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PublicArtCommission,2005-09-28,1,"CITT
MINUTES OF PUBLIC ART ADVISORY COMMITTEE
the
MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 28, 2005
(Revised 2/7/06)
DATE:
Wednesday, September 28, 2005
TIME:
7:00 p.m.
PLACE:
City Hall, 2263 Santa Clara Avenue, Third Floor, Room 360
Alameda, CA 94501
1.
Roll Call:
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
Present:
Chair (C) Huston, VC Lee, Committee Members (CM) Cecilia
Cervantes (late), K.C. Rosenberg, and Peter Wolfe
Staff:
Christina Bailey, Secretary, Public Art Commission
Christa Johnson, Assistant to the City Manager (A2CM)
2.
Approval of Minutes
A.
Minutes of Meeting on June 23, 2005
On page 2, Section 5A, paragraph 2, CM Wolfe wished to make clear that
his understanding was that the Development Services Department was
going to allot Public Art funds for the restoration of the theater and that it
should be done at a publicly accessible area.
M/S/C
Rosenberg/Cervantes
(approved)
""That Minutes of Public Art Advisory Committee Meeting on June 23,
2005 be approved with changes.'
Approved (4) - Huston, Cervantes, Rosenberg, Wolfe
Abstain (1) - Lee
3.
Oral Communications
(Any person may address the Committee in regard to any matter over which
the Commission has jurisdiction or of which it may take cognizance that is
not on the agenda.)
Secretary Bailey stated that the Public Art website would be moved from
the Recreation & Parks website, to the Planning & Building Department's
website. She asked whether members wanted to be recognized as
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PublicArtCommission,2005-09-28,2,"Commission Members on the site. PAC members agreed that they should
be listed. CM Cervantes asked that her e-mail could be included as well.
4.
Written Communications
None.
5.
Old Business
A. Update on South Shore Shopping Center - (Oral Presentation)
-
Tad Savinar, Art Consultant, Harsch Investment
Properties
Before Commission's conference call with Mr. Savinar, they discussed
the project. CM Rosenberg asked whether they can place additional
pieces after they have met the Ordinance's requirements. C Huston
answered in the affirmative. CM Rosenberg went on to ask if Mr.
Savinar could bring in only those projects that meet the funding
threshold. The process would be streamlined if he could be more
specific. Secretary Bailey suggested that they address the issue when
they spoke with Mr. Savinar. CM Wolfe inquired as to whether or not
the artists have considered where their art will be placed in the mall.
During the call, Mr. Savinar explained two goals for this
presentation/discussion. First, that everyone understands what has
been presented to date with an opportunity for further comments.
Second, the ability to move forward with the actual application process
and obtain the correct forms.
He went on to explain that South Shore Shopping Center will be in a
Craftsman style, indigenous to the area. One cause for the delay in
bringing the project before the PAC was that new alleyways and
circulation paths have been devised.
Mr. Savinar stated that the developer is interested in using local artists
whenever possible. He went on to speak about three artists whose
work will be featured throughout the center; Ake Grunditz and JaYing
Wang of Alameda, and John Laursen from Portland, OR. The works
will carry regional or Alameda-specific imagery. The Public Art will be
featured throughout the center.
C Huston stated that she was hungry to see the artists' own style, while
CM Rosenberg emphasized being able to see the artists' voice in their
pieces.
CM Rosenberg expressed her desire to see how the art will relate to the
setting. Mr. Savinar stated that the landscape artist has been charged
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PublicArtCommission,2005-09-28,3,"with making the interior circulation areas that of a neighborhood scale,
not a large shopping center. He likened it to walking through a gallery
or museum, not a plaza or square.
Mr. Savinar concludes the presentation by explaining that his client is
one of the most aggressive print collectors in the United States. The
client wants the collection at South Shore to be family-oriented and
appealing to the masses, but not watered down; however, he has
rejected some pieces with ""edge.' C Huston reiterated her desire for
originality in the pieces. She went on to state that opportunities for
innovation can be used in subtle ways through material and scale for
instance.
After the presentation, the PAC discusses South Shore further. A2CM
Johnson stated that the $150,000 does not all go towards the public art
piece. After the administrative and consultant fees, approximately
$97,500 will be left for actual pieces. Mr. Savinar should consider that
transportation and recognition plaques are included in the amount.
CM Rosenberg stated that the Laursen work would most likely have a
positive outcome after PAC review. CM Wolfe expressed his desire to
see how the Laursen panels would be placed throughout the center.
B. Update on Library Project - (Oral Report)
Secretary Bailey stated that the PAC received documents in their July
Agenda Packets that gave further background information on the
ongoing library project. This includes a memo sent to the Mayor and
City Council by Susan Hardie, retired Library Director. It explained the
background of the Public Art process, including the approval process
carried out by the PAAC on July 21, 2004.
