE BY LEAVING A VOICE MESSAGE AT (408) 846-0577, PRIOR TO 5:00 P.M. FEBRUARY 9, 2021.
IMPORTANT: identify the Agenda Item Number or PUBLIC COMMENT in the subject line of your
email. The Clerk will read the first three minutes of each email into the public record.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Governors Order N-29-20, the City will
make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. If you need special
assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City a minimum of 2 hours prior to the
meeting at (408) 846-0215.
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE GILROY OPEN GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE
Government's duty is to serve the public, reaching its decisions in full view of the public.
Commissions, task forces, councils and other agencies of the City exist to conduct the
people's business. This ordinance assures that deliberations are conducted before the
people and that City operations are open to the people's review.
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ORDINANCE, TO RECEIVE A FREE COPY OF THE ORDINANCE OR TO REPORT A
VIOLATION OF THE ORDINANCE, CONTACT THE OPEN GOVERNMENT
COMMISSION STAFF AT (408) 846-0204/shawna.freels@cityofgilroy.org
PUBLIC COMMENT GUIDELINES:
During the PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA portion of the
meeting, each person wishing to speak should prepare a presentation of not more than
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three (3) minutes. Persons wishing to address the Commission are requested, but not
required, to complete a Speaker’s Card located at the entrances. Completion of this
speaker’s card is voluntary. All persons may attend this meeting and speak, regardless
if a card is completed or not. Speaker’s slips should be submitted to the Secretary
BEFORE this portion of the meeting begins. Anyone wishing to address the Commission
on any other item on this AGENDA is requested, but not required, to fill out a speaker’s
slip as well and submit it to the Secretary BEFORE the Commission takes action on the
item.
Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City of Gilroy Arts & Culture
Commission after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection
with the agenda packet in the Recreation Division at City Hall, 7351 Rosanna Street
during normal business hours. These materials are also available with the agenda
packet on the City website at www.cityofgilroy.org
Mission Statement: “To be an advocate for cultural and artistic activities in the Gilroy
Community. To build bridges and promote communication through cultural and artistic
opportunities for all individuals, thereby improving the quality of life in our city.”
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. SECRETARY'S REPORT
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. January 12, 2021
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
V. INTRODUCTIONS
A. Adam Henig, Staff Liaison
VI. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS
VII. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair of Arts and Culture Commission
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance
to participate in this meeting, please contact the Recreation Division at (408) 846-
0460. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable
arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title
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1. Staff Report: Adam Henig, Recreation Manager
2. Public Comment
3. Possible Action:
Motion and vote for the selection of commission Chair and Vice-
chair of Arts and Culture Commission.
B. 2021 Arts and Culture Commission's Selection of Meeting Date for
Annual Presentation to City Council
1. Staff Report: Adam Henig, Recreation Manager
2. Public Comment
3. Possible Action:
Motion to approve two meeting dates to present to City Council.
C. Arts and Culture Commission Recommendations for the Upcoming
Two-year Budget Cycle.
1. Staff Report: Adam Henig, Recreation Manager
2. Public Comment
3. Possible Action:
IX. OLD BUSINESS
X. STAFF REPORTS
A. Discussion Items for the Upcoming Retreat
XI. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COMMENTS
XII. COMMISSION COMMENTS (Arts-Related)
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF GILROY
ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
(“In partnership with City Council, the Arts & Culture Commission promotes the Arts in the
Gilroy community.”)
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 12, 2021
6:30 p.m.
City Council Chambers
7351 Rosanna Street
Gilroy, CA 95020
MINUTES
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I. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:36pm
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Nelly Bermudez Commissioner Absent
Judy Bozzo Commissioner Present
Nancy Fierro Vice Chair Late
Camille McCormack Commissioner Present
Melanie Reynisson Chair Present
Federico Saldana Commissioner Excused
Edgar Zaldana Commissioner Present
Carina Baksa STAFF Present
II. SECRETARY'S REPORT
The agenda was posted on Friday, January 8, 2021 at 1:30 pm.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting - Nov 10, 2020 6:30
PM
Motion was made by Commissioner Federico Saldana to approve the
minutes of November 10, 2020. Motion was seconded by Commissioner
Camille McCormack. Motion passed 4-0.
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion was made by Commissioner McCormack to approve the agenda.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Saldana. Motion passed 4 -0.
V. INTRODUCTIONS
New Commissioner Edgar Zaldana introduced himself. He has lived in
Gilroy for the past 14 years and wanted to be a part of the Arts & Culture
Commission to see what he can bring to the table.
