October 19, 2011

Commissioners Present: Lorraine García-Nakata, Greg Chew, PJ Johnston, Dorka Keehn.

Commissioners Absent: Barbara Sklar.

Staff Present: JD Beltran, Mary Chou, Allison Cummings, Carol Marie Daniels, Marcus Davies, Jennifer Lovvorn, Jill Manton, Kate Patterson, Susan Pontious, Zoë Taleporos.

Note: All votes are unanimous unless recorded otherwise.

The meeting commenced at 3:01 p.m.

1. Port of San Francisco
Susan Pontious

Program Director Susan Pontious introduced Kanya Dorlan from the Port of San Francisco, who presented the proposed modification to the Art Ribbon on the Embarcadero Promenade. Ms. Dorlan noted that in the past, the Port of San Francisco had requested authority to raise the Art Ribbon to address pedestrian traffic flow. She explained that the Port is now requesting the removal of a particular bollard integrated into the Art Ribbon design, as well as the leavening of certain raised sections of the Art Ribbon to be reconstructed flush with the pavement. Ms. Dorlan explained that these modifications would allow for ramps compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) to be installed along Pier 26 on the Embarcadero Promenade.

Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives Jill Manton inquired if the modification was necessary since it was proposed to an unusual portion of the Art Ribbon. Ms. Dorlan replied that the addition of the two ADA compliant ramps would reduce the amount of sidewalk at Pier 26. Reconstructing the Art Ribbon to be flush with the pavement would allow more room for pedestrian traffic. Ms. Manton stated that San Francisco Arts Commission (“SFAC”) staff is recommending the accommodation of Port’s request. She commented that the Art Ribbon was designed to be modular so sections could be removed or altered. Ms. Manton added that the Art Ribbon artist should be notified of the modification and requested that SFAC staff see submittals of colored concrete and inspect the final work.

Motion: Motion to grant approval to the Port of San Francisco to modify the Art Ribbon where adjacent to Pier 26 on The Embarcadero Promenade, to allow raised sections to be reconstructed flush with the adjacent pavement. Reconstructed sections would continue the light concrete paving and glass block as per established Art Ribbon specifications.
Moved: Chew/Keehn

Motion: Motion to allow the Port of San Francisco to make modifications to the
Art Ribbon where previously authorized by the Arts Commission without including electrical lighting components.
Moved: Chew/Keehn

2. North Beach Library
Mary Chou

Project Manager Mary Chou stated that during the September Visual Arts Committee (“VAC”) meeting, Commissioners had approved artist Bill Fontana’s design for a sound sculpture at the North Beach Branch Library upon certain revisions of his proposal. Ms. Chou explained that the Commissioners had asked Mr. Fontana to revise the selection of sounds included in his composition and to work with the project architect on the location of the artwork’s speakers. Ms. Chou reported that, following the request of the VAC, she and Mr. Fontana led a tour of Mr. Fontana’s sound sculpture exhibition Sonic Shadows at SFMOMA on October 13, 2011 for project stakeholders including staff of the Recreation and Park Department, the San Francisco Public Library and members of the North Beach Branch Library Artist Selection Panel. She noted that the tour allowed participants to experience Mr. Fontana’s work with it use of directional sound and to respond with any questions regarding his design for the North Beach Branch Library.

Commissioner García-Nakata inquired about the stakeholders’ response to the meeting and Mr. Fontana’s design. Ms. Chou reported that the response was largely positive with some questions about the location of the artwork’s speakers. She noted that the project architect had proposed imbedding some speakers into the landscaped areas outside of the Library. However, due to concerns from the Recreation and Park Department regarding the installation of speakers in the landscaping, and to remain consistent with the artist’s original concept for the artwork, Ms. Chou reported that all speakers will be installed along the eaves of the Library. Ms. Chou introduced Mr. Fontana to present the revisions to his design.

Mr. Fontana showed the Commissioners a diagram indicating the location of the artwork’s speakers. Mr. Fontana explained that mounting the speakers to the Library’s eaves will enable the transmittal of an ambient audio composition of sounds specific to the North Beach neighborhood that will merge with and respond to the neighborhood’s existing ambient sounds. Mr. Fontana cited the bell chimes of Saints Peter and Paul Church as a signature sound element of the North Beach area. He communicated his idea to do a 12 hour recording of the bell’s cycle which would play off-time with the actual bell chimes of the church to create a musical framing element for the sound sculpture as a whole.

