HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-10-18 PAC Meeting Agenda packetPUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
MEETING AGENDA
Gary Armstrong, Chair Barrett Newkirk, Vice Chair Shawnda Thomas Faveau
Christopher Ramirez Melissa Shelton Tom Burns
Carlos Silveira
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A. CALL TO ORDER :
B. ROLL CALL:
C. PRESENTATIONS :
D. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS: This time has been set aside for members of the public to
address the Public Arts Commission on items of general interest within the subject
matter jurisdiction of the Commission, and agenda items if the member of the
public cannot be present later in the meeting at the time the item is heard by the
Commission. Additionally, members of the public may address the Commission on
each item listed on the posted agenda at the time each item is heard. Although the
Public Arts Commission values your comments, pursuant to the Brown Act, it
Wednesday
October 18, 2023
5:30 PM
Palm Springs City Hall
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Large Conference Room
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generally cannot take any action on items not listed on the posted agenda. Three
(3) minutes are assigned for each speaker.
F. REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR:
G. REMARKS FROM THE VICE CHAIR :
H. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Approval of the minutes from the meetings of
January 18, 2023, February 15, 2023, March 15, 2023, April 19, 2023, May 3,
2023, and June 14, 2023.
I. PUBLIC HEARING
1. Consider Resolution No. 23-001 MUR “A RESOLUTION OF THE PUBLIC
ARTS COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING AN ART MURAL APPLICATION FOR “WHIMSICAL MID -
CENTURY PALM SPRINGS” FROM CANYON FUND LLC BY FLAT
BLACK ART SUPPLY LOCATED ON THE EAST (PARKING LOT FACING)
ELEVATION OF THE PERIMETER WALL AT 310-320 NORTH PALM
CANYON DRIVE (CASE 23-001 MUR),” REVIEW OF REVISIONS OF
ARTWORK .
J. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/APPROVAL :
1. Discuss inventory of art
2. Acceptance of gift, the Red Dragon sculpture, f rom the Old Las Palms
Neighborhood Association
3. Park Art Grant program discussion , options for artworks that create shade
4. New utility equipment impact on Utility Box Project
K. PROJECT UPDATES:
1. Airport Mural/Art Relocation
2. Pillars of Palm Springs
3. Asphalt Art
L. REPORT FROM DIRECTOR/STAFF:
ADJOURNMENT: The Public Arts Commission will adjourn to a meeting on
November 15, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room of Palm Springs
City Hall located at 3200 E. Tahqutiz Canyon Way.
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, JAY VIRATA, Community & Economic Development Director for the City of Palm Springs, California,
certify this Agenda was posted at or before 5:00 p.m. on October 12, 2023, as required by established policies and
procedures.
/s/ Jay Virata
___________________
Jay Virata, Director
Community & Economic
Development
Department
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PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
January 18, 2023
Palm Springs City Hall
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Large Conference Room
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting was conducted by teleconference and in-
person .
A. CALL TO ORDER:
A regular meeting of the Palm Springs Public Arts Commission was called to order by
Chair Pritchard on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 5:30 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners Shawnda Favreau, Matthew Lesniak, Barrett Newkirk, Vice-
chair Armstrong, Chair Pritchard.
City Staff: Jay Virata
C. PRESENTATIONS :
1. Illuminate Project by Steven Biller and Lance Fung
Steven Biller and Lance Fung, organizers, presented an outline for this large scale,
local, walkable art event that will get national and international attention, engage
viewers, and stimulate visitors to Downtown Palm Springs; the installation and
events would run 2-3 months. Th e project has support from local institutions and
businesses. It includes museum-quality art, free access, site-specific installations,
and collateral events. Plans are for multi-year events that can scale up with an
increased budget. Videos of these installations are available. 25% to 50% of the
work would be commissioned by the organizers, and they would negotiate with the
artists for fees, duration of the installation, and possible acquisition at a reduced
cost.
The organizers have the institutional partnerships, marketing, and content, and
now need the endorsement and support of the city. Funding provided by the city
would primarily support production . Question s regarding the allocation of funding
to specific artists/artwork, integration with existing work/projects in the area; timing
with other fall events. Commission ers will calendar this as a budget item for
discussion in February or March.
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D. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
Chair Pritchard would like to amend Item #H6 to include the approval of phase one
of the Red Dragon installation by Delos van Earl.
Items #H5 and H6 will be moved up to Items #H2 and #H3.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LESNIAK, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER
NEWKIRK, CARRIED 5-0 TO ACCEPT THE AGENDA AS AMENDED
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
There were no public comments.
F. REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR :
Chair Pritchard announced that the RFP to move the Clement sculptures has been
completed and the city is drafting the contract. The Asphalt Art Funds were
approved by the City Council last week and they have the extension of Tysen
Knight for repairs of artworks through June 30th . Request that Commissioners
identify, for discussion at the February meeting, locations for the Lawn Chair
artwork, which is in storage and for the Intersecting Cubes artwork; Chair Prtichard
to obtain quotes for relocation costs.
G. REMARKS FROM THE VICE CHAIR: None.
H. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/APPROVAL :
1. Discuss and approve purchase of an art installation titled “Crawler” in the amount
of $126,500 from artist Ryan Campbell, to be installed on the west end of Museum
Way at the intersection of Museum Drive. (Chair Pritchard)
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD , SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR ARMSTRONG,
CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF ART INSTALLATION
“CRAWLER” BY RYAN CAMPBELL IN THE AMOUNT OF $126,500 FOR
INSTALLATION ON MUSEUM WAY .
2. Discuss and approve a community grant in the amount of $5,000 for World Art
Night at Demuth Park, and an additional $1.500 for prep work with Tysen Knight.
(Commissioner Newkirk).
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD , SECONDED BY VICE CHAIR ARMSTONG
TO APPROVE THE A $5,000 COMMUNITY GRANT FOR WORLD ART NIGHT
and $1,500 FOR PREPARATION WORK, AT DEMUTH PARK. CARRIED 5-0 TO
APPROVE.
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3. Discuss and approve a community grant in the amount of $5,000 for Old Las
Palmas Neighborhood Art Grant and approve phase one installation of Red
Dragon by Delos van Earl. (Commissioner Newkirk).
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER NEWKIRK, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
LESNIAK TO APPROVE THE A $5,000 COMMUNITY GRANT FOR OLD LAS
PALMAS NEIGHBORHOOD ART GRANT AND THE PHASE ONE
INSTALLATION OF RED DRAGON BY DELOS VAN EARL.
4. D iscuss and approve a budget of $3,333 for the creation of visual art and artist
fees for an event at the Palm Springs Modern Art Museum to celebrate Black
History Month in collaboration with the Black History Committee and the Museum.
(Commissioner Faveau).
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER FAVEAU, SECOND BY VICE CHAIR
ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE A BUDGET OF $3,333 FOR THE
CREATION OF VISUAL ART AND ARTIST FEES FOR AN ART EVENT AT THE
PALM SPRINGS MODERN ART MUSEUM FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH .
5. D iscuss and approve a budget of $300,000 ($50,000 per pad) for the art project
“Pillars of Palm Springs” on the East Tahquitz Canyon Way art pads. (Vice Chair
Armstrong)
MOTION BY VICE CHAIR ARMSTONG, SECOND BY CHAIR PRITCHARD ,
CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE A BUDGET OF $300,000 FOR THE ART PROJECT
“PILLARS OF PALM SPRINGS” ON EAST TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY.
6. D iscuss and approve a budget of $10,000 for a mural on the domestic terminal
passageway at the Palm Springs Airport/ (Vice Chair Armstrong).
MOTION BY VICE CHAIR ARMSTRONG, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER
LESNIAK , CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE A BUDGET OF $10,000 FOR A MURAL
ON THE PASSAGEWAY AT PALM SPRINGS AIRPORT.
.
7. Approve issuance of a request for proposals to solicit on -call art appraisal services,
with an estimated contract amount of $25,000, for a 3-year term with two 1-year
options to renew. (Staff)
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD , SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR ARMSTRONG,
CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR ON -CALL
ART APPRAISAL SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,000 FOR A PERIOD OF
3 YEARS WITH TWO 1-YEAR RENEWALOPTIONS
8. Approve issuance of a request for proposals to solicit on -call minor art repair and
maintenance services for an estimated contract amount of $25,000, for a 3-year
term with two 1-year options to renew. (Chair Pritchard)
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MOTION BY COMMISSIONER PRITCHARD , SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR
ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FOR ON -CALL MINOR ART REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES IN THE
AMOUNT OF $25,000 FOR A PERIOD OF 3 YEARS WITH TWO 1-YEAR
RENEWALOPTIONS.
I. PROJECT UPDATES:
1. James O. Jessie Basketball Court Art (Faveau)
Commissioner Faveau will confer with Vice Chair Armstrong on the logistics of
this project, as Parks and Recreation mentioned a need to refinish the court
before artists can paint on it.
