Cherry Hills Village Art Commission
Regular MeetingCherry Hills Village, CO · November 27, 2023
Minutes
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Minutes of the Cherry Hills Village Art Commission
City of Cherry Hills Village, Colorado
Monday, November 27, 2023, 10:00 am at City Hall
CALL TO ORDER
Co-Chair Schmidt called the meeting to order at 10:23 a.m.
ROLL CALL
Co-Chairs Dave Schmidt, Commissioners Christine Fedorowicz, Della Patteson, Benjamin Ortiz
Hill were present on roll call. Also present were Emily Black, Parks Project & Operations
Manager and Ginny Joseph, Public Works & Parks Clerk
Absent: Co-Chair Hall, Commissioners Morrow, and Moore
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
There was no audience participation.
CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Patteson moved, seconded by Commissioner Fedorowicz, to approve the
following items on the Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of October 30, 2023, Minutes
The motion passed unanimously.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. John Meade Park Sculpture Plaques & Installation
Manager Black informed the Commission that Joe Norman will be coordinating with Parks
Operations Supervisor Jeff Roberts for the installation of the sculpture bases for this or the
following week. He will then coordinate the sculpture installation on a following trip. Manager
Black stated that the installation is on track to be completed in December 2023.
Manager Black stated that Joe Norman has offered to create the plaques for each sculpture and
has sent language for the Commission to review. The Commission reviewed the three plaque
examples. There was discussion from the Commission on the wording of the Monarch plaque.
Manager Black said that she will ask Joe Norman to refine the wording. The Commission
approved the wording of the Hummingbird and Owl plaques.
Manager Black said that she would update the Commission on installation times; nothing else
has changed; no new donations have come in.
Commissioner Fedorowicz asked if Manager Black had sent the Donor List to the Commission
and Manager Black replied that she had, and she will resend it to Commissioner Fedorowicz. She
also noted that a donation request was being published in the Village Crier December 2023 issue.
b. Spring Event — “Resilience” series and Art Show
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Commissioner Fedorowicz and Commissioner Patteson updated the Commission on their
discussion with Denver Botanic Gardens. Commissioner Fedorowicz stated that there was some
confusion with what the Commission was requesting, and Denver Botanic Gardens offered to
bring in a traveling exhibit. She clarified to them that the Commission was looking for original
artwork from their artists. Denver Botanic Gardens said they would reach out to their teachers
and classes for interest and get back to the Commission by the end of November. Commissioner
Fedorowicz said that she would follow up with them this week.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hill asked if the Commission should reach out to local schools for
submissions since the event was kid friendly. Commissioner Fedorowicz replied that the last art
show was a children’s show, and it was challenging to get submissions. Commissioner Ortiz
Hill asked if the art teachers could be approached. Commissioner Patteson replied that yes, that
could be done. Commissioner Fedorowicz added that when she reached out to the teachers at
Cherry Hills Elementary School, they were overwhelmed and did not have the time to support
the event. Commissioner Patteson asked Commissioner Ortiz-Hill if he meant asking for the
teacher’s artwork and he responded that he meant the entire class.
Commissioner Fedorowicz discussed the challenge of limiting the show to the community versus
a broader call for art; she stated that she did not think there would be a problem getting 10-15
artists to submit work, with the ability to sell their pieces with a 10% commission to Cherry Hills
Village Art Commission. Manager Black replied that she would do some research but believes
the commission’s rate is set at 10 or 25%.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hill mentioned that he knows a board member at Denver Botanic Gardens
if the Commission felt that they needed to go reach out to the board.
Manager Black time-lined the planning process for the Spring event, with end of March,
February, and January meetings. The December meeting will be cancelled because of the
Christmas holiday; the event can be advertised in the March and April Village Crier editions.
The February Crier deadline is January 1 5t1 (before the next meeting) so there will be no
advertisement in that edition; email blasts and social media will also be used to advertise the
event. Commissioner Patteson asked if there would be signage for the event and Manager Black
replied that yes, signs could be ordered.
Commissioner Fedorowicz asked if the event was going to be free. Manager Black replied that a
decision had not been made. The Commission confirmed that the event will be free with
fundraising opportunities within the event. Manager Black then asked if the Commission would
be collecting RSVPs for the event. Commissioner Fedorowicz asked if there was an email blast
that could be done to get a gauge on attendance. Manager Black replied that collecting RSVPs
and putting up yard signs may cause confusion and the Commission would want to be consistent
with other City events. Commissioner Patteson asked how many people attend the City events.