Mr. Fontana specified other sources of sound he will include in the composition: field recordings of a wide range of situations (Chinatown markets, Cafés); recordings of signature events (Columbus Day Parade, Chinese New Year Parade); the Telegraph Hill Dweller’s archives of oral histories of North Beach residents; the Earwax Productions’ archive of North Beach Beat Generation recordings; and the artist’s personal archive of recordings. Mr. Fontana stated that he hoped to create a library of sounds not only in the form of a sculpture, but as an actual library accessible in the North Beach Branch. Director of Cultural Affairs JD Beltran suggested that an iPod dedicated to Mr. Fontana’s sound library could be accessed by library users of the North Beach Branch.

Commissioner Johnston asked Mr. Fontana to elaborate on his reason for incorporating the sound of the bell chimes. He commented that the bell is a way of measuring time throughout the day and wondered if Mr. Fontana’s sound sculpture would compete or interfere with the sounds of the actual bell. Mr. Fontana explained that the bell recording would be programed to play off-time with the actual bell. He commented that in his experience doing similar projects, this type of recorded delay creates an interesting relationship to the real sound it mimics. Commissioner García-Nakata commented that she was happy to see the inclusion of oral and literary history in the sound composition and raised the issue of the sound sculpture adding to the already high level of noise in the area. Mr. Fontana responded by saying he is interested in how most people have learned not to listen to the sounds of their environment. He stated that all his projects incorporate found objects in the form of sound re-contextualized to create new perspectives. He hopes to bring attention to everyday sounds and establish a dialog between them and the listener. In response to the concern about noise level, Ms. Pontious emphasized that the sounds from the sculpture can only be heard in direct proximity to the speakers which are highly directed.

Commissioner García-Nakata called for public comment.

Robert Livingston said that he came to San Francisco in 1999, was homeless and slept every night in the doorway of the North Beach Branch Library. He noted that he obtained a Street Artist license from the SFAC and sold his goods at Fisherman’s Wharf. He stated his opposition to Mr. Fontana’s sound sculpture saying that the idea was a “slippery slope” and was bad for the City. Mr. Livingston commented that, in general, the City has too much noise and people want to make an imprint on the environment wherever they can. He stated that Mr. Fontana’s artwork represented an “insidious niche” as an artificial copy of real sound. Mr. Livingston added that he became homeless because he wanted to be somewhere quiet such as North Beach at 3:00 a.m. He described Mr. Fontana’s artwork as “Orwellian,” stating that soft sounds can be undesirable and potentially bothersome. Mr. Livingston stated that he was also tired of art that has an agenda to teach the public something. He added that sound waves are substantive, have mass and do affect us. Mr. Livingston then reiterated his opinion of the artwork as a “slippery slope.”

Peter Warfield, executive director of the Library Users Association stated that he had serious concerns about what is going on at the Arts Commission. He noted that the agenda did not include an item for general public comment and would appreciate sound amplification at the meeting. Mr. Warfield stated that the North Beach Branch Library item interested him because he was concerned about the public awareness of the project. He stated that he goes to every Library Commission meeting and did not recall the SFMOMA tour being mentioned. He emphasized that he was concerned about decisions being made about public art projects without proper input from the public. Mr. Warfield referenced Mr. Fontana’s temporary artwork Spiraling Echoes at City Hall stating that he was puzzled by the artist’s choice of sounds which he felt potentially added to noise pollution. Mr. Warfield also commented that Mr. Fontana’s view of what constituted the sounds of North Beach may differ from other people’s viewpoints. Mr. Warfield asked how the power needed to sustain the sound sculpture would impact the North Beach Branch’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design status. He asked how the artwork would be experienced by those who are hearing impaired. He also asked if the Arts Commission was prepared to issue iPods or CDs to the public to access the library of sounds the artist is proposing.

