HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember_2_2013_Minutes Minutes: Art in Public Places Board Meeting
Monday, December 2, 2013, 8:30 a.m.,Town Council Chambers
AIPP Board Members Present: Doe Browning, Kaili Chipman, Cookie Flaum, Kathy Langenwalter, Dana
Patterson, Bill Pierce, Wendy St. Charles, Margaret Rogers – Council Rep
AIPP Members absent: Jen Mason, Dan Telleen
Others Present: Molly Eppard AIPP Coordinator
1. Approval of minutes from November 4 meeting
2. No citizen input
3. Ford Tribute update – Pedro Campos Zehren & Associates with Jack Hunn VVF Rep.
Pedro introduces himself and is present today to update the Board on the Ford Amphitheater entrance and
Ford Family Tribute. He shows a power point with images to the Board of this new amphitheater space and the
series of elements that recognize the Ford family contributions. Since his last appearance before the Board
Oct. 2012 much has happened. Just last week he met with the artist Andy Dufford of Chevo Studios who has
also appeared before the Board. Andy and Chevo studio have been hired to create the Ford Family Tribute.
With Jack Hunn, Pedro would like to present the developments that are in progress for this tribute and entry
plaza. Pedro describes the series of elements. They would like to incorporate a photographic portrait by
Russell Olson of President and Mrs. Ford in the Alpine Gardens. There is also a triptych of interpretive panels
that will be the Ford story wall, a fountain and focal element space, and gateway elements also inside. Chevo’s
approach is to create a unified composition to encompass the social courtyard as a year round gathering space
and creates a vibrate plaza that pays homage to the Ford contribution and inspires others to continue to do so
in the future. Pedro shows images of Andy working on site on other projects. He reviews the timeline for the
Ford Tribute and entrance construction. He orients the Board to the new entrance and plaza for the
amphitheater. He describes the canopy and touchdown points for how it is grounded and supported over the
plaza space and frames the entrance to the space. He describes the Ford story wall, the pillars, the series of
sculptures that celebrate the Ford legacy, the parameter of boulders for the space which will create seating,
and then the transparent canopy with masts that support it. The Board inquires about the mast and pillar
materials. Pedro describes the vessels that symbolize the continuation of good works in the community. He
also describes the seating area with an inscription which they are still finalizing. There are potential areas
within the pillars for carving that will tell the story inside the space. Margaret asks if those carvings are Ford
related or more general. Pedro suggests that it might be the abstraction of the Alpine Garden and they would
work with the BFAG if it gets to this stage. Pedro shows an example of how the timeline might appear. It would
be similar to the signage that has been integrated into the amphitheater. He reviews the entry sequence and
the various elements. Doe questions whether the Ford family is involved in the tribute and whether they have
approved the concepts and design. Pedro explains that Ceil Folz has been in touch with the Ford family
through this progression. They are at a point now where they can continue the dialogue. Margaret questions
this as Susan who is on the BFAG Board has expressed not feeling in the loop and she urges them to discuss
this with them directly. Doe recommends that on behalf of the AIPP Board that this needs to be presented to
the Ford family before going forward. Molly asks how Andy feels about the project. Pedro says that he feels
good and has acknowledged this tight timeline, so the need is to proceed with efficiency. Doe reconfirms the
elements that the Ford family is actually approving. Doe personally thinks it is very successful and likes the
connection of the elements in a simple elegance. Margaret states that there is a BFAG meeting at 1:00 today
and that she will feel obligated to discuss this with them and Susan will be on the phone for the meeting. Bill
asks about the pillars and their width. Bill questions the proportion of the pillars and if the mass of the stone is
appropriate in relation to the other structural elements. Pedro confirms that this is something that they are still
finalizing. Doe comments that this is not in the purview of the AIPP Board. Margaret questions if it has been
approved by PEC. Pedro confirms that the project has been approved. Jack comments that it was appealed
back to Council when PEC denied the proposal. Margaret comments that the focus was not on the pillars, but
rather the canopy. Kathy questions why they are not using steel. They are looking into steel. Wendy asks for
explanation for entry points to the amphitheater which Jack and Pedro explain. Bill comments that the shadows
in the proposal drawing cause some confusion. Molly comments that the tribute is evolving elegantly and the
creative space and place making has been encapsulated with the entire plaza. Doe comments that there are
no negatives for the tribute itself. Jack discusses the tight timeline to the Board. They would like to return to the
AIPP January meeting to update the Board on their progress. He questions whether there is another step.