Secretary Bailey added that funding for Masayuki Nagase's eight
medallions, Cadence of the Water, has been secured. The medallions
have the highest priority, because they are required to be installed
during construction. She also shared that an article had been featured
in the Alameda Journal on Tuesday, July 26. It pictured Masayuki
carving giant stone, similar to that which will be used for the library.
C. Update on Bay Ship and Yacht - (Oral Report)
Secretary Bailey explained that the Planning & Building Department
received a letter from Cris Craft, Chief Engineer representing Bay Ship
& Yacht, on August 5, 2005. He questioned whether the Public Art
Ordinance applied to their project, since they are the tenants and their
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PublicArtCommission,2005-09-28,4,"project was an improvement. He requested a credit for the amount
already paid for the Administrative Fee.
The Building Official and Deputy City Attorney reviewed the Ordinance
and the project, and found that the construction effort does trigger the
art fee imposed. The project was deemed a major improvement, which
included the construction of a new building. The term ""Tenant
Improvements"" is commonly used in leases and entails interior
improvements performed or installed by the tenant. The City's
response was sent to Mr. Craft on September 8, 2005.
D. Update on Bridgeside Shopping Center - (Oral Report)
Secretary Bailey explained that she has spoken with Bruce Qualls from
Regency Centers, contact person from Bridgeside. Doug Wiele is no
longer the contact person, and he did not make Mr. Qualls aware of the
Ordinance. A Public Art packet, including Guidelines and Ordinance,
was sent to Mr. Qualls.
On September 23, Secretary Bailey spoke with Barbara Price, CEO of
PK Consultants, who is representing Bridgeside Shopping Center. She
expressed her desire to submit an application for Public Art soon.
According to initial permit valuations, $40,000 will be required for Public
Art at the Nob Hill store ($10,000 administrative fee); $23,000 will be
required for Public Art at the Fueling Station ($5750.00 administration
fee).
CM Rosenberg asked if there were still plans to create an amphitheater.
Secretary Bailey stated that the issue had been brought up. CM
Rosenberg went on to express that the applicant be made aware that
not all nautical items should be considered public art.
VC Lee asked where all the imagery of the shipping industry came
from. She was under the impression that Alameda had been settled as
a residential community. CM Rosenberg stated that unique moments in
history should be incorporated into the projects.
E. Status of Annual Report, Next Steps - (Oral Report)
A2CM Johnson stated that an Annual Report is given to the City
Council when there is money in the Public Art In-Lieu Fund. If there is
no money, no report is needed. At this time, the fund has collected no
money.
F. City of Emeryville Artist List - (Oral Report)
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PublicArtCommission,2005-09-28,5,"Secretary Bailey explained that C Huston obtained the list from the City
of Emeryville. C Huston stated that it is a viable list, which is strong on
individuals and weak on organizations. CM Rosenberg stated that
organizations can be added as they are found. CM Wolfe stated that
art organizations are important, since they broadcast opportunities to
individuals.
Secretary Bailey explained that the program does not have the required
funds to keep all the artists for every project's mailing list. Call for
Artists can still be sent to large publications and art organizations, or the
list can be drastically reduced from over 1000 artists. C Huston now
states that the list could be edited to art organizations, art publications,
and Alameda/Oakland artists.
6.
New Business
A. Reappointment for Karen Lee and K.C. Rosenberg - (Oral Report)
Secretary Bailey stated that the Mayor reappointed VC Lee and CM
Rosenberg to another term. They were appointed at the City Council
meeting on Tuesday, September 20. They were previously appointed
to a two-year term in November 2003.
7.
Subcommittee Reports
-
Theater & Garage Project - CM's Cervantes and Rosenberg
CM's Cervantes and Rosenberg explained the process that went into
selecting the three finalists for the Civic Center Parking Structure Art
project. CM Rosenberg stated that it was a competitive process, with a
stylistically diverse pool of applicants. She was impressed that the artists
were interested in using the technology requested, and they knew to what
they were responding.
Secretary Bailey stated that six (6) applications were submitted. C Huston
stated that there should have been more applicants. She asked how much
advance notice was given to publications. Secretary Bailey stated that
notices went out a month in advance. C Huston stated that at least four (4)
weeks are needed to be published, and six (6) weeks to run in order to
generate more applications.
CM Cervantes asked when the Request for Proposals would be sent out.
Secretary Bailey stated that Development Services has been busy and the
RFP has yet to be sent out. The artists will have about a month and a half
to submit their conceptual design.
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PublicArtCommission,2005-09-28,6,"8.
Commissioner Communications
None.
9.