Manager Black replied 100-150 attendants. Manager Black said the Commission can send out a
personal email to past donors. Commissioner Fedorowicz stated that the email could contain a
link to the event that could be forwarded to others who may be interested in attending.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hill suggested having a donation link in the invitation as well.
Manager Black asked the Commission what time they wanted the event to run. Commissioner
Fedorowicz said it should be held during the afiernoon since it was for families. Commissioner
Ortiz-Hill stated that he may not be able to attend the event. Commissioner Patteson suggested
12-4 and Manager Black suggested 12-2 to reduce thin attendance. The Commission agreed on
12-2. Manager Black informed the Commission that staff had made some Save The Date cards
for their Winter Celebration Table. She showed the Commission two options, and they chose
one.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hill asked if the Commission had considered creating merchandise around
the sculptures, possibly as a save the date or at the Spring event. For example, a holographic,
two-sided sticker. Commissioner Patteson mentioned a t-shirt with front and back images of the
sculptures. Commissioner Fedorowicz mentioned selling related items for children at the event.
Manager Black stated that there needs to be discussion at the January meeting regarding food
and vendors. Commissioner Fedorowicz asked if that was enough time and Manager Black
replied that earlier would be better. Commissioner Ortiz-Hill volunteered to work on the food
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vendor aspect of the event. Commissioner Fedorowicz mentioned In and Out has an inexpensive
food truck. Commissioner Ortiz-Hill mentioned snow cones.
The Commission discussed serving alcohol at the event but decided not to serve alcohol.
Commissioner Patteson asked how The Butterfly Pavilion exhibits work, and Manager Black
replied that they will bring a variety of insects to display, or Rosie the Tarantula, depending on
weather. Commissioner Patteson volunteered to reach out to The Butterfly Pavilion.
Manager Black said she would bring bounce castle and obstacle course examples to the January
meeting.
Commissioner Fedorowicz asked if a DJ would need to be hired. Manager Black replied that the
City usually streams music on speakers for their events. The Commission agreed that they could
do the same.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hill mentioned that he has two event tents that could be used.
c. Art Donation Application from Yoshimoto Saito
Manager Black showed the Commission a photo of what the Bamboo Girl sculpture would look
like in the Happy CanyonlQuincy Ave. area, stating that the City Park location would be best
used for the Sculpture on Loan Program. Co-Chair Schmidt asked about Quincy and Clarkson as
a possibility for Bamboo Girl and the Commission members agreed that location would be ideal
and discussed other locations where the ore cart, which is currently being displayed there, could
be relocated. Manager Black said she would look into replacing the ore cart with the Bamboo
Girl sculpture and would provide a photo mockup to the Commission at the next meeting.
Manager Black reminded the Commission that they had yet to recommend the donation and
suggested they recommend approval so the Commission can notify the artist, and the donation
can be finalized and presented to Council. Commissioner Patteson said she would feel more
comfortable if the rest of the Commission was present. Commissioner Ortiz-Hill agreed and
asked if the Commission should update the artist on when their decision would be made.
Commissioner Fedorowicz asked for clarification on art consultant Kendall Peterson’s
suggestion to pay Mr. Saito. Manager Black explained that the consultant suggested waiving the
standard donor upkeep donation from Mr. Saito, considering the recent break-in and theft in his
studio and his accident. Commissioner Patteson questioned if the artist still wanted to donate this
piece after these hardships and will ask Co-Chair Hall.
Commissioner Patteson asked about the outcome of the art pieces that the Mayor had offered to
donate to the City and Manager Black informed the Commission that the pieces are considered to
be decoration for the Council office and not a part of the Cherry Hills Village art collection.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no New Business.
REPORTS
a. Art Commission Co-Chairs
(i) Village Crier Dec 5, 2023, Deadline for January Issue
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The Commission can publish a Save The Date for the Spring Event on that issue.
A Cherry Hills Village Art Commission donation ask was published in the
December Crier issue.
b. City Staff
(i) Financial Update Manager Black stated that there has been no change since last
—
viewing of the budget.
(ii) December 25th meeting is cancelled, and a notice will be posted on the website.
The next meeting will be January 29th 2024.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 11:21 a.rn.
Commission Co9tir
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GinnJoseph,Pb1ic Wks & Parks Clerk
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Agenda
2450 East Quincy Avenue Phone: 303-789-2541
Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 Fax: 303-761-9386
Cherry Hills Village Art Commission Agenda
Monday, November 27th, 2023
This meeting will be held in-person at City Hall with no electronic participation.
10:00 a.m.
