PROVINCETOWN ART COMMISSION
PROVINCETOWN TOWN HALL
JUDGE WELCH ROOM
THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2006 3:00 P.M.
Members present: Stephen Borkowski- Chairperson, Erna Partoll, Peggy Prichett. James Bakker arrived at 3:10, Napi Van Derek arrived at 3:18 pm.
Members absent: Georgia Coxe with notice.
The meeting was called to order at 3:02 pm by Stephen Borkowski, Chair.
The minutes for the February 17, 2006 minutes were distributed for review.
Approval of previous
meeting minutes
Motion: Peggy Prichett Second: Erna Partoll
To approve the minutes of Feb. 17, 2006 as written.
Vote: 3-0-0
Chairman’s report
The report contained information to apprise the Commission of changes to the financial report and the status of framing and conservation work in progress. He then outlined the details of the exhibition “Networking” to be held at the Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum Spring 2006.
A sample of the Oliver Chaffee postcard was circulated. It was noted that the Supports of the PPL wished to produce a postcard of the Mary Spencer Nay and the Commission reviewed the costs, pricing and sales outlets. The cards will be priced at $1.00 each.
In that the Commission had not yet purchased a digital camera despite voting to approve such matter at a previous meeting, the relative merits of such a purchase was discussed at length. After some discussion the following motion was made.
Motion: Peggy Prichett Second: Erna Partoll
To rescind the previous decision to purchase a digital camera.
Vote: 5-0-0
The Chair discussed the gift fund account status and project list was reviewed regarding proposed expenditures from the fund.
New Business
The Chair initiated a discussion about a request from Amy Heller for changes to be made to the design of the Art Commission portion of the Town’s website. After lengthy discussion, the Commission agreed to support Amy’s request for changes to the non-visible portions of the website. The work would be executed the the original website designer, Donald Coxe at a proposed cost of $375.00
The Chair distributed photographs and information on a proposed donation of a large oil done on a door panel, for consideration.
Motion: Napi Van Derek Second: Peggy Prichett
To not accept the proposed gift into the Collection.
Vote: 5-0-0
The Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum would like to borrow a number of works for an exhibition to be held in the spring regarding the integration of the fishing community and its influence on the arts. The board had a thorough discussion about making sure the pieces are properly insured, prepared, and handled.
Motion: Stephen Borkowski Second: Peggy Prichett
To accept the request for the loan of the pieces subject to proper insurance verification and a written loan agreement.
Vote: 5-0-0
Napi commented that some effort should be made to find an easier way to insure the pieces which would allow for them shown in more venues around the community.
It was expected that a postcard of Charles Hawthorne’s “Crew of the Philomena Manta” will be produced by the Art Commission in conjunction with the exhibition at the PMPM.
Other New Business
Peggy Prichett stated she was approached by Harvey Dodd about two watercolor images he did of the Rose Dorothea which are part of the Town’s collection which are presently hanging at the Council on Aging. Harvey Dodd would like to see them restored and hanging at the library, he had offered to “restore” the works.
After some discussion, the Commission unanimously agreed that they will not make any guarantee where any work in the collection will be hung in the future. The Commission will continue to prioritize which items to include in the next fiscal budget. Peggy Prichett will respond to Harvey Dodd and let him know the Commission discussed the issue and agreed to table any discussions until the fall of 2006.
June 5 is the meeting about the public use of the Freeman’s St. building. The Commission will send the letter clarifying their position.
The next meeting will be in June at Town Hall, at that time the Commission will review the budgets, and the project list for the fall.
We will schedule no meetings in July or August.
Motion to adjourn: James Bakker Second: Peggy Prichett
Vote: 5-0-0
The meeting adjourned at 4:30
Respectfully submitted by
Carla Anderson,
Recording Secretary
Approved by ______________________________ at the meeting of ______________.
Stephen Borkowski, Chairperson