2. Proposed Bird Bath Art Project (Faveau)
Commissioner Faveau proposed a Big Bird Bath (fountain) project at the
basketball courts with an automatic shut off. Parks and Recreation needs to be
engaged for site identification, feasibility of the access to water. Question if
project should be funded by Parks and Recreation since the fountain would not
be an artwork.
3. General commissioner reports or comments
Chair Pritchard would like to do a full budget report in the February meeting. Jay
Virata to circulate executed copy of the Richard Wyatt contract.
J. REPORT FROM DIRECTOR/STAFF: None.
ADJOURNMENT: The Public Arts Commission will adjourn to a regular meeting on
February 15, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room of Palm Springs City
Hall located at 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way.
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD, SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR ARMSTRONG,
CARRIED 5-0 TO ADJOURN AT 7:19 PM TO A REGULAR MEETING ON
FEBRUARY 15, 2023, AT 5:30 PM IN THE LARGE CONFERENCE ROOM OF
CITY HALL LOCATED AT 3200 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Jay Virata
______________________________
Jay Virata, Director
Community & Economic Development Department
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
February 15, 2023
Palm Springs City Hall
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Large Conference Room
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting was conducted by teleconference and in-
person .
A. CALL TO ORDER:
A regular meeting of the Palm Springs Public Arts Commission was called to order by
Chair Pritchard on Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at 5:30 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners Shawnda Favreau, Matthew Lesniak, Barret Newkirk, Vice-chair
Armstrong, Chair Pritchard.
City Staff: Jay Virata
C. PRESENTATIONS :
1. DesertX Installation Site Presentation
Mara Gladstone of Desert X provided a presentation on the planned exhibition by
Lauren Bon and Metabolic Studio called Metabolism which incorporates art,
science, and technology, to be devices of wonder and to suggest solutions for
environmental issues. DesertX will take place March 4 – May 7, 2023. This item
was heard after Item G (Remarks from the Vice-Chair).
D. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER LESNIAK, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER
NEWKIRK, CARRIED 5-0 TO ACCEPT THE AGENDA
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
There were no public comments
F. REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR :
Budget U pdate / Report tabled until March meeting.
G. REMARKS FROM THE VICE CHAIR:
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Request of fellow commissioner to document and collect event and project
information and be aware of relevant ordinances applicable to use of Public Arts
Fund.
H. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/APPROVAL :
1. Consider request from Desert Peak Energy and Wintec Energy, LTD, for
reimbursement of Public Art Funds in the amount of $375,000 for a public art
project located at 62950 20th Avenue, Palm Springs.
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD , SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR ARMSTRONG,
CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE DENIAL OF THE REQUEST FROM DESERT PEAK
ENERGY AND WINTEC ENERGY, LTD, FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF PUBLIC
ART FUNDS INT EH AMOUNT OF $375,000 FOR A PUBLIC ART PROJECT
LOCATED AT 62950 20TH AVENUE, PALM SPRINGS.
2. D iscuss and approve a budget of $6,642 to support DesertX with permit fees
($1,642) and the art installation ($5,000) in a vacant hotel located at 2249 N orth
Palm C anyon at Racquet Club.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER NEWKIRK, SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR
ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE A BUDGET OF $6,642 TO
SUPPORT DESERTX WITH PERMIT FEES AND THE ART INSTALLATION IN A
VACANT HOTEL LOCATED AT 2249 NORTH PALM CANYON AT RACQUET
CLUB.
3. D iscuss and approve a budget of $25,000 to support "Illuminate Palm Springs" a
Palm Springs life event curated by Lance Fung for Fall 2023.
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD, SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR ARMSTRONG,
CARRIED 5-0 TO APPORVE A BUDGET OF $25,000 TO SUPPORT
“ILLUMINATE PALM SPRINGS” A PALM SPRINGS LIFE EVENT CURATED BY
LANCE FUNG FOR FALL 2023.
4. D iscuss and approve re-installation of Lawn Chair art piece at the mid-block of
Museum Way between PS Art Museum and Marilyn Monroe Statue for $2,900
without a concrete pad, or for $13,500 on an 8’ x 16’ x 18” high concrete pad.
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD, SECOND BY COMMISSIONER NEWKIRK,
CARRIED 3-2 TO RE-INSTALLATION OF LAWN CHAIR ART PIECE AT THE
MID -BLOCK OF MUSEUM WAY BETWEEN PS ART MUSEUM AND MARILYN
MONROE FOR A COST OF $2,900 FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR.
5. D iscuss and approve a budget of $8,500 to move "Intersecting Cubes” from
Tamarisk and North Palm Canyon to the west side of South Palm Canyon between
Baristo Road and Ramon Road.