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call of Members
3. Audience Participation Period (limit 5 minutes per speaker)
4. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of October 30th, 2023 minutes
5. Items Removed From Consent Agenda
6. Unfinished Business
a. John Meade Park Sculpture Plaques & Installation
b. Spring Event – ‘Resilience’ series and Art Show
c. Art Donation Application from Yoshitomo Saito
7. New Business
8. Reports
a. Art Commission Co-Chairs
(i) Village Crier – Dec. 15th, 2023 Deadline for January Issue
b. Art Commission Members
c. City Staff
(i) Financial Update
(ii) Next Meeting: Monday, January 29th (Dec. 25th meeting cancelled)
9. Adjournment
Notice: Agenda is subject to change.
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Minutes of the Cherry Hills Village Art Commission
City of Cherry Hills Village, Colorado
Tuesday, October 30, 2023, 10:00 am at City Hall
CALL TO ORDER
Co-Chair Schmidt called the meeting to order at 10:07 a.m.
ROLL CALL
Co-Chairs Dave Schmidt and Pamela Hall, and Commissioners Della Patteson, Benjamin Ortiz-
Hill and Ann Marie Morrow were present on roll call. Also present were Emily Black, Parks
Project & Operations Manager and Ginny Joseph, Public Works & Parks Clerk
Commissioner Christine Fedorowicz arrived at 10:10 am
Absent: Commissioner Kristen Moore
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
There was no audience participation.
CONSENT AGENDA
Co-Chair Hall moved, seconded by Commissioner Patteson, to approve the following items on
the Consent Agenda:
a. Approval of September 26, 2023, Minutes
The motion passed unanimously.
ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. John Meade Park Sculpture and Fundraising
Manager Black asked the Commission how the Benson Sculpture Garden tour went, and Co-
Chair Hall replied that the guide was one of the 5 founders, and the tour was very colorful. The
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Commission agreed that they found both the studio and sculpture garden tours to be very
enjoyable. They all felt that the ‘Resilience’ sculptures will be well received by the residents of
Cherry Hills Village.
Manager Black stated that once the painting of the sculptures is done, installation will be
scheduled around the end of November or beginning of December.
Co-Chair Hall asked if there was a holiday event scheduled for the City and Manager Black
replied that the Winter Celebration is scheduled for December 1, 2023. She added that it’s an
evening event and located primarily in the City Hall parking lot so the sculptures would be
difficult to see.
Commissioner Morrow asked if the plantings around the sculptures had been decided, as she
prefers the plantings to mimic what is already out there; Co-Chairs Schmidt and Hall and
Commissioner Patteson agreed that it should look natural. Manager Black added that there are
already some native plant gardens in the City, and the City’s Horticulturalist will be choosing the
appropriate plants and designing the beds; she added that the Commission would also be
involved in the planning.
Co-Chair Schmidt asked if the sculpture bases had been installed; Manager Black replied that
they were and confirmed that the pads are concrete and will have a sandstone base. Co-Chair
Schmidt asked if Joe Norman would be involved with the installation and Manager Black
confirmed that he will be present at the installation.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hall asked if there was uplighting and Manager Black replied that there was
electricity at two of the locations. Commissioner Patteson asked if lighting the sculptures would
be allowed. Manager Black stated that there were some parameters in the City code that limit
lighting. Commissioner Ortiz-Hall asked if any other City sculptures had lighting and Manager
Black explained that only the sculptures around the Village Center had lighting; residents did not
want a lot of lighting around John Meade Park when it was being planned.
Manager Black said that the donation plaque would need to be discussed in the future; donations
were still coming in. Co-Chair Hall said that the Commission should wait until year end;
Commissioner Fedorowicz suggested waiting until the Spring Event on April 20, 2023, because
that’s when the silent auction will be held, and auction winners may want to be included on the
plaque. Manager Black suggested that the continued fundraising be specified that it is for the Art
Donation Account since the sculptures will be paid in full by year end. Co-Chair Hall asked if
the auctioning of the maquettes was different than fundraising and Manager Black clarified that
fundraising would continue, but it would be for the Art Donation Account. She also added that
the auction winners are purchasing the art and not only donating money.
Commissioner Patteson asked if the Commission could wait until after the auction to add the
winning names to the plaque; she added that it should be disclosed to the bidders that the funds
were being raised to replenish the Art Donation Account. Commissioner Ortiz-Hall asked if the
Commission would need to be clear on where donated funds would go and Commissioner
Fedorowicz replied that it did not matter, the funds would be replenishing the amount that was
spent on the sculptures. Co-Chair Hall suggested having a representation of the plaque at the
Spring event. Commissioner Morrow asked if an interesting plaque could be used. Co-Chair
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Hall asked where the plaque would be located. Manager Black replied that it would probably
hang in City Hall unless it was placed underneath the shelter within John Meade Park. Co-Chair
Hall and Commissioner Patteson agreed that that was a nice idea. The Commission agreed that
the plaque should have an interesting shape and perhaps Joe Norman could make the plaque.