Motion: Motion to approve revised conceptual design of Bill Fontana’s proposed artwork for the North Beach Library and proceed to design development.
Moved: Johnston/Keehn

3. Church Duboce
Jennifer Lovvorn

Project Manager Jennifer Lovvorn gave an update regarding the proposed location for Gateway by Primitivo Suarez-Wolfe. Ms. Lovvorn reminded the Commissioners that the artist was commissioned to create a two-part project. The first is a series of cast chairs for the intersection of Church Street and Duboce Avenue; the second is a landmark artwork to be located near the intersection of Church and Market streets. Ms. Lovvorn noted that the location of the landmark artwork had been discussed with the Commissioners at a prior meeting and that two locations were considered: the base of the Safeway steps on Church Street at Market; and the bulb out on Market and 14th streets. Ms. Lovvorn mentioned that the Commissioners had preferred the Safeway location, which is privately owned property. In the process of requesting permission to install the artwork at that location, staff encountered legal and long term logistical problems that made installation at this location infeasible. Due to these factors, Ms. Lovvorn requested that the Commissioners reconsider the bulb out location for this artwork. She presented a rendering by the artist showing the artwork at the approximate proposed installation location on the new bulb out and stated that the artwork, if installed at this site, would be a highly visible element along Market Street.

Commissioner Chew asked about the title of the artwork, Gateway, since the area is considered more of a crossroads. Ms. Lovvorn said that the artist was asked to create a “gateway artwork” and the title is a reference to that concept. She added that the Castro/Upper Market Community Benefit District is supportive of this project.

Commissioner García-Nakata called for public comment.

Mr. Warfield asked if there were explanatory documents for this item. He noted that an explanatory document was distributed at the meeting regarding the prior agenda item. Mr. Warfield requested copies of all explanatory documents related to the meeting’s agenda.

Motion: Motion to approve the location of Gateway by Primitivo Suarez-Wolfe to be installed at the planned bulb out at Market and 14th streets.
Moved: Johnston/Chew

4. Central Subway
Jennifer Lovvorn

Ms. Lovvorn presented an update on the Central Subway public art projects. Ms. Lovvorn began with an update on the Wayfinding artwork by artist Tomie Arai for the Chinatown Station of Central Subway. Ms. Lovvorn reminded the Commissioners of the new artwork locations they approved at the September VAC meeting: the parapet and platform. Ms. Lovvorn reported that the artist worked with her architects to come up with a layout design for the art glass panels that include irregular shapes and utilize custom color attachments to blend in with the artist’s imagery. Ms. Lovvorn emphasized that currently, she is working with Ms. Arai to integrate the structure of her artwork into the architect’s constructions documents. She noted that development of imagery will take place at a later stage and will involve community input and archival research of historic photographs.

Commissioner García-Nakata called for public comment.

Mr. Warfield stated that he was used to having explanatory materials available to the public and asked if the visual presentation for this item was provided to the Commissioners prior to the meeting. Mr. Warfield stated that he would like to inspect the visual presentation materials the Commissioners have viewed. He repeated his request to view explanatory documents from previous items.

Motion: Motion to approve Conceptual Design Phase (proposed materials) for the artwork by Tomie Arai for Central Subway Chinatown Station.
Moved: Chew/Johnston

Ms. Lovvorn presented an update on the Landmark artwork by artist Erwin Redl for the Union Square Market Street Station of Central Subway. Ms. Lovvorn reminded the Commissioners that Mr. Redl was selected to create artwork along the station concourse comprised of light-emitting diode (“LED”) panels. She noted that Mr. Redl’s concept is based on the Beatles song Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, thus the artist has arranged the LED lighting panels in a diamond grid pattern spanning the length of the concourse. Ms. Lovvorn reported that Mr. Redl had been working with the project team and an electrical engineer to refine the details of his design. Commissioner Johnston, who served on the artist selection panel for this project, mentioned that the selection process was highly competitive and felt Mr. Redl’s project will be amazing. Commissioner García-Nakata inquired if the project was keeping within the projected timeline and budget. Ms. Lovvorn replied that the project was currently both on time and within budget.

Commissioner García-Nakata called for public comment.

Mr. Warfield said that he appreciates and likes what the Arts Commission has done and did not want his comments to reflect otherwise. He stated that he would like to be provided with the explanatory documents for item two on the agenda. Mr. Warfield asked how he may view the visual presentation for this item.

Through the Chair, Commissioner Johnston noted that Arts Commission staff is available to help members of the public access information after the meeting adjourns.