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THIS ITEM WAS TABLED UNTIL MARCH .
6. D iscuss and approve the "gift" of art piece "Pinwheel " by artist Larry Lubow from
Ann Sheffer, valued at $20,000 with i nstallation site to be determined after
approval.
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD, SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR ARMSTRONG,
CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE GIFT OF ART PIECE “PINWHEEL”BY ARTIST
LARRY LUBOW FROM ANN SHEFFER, VALUED AT $20,000 WITH
INSTALLATION SITE TO BE DETERMINED AFTER APPROVAL.
7. Discuss and approve a budget of $1,000 for art materials and outreach supplies
for the OnePS Picnic on March 25th , 2023.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER NEWKIRK, SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR
ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 5-0 TO APPROVE A BUDGET OF $1,000 FOR
PRINTING, OUTREACH SUPPLIES, AND AWNING FOR THE ONEPS PICNICK
ON MARCH 25, 2023.
I. PROJECT UPDATES:
1. General commissioner reports or comments.
Vice-chair Armstrong provided updates on liaison activities with the Parks and
Recreation Commission, Airport Commission, and Human Rights Commission,
noting Banned Booty was installed in the Airport. Vice-chair reiterated
commissioners be present and document Public Art related events.
Commissioner Newkirk reported he met with another neighborhood organization
for a potential grant.
Commissioner Faveau reported on the next level of electric box art that is taking
place. She also reported Richard Wyatt is ill but working with other artists on
options to continue the James O Jesse mural project and will work with staff and
City Attorney on whether a modification to the agreement will be necessary.
Commissioner Lesniak reported that the price of Crawler was estimated to be
$65,000 in October 2022 when first presented, but the price had increased to
$126,000.
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J. REPORT FROM DIRECTOR/STAFF:
None.
ADJOURNMENT: The Public Arts Commission will adjourn to a March 15, 2023, at
5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room of Palm Springs City Hall located at 3200 E.
Tahquitz Canyon Way.
MOTION BY CHAIR PRITCHARD, SECOND BY VICE-CHAIR ARMSTRONG,
CARRIED 5-0 TO ADJOURN AT 6:45 PM TO A REGULAR MEETING ON
MARCH 15, 2023, AT 5:30 PM IN THE LARGE CONFERENCE ROOM OF CITY
HALL LOCATED AT 3200 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Jay Virata
______________________________
Jay Virata, Director
Community & Economic Development Department
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
March 15, 2023
Palm Springs City Hall
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Large Conference Room
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting was conducted by teleconference and in-
person .
A. CALL TO ORDER:
A regular meeting of the Palm Springs Public Arts Commission was called to order by
Chair Pritchard on Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at 5:30 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL:
Present: Chair Russell Pritchard, Vice Chair Gary Armstrong, Commissioner Barrett
Newkirk, and Commissioner Shawnda Faveau
Not present: Commissioner Matthew Lesniak, who has resigned his position.
City Staff: Jay Virata
C. PRESENATIONS:
1. DesertX Billboard Project / Tyre Nichols Photography (Jenny Gil/Mara Gladstone):
No presentation.
D. ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
C hair Pritchard moved Items #F and #G to after Item #H and Items #H2 and #H3
will be tabled.
MOTION BY COMMISSIONER NEWKIRK TO ACCEPT THE AGENDA AS
AMENDED , SECOND ED BY VICE CHAIR ARMSTONG, CARRIED 4-0 TO
ACCEPT THE AMENDED AGENDA
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
R ichard Noble made history in 2011-2012 when he walked the rainbow flag across
America, which was recognized and commended by the Obama Administration. He
has interviewed all the businesses on Areas about having rainbow sidewalks, but in
looking at similar work across the country, saw a need to have an artist’s room to
capture it properly. Suggested Rainbow sidewalk on Arenas is estimated at $15,000.
Discussed Frances Stevens Park as a proposed “social issues” park. Discussed
images and flags to be used during the March for Equality. He would like to further
discuss this event, placement, and involvement, with Frances Stevens Park as a
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suggested location. Possible art projects celebrating the role of the LGBTQ community
and its allies in achieving equality discussed.
Joy Silver introduced herself as an observer at the meeting.
H. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/APPROVAL :
1. Discuss and approve a budget of $25,000 to sponsor the DesertX / Tyre Nichols
Billboard Photo project on the Gene Autry billboards, A portion of the funds would
go to the Tyre Nichols family. (Chair Pritchard)
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY CHAIR PRTICHARD , SECOND ED BY VICE
C HAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 4-0 TO APPROVE BUDGET TO SPONSSOR
THE DESERTX / TYRE NICHOLS BILLBOARD PHOTO PROJECT ON THE
GENE AUTRY BILLBOARDS.
F. REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR:
1. Budget Update / Report, by Chair Pritchard and Jay Virata
G. REMARKS FROM THE VICE CHAIR:
Vice Chair Armstrong expressed his displeasure with the last City Council meeting
and the lack comprehensive and quality information provided by city staff prior to the
Commission’s vote on the Wintec project.
I. PROJECT UPDATES:
a. Utility Box Artwork update, by Commissioner Faveau
Commissioner Faveau has approximately $10,000 remaining and several
boxes to be painted around the city.
b. Juneteenth Project, by Commissioner Faveau
Information provided thus far is preliminary and more information should
be available for the April meeting.
c. Advocacy Tablets, by Commissioner Newkirk
Renderings of proposed tablets at Frances Stevens Park were shared.
The goal is to create a space designated for social justice-related art.
This project is in the early planning stages, with little detail. Three types
of messaging: Evergreen, climate change; marriage equality, pro-choice;
and, calendar events, e.g., Black History Month, there would also be a
component for immediate issues, e.g., antisemitism, trans violence.
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d. OnePS Picnic, by Commissioners Newkirk
Commissioner Newkirk requested additional help for the World Art Day,
Art at the Park evening event.
e. Commissioner Armstrong discussed the upcoming commissioned art
piece related to PS Pride, which will be funded by public donations, not
the City. The Art Commission has been asked to send out the RFP and
to judge the finalists. Anticipated launch is PS Pride 2025.
J. REPORT FROM DIRECTOR/STAFF: None.
ADJOURNMENT: The Public Arts Commission adjourn ed to a regular meeting on April
12, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room of Palm Springs City Hall located
at 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way.
MOTION MADE BY COMMISSIONER NEWKIRK AND SECONDED BY VICE
CHAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 4-0 TO ADJOURN at 6:51 PM TO A REGULAR
MEETING ON APRIL 12, 2023, AT 5:30 PM IN THE LARGE CONFERENCE
ROOM OF CITY HALL LOCATED AT 3200 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Jay Virata
______________________________
Jay Virata, Director
Community & Economic Development Department
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
April 19, 2023
Palm Springs City Hall
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Large Conference Room
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting was conducted by teleconference and in-
person .
A. CALL TO ORDER:
A regular meeting of the Palm Springs Public Arts Commission was called to order by
Chair Pritchard on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, at 5:30 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL:
Present: C hair Russell Pritchard, Vice Chair Gary Armstrong, Commissioner Shawnda
Faveau
Not present: Commissioner Barrett Newkirk
City Staff: Jay Virata
C. PRESENATIONS: None.
D. ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
C hair Pritchard has one amendment: Item #H5 will be deleted.
Vice Chair Armstrong amends Item #H3: should be Commissioner Faveau, not
Vice Chair Armstrong.
MOTION BY VICE CHAIR ARMSTRONG TO ACCEPT THE AMENDED
AGENDA , SECOND ED BY CHAIR PRITCHARD , CARRIED 3-0 TO ACCEPT THE
AMENDED AGENDA
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Richard Noble, a LQBTQ+ activist, discussed a student project that was filmed at
Francis Stevens Park. A picture of 350 trans flags installed at the park for the rally
was sent to the Commission. Also forwarded was a letter he received from Karen
Baroni and her husband discussing their religion, costs, and other issues. Richard
Noble requests an addition to the agenda for the regular May meeting for a
presentation by his group that will show how the project was initiated, designed, and
possible tie in with planned tablet project at the park.
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F. REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR:
C hair Pritchard congratulated the Commission for the successful collecting all the
Clement sculptures to Demuth Park. Looking forward to the pillars project, the
projects at Francis Stevens Park, and prospective temporary art installations at two
other properties.
G. REMARKS FROM THE VICE CHAIR:
Vice Chair Armstrong stated that the John Clement pieces were very successful and
have elicited positive feedback from the community. The collaboration of the
committee members was helpful. The commission has received a number of event
opportunities and community grants can be used as seed money for these events;
the commission should be mindful not to become an event company, which would
violate the purpose of this commission, which is to create art.
H. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/APPROVAL :
1. Discuss and approve a budget of $9,000 for the purchase of the Altanviro and
Loper Sculptures by Christopher Myers ($1,500 each) currently located on the East
Tahquitz Canyon median art pads (Chair Pritchard)
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY VICE CHAIR ARMSTRONG, SECONDED BY
C HAIR PRITCHARD, CARRIED 3-0 TO APPROVE BUDGET FOR THE
PURCHASE OF THE ALTANVIRO AND LOPER SCULPTURES.