Manager Black suggested approaching Mr. Norman after the sculptures are installed.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hall asked if there was a certain amount that needed to be raised;
Commissioner Fedorowicz replied that the goal was to replenish the Art Donation Account back
up to $30,000-40,000. Manager Black went over the budgeting for the sculpture and the balance
that would be left in the Art Donation account; she stated that although she will not have the final
balance until year end, the budget balance is closer to $10,000.00 so reallocation of funds can be
done by the January meeting. Commissioner Fedorowicz stated that the goal was to raise another
$20-30,000.00 and said she planned on reaching out to her contacts to ask for donations.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hall mentioned including the Art Donation Account at his holiday party as
another non-profit option for his guests to donate to. Manager Black stated that she would
provide donation cards to him for his use.
Co-Chair Hall asked if the Commission would be needing consultant Kendall Peterson
(ThereSquared, LLC) for the rest of the year. Manager Black replied that Theresquared would
not be needed for the sculpture installation so that would be extra money in the budget.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hall asked about insurance requirements for bouncy houses. Manager
Black replied that the city always requires the companies provide insurance and hires attendants
from the company to supervise. Obtaining a bouncy house with a nature related theme was
discussed by the Commission.
b. Spring Event – “Resilience” series and Art Show
Manager Black updated the Commission on Raffle Licenses and explained that the city is
ineligible to hold one.
Commissioner Fedorowicz stated that she still needs to get in contact with the Denver Botanic
Gardens. Manager Black replied that the topic can be continued to the next meeting.
Commissioner Ortiz-Hall asked if other artists could be contacted. Commissioner Fedorowicz
replied that the Botanical Illustration Class would be a good choice for obtaining several art
pieces since it’s a challenge to get pieces from individual artists.
c. Art Donation Application from Yoshimoto Saito
Commissioner Patteson asked if the artist had been approached about donating Bamboo Boy.
Manager Black replied that the Commission would need to decide to accept Bamboo Girl before
approaching him for the other piece. The Commission discussed the sculptural piece and where it
could be placed. They decided to visit the sculpture in Arvada. Co-Chair Schmidt asked the
height of the piece and Manager Black replied that it is 80 inches. Co-Chair Hall stated that she
felt bamboo was not related to the area. Manager Black mentioned that there was a lot of interest
in sustainability during the citywide Master Plan process and the artist did mention renewable
resources and eco-friendliness in his description of the piece. Commissioner Morrow suggested
asking art consultant, Kendall Peterson for her opinion on the piece. Manager Black said she
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would reach out to Ms. Peterson and send a poll to the Commission members to assist with
scheduling the trip to view Bamboo Girl. She will also add the item to the next meeting’s
agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
a. Art Donation Application from Mayor Brown
Manager Black explained that Mayor Bown had acquired three art pieces for the City Council
office within City Hall which she would like to donate to the City; the application was being
presented to the Commission to follow the Art Donation Policy. The Commission then walked to
the Council office to look at the pieces. Commission members returned a few minutes later and,
along with Manager Black, discussed the Art Commission’s standards for accepting art and the
importance of adhering to the Art Donation process.
Manager Black suggested treating the pieces as art on loan. Commissioner Patteson, Co-Chair
Schmidt, and Commissioner Morrow did not agree with that idea. Co-Chair Hall and
Commissioner Fedorowicz asked if there was a policy about allowing art in personal offices that
would not be affiliated with the CHVAC. Manager Black stated that there is no policy for art in
personal offices; the Art Donation Policy should be clarified if the Art Commission desires to
have a say in that issue, as the policy does not address that. Co-Chair Hall stated that the policy
does specify “permanent donation” which means the Commission would have to review and
accept the donation.
Co-Chair Schmidt asked for a motion to not accept the art donation from Mayor Brown as part of
the Cherry Hills Village permanent collection or the on-loan collection. Commissioner Patteson
motioned; Commissioner Morrow seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Fedorowicz suggested that City staff approach the Commission if they want more
art within the workspaces. Commissioner Patteson asked if some of those areas could be
identified for the Commission to make it a project to fill those areas with art. Manager Black
replied yes, but it would probably have to wait until mid-summer 2024.