Motion: Motion to approve Design Development Phase of the artwork by Erwin Redl (Paramedia LLC) for Central Subway Union Square Market Street Station.
Moved: Johnston/Chew

Ms. Lovvorn presented an update on the Wayfinding artwork by artists Jim Campbell and Werner Klotz for the Union Square Market Street Station of Central Subway. Ms. Lovvorn stated while much work had been done on this project, there are problems which have been encountered. Ms. Lovvorn reminded the Commissioners that the artist team had proposed a large scale installation featuring a ribbon-like arrangement of shiny, metallic discs suspended from the ceiling installed in a loop extending from the platform level through the escalator area to the concourse and returning through the opposite escalator area to the platform level to close the loop. Ms. Lovvorn explained that the concourse location at this station was given over to the Landmark artwork, and therefore eliminated from the proposed ribbon sculpture. She added that the escalator area has become problematic due to changes in the architectural design. The current configuration of the escalator area is open from above and would leave the artwork vulnerable to objects being dropped on it. She added that in the event that the artwork required maintenance, it would be difficult to access the highest portions of the artwork in the escalator area due to the need for complex and costly scaffolding. She stated that this would be problematic for the Arts Commission who is responsible for maintaining the artwork. She indicated that the staff recommendation is to further truncate the artwork and limit the installation to the platform level. Ms. Lovvorn noted that the artists are not pleased about the need for a change to their design at this late stage. Ms. Pontious stated that the architects have completed 90% of the construction documents, therefore decisions about this work have to be made quickly. Commissioner García-Nakata commented that there were many conditions pending and felt the discussion should be continued at the November VAC meeting. Commissioner Johnston agreed that the motion should be continued to a later date. Ms. Pontious requested direction from the VAC regarding limiting the artwork to the platform area and not including the area above the escalator. The Committee agreed with this direction.

Commissioner García-Nakata called for public comment.

Mr. Warfield agreed with the Commissioners that the item should not move forward. He stated that he heard practical suggestions on the part of the Commissioners during the discussion of this item and agrees with the Committee’s non-action.

THE FOLLOWING MOTION WAS TABLED

Motion: Motion to approve Conceptual Design (artwork placement) of the artwork by Jim Campbell and Werner Klotz for Central Subway Union Square Market Street Station.
Moved:

Ms. Lovvorn presented an update on the Landmark artwork by artist Catherine Wagner, for the Moscone Station of Central Subway. Ms. Lovvorn noted that this project is currently in the Design Development Phase and has evolved very slightly since the approved proposal. Ms. Lovvorn noted that the artwork design now features 6 laser etched granite panels installed flush with the station walls, floor to ceiling. Ms. Lovvorn pointed out that one panel has been split into two to accommodate the location of a door on the concourse level. Commissioner García-Nakata asked for the dimensions of the panels. Ms. Lovvorn replied that two sizes will be installed: ~13’ x 16’; and ~11’ x 15’.

Commissioner García-Nakata called for public comment.

Mr. Warfield requested to inspect the visual presentation materials related to this item.

Motion: Motion to approve Design Development Phase of the artwork by
Catherine Wagner for Central Subway Moscone Station.
Moved: Chew/Keehn

Following the actions, Commissioner Keehn gave a brief update on decisions made at the October 17, 2011 Civic Design Review Committee (“CDRC”) meeting. Commissioner Keehn explained that the design for the Central Subway, 4th and Brannan Street Platform had been revised. She noted that a pole designated for a sculptural artwork has been separated from the platform shelter.

5. SFAC Gallery
Aimee Le Duc

Gallery Manager Aimee Le Duc presented the SFAC Gallery exhibition for January 11 – April 14, 2012, Undetected and Vast. Ms. Le Duc stated that the exhibition will take place at the main gallery as well as the 155 Grove Street installation site, and will present six local artists ranging from the very emergent to the very established. She explained that the exhibition attempts to challenge how we visualize space that is either so large or so small that it is imperceptible. Ms. Le Duc noted that all six artists incorporate scientific methods in their work and will all be creating new pieces for this exhibition. Ms. Le Duc presented the work of the six artists who will participate in Undetected and Vast: Luca Antonucci, Reenie Charrière, Jonathon Keats, Phil Ross, Heather Sparks and Gail Wight.

