08/13/2019 Arts and Culture Commission Regular Meeting Adopted 09/10/2019
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
AUGUST 13, 2019
5:30 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 by Chair Wendy Sue Kissa at 5:37 PM.
Attendee Name Title Status Arrived
Wendy Sue Kissa Chair Present
Nancy Fierro Vice Chair Absent
Maricela Andrade Commissioner Present
Marika Somorjai Commissioner Present
Karla Sward Commissioner Absent
Sally Armendariz Commissioner Late 5:42 PM
Nelly Bermudez Commissioner Present
II. FLAG SALUTE
III. SECRETARY'S REPORT
The packet was posted on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at 3:15 PM.
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Arts and Culture Commission - Regular Meeting - May 14, 2019 5:30
PM
Motion was made by Commissioner Maricela Andrade to approve the May
14, 2019 regular meeting minutes. Motion seconded by Commissioner
Marika Somorjai.
Motion passed 4-0-0.
B. Arts and Culture Commission - Special Meeting - Jun 24, 2019 5:30 PM
Motion was made by Commissioner Maricela Andrade to approve the June
24, 2019 special meeting minutes. Motion seconded by Commissioner
Marika Somorjai.
Motion passed 4-0-0.
V. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion was made by Commissioner Maricela Andrade to approve the
agenda. Motion seconded by Commissioner Marika Somorjai.
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Motion passed 4-0-0.
VI. INTRODUCTIONS
A. Nelly Bermudez
Commissioner Nelly Bermudez introduced herself to the Commission.
Nelly has been a resident of Gilroy for 6 years and grew up visiting Gilroy
from her hometown of San Jose. She is an artist that works with oil painting.
Recreation Director Maria De Leon introduced herself to the group as well.
She has worked with the City of Gilroy a little over 12 years.
VII. AWARDS/RECOGNITIONS
None.
VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
None.
IX. NEW BUSINESS
A. Arts and Culture Commission Presentation to City Council
Maria De Leon informed the Commission they will be presenting on
Monday, August 19, 2019 to City Council.
Maria went over the commissions power point slides and requested the
commissioners remain present after the meeting is adjourned to take a
group picture.
She informed the Commissioners to be present for the City Council
presentation at 6 PM.
Motion was made by Commissioner Maricela Andrade to approve the City
Council presentation. Motion seconded by Commissioner Sally Armendariz.
Motion passed 5-0-0.
X. OLD BUSINESS
A. Update of 2019 Arts and Culture Commission Work Plan
Maria De Leon asked the commission to review the Commission Work Plan.
Motion was made by Commissioner Maricela Andrade to approve the Arts
and Culture Commission Work Plan. Motion seconded by Commissioner
Marika Somorjai,
Motion passed 5-0-0.
B. Fiscal Year 2020 Training Budget Expenditures
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Maria De Leon went over the fiscal year training budget expenditures.
She reminded the commission they are allowed $1000.00 for training
purposes.
Motion was made by Commissioner Sally Armendariz to keep the budget.
Motion was seconded by Commissioner Nelly Bermudez.
Motion passed 5-0-0.
XI. PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE UPDATE
Commissioner/liaison Nancy Fierro was not present at meeting to report on
update.
XII. GENERAL PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE UPDATE
Commissioner/liaison Nancy Fierro was not present at meeting to report on
update.
XIII. GILROY ARTS ALLIANCE UPDATE
A. GIlroy Arts Alliance Report
Maria De Leon went over the Gilroy Arts Alliance schedule of upcoming
exhibits and events.
XIV. STAFF REPORTS
A. Recreation Staff Report
Maria De Leon went over the recent Recreation Departments recent
programs.
The theater production of Wizard of Oz directed by Colleen Blanchard took
place in July, with the final show being a sellout. The fall pro duction
scheduled is Peter Pan which will be directed by Hillary Little, auditions will
take place August 31 at the Senior Center.
The Fall 2019 Activity Guide was mailed and includes many programs for all
ages and interests.
The annual Party in the Park took place at San Ysidro Park on June 21 and
had an attendance of more than 800 residents. The event encourages safe
use of the park through various activities.
XV. STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE COMMENTS
Christopher High School representative Sara Neese introd uced herself and
informed the commission of the schools current programs.
Drama: The Drama department held its annual children's theater camp over
the summer which raised $2,000, and the funds are used for drama sets,
costumes, etc.
They are requesting community help with fundraising in the near future by
sending out requests through Peach Jar.
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XVI. COMMISSION COMMENTS (Arts-Related)
Commissioner Sally Armendariz informed the commission CARAS has
already completed the first phase in restoration of the Aztec Mural.
CARAS is taking donations through GoFundMe on their Facebook page as
well as their office.
CARAS has cancelled their tamale festival at Christmas Hill Park on
10/13/19. They will be holding the festival Downtown on 10/13/19.
XVII. STAFF COMMENTS
Maria went over some updates from the updated staff report which included
date and time of Breakfast with Santa on December 14, 2019.
Maria encouraged the Commissioners to volunteer for the Breakfast with
Santa event.
XVIII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion made by Commissioner Sally Armendariz to adjourn the meeting.
Motion seconded by Commissioner Maricela Andrade.
Meeting adjourned at 6:16 PM by Chair Wendy Sue Kissa.
Motion passed 5-0-0.
XIX. FUTURE MEETINGS September 10, 2019 at 5:30 P.M.
Vanessa Arteaga,
Recreation Department
Recording Secretary