REPORTS
a. Art Commission Co-Chairs
(i) Village Crier – Nov 5th, 2023, Deadline for December Issue
Manager Black stated that she may not know the sculpture installation date in
time for the December Crier issue. Commissioner Fedorowicz asked if instead
there could be a call for Art Commission donations and Manager Black agreed to
add that in the December issue of the Crier.
b. City Staff
(i) Financial Update – Manager Blask stated that there has been no change since last
viewing of the budget; she will have the final numbers by the end of the year.
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(ii) Artist Directory - Manager Black asked the Commission if they wanted to update
the list at the beginning of next year. Commissioner Patteson asked if an art
framing company could be listed; Commissioner Fedorowicz suggested the
Directory could be art-related resources; Co-Chair Hall replied that there
could be a separate category for art-related resources. Manager Black stated
that she will add this item to the January agenda. Commissioner Fedorowicz
suggested adding a request for artists that want to be added to the directory on
the December call for donation ad in the Village Crier.
(iii) Craft Table at Winter Celebration – Manager Black asked the Commission if
they would like to have a table at the event. Co-Chair Hall asked Co-Chair
Schmidt if last year’s table was successful; he replied that it was.
Commissioner Fedorowicz said she liked the pinecone owl craft for the
Winter Festival. Public Works & Parks Clerk Joseph added that the craft
would be a take-home item and would provide advertisement for the Spring
Event. Co-Chair Hall asked when the Winter Celebration was being held and
Manager Blask replied December 1, 2023, and added there would be a Santa,
hayrides, chili, cookies, cocoa, cider, games, and face painting; a Snow Queen
character will also be there. Commissioner Fedorowicz and Co-Chair Schmidt
volunteered to staff the table. Co-Chair Hall suggested having a few Art
Commission volunteers to cover the table.
(iv) Next Meeting: Monday November 27, 2023
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business the meeting was adjourned at 11:38 a.m.
_________________________________________
Commission Co-Chair
Name: ___________________________________
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Ginny Joseph, Public Works & Parks Clerk
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CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE
COLORADO
2450 E. Quincy Avenue Village Center
Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 Telephone 303-789-2541
www.cherryhillsvillage.com FAX 303-761-9386
ITEM: 6a
MEMORANDUM
TO: THE CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ART COMMISSION
FROM: EMILY BLACK, PARKS PROJECT AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
SUBJECT: JOHN MEADE PARK SCULPTURE PLAQUES & INSTALLATION
DATE: NOVEMBER 27, 2023
ISSUE
The ‘Resilience’ sculpture series planned for John Meade Park.
DISCUSSION
Background
The Cherry Hills Village Art Commission (CHVAC) selected permanent art for John Meade
Park. The three-sculpture series (titled ‘Resilience’) by Joe Norman features a great-horned owl,
a hummingbird, and a monarch butterfly; children leaping into the air appear from a different
angle. At the regular meeting on March 21st, City Council approved an anonymous donation of
$40,000.00 specifically for the great horned owl sculpture (Resolution 11, Series 2023). City
Council subsequently approved a contract with Joe Norman to commission two sculptures in the
series, with the third (the hummingbird sculpture) contingent on fundraising.
Fundraising
The Commission planned to hold an invitation-only fundraising event at Commissioner
Anderson’s home on Wednesday, April 26th. However, due to a lack of RSVPs, that event was
cancelled. The Commission decided at their May meeting to continue their fundraising campaign
through the Village Crier and social media outreach. As of May 30th, the Commission only had
$3,410.15 left to raise. At the June meeting, the Commission moved to re-allocate part of the
existing budget to commission the final sculpture. Staff gave the artist notice to proceed with the
third sculpture following the meeting.
Progress & Installation
All three sculptures are assembled and are being painted now. The Commission visited Mr.
Norman’s studio on October 24th and provided input on paint colors for the sculptures. The
sculptures are planned for installation in early December. Parks Operations Supervisor Jeff
Roberts will coordinate with the artist for the installation date.
Plaques
Joe Norman has provided suggested language for all three plaques (Exhibit A). The Commission
should provide any input on the language of the plaques at this meeting so we can move forward
with their production as soon as possible.
BUDGET
As of Nov. 20th, the following funds were allocated for the sculptures:
John Meade Park Permanent Sculpture Budget
Costs
Sculpture cost + contingency in proposal: $ 120,000.00
Plaque + video $680.00
Total: $120,680.00
Existing Funds
Credit (paid in 2022): $ 1,500.00
2023 Art Commission Budget: $ 14,180.00
Art Donation Account pre-fundraising: $ 41,575.49
2022 Fundraising total: $ 13,539.36
2023 Fundraising through May 30th: $ 6,475.00
Anonymous Donation for owl Sculpture: $ 40,000.00
Reallocated from CHVAC Budget (at June
meeting) $ 3,410.15
Total: $ 120,680.00
Donations received since reallocation $ 2,050.00
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
The Commission should provide any input on the language of the individual sculptures’ plaques
at this meeting so we can move forward with their production as soon as possible.
