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CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH City Council Interoffice Communication To: From: Date: Subject: Honorable Mayor and City Council MeIejs Lyn Semeta, City Council Member April 9, 2018 CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEM FOR THE APRIL 16, 2018, CITY COUNCIL MEETING — ART IN PUBLIC PLACES MASTER PLAN STATEMENT OF ISSUE: Huntington Beach is a place where people want to live and want to visit. Destinations, like Surf City, are always looking for unique ways to convey their authenticity and distinguish their community from others. Research has shown that cities with a robust and lively public art program have sustained economic strength and attracted businesses and individuals who can foster and facilitate prosperity for all citizens. Public art is an investment in the cultural vitality and economic development of a community and can become place-makers, landmarks, and foster culturally dynamic, economically vibrant communities. Public art has evolved through the years from using it as an embellishment for architecture to art that creates a sense of identity community and connection to local history and culture. A holistic public art strategy that includes visual elements such as murals, sculpture, streetscaping, wayfinding, and parks promotes excellence in design--creating a high-quality public realm furthering a community's distinction. A comprehensive, well-planned and orchestrated public art program that is collaborative and engaging brings many benefits to a City including: • Creates landmarks throughout the city and contributes to the identity and character of neighborhoods and districts. • Is recognized both nationally and internationally as a significant tool to boost economic development, tourism, and beautification. • Provides opportunities to increase the profile of a development and its impact on the urban landscape by contributing to the identity and character of the community. • May increase property values and create a destination for visitors who will contribute to the local economy. • Is a distinguishing part of public history that serves to educate the community and invigorate public places. The City of Huntington Beach is home to a variety of local artists, several active arts related organizations, and the Huntington Beach Art Center (HBAC) that provides exhibitions and other arts programming. In addition, the City has established an Allied Arts Board that advises the City Council in matters pertaining to the arts and cultural affairs and encourages public support of the arts. The City's Community Development Department oversees a public art program through the inclusion of art within major private developments. Combined with art on public property, the overall collection boasts over 40 site specific works throughout the City. APPRWED /147,-/EiV6E-/) 7-0 Art in Public Places Master Plan Page 2 April 9, 2018 While home to many pieces of art, the City lacks a comprehensive public art or place-making strategy for art on public property. This lack of an overall plan or strategy has created a vacuum that has led to the emergence of groups and individuals outside of the City's formal structure to propose and/or work on creating pieces of art for placement, some at culturally significant sites throughout the City. A comprehensive Public Art Master Plan, which outlines procedures for public engagement, management, funding, artist identification, approvals, site selection, and the like, would ensure continuity of installations, design integrity, and help promote Huntington Beach as a destination to enjoy significant public art. A comprehensive strategy/public art program would also invigorate the donor community, who understand the opportunity this will bring to redefine the relationship of art to urban space, and promote civic life and involvement. RECOMMENDED ACTION: It is recommended that the City Manager: 1. Prepare a proposal for the creation of a comprehensive public art program. The program should acknowledge the Community Development Department's existing program and expand it to consider other public art opportunities. 2. Research best practices for funding options for a comprehensive public art program and present options for consideration. 3. Review and make recommendations regarding the composition and mission of existing Boards and Commissions, including the Allied Arts Board, and their potential role in the future with respect to a new comprehensive art program or related to our current program and process. xc: Fred Wilson, City Manager • Lori Ann Farrell, Assistant City Manager Robin Estanislau, City Clerk Michael Gates, City Attorney Approved 7-0 COUNCILMEMBER ITEMS 9. Continued from April 2, 2018 — Approved Item Submitted by Councilmember Lyn Semeta - Art in Public Places Master Plan Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Manager: A) Prepare a proposal and involve members of the Allied Arts Board for the creation of a comprehensive public art program. The program should acknowledge the Community Development Department's existing program and expand it to consider other public art opportunities; and, B) Research best practices for funding options for a comprehensive public art program and present options for consideration; and, C) Review and make recommendations regarding the composition and mission of existing Boards and Commissions, including the Allied Arts Board, and their potential role in the future with respect to a new comprehensive art program or related to our current program and process. Approved 7-0 as amended 10. Approved Item Submitted by Councilmembers Patrick Brenden and Lyn Semeta - Analysis of Alternative Public, Education and Governmental (PEG) Access/Outreach Methods Recommended Action: Direct the City Manager to obtain information from PCTA and other programming providers to assess the current resources available to the City for broadcast of public interest programming and conduct a review of best practices of local government programming in order to ensure that the City is utilizing current technology most efficiently and effectively. Return to City Council within ninety (90) days with a report. Approved 7-0 COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS (Not Agendized) O'Connell, Semeta reported ADJOURNMENT — at 9:47 PM in honor of Pastor Blaine "Sumo" Sato The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Huntington Beach City Council/Public Financing Authority is Monday, May 07, 2018, at 4:00 PM in the Civic Center Council Chambers, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California. INTERNET ACCESS TO CITY COUNCIL/PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AGENDA AND STAFF REPORT MATERIAL IS AVAILABLE PRIOR TO CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AT http://www.huntincitonbeachca.qov -7- City Council/PFA Action Agenda — Monday, April 16, 2018 CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH City Council Interoffice Communication To: From: Date: Subject: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members Lyn Semeta, City Council Member March 26, 2018 CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ITEM FOR THE APRIL 2, 2018, CITY COUNCIL MEETING — ART IN PUBLIC PLACES MASTER PLAN STATEMENT OF ISSUE: A comprehensive, well-planned and orchestrated public art program brings many benefits to a City including: • Creates landmarks throughout the city and contributes to the identity and character of neighborhoods and districts. • Is recognized both nationally and internationally as a significant tool to boost economic development, tourism, and beautification. • Provides opportunities to increase the profile of a development by contributing to the identity and character of the community. • May increase property values and create a destination for visitors who will contribute to the local economy. • Is a distinguishing part of public history that serves to educate the community and invigorate public places. Huntington Beach is a place where people want to live and want to visit. Destinations, like Surf City, seek specific ways to convey their authenticity and distinguish their community from others. A holistic public art strategy that includes visual elements such as murals, sculpture, streetscaping, wayfinding, and parks furthers that distinction. The City of Huntington Beach is home to a variety of local artists and to the Huntington Beach Art Center (HBAC) that provides exhibitions and other arts programming. In addition, the City has an Allied Arts Board that advises the City Council in matters pertaining to the arts and cultural affairs and encourages public support of the arts. The City's Community Development Department oversees a public art program through the inclusion of art within major private developments. Combined with art on public property, the overall collection boasts over 40 site specific works throughout the City. While home to many pieces of art, the City lacks a comprehensive public art or place-making strategy for art on public property. This lack of cohesiveness has created a vacuum that has led to the emergence of groups outside of the City's formal structure to work on creating pieces of art for placement, some at culturally significant sites throughout the City. A comprehensive Master Art Plan, which outlines procedures for public engagement, management, funding, artist identification, approvals, site selection, and the like, would ensure continuity of installations, design integrity, and help promote Huntington Beach as a destination to enjoy significant public art. c71- - ro 4,110/e Art in Public Places Comprehensive Plan Page 2 March 26, 2018 RECOMMENDED ACTION: It is recommended that the City Manager: 1. Prepare a proposal for the creation of a comprehensive public art program. The program should acknowledge the Community Development Department's existing program that incorporates public art as a condition of approval for all new major development proposals. 