Ms. Le Duc described the work of Luca Antonucci who has created books and prints related to astronomy and specifically the Hubble Ultra Deep Field imaging system. Ms. Le Duc noted that Ms. Charrière is exploring the rhizomatic movement of organic forms taking shapes, such as swarms or movement of wind, and will create a an installation for the Grove Street space called Floe. Ms. Le Duc reported that Jonathon Keats is proposing a university for cyanobacteria, based on the claim that microorganisms may understand the nature of the universe better than the human brain. She explained that Phil Ross’ work experiments with mushrooms grown inside woodchips that form bricks for architectural forms. Ms. Le Duc explained that Heather Sparks will create images of the solar system from scanned, pixelated images of her skin illuminated by LED sculptures. And finally, Ms. Le Duc mentioned that Gail White will create a series of photographs of bones of frogs, hummingbirds and other creatures arranged as mandalas.

Commissioner García-Nakata commented that she thought the premise of the exhibition was interesting.

Motion: Motion to authorize the Director of Cultural Affairs to enter into a contract with and to approve honorarium payments in the amount of $1200 for the following artists in the SFAC Gallery’s January 2012 exhibition: Luca Antonucci, Jonathon Keats, Philip Ross, Heather Sparks, Gail Wight and $2000 for Reenie Charrière, for the SFAC Gallery’s January 2012 window installation at 155 Grove Street.
Moved: Chew/Keehn

6. Public Utilities Commission
Jill Manton

Ms. Manton reported on the status of the Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) between the SFAC and the Public Utilities Commission (“PUC”). Ms. Manton stated that in the final MOU, 65% of art enrichment funds have been allocated to projects with the Community Arts and Education Program (“CAE”) and 35% of those funds will go towards Public Art. Ms. Manton noted that she is working closely with Judy Nemzoff from CAE and Ms. Pontious to discuss the MOU and future projects. Ms. Manton stated that in the beginning of the program, projects will be focused in the Bayview neighborhood.

Ms. Manton pointed out that although it was not mandated that the PUC work with SFAC in managing art enrichment projects, the agency chose to develop that partnership. She stated that she was very excited about the collaboration. Ms. Manton explained that the funding sources for art enrichment projects will come from the Water Safety Improvement Program and from Bond funding. She stated that the PUC was enthusiastic about how the SFAC could help them bring goodwill to the City through public art. Ms. Manton stated the she hoped the projects starting in Bayview will make a great impact on the City. Ms. Manton noted that since both CAE and Public Art will be managing the PUC projects, she imagined that projects will be presented to the Executive Committee since two departments are involved.

Commissioner García-Nakata congratulated Ms. Manton on navigating a complex discussion and MOU negation. Ms. Beltran noted that this is a great accomplishment for the SFAC in terms of resources. She commended the efforts of Ms. Manton and the Commissioners applauded.

Commissioner García-Nakata called for public comment.

Mr. Warfield said that it was troubling that the MOU was not immediately available to the public to inspect, nor was a previous draft available. He requested to view both documents.

Motion: Motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the San Francisco Arts Commission and the Public Utilities Commission.
Moved: Keehn/Chew

7. Cabrillo Playground
Marcus Davies

Project Manager Marcus Davies presented the work of artist Colette Crutcher as recommended by the Artist Selection Panel for an artwork at Cabrillo Playground. Mr. Davies explained that this project consists of an artist design translated into a medium called Lace Fence that will surround the Cabrillo Playground. He showed a sample of Lace Fence to demonstrate its image making capabilities, and noted that the sample was also presented to the CDRC. Commissioner Keehn added that the budget for this project has increased and now allows for an artist design to be expanded around the perimeter of the playground. Mr. Davies mentioned that it was decided that the Lace Fence undergo a galvanized treatment rather than a coating of polyvinyl chloride.