RECOMMENDED MOTION
None
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Plaques for ‘Resilience’ sculptures
'Resilience:
Owl/Boy'
Joe Norman, 2023
Each of the three sculptures in this group demonstrate a particular aspect of resilience that we
can use as a model for teaching those that come after us. The Great Horned Owl can nest and
hunt in a variety of settings, often using the old bedding of other species. It can be absolutely
silent or vocal depending on its needs and it survives on a wide range of prey. Its adaptability is
both remarkable and crucial for its survival in the face of habitat loss.
Funded by generous donations and the Cherry Hills Village Art Commission
'Resilience:
Spin/Monarch'
Joe Norman, 2023
Each of the three sculptures in this group demonstrate a particular aspect of resilience that we
can use as a model for teaching those that come after us. The Monarch Butterfly’s
interdependence with other species, namely us, is what allows their incredible migratory journey
through North America. They move through habitat for thousands of miles taking several
generations to complete. But, it is not a one-way relationship: we depend on them as well to
pollinate plants and farmland along the way.
Funded by generous donations and the Cherry Hills Village Art Commission
'Resilience:
Hummingbird/Runner'
Joe Norman, 2023
Each of the three sculptures in this group demonstrate a particular aspect of resilience that we can
use as a model for teaching those that come after us. The Broad-tailed Hummingbird is the most
common of its kind around the Front Range. You may be familiar with their bold behavior despite
weighing about as much as a nickel. They have a particular endurance that helps them survive in
widely varying ecosystems and a migration corridor that takes them from 10,000 ft in the Rockies to
the lowlands of Central America.
Funded by generous donations and the Cherry Hills Village Art Commission
2450 E. Quincy Avenue City Hall
Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE Telephone 303-789-2541
www.cherryhillsvillage.com COLORADO FAX 303-761-9386
ITEM: 6b
MEMORANDUM
TO: THE CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ART COMMISSION
FROM: EMILY BLACK, PARKS PROJECT AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
SUBJECT: SPRING SCULPTURE CELEBRATION & ART SHOW
DATE: NOVEMBER 27, 2023
ISSUE
Planning a celebration for the new ‘Resilience’ series and an art show in spring 2024.
DISCUSSION
Spring Event
At the September meeting, the Commission decided to hold a spring event to celebrate the new
‘Resilience’ sculpture series in John Meade Park. The celebration will be held in combination
with a botanical art show. The Commission selected Saturday, April 20th, 2024 as the date of the
celebration.
Ideas for the event discussed at the last meeting are included below. Staff has added actual or
estimated costs for vendors the City has worked with for other events:
• Entertainment:
o bounce castle ($800 – includes an attendant for 2 hours)
o live animal exhibitors (such as the Butterfly Pavilion or a raptor organization)
o a large canvas of each animal that children could color in or paint
o face painters ($285)
o fairy hair booth
o music (DJ, band)
• Favors:
o milkweed or native plant seeds
o butterfly nets
o butterfly kits
o Food trucks (per City Code, these would need to be pre-paid by the City; food and
other items cannot be sold in public spaces. For cost reference, in recent years
staff has hired an ice cream truck ($1,090) and a hot dog truck ($2,400 for 300
people; hotdog, chips, and a drink)
• Silent auction: Maquettes, hummingbird feeders
o Staff researched the possibility of holding a raffle (as originally discussed) and
discovered that per state statue, only qualified organizations such as nonprofits
and political parties can hold raffles. Local governments are not considered a
qualified organization, so a raffle is not a possibility for fundraising at the event.
• Tickets:
o Family tickets ($100) or individual tickets were discussed.
o Collecting RSVPs in advance was also considered.
Art Show
The art show will be held in the spring in conjunction with the sculpture celebration.
Commissioner Fedorowicz has reached out to the Denver Botanic Gardens’ School of Botanical
Illustration and can report on her phone call with their staff.
Items for further discussion include:
• The duration of the show (typically a few months)
• Whether alcohol will be served
• Whether there will be a judge/ whether awards (besides People’s Choice) will be
determined in advance
• Awards and prizes
At the June meeting, the Commission also discussed the possibility of involving the Cherry Hills
Village Garden Club in the show; this idea can be discussed during the meeting.
