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ARTS COMMISSION <br />CITY OF NORTH OLMSTED <br />MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 18, 2020 <br />ROLL CALL <br />The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. via online public meeting. <br />Present: Sue Collander, Keith Behrendt, Jackie Chavez -Anderson, Bryan O'Malley, Leah <br />Rogalski-Davis, Wilma Kepperley <br />Absent: Stephanie Procter, Janelle Zauner-Hoffart, Laura Simna <br />Staff: Planning Director Kim Lieber, Administrative Assistant Nicole Rambo -Ackerman <br />REVIEW AND CORRECTION OF MINUTES <br />Keith moved, seconded by Bryan, to approve the Arts Commission minutes of September <br />16, 2020, motion passed 6-0. <br />REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES <br />Butternut Ridge Pocket Park <br />Kim reported that the paving and landscaping had been completed earlier that day. The <br />equipment needed to finish fabrication, the art piece may not be complete and available for <br />installation until early 2021. Due to short-term staffing issues and the upcoming wintry weather, <br />the streetscape banners will not be installed until the spring, after the art installation. Parks and <br />Recreation is looking at options for permanent signage to recognize Kiwanis, the grant funders <br />and donors. <br />Trek at the Rec <br />Bryan thought the families that attended were very appreciative that the event was held. The <br />stormy weather ended the event early but a good time seemed to be had by all. He was impressed <br />by how well organized the event was. <br />Halloween Decoratiniz Contest <br />A total of 17 entries were submitted for the contest. Keith thought it was interesting to see the <br />wide range in displays. There were different themes and some displays that were better when <br />viewed at night and others that were better when viewed during the day. The judging committee <br />unanimously agreed on the winner. Leah thought it was well-received by the community and was <br />low maintenance for the Commission to execute. She wanted to do the event again next year, Sue <br />and Kim agreed. If the event is held again, there are some things that the Commission could <br />consider. A time should be designated for judging so entrants can make sure to have their <br />displays fully operational. Public voting could be incorporated in the judging. A discussion <br />should be had if the same winner would be allowed to win multiple years with the same display. <br />Veterans Art Gallery <br />The art gallery was shared at the beginning of October. Articles in the West Life and <br />Cleveland.com helped share some of the veterans' stories and add context to the artwork. Nicole <br />thought the amount of people interacting with the Celebrate Facebook post was low but there <br />