2. Discuss and approve a budget of $43,500 for a one-year installation, from July 1,
2023, to June 30th , 2024, of the artwork “The only other thin g is Nothing” by
MIDABI, aka Michael Bernberg to be installed at the Downtown Park, “Art Park”
section, located at the southeast corner of Museum Drive and Museum Way.
(Chair Pritchard)
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY C HAIR PRITCHARD , SECOND ED BY VICE
C HAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 3-0 TO APPROVE THE BUDGET FOR THE
ARTWORK INSTALLATION BY MIDABI.
3. Amended item, to discuss and approve a $5,000 neighborhood grant to the Black
History Committee for Juneteenth celebrations, June 17th , 2023 (Commissioner
Faveau )
MOTION IS APPROVE $5,000 NEIGHBORHOOD GRANT, FOR THE BLACK
HISTORY COMMITTEE FOR JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS, BY
COMMISSIONER FAVEAU, SECONDED BY VICE CHAIR ARMSTRONG,
CARRIED 3-0 TO APPROVE THE BUDGET FOR THE JUNETEENTH
CELEBRATIONS.
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4. Discuss and approve a budget of $650 for a new plaque for WOW installation, now
relocated to North Palm Canyon (Chair Pritchard)
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY C HAIR PRITCHARD , SECOND ED BY VICE
CHAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 3-0 TO APPROVE THE $650 BUDGET FOR
THE NEW PLAQUE FOR THE WOW INSTALLATION
I. PROJECT UPDATES:
1. Utility Box Artwork update, by Commissioner Faveau
Commissioner Faveau provided an update on artwork and locations; one
box has been completed. Artists will suspend work in May and resume work
in the fall when the weather is cooler. Approximately $10,000 in funds
remaining. Commissioner Faveau to create an updated list of boxes
approved by the City Council, artists, and available funds.
2. Vice Chair Armstrong met with developer Michael Braun and discussed the
vision for public art, and the availability of space for murals on the
construction fencing being installed. Developer Braun would like to be
introduced to artists for possible private commissions of outdoor art
installations on his development. Vice Chair Armstrong will mention possible
upgrades to the Ryan Campbell piece in the Grit Art Pit.
J. REPORT FROM DIRECTOR/STAFF: No comments.
ADJOURNMENT: The Public Arts Commission adjourn ed to a special meeting on May
3, 2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room of Palm Springs City Hall located
at 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way.
MOTION MADE BY CHAIR PRITCHARD AND SECONDED BY VICE CHAIR
ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 3-0 TO ADJOURN at 6:24 PM TO A SPECIAL
MEETING ON MAY 3, 2023, AT 5:30 PM IN THE LARGE CONFERENCE ROOM
OF CITY HALL LOCATED AT 3200 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Jay Virata
______________________________
Jay Virata, Director
Community & Economic Development Department
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
May 3, 2023
Palm Springs City Hall
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Large Conference Room
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting was conducted by teleconference and in-
person .
A. CALL TO ORDER:
A special meeting of the Palm Springs Public Arts Commission was called to order by
Chair Pritchard on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at 5:30 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL:
Present: C hair Russell Pritchard, Vice Chair Gary Armstrong, Barrett Newkirk
Not present: Shawnda Faveau
City Staff: Jay Virata
C. PRESENATIONS: None.
D. ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGENDA:
C hair Pritchard would like to make an amendment to Item #H3: discuss and
approve a budget of $3,000 for the artwork “Pinwheel,” $2,500 for the installation
and $500 for the signage.
MOTION BY VICE CHAIR ARMSTRONG TO ACCEPT THE AMENDED
AGENDA , SECOND ED BY COMMISSIONER NEWKIRK, CARRIED 3-0 TO
ACCEPT THE AMENDED AGENDA
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
F. REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR:
C hair Pritchard stated that the purpose of this special meeting was to discuss Item
#H4, the “Pillars” project, and the application process. A few items were added to get
them into the pipeline for approval by the Commission.
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G. REMARKS FROM THE VICE CHAIR:
Vice Chair Armstrong stated that the written plan for downtown is a response to
questions from City Council members who are supportive, but would like more
information about the concepts, context, and framing behind strategies.
H. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/APPROVAL :
1. Discuss and approve a budget of $9,775 for installation of a concrete pad and
plaque for the temporary installation of the artwork Lawn Chair on Block G of the
Downtown Development for up to two years (Chair Pritchard)
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY COMMISIONER NEWKIRK, SECONDED BY
VICE CHAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 3-0 TO APPROVE BUDGET FOR THE
INSTALLATION AND PLAQUE .
2. Discuss and approve placement of the artwork “Popsicles” by John Cerny on Block
G of the Downtown Development and an allocation of $500 for the artwork plaque.
(Chair Pritchard)
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY COMMISIONER BARRETT, SECONDED BY
C HAIR PRITCHARD , CARRIED 3-0 TO APPROVE THE PLACEMENT OF THE
ARTWORK AND THE BUDGET FOR THE PLAQUE.
3. Discuss and approve location for the artwork “Pinwheel” by artist Larry Lubow on
Block G of the Downtown Project (acceptance of donation pending City Council
approval) and a budget of $3,000.00 for the artwork: $2,500.00 for the installation
and $500 for the signage. (Vice Chair Armstrong)
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY COMMISIONER BARRETT, SECONDED BY
VICE CHAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 3-0 TO APPROVE THE LOCATION AND
BUDGET FOR THE ARTWORK “PINWHEEL.”.
4. Discussion of “Pillars” project application, requirements, guidelines, scheduling
and call for artists. (Vice Chair Armstrong). A timeline has been drafted, with a
goal of completion and installation by World Art Day on April 15, 2023.
I. PROJECT UPDATES:
Vice Chair Armstrong attended a Las Palmas event for a sculpture obtained with a
neighborhood community grant and discussed possible future artwork with local
beautification committee members, noting that not everything is initiated from the
Public Arts Commission ; although some public funding may be available, there are
strict guidelines for use of Public Arts funds.
J. REPORT FROM DIRECTOR/STAFF: None.
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ADJOURNMENT: The Public Arts Commission adjourn ed to a meeting on May 17,
2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room of Palm Springs City Hall located at
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way.
MOTION MADE BY CHAIR PRITCHARD AND SECONDED BY VICE CHAIR
ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 3-0 TO ADJOURN at 6:11 PM TO A REGULAR
MEETING ON MAY 17, 2023, AT 5:30 PM IN THE LARGE CONFERENCE ROOM
OF CITY HALL LOCATED AT 3200 E. TAHQUITZ CANYON WAY.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Jay Virata
______________________________
Jay Virata, Director
Community & Economic Development Department
PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
June 14, 2023
Palm Springs City Hall
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way
Large Conference Room
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 361, this meeting was conducted by teleconference and in-
person .
A. CALL TO ORDER:
A special meeting of the Palm Springs Public Arts Commission was called to order by
Commissioner Pritchard on Wednesday, Ju ne 14, 2023, at 5:30 p.m.
B. ROLL CALL:
Present: Commissioners Russell Pritchard, Gary Armstrong, Barrett Newkirk, Chris
Ramirez
Not present: Shawnda Faveau
City Staff: Jay Virata
C. WELCOME NEW AND REAPPOINTED COMMISSIONERS – Commissioner
Prichard
Welcome to new Commissioner Ramirez, who will be authorized to vote on matters after
he is sworn i n . Congratulations to Commissioner Faveau on her reappointment to the
Commission.
D. ELECTIONS OF THE PUBLIC ARTS COMMISSION CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR FOR
2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR:
1. Nominations and (2.) Elections of a Chair and Vice Chair
Commissioner Pritchard nominates Commissioner Armstrong for Chair,
seconded by Commissioner Newkirk. Carried 3-0 to approve Gary Armstrong
as Chair.
Chair Armstrong nominates Commissioner Newkirk for Vice Chair, seconded
by Commissioner Pritchard. Carried 3-0 to approve Barrett Newkirk as Vice
Chair
E. PRESEN TATIONS: None.
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F. ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA:
MOTION BY CHAIR ARMSTRONG TO ACCEPT THE AGENDA , SECOND ED BY
COMMISSIONER PRITCHARD , CARRIED 3-0 TO ACCEPT THE AGENDA
G. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Lex Ortega, resident, and part of the leadership team of the LGBTQ Community
Center of the Desert, speaking to Item #J1, the removal of art on utility boxes. The
box at 1305 N. Palm Canyon Dr is part of the LGBTQ Community Center of the
Desert, who selected the artist. Their organization is pleased with the community
member’s work and are disappointed with the request to remove it. Request that
comments are taken into consideration as they vote on this item.
Chair Armstrong stated that the action is being considered because the wrong box
was painted and it’s a box not owned by the City.