Mr. Davies noted that the Cabrillo Clubhouse Artist Selection Panel consisted of: Commissioner Chew; Devi Joseph, community representative; Suzanne Dehne, community representative; Paulina Araica, project manager, Recreation and Parks Department; and Jasmine Kaw, landscape architect, department of public works. Mr. Davies stated that the panel reviewed the qualifications of 20 artists from the 2010-2011 Prequalified Artist Pool and selected artist Colette Crutcher. Commissioner Chew recalled that there was considerable discussion about this artist. Mr. Davies explained that the panel was drawn to Ms. Crutcher’s use of lines and patterns, as well as her choice of imagery. He added that the panel thought her work would translate to the Lace Fence material well. Mr. Davies thanked Commissioner Chew for his participation in the panel.

Motion: Motion to approve the artist Colette Crutcher as recommended by the Artist Selection Panel for an artwork at Cabrillo Playground.
Moved: Chew/Keehn

THE FOLLOWING MOTION HAS BEEN REVISED

Motion: Motion to authorize the Director of Cultural Affairs to enter into a contract with Colette Crutcher for design, fabrication, transportation and installation consultation of an artwork for Cabrillo Playground in an amount not to exceed $35,970.
Moved: Keehn/Chew

8. San Francisco Arts Commission Minutes
Allison Cummings

Senior Registrar Allison Cummings reported on the opportunity to permanently deposit all bound copies (years 1932 – 1959 and 1961 – 2000) of the Arts Commission’s minutes with the San Francisco Public Library. Ms. Cummings explained that these minutes are a record of the agency’s history, available for the public to review, and all bound copies are currently housed at the Arts Commission. Ms. Cummings argued that if the bound minutes are deposited with the Library’s History Center, the records would become more accessible to the public. She added that the minutes will also be properly handled and cared for. Ms. Cummings noted that the Library received a grant to do a large-scale digitization of its records, and the Arts Commission minutes would be part of that project. This will allow the Arts Commission to also publish these records online. Ms. Cummings noted that she consulted the City Attorney and the Arts Commission is not legally responsible for keeping the bound minutes in its office.

Commissioner García-Nakata called for public comment.

Mr. Warfield stated that he neither supports nor opposes this motion. He said that the timespan of these bound minutes was unclear and wondered how this action complied with the Arts Commission’s record retention policy. He stated that a benefit to keeping the bound minutes at the Arts Commission office was to have staff members available to help the public understand the materials. He noted that Library staff may not be as familiar with the records.

THE FOLLOWING MOTION WAS REVISED

Motion: Motion to approve the transfer of all the San Francisco Arts Commission’s bound minutes to the San Francisco Public Library.
Moved: Keehn/Chew

9. Lafayette Park
Susan Pontious

M.s Pontious discussed the possible allocation of art enrichment funds generated by Lafayette Park to public art at the Chinese Recreation Center. Ms. Pontious noted that Lafayette Park is a small budget project with the support of a community organization that is currently fundraising for the addition of park amenities. Ms. Pontious said she is recommending that Arts Commission relinquish the art enrichment funds to the discretion of the community organization, provided that $2,510 is retained for administrative fees. She noted that the $2,510 would be put towards public art at the Chinese Recreation Center. Commissioner García-Nakata asked if the community organization understood this transaction. Ms. Pontious replied that they were aware.

Motion: Motion to approve the release of $10,040 of $12,550 art enrichment funds generated by Lafayette Park for community generated amenity projects, and allocate $2,510 to public art at the Chinese Recreation Center.
Moved: Chew/Keehn

10. New Business

Commissioner Keehn reported that she is trying to establish more communication between the CDRC and the VAC. She has volunteered to be the point person between the two committees. Ms. Pontious stated that in order to aid that effort, Public Art staff will be present at CDRC meetings when their projects are discussed.

Ms. Manton reported that she attended a meeting with the Director of the Department of Public Works (“DPW”) and was asked if the SFAC would manage the Bay Bridge Illumination Project for Caltrans. She stated that DPW has been asked to send an official request letter. Ms. Manton explained that Caltrans is looking to the SFAC to be a sponsor of this project. She noted that in addition to receiving administration fees, she would ask that SFAC receive credit for the project. However, Ms. Manton noted that the SFAC would not have ownership of the work it produces for this project. Commissioner Keehn commented that the role of the SFAC needed to be clarified. She stated that she does not recommend moving forward without clarity on the partnership. Commissioner García-Nakata agreed that clarity of terms and definitions was needed.

11. Old Business

12. Adjournment

The meeting adjourned at 5:06 p.m.

ZT 10/19/11
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