2. Review and make recommendations regarding the composition and mission of existing Boards and Commissions, including the Allied Arts Board, and their role in the future for art in public spaces or art proposed on private property but unrelated to new development proposals. xc: Fred Wilson, City Manager Lori Ann Farrell, Assistant City Manager Robin Estanislau, City Clerk Michael Gates, City Attorney () VISIT IF HUNTINGTON BEACH April 2, 2018 Honorable Mayor Posey and Huntington Beach City Council Members Huntington Beach, CA Subject: H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan Position: Support Visit Huntington Beach, the official Destination Marketing Organization of Huntington Beach, will be supporting the Art in Public Places Master Plan H Item, on Monday night's agenda. We ask you to do the same. In HB, we are witnessing an increasing number of art related initiatives being launched or discussed. The enthusiasm is good. Now the key question to be answered is what are the long-term strategies and goals for HB's Public Art program? How can all the existing elements of our current and projected public/private spaces, including Public Art, fit together to drive much needed economic development for our City? To add context to the discussion, VHB reached out to one of the nation's leading authorities on Cultural Heritage Tourism, Cheryl Hargrove. We asked Ms. Hargrove the same question; provide us with several best practices and processes on how communities address Public Art. Her white paper, Public Art: A Placemaking Strategy for Destinations, is attached. We think you'll agree that Ms. Hargrove did an outstanding job of identifying many objectives for our community and elected policy makers to discuss. Her "10 Steps to Sustainable Public Art," covers the process of crafting a plan. Her reference to Tacoma, WA's "Community Guide to Creating Public Art," also suggests key questions that HB should answer about Public Art: • Which types of Public Art are most appropriate or desired? • Are there preferred types of media (bronze, glass, textiles, etc.) to create Public Art? • Where should Public Art be placed or utilized? • What community values should be conveyed or reflected in Public Art? • What stories, imagery, and symbols can be utilized to relate to your community and its unique cultural heritage? • What are the desired outcomes or impacts from Public Art? • Who needs to or should be involved in making Public Art? We are at an important crossroads in Huntington Beach. Adopting smart, well-crafted brand differentiating programs is paramount to HB continuing to evolve and thrive as a great place to live, work, and play. Consider the following: • Many of our local merchants are struggling. They are feeling the full effect of online shotthitO IV:WDENTAL effect), neighboring competition, rising rents, and retention of good labor. Visit Huntington Beach 301 Main Street, Ste. 212 Huntington Beach, CA 92648 Phone: (714) 969-3492 I Fax: (714) 969-5592 Agenda Item No.:, Akflf 11 COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 44— -R41 11 • The Surf City USA visitor destination is one of the nation's hottest coastal brands. Over 4 million annual non-OC resident visitors frequent HB, spending nearly $600 million, and supporting about 6,000 jobs. Their spending results in nearly $18 million going directly to the City's General Fund bottom line. Keeping this income stream flowing into the City's budget is a top priority, especially with HB's current and upcoming retirement system commitments. We, therefore, must maintain our competitiveness, or risk seeing more businesses faltering and/or declining visitation numbers, resulting in falling retail sales, and static/lower occupancy tax revenues. So, how does all this connect with tonight's H Item? Enter the discussion why Public Art is a smart strategy for Destination Placemaking. Here are several key reasons why our community needs and deserves a Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan: • Public Art, in its many forms and functions, is an important part of Destination Placemaking. In fact, it's critically important to how and where visitors and residents spend their time and money, now and for years to come. It's that important. • Adding Public Art installations in HB cannot be done in a vacuum, or without following a defined plan, with goals/objectives. It needs community-based participation, which is at the very core of successful Comprehensive Public Art Master Plans implemented in hundreds of cities and towns throughout the country and around the world. VHB has several good examples from other cities we can share with you. • According to the Project for Public Places, "With community-based participation at its center, an effective place making process capitalizes on a local community's assets, inspiration, and potential, and it results in the creation of quality public spaces that contribute to people's health, happiness, and well-being." • Our Public Art Master Plan must be organic, transparent and easy to understand from A-Z, from art concepts to fundraising to installation to marketing to long-term maintenance. • Smart Comprehensive Public Art Master Plans have staying power, and a better chance of accomplishing defined goals, including driving economic development, tax revenues, visitation, etc. • When the citizens and key stakeholders are aligned with a well-vetted Public Art process and policy, then great things can happen. People championing projects understand the guidelines, the goals, the rules of the road. The right questions are asked and answered at the appropriate time and place. The elevator speech on the concept of Public Art, as part of the broader context of Destination Placemaking, is that it's a proven economic development strategy for leading cities competing for dollars. Forward thinking policy makers, EDCs, CVBs, downtown BIDs, neighborhood associations, cultural institutions and artists have recognized for years the powerful impact well-planned Public Art can have on the local economy and overall destination experience. In today's social media driven world, compelling community storytelling is becoming Job #1. CVBs and EDCs work in tandem to tell these stories. It helps to answer questions like: Why open a business in downtown HB versus Anaheim? Why take a school field trip to HB versus Laguna Beach? Why book a major citywide convention in February in HB versus LA? Why plan a destination wedding or reunion in Surf City USA versus Palm Springs? Public Art is a huge part of our community's story and can become a business closer for us, if done right. Public Art helps connect HB's cultural heritage dots with residents and visitors. Public Art amplifies our past and sets the stage for future interpretations that come to life under the powerful concept of Destination Placemaking. 2 Laying the correct foundational stones for Public Art the right way and in the right order is not easy. It's heavy lifting. Some communities and stakeholders see the next shiny thing and move forward without a plan or purpose. Some may also believe that overlaying a Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan is government overreach; they fear more bureaucracy and a non-organic mandate that hamstrings current and future projects. Or, it's telling private industry what they can or cannot do with their buildings' footprints. Nothing is further from the truth. A community-based process, as defined by Ms. Hargrove and many others that have executed successful public art initiatives in the Public Art space, report the same thing. A Plan helps, not hurts, future efforts. Future installations are more likely to be on-brand, not off-brand. When thoughtful Destination Placemaking via Public Art becomes a higher priority in cities, it's incredible to see the number of i nnovative, private/public partnerships which spring up to champion and produce Public Art. Knowing the rules of the road leads to more sustainable and connected Public Art, not the opposite. For example, in Asheville, is the popular Asheville Urban Trail, a two-hour, 1.8-mile walking tour of the City, with 30 sculptural trail stations. Hundreds of thousands of residents and visitors do the trail each year. It's a mix of private and public investments and took years to complete; one station at a time. It was done strategically right and is a huge success. (For more information on the Urban Trail visit https://www.exploreasheville.com/urban-trail/) Examples like this connects people with the culture heritage of the community. It offers a compelling reason for visitors to stay an extra two hours in the destination. If we can offer enough new or repurposed 2-3-hour HB experiences, people stay longer and are attracted to come back for a repeat overnight stay in HB. This means more visitor spending, which in turn keeps businesses open, locals employed and tax revenues coming into the City. What is our Urban Trail story? Yogi Berra once said, "If you don't know where you are going, you might wind up somewhere else." Let's make sure we know where we are going. The time is now to have a plan with definable goals and objectives. Amplifying our beloved cultural heritage stories, past, present and future, with the development of a community-based Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan and related approval process is a winning strategy. We ask that you vote yes on this H Item. Thank you. Sincerely, 132ezi,?, /IA . /v1.kili-e-r-- Kelly Miller President & CEO Cc: VHB Board of Directors 3 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Subject: Surf City Pipeline [noreply@user.govoutreach.com ] Monday, April 02, 2018 7:58 AM Pipeline Clerk Agenda Surf City Pipeline: You have been assigned a new Request #: 32456 Request # 32456 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to you. Request type: Problem Request area: City Council - Agenda & Public Hearing Comments Citizen name: Bill Larkin Description: To our esteemed Mayor and Council Members. I would like to offer my full hearted support for Agenda Item #14 — Art in Public Places Master Plan. As part of my business, I was fortunate to travel for much of my life to cities throughout the US, Europe, Asia, Latin America and North Africa. One of the wonderful benefits of that travel was to experience the variety of different cultures and heritages around the world. Many of those remember when moments and impressions a city or A place left, were created from Public Art and the effort a community would put in to create that feel or 'vibe' of a destination. A vibe and impression that would remain, long after you've returned home. Huntington Beach is well known as a destination, bucket list stop. A targeted effort to build on our heritage would not only benefit our tourism draw, but I believe it would contribute to community involvement and pride. There are many examples of beautiful and creative art. I believe a centralized strategy to develop and coordinate some of this work would have a far reaching beneficial community and tourism impact. Please offer your support to agenda #14 And for fun https://www.facebook.com/647518395295230/videos/1$ kg (111/.-‘ COMMUNICA110 14 All the very best, Bill Larkin Expected Close Date: April 16, 2018 Click here to access the request Meeting Date:_ Agenda Item ft0 Note: This message is for notification purposes only. Please do not reply to this email. Email replies are not monitored and will be ignored. 