SYVPI is a paid learning and work opportunity for youth. Of the 19 applicants, 6 will be funded. SAC asked for ARTS to present the longitudinal impact of the program in 2016. Motion: Amy moved to approve the panel recommendations for 2015 WRAP funding cycle. Carlo seconded. All present approved. Director’s Report: Randy Engstrom reporting ARTS is continuing work on the office re-organization and the LHPAI non-profit transition. ARTS’ managers have been working on performance metrics for our programing including; events and outreach, youth engagement, and number of artists engaged through the public art program. Perri, Carlo, and Terri will sit on a downtown parks activation committee. City Council has issued a statement of legislative intent to increase ARTS’ reserve from $400,000 to $600,000 and ARTS will prepare a response next month. ARTS is working with the Mayor’s office to support the City of Literature conversation. LHPAI Update: Randy Engstrom The LHPAI transition committee has ended and ARTS, with Nyawela consulting, will start an implementation committee over the next six months to usher the organization into a non-profit. Terri, Sharon, Vivian and Calandra will be on the implementation committee. Randy asked for the SAC’s support to move forward with the stage of the transition process. Artist Presentation: Tariqa Waters on ArtSparks Tariqa Waters presented on her experience installing a temporary artwork in Occidental Park last year for the ArtSparks program. SAC Mission Statement: Amy Piñon All moved to approve the SAC mission statement to be: The Seattle Arts Commission supports the City by advocating for arts policy, creating access for equitable participation in the arts, and fostering enriching arts engagement for all residents. Announcements: June 3rd is the Commission Meet and Greet at Rhumba Notes Adjournment: 5:42pm
SYVPI is a paid learning and work opportunity for youth. Of the 19 applicants, 6 will be funded. SAC asked for ARTS to present the longitudinal impact of the program in 2016. Motion: Amy moved to approve the panel recommendations for 2015 WRAP funding cycle. Carlo seconded. All present approved. Director’s Report: Randy Engstrom reporting ARTS is continuing work on the office re-organization and the LHPAI non-profit transition. ARTS’ managers have been working on performance metrics for our programing including; events and outreach, youth engagement, and number of artists engaged through the public art program. Perri, Carlo, and Terri will sit on a downtown parks activation committee. City Council has issued a statement of legislative intent to increase ARTS’ reserve from $400,000 to $600,000 and ARTS will prepare a response next month. ARTS is working with the Mayor’s office to support the City of Literature conversation. LHPAI Update: Randy Engstrom The LHPAI transition committee has ended and ARTS, with Nyawela consulting, will start an implementation committee over the next six months to usher the organization into a non-profit. Terri, Sharon, Vivian and Calandra will be on the implementation committee. Randy asked for the SAC’s support to move forward with the stage of the transition process. Artist Presentation: Tariqa Waters on ArtSparks Tariqa Waters presented on her experience installing a temporary artwork in Occidental Park last year for the ArtSparks program. SAC Mission Statement: Amy Piñon All moved to approve the SAC mission statement to be: The Seattle Arts Commission supports the City by advocating for arts policy, creating access for equitable participation in the arts, and fostering enriching arts engagement for all residents. Announcements: June 3rd is the Commission Meet and Greet at Rhumba Notes Adjournment: 5:42pm