Upcoming Meeting Dates
Wednesday, October 26, 2005
Wednesday, November 23, 2005
Wednesday, December 28, 2005
CM Cervantes suggested that the November meeting be moved to
November 30. C Huston suggested canceling December date due to the
holidays.
""That November meeting date be changed from November 23 to
November 30, and that the December meeting be cancelled be
approved.'
M/S/C
Huston/Rosenberg
(approved)
Approved (5) - Huston, Lee, Cervantes, Rosenberg, Wolfe
10.
Adjournment:
The meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
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TransportationCommission,2005-09-28,1,"TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MINUTES
September 28, 2005
Chair Knox White called the Transportation Commission to order at 7:37 PM.
1.
ROLL CALL - Roll was called and the following recorded:
Members Present:
John Knox White
Robert MacFarland
Patianne Parker
Robb Ratto
Eric Schatmeier
Absent:
Jeff Knoth
Michael Krueger
Staff Present:
Barbara Hawkins, City Engineer
Barry Bergman - Program Specialist II, Public Works
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Parker moved approval of the minutes for the July 20
Transportation Commission meeting. Commissioner Ratto seconded the
motion. Motion carried by a unanimous vote - 5.
3.
AGENDA CHANGES
None.
4.
COMMISSION COMMUNICATIONS
Transportation Master Plan (TMP) Multimodal Circulation Plan Subcommittee - The
Subcommittee has been working on a revision of the City's street classification system
and met with the Task Force. A follow-up Task Force meeting is scheduled for October
12.
5.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS
None.
6.
OLD BUSINESS",TransportationCommission/2005-09-28.pdf
TransportationCommission,2005-09-28,2,"6A.
Transportation Master Plan (TMP) Priorities
Staff `Bergman presented the staff report. He noted that since the original timeline for the
TMP was approved, that circumstances had changed; as a result, staff is recommending a
revision to the planned order of some of the mode-specific plans of the TMP.
Specifically, the City had received a grant for the Pedestrian Plan, and recently the
Council has expressed an interest in several activities that would fit into the discussion
for the Transportation Systems Management/Transportation Demand Management
(TSM/TDM) Plan. Since the Multimodal Circulation Plan is well under way, and would
serve as the framework for the entire TMP, staff views this as the highest priority.
Commissioner Parker stated that is would be easier to keep track of the progress of the
TMP if staff could prepare a chart illustrating the TMP schedule.
Commissioner Parker also noted that the proposed ECO Pass program is specific to
employers and asked why it could not be expanded to a larger population across the City.
She also noted that there is a proposed pass program for the Alameda Point development.
Staff Bergman responded that AC Transit is in the process of developing a standardized
formula for calculating the costs of these types of programs. Currently they only have
three programs in place, all in Berkeley - for City of Berkeley employees, University of
California staff, and University of California students. Because of the different
characteristics of these populations, the costs for these programs need to be calculated
separately.
Public Comment Opened
Bill Smith recommended the use of benefit assessment districts to develop funding
sources for needed transportation improvements.
Lucy Gigli, President of BikeAlameda, stated that she was wary of further delaying the
bike plan update. She noted that it has been six years since the initial plan was
completed, and that there is a need for many changes to the current plan.
Jon Spangler expressed his concern about the feasibility of collecting all of the required
data for the pedestrian plan by the end of the school year. He reiterated Ms. Gigli's
concerns about the bike plan, and indicated that he would like to see it made a higher
priority.
Public Comment Closed
Chair Knox White recommended that once the bike plan update begins that a second
bicycle plan update workshop be held due to poor attendance from the public at the initial
meeting. He asked that the workshop be held at City Hall instead of City Hall West to
encourage improved attendance.",TransportationCommission/2005-09-28.pdf
TransportationCommission,2005-09-28,3,"Commissioner Parker moved to accept the staff recommendation. Commissioner Ratto
seconded the motion. Motion carried by a unanimous vote - 5.
7.
NEW BUSINESS
7A.
I-880 Access Issues
Chair Knox White noted that there are projects being undertaken in Oakland which could
have a significant impact on Alameda's access to the regional transportation system, and
he is concerned that there have not been sufficient opportunities for input in the early
stages of project development. Specifically, he mentioned the Broadway/Jackson
interchange project, and the Park Street Triangle project, both of which will impact on
connections between Alameda and I-880.
Chair Knox White stated that the process for providing input into a project can be
confusing, and that it would be helpful for elected officials and citizens to have a better
understanding of how it works. He distributed a handout suggesting the development of
a task force to discuss these issues. Specifically, Chair Knox White suggested that the TC
recommend a process whereby staff from the cities of Alameda and Oakland, elected
officials and the public would develop an agreement which would define what projects
would be of mutual concern as well as a process for soliciting input on these projects
early on. He suggested that this approach would be proactive and would enable ideas to
be circulated early in the process before design decisions are made.