1 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: /2 March 31, 2018 Agenda Item No.; -4( q Dear City Council, cc: Fred Wilson, Michael Gates, HBPAA Board of Directors, Below is an excerpt from Lyn Semeta's "Public Art Master Plan" on th Monday's City Council meeting: "Review and make recommendations regarding the composition existing Boards and Commissions, including the Allied Arts Boa in the future for art in public spaces or art proposed on private r unrelated to new development proposals." This language is open-ended and therefore raises some fundamental concerns regarding free speech and private property rights. As you d , issue, please consider the following: 1. What role, if any, does government play with respect to public art 2. Will private property owners soon need government approval as to aesthetics before painting a mural on their personal property? 3. Do we need more government and more regulations when it come; expression such as public art? 4. Will more government bureaucracy encourage more public art or w opposite effect? 5. Is our current system broken and therefore need fixing? And if so, i government the right solution? 6. With all of the financial obligations facing our City such as crime, 171( infrastructure, pension obligations and more, is this the best and most L government resources and taxpayer money? Kim Sent from my iPad 3 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 8:04 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Art in public places master plan. Agenda item #14 AGENDA COMMENT Original Message From: Kay Sullivan [mailto:kaybsu1livan1Pgmai1.com] Sent: Sunday, April 01, 2018 3:38 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Art in public places master plan. Agenda item #14 I'm writing in support of this item before the City Council tomorrow evening. I have been involved with the Huntington Beach and Huntington Harbour art leagues for over ten years. There are innumerable talented artists in Huntington Beach who would be more than happy to participate in improving the art environment. They need the chance to do so. Thanks for your support! Kay Sullivan Sent from my iPad SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 9--12 Agenda Item No.; 1 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 7:55 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Item 14 on your agenda AGENDA COMMENT Original Message From: bambigram [mailto:bambigramPaol.com] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 7:34 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <citv.councilPsurfcity-hb.org > Subject: Item 14 on your agenda Please consider item 14 carefully. Huntington Beach needs to be a city of culture as well as big business. People come here from all over the world. They need to see our City as more than a Surf Town. Our citizen are getting older and art is a wonderful hobby or interest for them. Let's have more art opportunities in our City. Barbara Steel Orange County for Calligraphy Sent from my iPad SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: Agenda Item No.; 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 9:39 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Art In Public Places Master Plan AGENDA COMMENT From: Jan McKinnon fimailto:dexterart@aol.com] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 9:22 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <citv.council@surfcity-hb.org > Cc: Ivnsemetahb@gmail.com Subject: Art In Public Places Master Plan Dear Huntington Beach City Council Members. Art in Public Places is a program about which I feel very strongly. Unfortunately, previous commitments prevent me from attending the council meeting this evening. As a teacher and parent, I have had experience in two different cities, Brea and Whittier, with the Art in Public Places Programs. Without a master plan, the 40 or so pieces that we now have may get lost or find new homes. They need to be showcased and brought to the communities attention. I taught art in the Whittier City School District for 30 years at Dexter Middle School, was a District Art Mentor, created the GATE Art Program, organized the District Art Show, and taught after school art classes. Now in Huntington Beach I am a member of the Art Council, on the HBAL board, and a watercolor and mixed media artist. Therefore I have a lot of experience and interest in this field. One of the areas I would like to address is that Art in Public Places makes art come alive to the children and students of the community. They see art as an integral part of their environment, not just something that you view in a museum. It takes a plan to bring the art to the attention of the children and the community. One of the activities that I did with an after school class was to make a short video on all the public art in Whittier (not too many pieces at the time). As a motivation the students watched the video, heard a little history of the art, chose one piece to research, and then created a small piece of art that would fit the criteria of a public art piece. What was amazing is that the students had passed by these public art works many times not really taking notice of them. After learning about the art, they developed an appreciation and respect for their community's support of the arts. Plus their projects were a great hit at the school's Open House. What I am saying is that the art we have now is fabulous, but in order to be appreciated we need to take it to the next level with a Master Plan so it is appreciated and doesn't get lost. Thank you for putting this item on the agenda. Please give it your careful consideration. It is a very worthwhile part of our city. Jan McKinnon SUPPLEMeNTAL COPANIUNIC TION Meeting Date: Agenda Item No.:, ( 14 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 9:40 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Art in THe City AGENDA COMMENT Original Message From: Kathleen Preble [mailto:kath.preblekmail.com] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 8:26 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <citv.councilOsurfcitv-hb.org > Subject: Art in THe City As a local artist with membership in both The Huntington Harbour Art Association and The Huntington Beach Art League, I urge the passing of Agenda Item 14 tonight. We need to support and foster the arts in this city by activities displaying more public art and promoting plain aire painting festivals Sent from my iPad SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: Agenda !tern No.L ( Itaresecra cs:mserrrecr, 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 9:38 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Agenda #14 AGENDA COMMENT From: marsha hendler [mailto:marshahendler@yahoo.com] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 9:27 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Agenda #14 Please vote for Agenda #14....Art in Public Places Master Plan. "Art as a Destination" would be so good for our community, another attraction for tourist. As a local fiber artist & very involved in The Huntington Harbour Art Association in my community I know it would be well supported & appreciated. Thank. you, Marsha Hendler SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNIC TION Meeting Date: 4- Agenda ttern No.; Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 10:33 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Public Art & Support for Agenda Item# 14 AGENDA COMMENT From: Devin Dwyer [mailto:i.devindwyer@verizon.net] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 10:29 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Cc: 'Devin Dwyer' <i.devindwyer@verizon.net > Subject: Public Art & Support for Agenda Item# 14 Dear Council, I am in favor of Councilwoman Lyn Semeta's Agenda Item#14 Master Art Plan The one common item that most successful destination cities have is a Comprehensive Plan for Public Art and the means to fund it. Huntington Beach would be better served if we had a frame of work to make decisions on how our Art Dollars are spent. With a plan in place the City would also be able to enter into agreements with "Non Profits" and share in the cost of, or securing of, the property for a public Art display. In regards to funding, while I was on Council I brought forward a segregated Development Fee that was included in all developments that was estimated would bring in about $ 96,000 a year. That item was probably 6 years ago now. The Item was codified by a majority of the Council to be implemented by Staff. Please ask Staff for an accounting of this development fee as it may help you finance the cost of researching or implementation of a new Art Plan. Just to inspire you here is a link to a "Walk able Art Park" that I enjoy up in the Northwest. Maybe it will foster some ideas for you. Link: http://siisculpturepark.com/ As you discuss this issue keep in mind that Art is not a Partisan Issue. The Beautification of Huntington Beach is in all our interest. Cheers, Devin Dwyer, Pres. CEO John Dwyer Construction, Inc. P.O. Box 10943 Costa Mesa, CA 92627 0 (714) 536-2440 j.devindwyer@verizon.net SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Agenda Item No.: 411-/ CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail communication and any attachments, including documents, files, or previous e-mail messages, constitute electronic communications within the scope of the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, 18 U.S.C. § 2510 et seq. This e-mail com 1 KIMPTON HOTEL April 2,2018 Honorable Mayor Posey and Huntington Beach City Council Members Huntington Beach, CA Subject: H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan Position: Support Greetings, I am writing today to express my support for the H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan, which will be discussed at the April 2, 2018 City Council Meeting. More and more cities understand the increasingly important role that Public Art plays in their overall economic development strategies. In fact, how a city visually and innovatively recognizes and expresses its history, heritage and cultural assets is now considered a main reason why people choose to live, work, play or spend in a community. Consider how many times we have all visited a city and experienced authentic and world-class Public Art installations? Public Art done right is the real deal. The concept of Public Art, as part of the broader context of Destination Placemaking, is a powerful economic development strategy for cities competing for business, resident and visitor dollars. Forward thinking policy makers, EDCs, CVBs, downtown BIDs, neighborhood associations, cultural institutions and artists