NEXT STEPS
The Commission can discuss any of the above items and determine next steps for this project.
ATTACHMENTS
None
2450 E. Quincy Avenue City Hall
Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 CITY OF CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE Telephone 303-789-2541
www.cherryhillsvillage.com COLORADO FAX 303-761-9386
ITEM: 6c
MEMORANDUM
TO: THE CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ART COMMISSION
FROM: EMILY BLACK, PARKS PROJECT AND OPERATIONS MANAGER
SUBJECT: ART DONATION APPLICATION FROM YOSHITOMO SAITO
DATE: OCTOBER 30, 2023
ISSUE
Considering a donation offer by Yoshitomo Saito of his
sculpture “Bamboo Girl”.
DISCUSSION
Artist
Over the summer, Co-Chair Hall received an email from
artist Yoshitomo Saito with an offer to donate his
sculpture “Bamboo Girl” to the City. Mr. Saito creates
one-of-a-kind bronze sculptures. He has previously
worked with the City; his “Colorado Loop Number 6”
was the sculpture-on-loan piece from fall 2014 through
spring 2017. It was placed outside of City Hall at the
corner of Quincy Ave. and University Boulevard (see
photo to the right).
Sculpture Donation
Mr. Saito has offered to donate his piece “Bamboo Girl”
to the City of Cherry Hills Village. Photographs of the
sculpture are included on the following page. The piece is on loan to the City of Arvada through
spring 2024 and is located in Arvada’s Memorial Park. Mr. Saito shared the following in an
interview about the exhibition:
“My name is Yoshi. I'm 63 years old and a bronze sculptor based in Denver. I cast
bronze, weld and finish my sculptures all by myself instead of relying on commercial
foundries to realize them. I've been exercising this manner of creative operation for the
past 35 straight years.
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The pair of vertical bronze sculptures ‘Bamboo Boy & Bamboo Girl’ might have some
figurative implication in its geometrical abstraction. It is a coincidence but in the park
setting where people gather, I find it appropriate. Why do I use the image of a bamboo
pole? That is because I want to remind Coloradans of and recommend the use of the
rather exotic but locally available material bamboo because it’s very eco-friendly and
esthetically pleasing. I don't deny the fact that it's coming from my Japanese cultural
taste either.”
Donation Process
The Commission has an established process for
accepting donations through the Art Donation Policy
(Exhibit A). Donors complete the Art Donation
Application (Exhibit B); this application is
considered by the CHVAC and voted on during a
meeting. Then, the donation can proceed to City
Council for approval. Placements in parks will need
to be presented to the Parks, Trails, and Recreation
Commission for approval as well (prior to
presentation to City Council). If the Commission is
interested in this piece but not in acquiring an
additional permanent piece at this time, the possibility
of a loan could also be discussed.
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Possible Locations
If interested, the Commission should discuss possible locations for the sculpture to be placed.
Available locations include (this is not an exhaustive list):
• The corner of Quincy & Happy Canyon
• City Park
• Three Pond Park
• Volunteer Park
Staff has created a mockup of what the sculpture may look like situated within the trees at
Quincy & Happy Canyon:
NEXT STEPS
The Commission can recommend approval of the sculpture donation at this meeting with a
location to be determined or schedule a time to visit the various suggested locations.
RECOMMENDED MOTION (IF NEEDED)
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“I move to recommend City Council approval of the donation of ‘Bamboo Girl’ by Yoshitomo
Saito.”
ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A: Art Donation Policy
Exhibit B: Art Donation Application for ‘Bamboo Girl’
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Exhibit A
City of Cherry Hills Village
Policies and Procedures
Adopted by the Cherry Hills Village Art Commission September 24, 2018
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Art Donation Policy
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Cherry Hills Village’s Public Art Program will accept permanent donations of artwork to
the City’s collection. Artwork in public locations is a vital component of Cherry Hills
Village’s quality of life, and through the generosity of individual, group and corporate
donations, we are able to increase the City’s collection. Donated artwork must be in
good condition; damaged or poorly maintained works of art will not be considered.
APPLICATION AND REVIEW PROCESS
Donation Application Form
Potential donors must contact City staffto request a Donation Application form. This
form requests standard information about the donated artwork, including statements
from donor and recipient, transfer and ownership issues, proposed contribution to the
City and community, liability, safety and maintenance issues, aesthetic quality and
artistic merit, materials and media, location and placement and installation information,
and valuation for insurance purposes.
