Parks and Arts Commission

THE CITY OF LIBERTY LAKE PARKS & ARTS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES AUGUST 1ST, 2018 - 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Laina Schutz called the meeting of the Parks and Arts Commission to order at 4:00 PM on August 1st, 2018. ROLL CALL: Commissioner David Himebaugh Commissioner Laina Schutz Commissioner Laura Frank Commissioner Bridgette Harris Commissioner Tom Chamberlain Adjunct Anita Eylar Commissioner Tom Sahlberg Adjunct Bob Schneidmiller Commissioner Tom Stanley Excused Maintenance & Operations Director Jennifer Camp Administrative Assistant Tait Hunter Student Commissioner Caleb Betts Student Commissioner Katelyn Hansen Excused Student Commissioner Natalia Alva APPROVALS: The minutes from the July 18th meeting was approved. STAFF REPORT: Jennifer Camp briefly discussed with the commission the 6 year priorities list and how it potentially relates to the commission’s 5 year plan. NEW & UNFINISHED BUSINESS: Commissioner Schutz brought up the concept of providing proper recycling bins year round at parks and events such as the farmer’s market. Jennifer Camp noted that the City has temporary ones, but they are lower quality, and that due to recycling standards, they must be kept very clean. Commissioner Chamberlain brought to the other commissioners a Colville artists who could potentially be a usable source for art or advice. ACTION ITEMS: The commission discussed the funding plans that were discussed at the last July Council meeting. Jennifer Camp noted to the commission that having a proper 5 year plan in place would aid greatly in prompting the City Council to further back the commission. It has not been clarified yet on the legality of the commission performing fundraising projects, donation request projects, etc. Commissioner Schutz let the commission know that STCU had expressed interest in sponsoring a wrap box. Jennifer Camp added that Kristen from STCU had send an email confirming their interest. The concept of ACTION ITEMS: the City purchasing the wrap and STCU reimbursing the City is so far the recommended method of sponsorship. Commissioner Himebaugh offered to reach out to Kristen to further the process. It is the goal of the commission to be prepared for the wrap by the next meeting. Jennifer Camp discussed with the commissioners the possibility of the commission funding the Symphony. It was brought up that the Council was not necessarily comfortable with the Parks & Arts commission funding the Symphony at this time, but Jennifer Camp noted that a commissioner bringing the concept of a partnership to the council may be beneficial. Commissioner Frank brought up the concept of having historical photos be the first wrap box and have it ready in time for the City’s birthday as an unveiling. The commissioners agreed this was a good potential start to the wraps project. The commission discussed also potential future box ideas and how those fit into the 5 year plan. The commission discussed further funding hurdles they may face, including justifying initial purchases to the City Council. Jennifer Camp discussed with the commission the concept of bringing on an Asset Management Service that will provide better projection of property and asset maintenance. Commissioner Sahlberg let the commissioners know that David Nota could be a resource, who offered to speak at the next Parks and Arts Commission meeting and answer questions. CITIZEN COMMENTS: Councilman Kennedy asked whether the commissioners liked the new layout of the chambers, which they agreed they did. He recommended that the commissioners begin to use the microphones for the recording and future video taping. Mayor Peterson agreed that the commission needed to present a proper plan to obtain a proper budget for all potential projects. He also spoke on the commissions being able to take pride in their positions for bringing up the community with art. MEETING ADJOURNMENT: The meeting concluded at 5:09 PM.