have recognized for years the powerful impact a smart and strategic Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan can have on the local economy and overall destination experience. Consider the Surf City USA destination visitor brand. It is growing in popularity. In 2016, over 4 million annual non-DC resident visitors frequented HB, spending over $578 million, and supporting about 6,000 jobs. Their spending resulted in nearly $18 million going directly to the City's General Fund bottom line. Enter the discussion of having a savvy Public Art plan for HB. It's about offering authentic and genuine experiences, often expressed and programmed/marketed well via Public Art. If researched well and approved, the plan could help maintain strong visitation and expenditures, while perhaps increasing more merchant sales. The time is right to amplify our beloved cultural heritage stories; past, present and future, with the development of a community-based Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan and related approval process. I ask for your affirmative vote on this important H Item. Sincerel SUPPLEMENTAL y , COMMUNICATION Justin Simpson Kimpion'Snorebreak riotei Meeting Date: Agenda Kam Lpt Paulette 71-1-71r, neral Wanager The Waterfront Beach Resort, a Hilton Hotel The Waterfront Beach Resort a Hilton Hotel April 1, 2018 Honorable Mayor Posey and Huntington Beach City Council Members Huntington Beach, CA Subject: H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan Position: Support Greetings, I am writing today to express my support for the H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan, which will be discussed at the April 2, 2018 City Council Meeting. More and more cities understand the increasingly important role that Public Art plays in their overall economic development strategies. In fact, how a city visually and innovatively recognizes and expresses its history, heritage and cultural assets is now considered a main reason why people choose to live, work, play or spend in a community. Consider how many times we have all visited a city and experienced authentic and world-class Public Art installations? Public Art done right is the real deal. The concept of Public Art, as part of the broader context of Destination Placemaking, is a powerful economic development strategy for cities competing for business, resident and visitor dollars. Forward thinking policy makers, EDCs, CVBs, downtown BIDs, neighborhood associations, cultural institutions and artists have recognized for years the powerful impact a smart and strategic Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan can have on the local economy and overall destination experience. Consider the Surf City USA destination visitor brand. It is growing in popularity. In 2016, over 4 million annual non- OC resident visitors frequented HB, spending over $578 million, and supporting about 6,000 jobs. Their spending resulted in nearly $18 million going directly to the City's General Fund bottom line. Now consider the fact that many local merchants are struggling. They are feeling the full effect of online shopping, neighboring competition and rising rents. Enter the discussion of having a savvy Public Art plan for HB. It's about offering authentic and genuine experiences, often expressed and programmed/marketed well via Public Art. If researched well and approved, the plan could help maintain strong visitation and expenditures, while perhaps increasing more merchant sales. The more "there there," in HB, the more visitors and residents will spend. The time is right to amplify our beloved cultural heritage stories; past, present and future, with the development of a community-based Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan and related approval process. I ask for your affirmative vote on this important H Item. Sincerely, SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting 21100 Pacific Coast Highway Huntington Beach CA 92648 714-845-8000 www.waterfrontresort.com Agenda Item */ April 2,2018 Honorable Mayor Posey and Huntington Beach City Council Members Huntington Beach, CA Subject: H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan Position: Support Greetings, I am writing today to express my support for the H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan, which will be discussed at the April 2, 2018 City Council Meeting. More and more cities understand the increasingly important role that Public Art plays in their overall economic development strategies. In fact, how a city visually and innovatively recognizes and expresses its history, heritage and cultural assets is now considered a main reason why people choose to live, work, play or spend in a community. Consider how many times we have all visited a city and experienced authentic and world-class Public Art installations? Public Art done right is the real deal. The concept of Public Art, as part of the broader context of Destination Placennaking, is a powerful economic development strategy for cities competing for business, resident and visitor dollars. Forward thinking policy makers, EDCs, CVBs, downtown BIDs, neighborhood associations, cultural institutions and artists have recognized for years the powerful impact a smart and strategic Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan can have on the local economy and overall destination experience. Consider the Surf City USA destination visitor brand. It is growing in popularity. In 2016, over 4 million annual non-OC resident visitors frequented HB, spending over $578 million, and supporting about 6,000 jobs. Their spending resulted in nearly $18 million going directly to the City's General Fund bottom line. Now consider the fact that many local merchants are struggling. They are feeling the full effect of online shopping, neighboring competition and rising rents. Enter the discussion of having a savvy Public Art plan for HB. It's about offering authentic and genuine experiences, often expressed and programmed/marketed well via Public Art. If researched well and approved, the plan could help maintain strong visitation and expenditures, while perhaps increasing more merchant sales. The more "there there," in HB, the more visitors and residents will spend. The time is right to amplify our beloved cultural heritage stories; past, present and future, with the development of a community-based Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan and related approval process. I ask for your affirmative vote on this important H Item. Sincerely, Joe Leinacker, General Manager Pasea Hotel & Spa SUPPLEMEKTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Dete:___±-4 -44-) A9anda Item Rogers Marketing, Ser 7675 Clay Avenue Huntington Beach, CA 92648 April 1, 2018 Honorable Mayor Posey and Huntington Beach City Council Members Huntington Beach, CA Subject: H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan Position: Support Greetings, I am writing today to express my support for the H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan, which will be discussed at the April 2, 2018 City Council Meeting. More and more cities understand the increasingly important role that Public Art plays in their overall economic development strategies. In fact, how a city visually and innovatively recognizes and expresses its history, heritage and cultural assets is now considered a main reason why people choose to live, work, play or spend in a community. Consider how many times we have all visited a city and experienced authentic and world-class Public Art installations? Public Art done right is the real deal. The concept of Public Art, as part of the broader context of Destination Placemaking, is a powerful economic development strategy for cities competing for business, resident and visitor dollars. Forward thinking policy makers, EDCs, CVBs, downtown BIDs, neighborhood associations, cultural institutions and artists have recognized for years the powerful impact a smart and strategic Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan can have on the local economy and overall destination experience. Consider the Surf City USA destination visitor brand. It is growing in popularity. In 2016, over 4 million annual non-OC resident visitors frequented HB, spending over $578 million, and supporting about 6,000 jobs. Their spending resulted in nearly $18 million going directly to the City's General Fund bottom line. Now consider the fact that many local merchants are struggling. They are feeling the full effect of online shopping, neighboring competition and rising rents. Enter the discussion of having a savvy Public Art plan for HB. It's about offering authentic and genuine experiences, often expressed and programmed/marketed well via Public Art. If researched well and approved, the plan could help maintain strong visitation and expenditures, while perhaps increasing more merchant sales. The more "there there," in HB, the more visitors and residents will spend. The time is right to amplify our beloved cultural heritage stories; past, present and future, with the development of a community-based Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan and related approval process. I ask for your affirmative vote on this important H Item. SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: --44-1 Agenda Item Sincerely, Patricia (Pat) Rogers Rogers Marketing Services Respectfully, TREASURER/ SECRETARY SUNTI KUMJIM MBK HOMES IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT PHIL BODEM MERITAGE HOMES TRADE CONTRACTOR V.P ALAN BOUDREAU BOUDREAU PIPELINE CORPORATION ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENT MARK HIMMELSTEIN NEWMEYER & DILLION, LLP MEMBER-AT-LARGE PETER VANEK FOREMOST COMPANIES MEMBER-AT-LARGE SEAN MATSLER MANATT, PHELPS & PHILLIPS, LLP EXECUTIVE OFFICER STEVE LA MOTTE Building Industry Association of'S'burhern California, Inc. ORANGE COUNTMOilienl PM 12: 34 C CITY O F INGTON April 2,2018 Mayor Mike Posey Huntington Beach City Council 2000 Main Street Huntington Beach, CA 92648 PRESIDENT MIKE GARTLAN KB HOME VICE PRESIDENT RICK WOOD TRI POINTE HOMES Re: Item #14- Art in Public Places Master Plan Dear Mayor Posey and Council: The Building Industry Association of Southern California, Orange County Chapter (BIA/OC) is a non-profit trade association of over 1,100 companies employing over 100,000 people affiliated with the home building industry. On behalf of this membership, I write to state our opposition to mandatory Public Art Fees. Development activities have no adverse impact on public art nor does it create a need; therefore any mandatory program lacks a nexus for implementation. The existing policy and any enhancements should be construed as a harmful tax that