HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 01 Arts Commission Applicant Interviews AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY Meeting Date: 2/18/2014
Meeting Type: Work Session
Staff Contact/Dept.: Kristen Curé, Library Rob Everett, Library
Staff Phone No: X2232/X3756 Estimated Time: 35 minutes
S P R I N G F I E L D
C I T Y C O U N C I L
Council Goals: Mandate
ITEM TITLE: ARTS COMMISSION APPLICANT INTERVIEWS
ACTION REQUESTED:
Work Session: Review the applications of four candidates for four vacancies for membership on the Springfield Arts Commission. Interview candidates per
requirement.
ISSUE STATEMENT: The Arts Commission has four vacancies on its board. Four position openings were advertised. Two vacancies were due to resignations with two years remaining in
each term, and two openings were for the term expirations of commissioners which equate to full four year positions. The Arts Commission received four applications. All applicants attended the February 11, 2014 Arts Commission meeting for an
interview.
ATTACHMENTS: Attachment I: Arts Commission Interviews – Schedule Questions Attachment II: Arts Commission Charge
Attachment III: Application of Richard Reed
Attachment IV: Application of Amy Orre Attachment V: Application of Donald Durland
Attachment VI: Application of Jeanette Buxton
Attachment VII: Arts Commission Member Profiles
DISCUSSION/ FINANCIAL
IMPACT:
In response to news releases in December 2013 and January 2014, the Arts Commission received four applications for four vacancies. The Arts Commission
reviewed and met with all applicants during its February 11, 2014 meeting. The Arts Commission recommends that Richard Reed and Amy Orre be appointed
to the Arts Commission to fill the two vacancies left by term expirations for full terms that expire December 31, 2017. The Arts Commission recommends that
Donald Durland and Jeanette Buxtonbe appointed to the Arts Commission to
complete the two vacancies left by resignations for partial terms that expire December 31, 2015. Richard Reed is a painter, sculptor, potter and author. He has
worked in many communities on the restoration of historic buildings and
redevelopment of vibrant downtown areas, most notably, in St. Paul Minnesota. Amy Orre has a BA in art and is experienced in teaching elementary school
children in extracurricular activities. She currently works part-time at as a youth
activity leader at Willamalane. Donald Durland served for six years on the Springfield Arts Commission from 2002-2008. He is a practicing artist and has
retired from higher education, where he taught classes in the visual arts. Jeanette Buxton is a musicians who has served on the Oakland (OR) library board, the Oakland Museum board, the City Parks Commission and c0-founded the Maui
Youth Theater and Maui Symphony Orchestra. The Arts Commission believes the candidates are eligible and qualified to serve on
the commission. The Council is requested to review the Arts Commissions’ recommendations and interview the candidates at the Work Session and appoint 4 members to the Arts Commission during the Regular Meeting on March 3.
Attachment 1
Arts Commission Interview Schedule & Questions
Schedule
6:00pm Council preparation of interview questions
6:03pm Interview of Richard Reed
6:10pm Interview of Amy Orre
6:17pm Interview of Donald Durland
6:24pm Interview of Jeanette Buxton
6:31pm Council deliberation
Interview Questions for Arts Commissioner Candidates
Read aloud Article II, sections 1 &2 from the By-Laws
ARTICLE II. Purpose and Objectives of the Springfield Arts Commission:
Section 1. Purpose: To promote cultural richness and diversity and assist in the
preservation of the cultural heritage of the community as expressed
through artistic endeavors.
Section 2. Objectives:
a. To provide places and spaces for artistic creations, exhibits,
performances, and events.
b. To foster awareness, communication, education, and sharing of
resources between local artists and arts groups.
c. To function as a local coordinating agency between the Lane Arts
Council and the community.
d. To promote the arts as an element of Springfield’s economic
diversification program, particularly in regard to tourism.
1. Why are you interested in serving on the Arts Commission?
2. Describe your professional and personal experience as it relates to your desire to become an
Arts Commissioner.
3. Describe your familiarity with the Springfield Arts Commission’s past or current community arts
initiatives.
4. Which initiatives are you interested in working on if you are appointed as a Commissioner?
5. Have you attended an Arts Commission meeting? If so, what were your impressions?
Arts Commission
CHARGE
The Springfield Arts Commission was created by the City Council to promote the arts in Springfield. The Commission gives assistance to local artists in the form of grant sponsorship, networking, education, exhibits, and occasionally funding.
The Commission may co-sponsor art events and exhibits. It works closely with the Lane
Regional Arts Council and the Oregon Arts Commission.
Source of Existence: Council
Bylaws: Yes
Code: No
Sunset Date: Council
Membership
Number: Nine
In City: Majority Out of City: Minimal
Terms (2 max): Four years
Ward: No
Qualifier: Area residents with a 97477, 97478 or 97482 zip code only are eligible. They may reside outside the city limits, but
must have a qualifying zip code.
Appointed By: Council application
Meeting Time: Monthly; Second Monday - 6:30 p.m., Library Meeting Room
(Location subject to change)
Funding Source: General Fund and Room Tax
Staff Liaison: Carrie Schindele-Cupples, Librarian I, 726-2237
Council Liaison: Councilor Marilee Woodrow
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Springfield Arts Commission (SAC) Membership Profiles
January 2014
Dr. Gary LeClair: Dr. LeClair has been a member of the SAC since 2009. He is an amateur
photographer and art collector. He is currently on the Board of the Eugene Ballet. He has had a
lifelong interest in art. His other interests include dance from modern to classical ballet, as well
as music of all kinds from heavy metal to opera.
Paul Roth: Mr. Roth was born and raised in Springfield and graduated from Thurston High
School. He is co-owner of Roaring Rapids Pizza Company in Springfield. His interest in the
Springfield Arts Commission arises from his participation as a lifelong musician, which started
while attending Briggs Junior High way back when. Currently, he plays trombone for the jazz
band Swing Shift, which is a resident company of the Wildish Community Theater.
Niles Schartz: Mr. Schartz is a long-time resident of Springfield and a self-employed interior
design and remodeling contractor. He is interested in work with the City Hall Gallery, a
supporter of Springfield’s 2nd Friday Downtown Artwalk and bringing art experiences to
Springfield-at-large.
Janet Smith: Ms. Smith owns a local business, Sterling Graphics. She has been making prints for artists
in our community for eight years. She served on the Emerald Art Center Board from 2005-2010. Ms.
Smith is interested in the use of local art in public projects and supporting community art opportunities.
Scott Wylie: Mr. Wylie has been a member of SAC since 1996 [excepting 2006] and is a former
Commission chair. He is a well-known artist and designer whose practice focuses on
building/landscape design and planning and the interrelationships of these disciplines with fine
and applied arts. This career path stems from his lifelong passions for drawing, building and
using his imagination. Wylie managed the City Hall Gallery for many years and continues to
help jury its shows. He now spearheads the Luigi Testa Sculpture Siting Committee, helps with
the Puppet Festival and assists in Youth Arts and Arts Heritage workshops. He is currently active
in the Emerald Empire Arts Association, volunteering frequently for its Family Art Sunday
Programs. He frequently gives public testimony and writes articles on historic preservation, land
use and design issues. As a construction contractor, he often builds and installs his works.
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