Jamie O’Neil, artist that painted box at 1305 N. Palm Canyon Dr., received site
information from City staff. Chair Armstrong noted that he was not part of that
conversation, but received a request from SCE, so the artwork must be removed.
The check for payment of the artwork is being processed.
H. REMARKS FROM THE CHAIR :
Chair Armstrong stated that the last six weeks have been busy as projects they’ve
been working on for the last 1 ½ years are coming to fruition. The application portal
for the pillars is now live and Commissioners are encouraged to solicit applications
from their art network. The goal is to get a large and diverse group of applicants.
Next steps will be addressed at the next meeting.
I. REMARKS FROM THE VICE CHAIR:
Vice Chair Newkirk thanked departing Commissioner Pritchard for his service.
J. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION/APPROVAL :
1. Discuss and approve a budget amendment of $5,000 to increase contract with
Tysen Knight to remove paint from unauthorized utility boxes at 1305 North Palm
Canyon and to do maintenance on other boxes.
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY COMMISIONER PRITCHARD , SECONDED
BY C HAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 4-0 TO APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT.
[Commissioner Ramirez was sworn in at approximately 5:45 PM].
2. Discuss and approve end of utility box project and require all in -process projects
to be complete by June 30, 2023.
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MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY COMMISIONER RAMIREZ, SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER PRITCHARD , CARRIED 4-0 TO APPROVE THE END OF THE
UTILITY BOX PROGRAM.
3. Discuss and approve budget of $2,690 to repaint to Nines and Elevens to artist
specifications
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY COMMISIONER PRITCHARD, SECONDED
BY VICE CHAIR NEWKIRK, CARRIED 3-0 TO APPROVE, WITH
COMMISSIONER RAMIREZ ABSTAINING, A BUDGET OF $2,690 TO REPAINT
NINES AND ELEVENS TO ARTIST SPECIFICATIONS.
4. Discuss and approve a budget of $25,000 for on -call engineer services to prepare
public art installation plans
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY COMMISIONER PRITCHARD, SECONDED
BY CHAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 4-0 TO APPROVE A BUDGET OF $25,000
FOR ON -CALL ENGINEER SERVICES FOR THE PREPARATION OF PUBLIC
ART INSTALLATION PLANS.
5. Discuss and approve a budget of $500 for a plaque for Popsicles installation in
engraved brushed steel from Best Signs to conform to correct language and new
site.
MOTION TO APPROVE MADE BY COMMISIONER RAMIREZ, SECONDED BY
CHAIR ARMSTRONG, CARRIED 4-0 TO APPROVE A BUDGET OF $500 FOR
THE PLAQUE FOR THE POPSICLES INSTALLATION
K. PROJECT UPDATES – Chair Armstrong:
1. Airport Mural
Palm Springs Welcomes You mural was approved by the City Council.
Commission members need to select an artist and present it with a sketch to the
full commission, before it goes to Airport staff, Airport Commission, and the C ity
Council for approval. A general placement plan was reviewed with Adam Lerner
(Palm Springs Art Museum) to address the current artworks and ongoing airport
expansion work. Jay Virata to send dimensions of the work to Commissioner
Ramirez.
2. Frances Stevens Park Tablets / Gallery Project
Initially, eight tablets were presented at the last Commission meeting, and they
would be rotated on a monthly or bi -monthly basis. Feedback was informally
solicited from one Council member, and it was suggested that the focus should
be to bring art to each of the individual parks. The specific needs of different
parks, e.g., lack of shade, construction, should be considered in making
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selections for each site. Updates regarding the Art Park, the Ryan Campbell
installation and the removal of the car installation discussed.
L. REPORT FROM DIRECTOR/STAFF: JAY VIRATA
1. Confirmation with the Commissioners of the cancellation of the regularly scheduled
meeting on June 21, 2023.
2. Commissioner mentioned that two council members asked if it was possible to
change the timing of these Commission meetings because they conflict with the
Airport Commission meetings. Jay to review possible times.
ADJOURNMENT: The Public Arts Commission will adjourn to a meeting on July 19,
2023, at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room of Palm Springs City Hall located at
3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way.
MOTION MADE AND SECONDED, CARRIED 4-0 TO ADJOURN at 6:19 PM TO
A REGULAR MEETING ON JULY 19, 2023, AT 5:30 PM IN THE LARGE
CONFERENCE ROOM OF CITY HALL LOCATED AT 3200 E. TAHQUITZ
CANYON WAY.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/ Jay Virata
______________________________
Jay Virata, Director
Community & Economic Development Department
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