will negatively impact future residents and small business owners. Mandatory public art programs create additional costs and delays. City documents specifically state that "Building Permits should not be issued prior to approval" from a manager responsible for "insuring compliance with the art program guidelines through all stages of the project" and that "developers are strongly encouraged to work with an art consultant." This forces expensive delays in the name of an ill-defined art requirement. Therefore, a public art program qualifies as an additional regulatory burden and will harm business in Huntington Beach. Perhaps more compelling is the legal understanding that art is protected First Amendment speech. Thus, for Government to require art, it is akin to the city forcing speech from applicants against their will. Mandatory programs are fundamentally in opposition to the foundations of our government. With all this in mind, any effort on the Huntington Beach Public Art Fee should focus on removing all mandatory requirements and replacing them with voluntary or incentive-based approaches. Forcing speech, driving up costs and increasing red-tape is not in the interest of the City, homebuilders or residents. SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Steven C. LaMotte Meeting Date:_ Chapter Executive Officer Agenda item No.; ffL Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 12:17 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: CCM Item - Art in Public Places AGENDA COMMENT From: Go With Jo Travel [mailto:gowithio@earthlink.net] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 11:40 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Cc: Lyn Semeta <rsemeta@verizon.net > Subject: CCM Item - Art in Public Places We 100% support the captioned agenda item. Please vote to move it forward. Thank you, Jo Andrews GO WITH JO TRAVEL 17081 Edgewater Lane, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. Phone: 714-846-0267 or 714-840-G0.30(4656) Email: gowithjo©earthlink.net CST#2050480-40 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION 14- 9--/Y alasalsa. Agenda Item No.:21- t Meeting Date:_ Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Subject: Surf City Pipeline [noreply@usergovoutreach.com ] Monday, April 02, 2018 1:30 PM Pipeline Clerk Agenda Surf City Pipeline: You have been assigned a new Request #: 32466 Request # 32466 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to you. Request type: Problem Request area: City Council - Agenda & Public Hearing Comments Citizen name: HEK Valdez Description: I am writing in support of Agenda item #14 item tonight before City Council. I have been involved in the arts movement through various organizations in and around the Huntington Beach area. As a member of the Allied Arts Board and working artist I fully support Councilwoman Symeta's Art in Public Places MASTER PLAN. Hector "HEK" Valdez. Expected Close Date: April 16, 2018 Click here to access the request Note: This message is for notification purposes only. Please do not reply to this email. Email replies are not monitored and will be ignored. SUPPLEMENTAL CO UNICATION Meeting Date: LI Agenda Item No.. Bolsa Chica Conservancy Honorable Mayor Posey and Huntington Beach City Council Members Huntington Beach, CA Subject: H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan Position: Support Greetings, I am writing today to express my support for the H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan, which will be discussed at the April 2, 2018 City Council Meeting. More and more cities understand the increasingly important role that Public Art plays in their overall economic development strategies. In fact, how a city visually and innovatively recognizes and expresses its history, heritage and cultural assets is considered a main reason why people choose to live, work, play or spend in a community. Consider how many times we have all visited a city and experienced authentic and world-class Public Art installations. Public Art done right is the real deal. The concept of Public Art, as part of the broader context of Destination Placemaking, is a powerful economic development strategy for cities competing for business, resident and visitor dollars. Forward thinking policy makers, EDCs, CVBs, downtown BIDs, neighborhood associations, cultural Institutions, and artists have recognized for years the powerful impact a smart and strategic Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan can have on the local economy and overall destination experience. Consider the Surf City USA destination visitor brand. It is growing in popularity. In 2016, over 4 million annual non-OC resident visitors frequented HB, spending over $578 million, and supporting about 6,000 jobs. Their spending resulted in nearly $18 million going directly to the City's General Fund bottom line. Now consider the fact that many local merchants are struggling. They are feeling the full effect of online shopping, neighboring competition and rising rents. Enter the discussion of having a savvy Public Art plan for Huntington Beach. It's about offering authentic and genuine experiences, often expressed, programmed and marketed well via Public Art. If considered and approved, the plan could help maintain strong visitation and expenditures, while perhaps increasing more merchant sales. The more "there there," in HB, the more visitors and residents will spend. The time is right to amplify the city's cultural heritage stories; past, present and future, with the development of a community-based Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan and related approval process. I ask for your affirmative vote on this important H Item. SUPPLEMENTAL Sincerely, COMMUNICATION Grace Adams Meeting Date: Executive Director Balsa Chica Conskowidwitem 3842 Warner gton Beach, CA 92649 0 (714) 846-1114 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 2:23 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: The Arts and Huntington Beach AGENDA COMMENT From: chefess@verizon.net [mailto:chefess@verizon.net] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 2:22 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: The Arts and Huntington Beach I am writing in support of Agenda Item #14, concerning a Master Plan for Art to boost tourism and the economy of our wonderful city. Although we have art in public places, most people who visit, or even live here, are not aware of its existence other than the surfing statue. I think that statue is wonderful, and is known around the world, thus "Surf City". Our tourists are from around the world and contribute so much to our economy. But there is so much more to see and do in our great city and we can do more to promote it. We have a very good Art Center run by a very capable Kate Hoffman, who has been promoting art in various ways. Many people in this city are not aware that we even have an art center. The annual un-juried art show in February has over 700 people attending; there is a great interest. We also need visual art to identify our various and eclectic neighborhoods and especially to tell the story of how we became known as Huntington Beach and what we were. We have a very interesting and colorful past that we should be proud of. There are many stories to be told and our cultural past could and should be kept in perpetuity. This is where art can come in, in so many different forms. We also have to keep up with our present and future endeavors for our grandchildren and newcomers. Let us join all great cities with a story of our past and our future through the arts. I have traveled the world and have always been interested to know past, present and future of where I am or where I have been. All great cities have stories to tell with their art installations in many forms. They know it boosts tourism. A varied destination for visitors contributes to the local economy. We have an untapped well here of many talented artists in various mediums. Let's use them to their fullest. Thank you for listening to my voice. Barbara Simone President, Huntington Harbour Art Association SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: — 13 Agenda Item Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 2:20 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Public Arts Program AGENDA COMMENT From: Rossi [mailto:mararossihb@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 2:19 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Public Arts Program Dear Sir/Madam: I am writing to you today regarding an agenda item for this evening's council meeting. I wholly support Council woman Lyn Semeta's idea of forming an Arts Council. I am quite concerned that there is no real oversight or commission within the city to determine and review the appropriateness of art that is going up in our city. I have travelled all around the world and the Arts is one of the most important things I look for in a city to visit. HB needs to have a cohesive vision about what our city should represent, and to do that? We need a well rounded, versatile group of people to decide what art should be shared in our community. I am very uncomfortable with the current way HB is allowing random people to just put up art "they" like. Thank you for your consideration of my point of view. I will be there this evening to observe how the council deals with this issue. With gratitude, Mara A. Rossi HB resident Sent from Gmail Mobile SUPPLEMEN TAL COMMUNICATION 14 - Meeting Date: Agenda Item Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 2:32 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: The Arts and Huntington Beach AGENDA COMMENT From: chefess@verizon.net [mailto:chefess@verizon.net] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 2:30 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: FW: The Arts and Huntington Beach From: chefess@verizon.net <chefess@verizon.net > Sent: Monday, April 2, 2018 2:27 PM To: Lyn Semeta (Irsemeta@gmail.conn) <Irserneta@gmail.conn> Subject: FW: The Arts and Huntington Beach From: chefess@verizon.net <chefess@verizon.net > Sent: Monday, April 2, 2018 2:22 PM To: 'city.council@surfcity-hb.org ' <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: The Arts and Huntington Beach I am writing in support of Agenda Item #14, concerning a Master Plan for Art to boost tourism and the economy of our wonderful city. Although we have art in public places, most people who visit, or even live here, are not aware of its existence other than the surfing statue. I think that statue is wonderful, and is known around the world, thus "Surf City". Our tourists are from around the world and contribute so much to our economy. But there is so much more to see and