VI. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
None
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VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Approval of the 2021 Schedule of Regular Arts and Culture
Commission Meetings
Motion was made by Commissioner Bozzo to approve the Arts & Culture
Commission Regular Meeting Calendar for 2021 with one retreat following
the meeting in March. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Saldana.
Motion passed 5-0.
Approved Calendar is as follows:
City of Gilroy Arts & Culture Commission Meeting Calendar
for 2021
2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM
January 12, 2021
February 9, 2021
March 9, 2021 (Retreat following Regular Meeting)
April 13, 2021
May 11, 2021
June 8, 2021
July 13, 2021 (DARK - No Meeting Scheduled)
August 10, 2021
September 14, 2021
October 12, 2021
November 9, 2021
December 14, 2021 (DARK - No Meeting Scheduled)
B. Proposal for Online Youth Art Exhibit (Report Attached)
Artist Sheryl Cathers was unable to attend the meeting to present her
proposal.
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VIII. FINANCIAL REPORT
A. Financial Report for the Quarter Ending December 31, 2020
1. Staff Report: Carina Baksa, Management Analyst
2. Public Comment
3. Possible Action:
Accept Financial Reports for the Quarter Ending December 31,
2020
Staff Baksa presented the financial report for the Quarter Ending December
31, 2020. The Public Art Project Fund has a balance of $13,519.05 with
$4,508.19 reserved for upkeep of current Public Art and $9,010.86 available
for future projects. The Arts & Culture Commission Donations Fund has a
balance of $1,358.34.
Motion was made to accept the financial report by Commissioner Fierro.
Motion seconded by Commissioner McCormack. Motion passed 5-0.
IX. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COMMENTS
Student Representative Nicole Perales reported that the Covid related
issues for the students continue and students of the arts are trying to figure
out what to do for the second semester since they will probably not be able
to meet in person again. Choir and Band performed in concerto via
individual video recordings and then piecing them together. Drama is
thinking of doing something similar, maybe record some monologues and
piece them together. She may have a list of what everyone has decided to
do by next meeting. She can share the links for Commissioners to show
support.
X. COMMISSION COMMENTS (Arts-Related)
XI. STAFF COMMENTS
XII. ADJOURNMENT
Adojurned at 6:58 pm
XIII. FUTURE MEETINGS at 6:30 P.M.
March 9, 2021
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Carina Baksa,
Recreation Division
Recording Secretary
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ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair of Arts and Culture Commission
Meeting Date: February 9, 2021
Submitted By: Adam Henig
Prepared By: Adam Henig
Recommendation:
Motion and vote for the selection of commission Chair and Vice-chair of Arts and
Culture Commission.
Executive Summary
At the beginning of the calendar year, the Arts and Culture Commission will motion to
select a chair and vice-chair to serve for a one-year term. The chair’s main function is to
preside over the commission meeting and approve the agenda prior to posting. If the
chair is not present at the meeting, the vice-chair will be the presiding officer. The new
chair will take over duties following this meeting.
In 2020, the chair of the commission was Melanie Reynisson and Vice Chair was Nancy
Fierro.
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ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: 2021 Arts and Culture Commission's Selection of Meeting Date for
Annual Presentation to City Council
Meeting Date: February 9, 2021
Submitted By: Adam Henig
Prepared By: Adam Henig
Recommendation:
Motion to approve two meeting dates to present to City Council.
Executive Summary
Each year, commissions are asked to present to city council. Due to the pandemic,
commissions did not present in 2020. However, Council would like to resume this
annual practice.
The purpose of the presentation is to highlight the commission’s accomplishments of
the year, and any work plan items that are currently being worked on. The presentation
is delivered by the commission chair.
Council is requesting that you select two meeting dates. The following council meeting
dates that are currently available are:
• Monday, May 17, 2021
• Monday, June 7, 2021
• Monday, June 21, 2021
• Thursday, July 1, 2021
• Monday, August 2, 2021
• Monday, August 16, 2021
• Monday, September 13, 2021
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• Monday, September 20, 2021
• Monday, October 4, 2021
• Monday, October 18, 2021
• Monday, November 1, 2021
• Monday, December 6, 2021
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ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item Title: Arts and Culture Commission Recommendations for the Upcoming
Two-year Budget Cycle.
Meeting Date: February 9, 2021
Submitted By: Adam Henig
Prepared By: Adam Henig
Executive Summary
For the City’s upcoming two-year budget cycle, council is seeking input from city
commission and boards. This is an opportunity to provide input from each commission
as what they would like Council to consider for the budget. All items should be
commission related. Recommendations will be submitted to Council.
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