Chair Knox White emphasized that the proposed task force would have a limited life
span, meeting perhaps three or four times, to develop this agreement.
Commissioner Parker asked what has already been done and what is being done to
coordinate efforts between the two jurisdictions.
Open Public Comment
Jon Spangler stated that Chair Knox White's handout does not address emergency
preparedness issues, and that consideration of these issues at a regional level is important.
He suggested that a task force be established for the long term, so that the cities of
Alameda and Oakland could continue to coordinate their efforts on projects that affect
both jurisdictions.
Bill Smith expressed his support for Mr. Spangler's comments regarding emergency
preparedness, and noted the importance of enhanced access to I-880 for Alameda.
Close Public Comment
Commissioner Schatmeier suggested that the Interagency Liaison Committee (ILC),
which the City of Alameda and AC Transit use as a way of addressing transit issues,
could serve as a model.",TransportationCommission/2005-09-28.pdf
TransportationCommission,2005-09-28,4,"Chair Knox White acknowledged that the staff of both cities does communicate, but his
concern is that the concerns of the public are not aired early enough in the process, and
that important decisions are made before the input is solicited
Commissioner Parker stated that she did not know enough about current coordination
efforts between Alameda and Oakland. She moved that this item be tabled until the next
meeting.
Staff Hawkins stated that there are a number of ways in which the two cities currently
work together. She noted that there is the ??? which meets quarterly, including staff
representation from Oakland, Alameda, Caltrans, the Coast Guard, and Alameda County.
She suggested that emergency response may be a good topic for this committee??? and
noted that the City is currently developing an emergency response program. She also
noted that several years ago, there were periodic meetings between the city managers and
assistant city managers from both cities. She asked what are the most appropriate levels
of government that should be getting together, since at the higher levels, the exchange is
more general
Staff Hawkins stated that the Park Street Triangle project was developed as part of the
estuary plan, which had a significant amount of public input. The current effort is
carrying forward a capital project that was identified in that plan.
Staff Hawkins also noted that sometimes early input can be difficult for the public,
because they are not familiar with the issues, and it is helpful to have some analysis done
to give the something to respond to.
She noted that the ILC is somewhat different than dealing with Alameda/Oakland issues,
since AC Transit is a transit agency that operates in Alameda.
Commissioner Ratto moved to accept Chair Knox White's recommendation. No one
seconded the motion.
Chair Knox White tabled the discussion of the proposed task force to address input into
selected Oakland projects until the October meeting.
8.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
The TC had requested updates regarding the status of the Commission's
recommendations on three projects.
Broadway-Jackson: Staff Hawkins stated that the TC's recommendations on the
Broadway-Jackson interchange project will be forwarded to the City Council along with
comments from other stakeholder groups. She noted that additional presentations on the
project will be made to the League of Women Voters and the Alameda Chamber of
Commerce, and that others may be interested in presentations as well. She indicated that",TransportationCommission/2005-09-28.pdf
TransportationCommission,2005-09-28,5,"the recommendations should be presented to the Council in November or December, and
that December is also the scheduled date for the final stakeholders' meeting.
Alameda Point Transportation Study: Staff Hawkins stated that the Alameda Point
Transportation Study would be presented to the Alameda Reuse and Redevelopment
Authority (ARRA) on October 5, but presentations are not scheduled for any City boards
and commissions. She indicated that the intent is to clarify issues for the developer and
that ARRA will hopefully accept, not approve, the study.
Theater/parking garage: Staff Hawkins stated that a use permit hearing is scheduled for
September 29. She noted that issues to be discussed include the conversion of angled
parking to parallel parking on Central Avenue between Oak Street and Walnut Street and
installation of a bike lane along this block once the main library building has been
completed. To address the needs of bicyclists on Oak Street, the proposal is to add shared
lane markings (or ""sharrows"") and signs. She stated that there will be discussions with
the Alameda Unified School District (AUSD) to address their parking needs in the area.
Staff Hawkins also noted that the environmental document for the project has gone
forward.
Chair Knox White said that the TC recommended the installation of sharrows from
Encinal Avenue to Lincoln Avenue, not just to Central Avenue. Staff Hawkins responded
that this would be addressed in the implementation process.
Chair Knox White suggested that when the Commission makes recommendations to the
City Council, that it might be easier for the Council to review the recommendations if
they were presented in a different format. Currently the Council receives a copy of the
TC minutes. Chair Knox White suggested preparing and sending to the Council a brief
summary of the main recommendations in addition to the minutes. Commissioner
Parker supported this recommendation.
9.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 8:45 PM.",TransportationCommission/2005-09-28.pdf