Margaret comments that they need to go to the Council with AIPP approval. Doe confirms that the artist has
been approved and that the Board is comfortable with the proposal for the Ford family tribute as long as it is
approved by the Ford family. Margaret comments that this is a private work of art that is owned by the VVF.
Doe confirms that they should come back to the AIPP Board with any updates and especially if there are
indeed art elements incorporated into the columns. Wendy comments that she thinks it is a lovely tribute. Molly
comments that an artistic element would lighten the weight of the columns. Dana comments that the art
element would give the columns some purpose. Kaili likes it and especially the seating arrangements which will
provide contemplative areas. The Board thanks Jack and Pedro and looks forward to seeing them in January.
4. Updates of the Seventh Annual Triumph Winterfest /Logan Luminescence
Molly updates the Board on the ice installation with Thomas Barlow. The contract with the artist and special
events permit have been signed and approved. The install begins Dec. 20 with it completed in time for the tree
lighting on Dec. 22. A logo has been created for the event which is now with Highline and will be included in
their advertising. It is also on the AIPP winter brochure which is now out for distribution. Molly reviews the
banner designs and showcasing Triumph Winterfest over the past six years.
5. Paper Lantern Workshops & Tree Lighting
Doe is sponsoring the workshops at the library as well as the LED lights for distribution at the tree lighting.
Molly asks the Board to help with participation and getting the word out about the workshops, tree lighting,
Logan Luminescence. Molly distributes flyers to the Board to help post. Molly will send the Board an email to
forward to friends, family, etc. Molly would love to see the Board present at the workshops, so she asks the
Board to confirm their attendance. Molly confirms the workshop times and dates with the Board. Molly has met
with Red Sandstone, two Girl Scout troops, Vail Rec, VMS, so there is some good energy, but AIPP needs to
also spread the word amongst their friends. She comments that the success of the paper lantern project will be
in participation, so she asks the Board to help with the dissemination of this information. We want no more than
50 at each workshop. Molly will also send an email to the entire TOV list. Doe asks Molly to contact the
signature clubs. Doe comments that this has not been posted in the newsletter. She asks Molly to bring the
flyers to Game Creek Club. Molly reviews the program for the tree lighting. She may need Board members to
assist in handing out the LED lights the evening of the tree lighting. These lights will be for those who have
made lanterns outside of the AIPP sponsored workshops. Molly confirms that she will follow-up with multiple
press releases and advertisements. She has sent the press information via email to the concierges and the
clubs. Doe asks Molly to contact the main coordinator for the signature clubs, so that it is in all of their
newsletters. Molly confirms that she sends the releases to Jennifer Sturgeon of Vail Resorts, but the Board
may want to double check in their own clubs.
6. Update of the Seventh Annual Triumph Winterfest/Arches
Molly asks the Board to review Paul Wertin’s designs for the second installment of the Triumph Winterfest. We
need to decide from his proposals for either one wall or two walls. Molly reviews the design and scale of the
proposals from Paul. The Board likes Paul’s newest design for the one wall. Paul will begin the install on
January 8 and will be finished by January 17. There will be a lot of ice for this onsite installation. The ice is
running about $18,000 and lights are running $4,500. Doe comments that this will be a nice opportunity for
press to see the onsite installation. Molly comments on the press we have received in this season’s magazines
for Triumph Winterfest. There was also a very nice article about Paul in one of the magazines.
7. Coordinator/collection updates
Winter brochure is available and website is updated for winter programs
Public Art Walking Map is being created. Kathy is assisting with proofing the map.
Ben Roth Elk at LHWC is now installed. Made front page of the Vail Daily. The Board members, who
have seen it, compliment the work.
The Board compliments the new West Vail roundabout lighting designs.
Town owns Mermaid by the Roost. Margaret questions whether it was accepted because of location.
Molly thinks it was donated, but it was never relocated. The location considered was behind the library.
Bill comments that it was a long time ago that it was discussed. The Board does think a creek location
would be ideal. Molly comments that she examined it with the art conservator and she thought it was a
nice quality of bronze. Doe asks Molly to send an image to the Board.
Margaret comments that the Ford Park Master Plan incorporates art along the creek.
Kathy poses the question to the Board about the relocation of Bird of Paradise in proximity of the LH
entrance to the parking structure. The Board would like to see the plans for the relocation at the next
meeting.
Kathy encourages the Board to view the completed playground in Lionshead. Doe agrees and has
received numerous compliments. Margaret informs the Board of the naming contest for the park.
Meeting adjourned.