Donation Approval Process
1. Donor submits application to City staff
2. City staff reviews application with applicable City departments
3. City staff presents application to CHVAC for review
4. If artwork is to be placed in a City park, City staff presents application to the Parks,
Trails and Recreation Commission for review
5. City staff presents application to City Council for review
The application will not continue on to the next step of the process unless it has been
approved by all previous review bodies.
Once an application is submitted, the approval process can take up to three-to-four
months. CHVAC is under no obligation to accept a donated work of art.
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Technical Review
Prior to acceptance of any donation, the CHVAC will also conduct a Technical Review
with City staff and other consultants, if necessary, for recommendations regarding
siting, materials, engineering, conservation and safety/ADA issues.
Funding
The CHVAC will request that all gifts to its art collection include a small amount of
funding (up to 10% of value) from the donor to be designated for future conservation
and repair of the artwork. While a donation application can be accepted without this
financing in place, it will be recommended in every case.
Contract
Following approval of the donation, the donor and City of Cherry Hills Village must enter
into a standard donation contract between both parties, outlining the circumstances of
the donation, as well as funding amounts and payment arrangements (if applicable).
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Exhibit B
CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE
COLORADO
2450 E. Quincy Avenue Village Center
Cherry Hills Village, CO 80113 Telephone 303-789-2541
www.cherryhillsvillage.com FAX 303-761-9386
ITEM: 8c(i)
MEMORANDUM
TO: THE CHERRY HILLS VILLAGE ART COMMISSION
FROM: EMILY BLACK, PARKS PROJECT & OPERATIONS MANAGER
SUBJECT: FINANCIAL UPDATE
DATE: NOVEMBER 27, 2023
2023 Budget
The Commission’s spending through November 20th, 2023 and the draft 2024 budget are
included on the following page.
Art Commission Expense Account
2022 Budget 2022 Expenses 2023 Budget 2023 Expenses 2023 Remaining 2024 Budget
(Final) (through 11/20/23)
Maintenance for City owned art:
Charlo $300.00 $ 300.00 $300.00 $300.00 $0.00 $300.00
Chainsaw $125.00 $ 125.00 $125.00 $100.00 $25.00 $125.00
Rubric $75.00 $ 75.00 $75.00 $50.00 $25.00 $75.00
Gusto $100.00 $ 100.00 $100.00 $150.00 -$50.00 $150.00
Quincy Farm Mangold $0.00 $ - $120.00 $0.00 $120.00 $0.00
Annual Event:
Invitations $500.00 $ 447.00 $500.00 $339.12 $160.88 $500.00
Stamps/Envelopes/Name Tags $200.00 $ 96.00 $200.00 $114.83 $85.17 $150.00
Speaker gift $50.00 $ - $50.00 $0.00 $50.00 $50.00
Host gift $115.00 $ - $100.00 $0.00 $100.00 $100.00
Food & drink $4,500.00 $ 2,100.03 $1,089.85 $0.00 $1,089.85 $5,000.00
Posters/Signs $200.00 $ - $250.00 $0.00 $250.00 $250.00
Sculpture-on-loan Program:
2024-25 Sculpture-on-loan N/A N/A $5,000.00 $0.00 $5,000.00 $10,000.00
Permanent Sculpture for John Meade Park:
Permanent sculpture - $10K originally allocated by Council
plus amount allocated from regular budget by CHVAC
$14,180.00 $ 2,500.00 $17,590.15 $525.82 $17,064.33 $0.00
Amount to be offset by fundraising (Art Donation Account)
$101,589.85 $88,500.00 $13,089.85 $0.00
Other:
ThereSquared, LLC $8,000.00 $ 1,933.75 $5,000.00 $400.00 $4,600.00 $5,000.00
CHLP Trail Walk kid art supplies
$70.00 $ - $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $100.00
Crew Series relocation $1,000.00 $ 500.00 N/A N/A N/A N/A
Receptions (art show or new installation) $1,000.00 $ 290.02 $500.00 $0.00 $500.00 $2,200.00
Fundraising magnets & stamps N/A N/A $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Misc. (unassigned) $35.00 $0.00 $0.00 $3,000.00 -$3,000.00 $1,000.00
Total: $ 30,450.00 $ 8,466.80 $132,589.85 $93,479.77 $39,110.08 $25,000.00
Art Commission Donation Account
Starting Balance 2023 $ 55,114.85
Donations received - JMP fundraising: $ 8,525.00 (does not include $40,000 donation; this appears in the Parks fund)
Current donation account balance: $ 63,639.85
Anticipated Starting Balance 2024 $ 2,050.00
Donations received: n/a
2024 donation account balance: $ 2,050.00
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