do in our great city and we can do more to promote it. We have a very good Art Center run by a very capable Kate Hoffman, who has been promoting art in various ways. Many people in this city are not aware that we even have an art center. The annual un-juried art show in February has over 700 people attending; there is a great interest. We also need visual art to identify our various and eclectic neighborhoods and especially to tell the story of how we became known as Huntington Beach and what we were. We have a very interesting and colorful past that we should be proud of. There are many stories to be told and our cultural past could and should be kept in perpetuity. This is where art can come in, in so many different forms. We also have to keep up with our present and SUPPLEMENTAL future endeavors for our grandchildren and newcomers. Let us join all great cities otommummioili our future through the arts. 1 Agenda Item No.; 411-f Meeting Date: Lf-2- I have traveled the world and have always been interested to know past, present and future of where I am or where I have been. All great cities have stories to tell with their art installations in many forms. They know it boosts tourism. A varied destination for visitors contributes to the local economy. We have an untapped well here of many talented artists in various mediums. Let's use them to their fullest. Thank you for listening to my voice. Barbara Simone President, Huntington Harbour Art Association e 2 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 3:26 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Revitalizing Public Arts AGENDA COMMENT From: EILEEN MCCULLOUGH [mailto:mccullhart@gmail.com] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 3:00 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Revitalizing Public Arts Dear City Counsel, My name is Eileen McCullough and I am the president of the Huntington Beach Art League. I also serve on the Board for Watercolor West as their Vice President and Chairman of the Demonstration Series. Both of the non profits I volunteer for are thriving and full of extremely talented and professional artist, many from Huntington Beach. Huntington Beach is not only the home for these artist but itself has become a great destination to paint outdoors. We have the Urban Garden. Shipleys Nature Center, the Wetlands, great outdoor cafes and of course our pier.With all the new hotels our city can become a tourist destination for watercolor workshops and plein air shows. Cities like Monterrey, Laguna, Dana Point and Sedona are well know for these events that bring in International artists and publicity. I would love the opportunity to discuss in person. It is time for Huntington Beach to embrace the arts and invest in its future. Please visit the Student exhibit at the Art Center, their is a new generation of artists who feel the same way. Thank You Eileen McCullough 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Subject: Surf City Pipeline [noreply@user.govoutreach.corn] Monday, April 02, 2018 3:50 PM Pipeline Clerk Agenda Surf City Pipeline: You have been assigned a new Request #: 32470 Request # 32470 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to you. Request type: Problem Request area: City Council - Agenda & Public Hearing Comments Citizen name: Alex Coulter Description: My name is Alex Coulter. Tam sending this email as an artist who lives in the city of Huntington Beach. I would like to voice my support for Lyn Semeta's plan for art in public spaces. Thank You. Expected Close Date: April 16, 2018 Click here to access the request Note: This message is for notification purposes only. Please do not reply to this email. Email replies are not monitored and will be ignored. 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Subject: Surf City Pipeline [noreply©usergovoutreach.corn] Monday, April 02, 2018 3:59 PM Pipeline Clerk Agenda Surf City Pipeline: You have been assigned a new Request #: 32471 Request # 32471 from the Government Outreach System has been assigned to you. Request type: Problem Request area: City Council - Agenda & Public Hearing Comments Citizen name: Daniel Mcnab Description: I am writing in support of Agenda #14 being brought before City Council tonight! I appreciate your time. Daniel Mcnab Expected Close Date: April 3, 2018 Click here to access the request Note: This message is for notification purposes only. Please do not reply to this email. Email replies are not monitored and will be ignored. 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 02, 2018 4:49 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Art in Public Places Master Plan AGENDA COMMENT From: janet johnson [mailto:janetiohnson535@yahoo.corn] Sent: Monday, April 02, 2018 4:33 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Art in Public Places Master Plan Hello Council Members - Effort put into updating and bringing to life a Master Plan for Public Art can have a transformative impact on how people see, feel, think about, talk about, and enjoy Huntington Beach. I urge the city council to move forward in putting together the pieces that can make public art a more definitive part of our city. There are many people committed to art who live and work here. It is a passion that can be brought into the public arena, with various art groups and people in them working collaboratively to assist the city. I was part of a Public Art Task Force in another city that brought art leaders together to help figure out what works and what does not work in making Public Art a focal point in the city's structure. That led to the official formation of a Public Art Commission to review and recommend potential art locations as well as submissions. Further, a "Percent for Art" was established as part of new construction projects in the city, which continues to be an important funding source. Take the leap.. .you will enjoy the pleasures of your work in bringing Public Art into better focus in Huntington Beach. Make our city proud! Janet Johnson 16275 Tisbury Circle Huntington Beach, CA 92649 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Wednesday, April 04, 2018 7:51 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Art in Public Places AGENDA COMMENT From: Elise Masseling [mailto:elisemas133@gmail.com] Sent: Tuesday, April 03, 2018 9:57 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Art in Public Places I whole heartedly support Lyn's efforts to improve Huntington Beach's art scene. MORE is better! Elise Masseling SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: Agenda Item No.. Nicole Thompson Branch Manager of First Bank April 1,2018 Honorable Mayor Posey and Huntington Beach City Council Members Huntington Beach, CA Subject: H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan Position: Support Greetings, I am writing today to express my support for the H Item: Art in Public Places Master Plan, which will be discussed at the April 2, 2018 City Council Meeting. More and more cities understand the increasingly important role that Public Art plays in their overall economic development strategies. In fact, how a city visually and innovatively recognizes and expresses its history, heritage and cultural assets is now considered a main reason why people choose to live, work, play or spend in a community. Consider how many times we have all visited a city and experienced authentic and world-class Public Art installations? Public Art done right is the real deal. The concept of Public Art, as part of the broader context of Destination Placemaking, is a powerful economic development strategy for cities competing for business, resident and visitor dollars. Forward thinking policy makers, EDCs, CVBs, downtown BIDs, neighborhood associations, cultural institutions and artists have recognized for years the powerful impact a smart and strategic Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan can have on the local economy and overall destination experience. Consider the Surf City USA destination visitor brand. It is growing in popularity. In 2016, over 4 million annual non-OC resident visitors frequented HB, spending over $578 million, and supporting about 6,000 jobs. Their spending resulted in nearly $18 million going directly to the City's General Fund bottom line. Now consider the fact that many local merchants are struggling. They are feeling the full effect of online shopping, neighboring competition and rising rents. Enter the discussion of having a savvy Public Art plan for HB. It's about offering authentic and genuine experiences, often expressed and programmed/marketed well via Public Art. If researched well and approved, the plan could help maintain strong visitation and expenditures, while perhaps increasing more merchant sales. The more "there there," in HB, the more visitors and residents will spend. The time is right to amplify our beloved cultural heritage stories; past, present and future, with the development of a community-based Comprehensive Public Art Master Plan and related approval process. I ask for your affirmative vote on this important H Item. SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: Agenda Item No.; Es parza, Patty From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Friday, April 13, 2018 10:05 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Agenda Item #14 AGENDA COMMENT From: Rsasaki99 [mailto:rsasaki99@aol.com] Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2018 6:27 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Agenda Item #14 Dear Members of the City Council, I heard from Lyn Semeta today at the Huntington Beach Art Center. I am totally in favor of her proposal (Agenda Item #14) to have a Master Plan for public art in Huntington Beach. I also agree that having a Master Plan would eventually promote tourism, beautification of the city, and economic growth. That subsequent influx of income into city coffers would be beneficial to the entire city and not just the art community. Thank you for your attention, Lillian Sasaki Member, Huntington Beach Art Center, Artist Council Student at the Huntington Beach Art Center for the past 3 years SUPPLEMENTAL COMMU !CATION Meeting Date: 6 Agenda Item No.; q 1 Esparza, Patty From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Friday, April 13, 2018 9:59 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Master Art Plan for HB SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNI?ATION Meeting Date: A/(//b /77 AGENDA COMMENT Agenda Item No.:, 9 From: Dee Wood [mailto:dwood9119@gmail.com] Sent: Thursday, April 12, 2018 9:24 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <citv.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Master Art Plan for HB Dear City Council, City of Huntington Beach, Thank you for the excellent service and work you're doing for our city of Huntington Beach! We wholeheartedly support and endorse a plan to design and support a Master Art Plan for Huntington Beach. For years it has been apparent that we need to encourage public engagement, and art is the perfect medium. We need to avoid a chaotic disjointed effort and strive to have excellent design integrity... iconic landmark(s) of beauty and quality. We travel on a regular basis and look for interesting, iconic public points of interest throughout a city we visit. Huntington Beach needs thoughtful works of planned, intentional art throughout our unique and special coastal city too! Iconic public art is also an obvious draw to conventioneers and visitors seeking an interesting cultural experience We ask the City Council to enliven Huntington Beach and consider a Master Art Plan to make us all further proud to live in this great city. Sincerely, Esparza, Patty From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Friday, April 13, 2018 12:46 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Agenda Item 14 Art in Public Places Master Plan AGENDA COMMENT -----Original Message From: Valerie Greeley [mailto:val.greeleyftmail.com] Sent: Friday, April 13, 2018 12:45 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.councilPsurfcity-hb.org > Subject: Agenda Item 14 Art in Public Places Master Plan Dear Council members, I write to you as a resident of Huntington Beach who is active in the arts. I am president of the docent council at the Orange County Museum of Art. It would be a wonderful benefit to the community to have a more aggressive plan for art activities in our community. I travel to Newport, Laguna, and places beyond to take advantage of the various activities being offered to people who are interested in both viewing and participating in cultural options. Think of the opportunities we could provide to our many tourists as well. I am hopeful that this idea being spearheaded by Lyn Semeta comes to fruition. Valerie Greeley My husband, Tom Greeley, joins me in support of this item. SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: 4)/4 & Agenda Item No.: 1 April 16, 2018 Dear City Council, City of Huntington Beach, We endorse a Master Art Plan for Huntington Beach. For years Huntington Beach has not had a congruent plan for development of good architecture, design and public art. Pacific City is a welcome change to that with it's modern design and style and is just the beginning of bringing much needed Southern California design and style to the public eye. Public art has been sorely missing. When you travel to other cities such as Seattle, public art is important and brings people out into the public to enjoy not only the artwork but public spaces as well. It certainly brings a fantastic sense of community and comradery. Not only will it help Huntington Beach become a modern destination for travelers, it will also help Huntington Beach to grow and develop it's existing iconic sense of ocean, sand, surf and the love of the outdoors. We ask the City Council to bring the Master Art Plan to Huntington Beach and help to make us all proud to live in this great city. SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: Agenda Item Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 16, 2018 7:57 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Public Art Master Plan AGENDA COMMENT From: jarossi@verizon.net [mailto:jarossi@verizon.net] Sent: Friday, April 13, 2018 4:09 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Public Art Master Plan Dear Council Members, I am in support of the Agenda Item #14 related to development of a Master Plan in Huntington Beach for Public Art. As chairperson for the Huntington Harbour Art Association annual Fine Art Exhibit I am keenly interested in seeing a cohesive plan to bring more universal public art to Huntington Beach. The term "Surf City" is a local term and does not do justice to all the cultural development possible in this fine city. With the superb Central Library and Huntington Beach Art Center artists are able to display their art for residents and visitors. More public events to encourage art on display can be planned for the city. An example is Redondo Beach Art Exhibit called "California 101" which draws artists from many near-by cities. Public art in community gathering places is a draw for visitors. It can be a place to rest on benches, dine on food, relax and/or shop. An integrated plan for public art can complement the character of the city and enhance a more cosmopolitan aura. A haphazard approach will not add dignity to the endeavor and therefore I strongly urge you to persu the development of a Master Plan for Art, Sincerely, JoAnn Rossi iarossiPverizon.net 562 598-4967 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: Agenda Item Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 16, 2018 7:57 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Art in Public Places AGENDA COMMENT From: Elise Masseling [mailto:elisemas133@gmail.corn] Sent: Friday, April 13, 2018 4:28 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Art in Public Places To all city council members, I whole heartedly support Lyn Semeta's Art in Public Places Master Plan. I expect/hope you do so too. Elise Masseling Member of HHAA SUPPLEMENTAL CO MUNICATION Meeting Date: q--16 -(8 Agenda Item No.:, Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 16, 2018 7:57 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: "Art in Public Places Master Plan" AGENDA COMMENT From: marioarossi@verizon.net [mailto:marioarossi@verizon.net] Sent: Friday, April 13, 2018 4:37 PM To: city.council@surfcity-hb.org . Subject: "Art in Public Places Master Plan" Dear City Council Members, I am very energized to see The City of Huntington Beach adding Art to it's other treasures. The City is gifted with, miles of beautiful Ocean Beaches, wonderful Southern California weather and most importantly, enthusiastic and engaged residents, a thriving community of artists and Businesses. In addition to Museum and art galleries, many other Cities have had highly successful plans to include Art as a part of their overall landscape. I recall my visit to Chicago when the Business community painted life-sized cows in front of their shops. It was a great success and emulated many times in other Cities. Dana Point recently had their miniature elephants. Heh... Huntington is "Surf City" and there are all sizes of surf boards just waiting to be gussied up and speak their minds. In any case, the plan to implement an overall City-wide Master Art plan should be formulated in a thoughtful and reasoned manner by competent members of both the Art and public sectors. To finish, I think Council Member Lyn Semeta's agenda item #14, "Art in Public Places Master Plan", deserves your thoughtful consideration and approval. Sincerely, Mario A. Rossi, Architect marioaross@verizon.net 562-598-4967 SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date:_. Agenda Item 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 16, 2018 7:53 AM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Agenda Item #14 — Art in Public Places Master Plan AGENDA COMMENT From: Robyn Stauffer [mailto:rstauffer123@hotmail.com] Sent: Saturday, April 14, 2018 11:33 AM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Agenda Item #14 — Art in Public Places Master Plan Dear City Council members, I wasted to take the time to let you know what I am in support of Agenda item #14-Art in Public Places Master Plan. I think having a plan of this sort will be great for the city much like it is in Seattle. I'd love to see art installed in places where people already takes walks if that is possible, or create an art walk somewhere. One of the things I always have admired about big cities is the art installed in front of tall buildings. I know where don't have that option here but I do think we have lots of other options. Thank you, Robyn Stauffer SUPPLEMENTA L COMMUNICATIO N Meeting Date: Agenda Itern Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 16, 2018 1:26 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Master plan for Public Art AGENDA COMMENT From: EILEEN MCCULLOUGH [mailto:mccullhart@gmail.co Sent: Monday, April 16, 2018 1:25 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Master plan for Public Art Dear City Counsel, My name is Eileen McCullough and I am writing to support the City of Huntington Beach to establish a Master Public Arts Plan. I am a residence of H.B. and work as a artist. I teach watercolor classes at the Art Center and am now the President of The Huntington Beach Art League. The Huntington Beach Art League has over 240 members . Many of these members are established professional artists. We are by not only the largest art group in Orange County but the most passionate and generous. I also was on the Allied Arts Board for H.B. To my surprise I learned that the Arts were put on the back burner. Now that the City is expanding with new hotels, new apartment and business complexes , I feel the counsel should reevaluate the importance art in our community. Besides enriching our community the investment can be financial as well. Most important is that the future of art in H.B. should be in the control of the City Counsel and a professional planner. Thank you Eileen McCullough SUPPLEMENTAL COMMUNICATION Meeting Date: Agenda Item No. 1 "The lack of an overall plan or strategy [for public art] has created a vacuum that has led to the emergence of groups and individuals outside of the City's formal structure to propose and/or work on creating pieces of art for placement, some at culturally significant sites throughout the City. A comprehensive Public Art Plan, which outlines procedures for public engagement, management, funding, artist definition, approvals, site selection, and the like would ensure continuity of installations, design, integrity, and help promote Huntington Beach as a destination to enjoy significant public art." r )4treit y A4-) ir)a-ekr-c. C:=1- 1. Would the Councilwoman please describe the "vacuum" in more detail and why, if it truly exists, it needs to be addressed by government rather than the private sector. 2. Would the Councilwoman please identify which "groups and individuals," specifically, to whom she is referring. Are there any groups or individuals currently and actively engaged in public art in Huntington Beach other than the Huntington Beach Public Art Alliance? 3. Would the Councilwoman please discuss why she believes we need a "formal structure" for art. Isn't art suppose to be a creative process which embodies freedom of expression? 4. Would the Councilwoman please identify the specific "pieces of art" and the "culturally significant sites" to which she is referring. 5. Would the Councilwoman please describe "continuity of installations, design, integrity" and how this plays a role in public art. 6. Some of this agenda item was written by a consultant from St. Simons Island, Georgia. Would the Councilwoman please describe how this relates - to Huntington Beach and would she please identify other sources of content, if any. ALLIED ARTS BOARD CULTURAL PLAN UPDATE DRAFT VISION STATEMENT The City of Huntington Beach Cultural Plan identifies & encourages the broad diversity of arts, cultural and literacy opportunities. The Plan seeks ways to enhance, develop and create accessibility to the arts for each member of the community. PROPOSED GOALS AND OBJECTIVES 1. GOAL: Enrich the community through active and visual arts, cultural and literary opportunities that reflect the diverse segments of our community 1.1 Build avenues for communication within the arts community and participation in arts and cultural activities by: o Utilizing current technologies in communication, including print and digital media. • Establish networking opportunities for artists, arts organizations and cultural groups, using channels such as the Arts and Culture Summit. • Utilize city media resources and social media to promote and support educational programs and art events o Improve access to all arts and cultural activities by creating an easily accessible calendar of arts and cultural events 1.2 Promote and build public awareness of the full range of arts and culture in Huntington Beach • Encourage participation in arts, literary and cultural programs by providing avenues for increased exposure to cultural activities • Continue expansion of cultural arts events and programs such as workshops, seminars, concerts in the park and community cultural festivals • Broaden current programing that provides strong arts, music and literary educational opportunities • Advocate for opportunities to expose youth to the arts, including arts education programs and access to cultural events and activities o Maintain and continue to develop and promote the Bi-Annual Allied Arts Awards which honors local performing and visual artists, educators and supporters RECEIVED FROM CZV--4004 -14 AS PUBLIC RECORD FOR COM( MEETING OF r CITY CLERK OFFICE ROBIN ESTANISLAU. CITY CLERIC 1.3 Promote Cultural Tourism as a vital element of the local economy and attract visitors and tourists interested in cultural events • Develop and promote walking and driving tours of cultural and historical landmarks and public art installations O Support the Downtown Art Walk to enable its ongoing success O Encourage the promotion by Visit HB and the Chamber of Commerce to market the community's cultural assets to visitors and request that the community's arts related events and programs are represented in their promotional materials 1.4 Strengthen "existing" and create new public and private partnerships in the arts and culture sector. O Create and foster alliances with community businesses and non-profit organizations O Utilize outside community resources to network with other arts organizations such as Arts Orange County and California Association of Local Arts Agencies. * Nourish and support cultural exchanges with the Sister City Association and other cultural exchange programs 2. GOAL: Provide for a mix of cultural facilities that support and encourage a diverse and vibrant range of art creation, study and presentation 2.1 Develop a plan to assure that existing arts and cultural facilities are rehabilitated, maintained and utilized effectively * Ensure support, funding, staffing and maintenance of the City Art Center as a facility for the creation, study and presentation of art events and programs O Improve, enhance and maintain existing library facilities. Explore possibilities of lowering rental fees for community arts and cultural groups making it as easy and affordable for arts organization to use city facilities 2.2 Research the feasibility, funding and desire for a new Performing Arts Center to include a theater for community performing groups and organizations and a 1200-2000 seat performing venue 2.3 Develop and enhance outdoor areas for performance, exhibitions and public events including the development of Celebration Plaza at the Art Center 3. GOAL: Establish and maintain public and private funding sources that contribute to the city's cultural goals and activities 3.1 Create and foster dedicated revenue streams for the arts to fund implementation of this plan o Develop partnerships between the arts and tourism sectors to explore the dedication of a portion of the transient occupancy tax to support cultural tourism O Support programs that encourage individual and corporate philanthropic support of arts and culture 3.2 Encourage efforts of non-profit, private and community organizations to apply for grants and promote donations to support arts culture. 3.3 Endorse and support volunteer involvement in arts, cultural and literary programs and events. • Consider a City Arts Volunteer program for a strong source of community support and participation 3.4 Focus resources to fund support of community cultural arts programing and promotion • Fund the Allied Arts Board to enable production of arts and culture award programs, workshops and events. 4. GOAL: Highlight the city's unique cultural heritage through its built environment 4.1 Integrate creative design elements related to our cultural heritage into public infrastructure whenever possible such as bike racks, light poles, benches, bus stops, etc. 4.2 Ensure that the City ordinances, programs and policies create an environment which cultivates the importance of design quality, creativity and innovation that is compatible with our city's unique qualities 4.3 Review and request zoning regulations that encourage a favorable environment in which to develop an arts district or cultural corridor to include affordable artist living/work spaces 4.4 Develop opportunities for controlled street art programs on waste containers, lifeguard towers, etc. 4.5 Encourage businesses to include artwork in the public area of their facilities 4.6 Improve the visual appearance of visitor routes and entrances to the city 4.7 Include public art in capital improvement projects and private development projects 4.8 Design, fund and implement a temporary "Art in the Parks" public art policy 5. GOAL: Maintain a City organization structure and policies that reflect the role of arts and culture in our economic future 5.1 Continue to support City Arts staff (Cultural Services Division) to coordinate art exhibitions and programs for the Huntington Beach Art Center, support the implementation of the City Cultural Plan and represent the Huntington Beach Art Center's events and programs to the community 5.2 Advocate for the Allied Arts Board to continue to play an active role in the cultural life of the city • The Allied Arts Board may gather information from the community and provide input on: developing new audiences for arts and cultural activities, the need for additional cultural facilities, and the City Public Art Program. Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 16, 2018 5:08 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Agenda Item #14 Art in Public Places Master Plan AGENDA COMMENT From: Roni Ellis [mailto:REllis@losal.org] Sent: Monday, April 16, 2018 5:02 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.council@surfcity-hb.org > Subject: Agenda Item #14 Art in Public Places Master Plan Dear Mayor Posey and Council Members Peterson, Hardy, Semeta, Brenden, Delgleize and O'Connell; I am writing this email in support of Agenda Item #14: Art in Public Places. As an educator and proud Huntington Beach resident, I believe that the display of art in public places sends a message of pride and allows an opportunity for our residents to address social, environmental and even historical events. My husband and I own a home in the desert city of La Quinta. La Quinta prides itself on the public art that is displayed at city offices, parks, medians, traffic circles, recreation centers, etc. In addition, developers are required to sponsor an art piece to be displayed publically. It has made a lasting impression on the residents of La Quinta and the hundreds of thousands of tourists who visit for the festivals, tennis, concerts, and golf that the city has to offer. Please consider this as an opportunity to do the same here in Huntington Beach. Thank you...have a great meeting tonight. ;) Rah, McGaugh! Roni L. Ellis, Principal J.H. McGaugh 1698 Bolsa Ave. Seal Beach, CA 90740 562)799-4560 rellis@losal.org LOS ALAMITOS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT I tntitaL2),,JU POt=S+130 n 1.01,' 1 401 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 16, 2018 3:10 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Art AGENDA COMMENT Original Message From: Hbsusanh [mailto:hbsusanhOaol.com] Sent: Monday, April 16, 2018 3:00 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <citv.councilOsurfcity-hb.org > Subject: Art I would like to submit this letter in support of Lyn Semeta's proposal for a city wide policy to enhance art in public places in our community. As a growing tourist destination I believe that it would be beneficial to have art to showcase our city's culture and history. Please support this proposal. Susan Harris 602 11th Street Huntington Beach Sent from my iPhone hr 1 Harper, Gloria From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Dombo, Johanna Monday, April 16, 2018 3:52 PM Agenda Comment Fikes, Cathy; CITY COUNCIL FW: Art in Public Places Master Plan AGENDA COMMENT Original Message From: Bea Tamo [mailto:beatriztamokmail.com] Sent: Monday, April 16, 2018 3:47 PM To: CITY COUNCIL <city.councilPsurfcity-hb.org > Subject: Art in Public Places Master Plan To Honorable Mayor and City Council Members, I support the proposed project: Art in Public Places Master Plan. A comprehensive, well planned public art program that is collaborative and engaging brings many benefits to the city. Public Art is an ideal vehicle to create a sense of identify, community and connection to local history and culture. It would be amazing to see the history of Huntington Beach told throughout the city using the visual arts. A Robust art program has the potential to sustain economic strength and attract business, and members of the art community from other cities. It would send the message Huntington Beach is a cultural city that embraces and supports the arts. I encourage the Mayor and Council Members to support this proposal. Yours Truly, Beatriz Tamo David R Tamo 1