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Home My WebLink AboutMinutes_ARTAB_03.15.2016Minutes of the meeting of the Arts and Culture Board City of Georgetown, Texas March 15, 2016 The Arts and Culture Board met on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. in the Small Conference Room of Georgetown Public Library, 402 W. 8th Street MEMBERS PRESENT: Gary Anderson, Tim Fleming, Betty Ann Sensabaugh, Carol Watson, and Linda Wilde. STAFF PRESENT: Eric Lashley- Library Director, Dana Hendrix- Fine Arts Librarian, Lawren Weiss - Administrative Assistant Chair Sensabaugh called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. Regular Session A. Citizens who wish to address the board. — None were present. B. Introduction of board members and staff. — Betty Ann Sensabaugh. Board members and City staff introduced themselves to each other. C. Announcements of upcoming arts and culture events. Carol Watson announced that "On Broadway" stars are coming to Georgetown to teach GISD students of all ages on vocal health, character voices, and audition tips. The workshops take place May 6-8, 2016. Proceeds from ticket sales benefit the GISD Fine Arts Department. Watson passed out promotional materials to board members (attached to these minutes). Eric Lashley reported that last month, he and Dana Hendrix attended a workshop in Waco regarding advocacy for non-profit organizations. D. Consideration and approval of the minutes of the February 2016 Arts & Culture Board meeting. Betty Ann Sensabaugh. Gary Anderson moved to approve the February 2016 minutes as distributed. Carol Watson seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. E. Election of Vice — Chair. — Betty Ann Sensabaugh. Due to the absence of a few board members, Watson moved to table this item until next month's meeting. Tim Fleming seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. F. Election of Secretary. —Betty Ann Sensabaugh. Due to the absence of a few board members, Watson moved to table this item until next month's meeting. Tim Fleming seconded the motion, which passed unanimously. G. Review and discussion of the Arts and Culture Board's mission and strategic plan. –Eric Lashley. Lashley reviewed the Arts and Culture Board strategic plan and explained which goals have been accomplished and which goals still need to be met. The City's Cultural District is one of only 28 in the state of Texas. Lashley also discussed in -progress project that fall under the board's mission. H. Report on the arts and culture student intern. – Dana Hendrix. Hendrix reported that over 20 applications were received for the arts and culture student intern position. Kaleigh Kelley has been interviewed and offered the position. Hendrix is waiting for the response. A copy of Kaleigh's resume was provided to the board (attached to these minutes). Report on the Georgetown Arts and Culture Guide. – Eric Lashley, Dana Hendrix. Lashley explained that the arts and culture guide done by Austin Monthly was so well received, he and Hendrix are working on options to bring another guide to the citizens next year. Options include partnering with Community Impact Newspaper or producing the guide in-house and printing through an outside vendor. Anderson asked for statistics regarding the impact of the guide done by Austin Monthly. Hendrix agreed to provide that information to the board. J. Review and discussion of the Arts and Culture Board's 2015-2016 budget. – Eric Lashley. Lashley reviewed the 2015-2016 arts and culture budget with the board (attached to these minutes). K. Report from Georgetown Art Works regarding the operation of Georgetown Art Center during the month of February. –Eric Lashley. Lashley explained the role and partnership between the City and Georgetown Art Works. The organization is 100% volunteer operated, which makes their success even more astounding. In August 2017, the Arts and Culture Board will vote whether or not to extend the operating agreement moving forward with Georgetown Art Works. L. Report on City Council's Strategic Pan Tactics meetings. – Eric Lashley, Dana Hendrix. Lashley and Hendrix reported Council's strategic plan to the new board members, as it had previously been discussed at last month's meeting. M. Consideration of future meetings. The next Arts & Culture Board meeting will be Tuesday, April 19 at 4:30 p.m. Chair Sensabaugh adjourned the meeting at 6:04 p.m. Respectfully submitted, 1��EC—� �. Baty Ann Sensabaugh, Chir Ilf Raleigh Kelley 1280 N. College Ave. Apt 315 Bloomington, IN 47404 * 214-597-3615 * kelley22@umail.iu.edu EDUCATION Indiana University, Bloomington, IN School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) December 2016 Master of Arts Administration GPA 3.94 out of 4.0 Relevant Coursework: Introduction to Arts Administration & Organizational Psychology, Programming in the Arts, Performing Arts Center Management, IT Applications in the Arts, Fund Development, Audience development and Marketing the Arts, Studies in Stage Management Austin College, Sherman, TX May 2010 Bachelor of Arts Major: Psychology GPA 3.63 out of 4.0 Texas Teachers, Dallas, TX June 2013 Texas State Teachers Certification RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Dallas Independent School District, Dallas, TX August 2012- May 2015 Dance Program Director/Teacher • Developed rigorous curriculum for high school students while aligning with the TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills) in order to create a methodological way for growing a successful dance program • Evaluated high school dance students' technical skills to enrich student learning by creating a solid foundation in the art of dance • Cultivated mentoring relationships with diverse and underserved populations of high school students to create a learning atmosphere filled with trust and open communication • Collaborated with a Fine Arts Department of 5 individuals to share rehearsal & venue space, while creating a multi -disciplinary Fine Arts Fall performance each year • Multitasked while artistically directing and supervising a classical dance company, drill team, & overall dance class population of over 100 students during Fall and Spring semesters throughout performance season • Coordinated fundraising efforts including candy sales, car washes, ticket sales, & Holiday promotions to raise funds for dance program needs, including costumes and supplies for Fall & Spring Showcases • Organized & Managed venue acquisition, marketing and promotions, technical aspects including lights and sound, volunteer duties, and over 100 participants for full length productions each Fall & Spring ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Indiana University Pre College Ballet Program, Bloomington, IN January 2016 -Present Administrative Assistant to the Director • Documented class attendance and studio scheduling for Spring semester Pre College Ballet classes • Wrote detailed correspondence, utilizing problem solving skills, to address specific parent concerns in a timely manner to ensure a positive experience with open communication for all Pre College Ballet families Stages Bloomington, Bloomington, In Choreographer/Production Team August 2015 -Present Choreographed and taught innovative musical theatre dance numbers for "The Secret Garden" and "Free to Be You and Me" to enhance the overall theatrical experience for the audience Partnered with a small production team to create cooperative, and productive relationships to ensure a positive and successful theatrical learning experience for our students SKILLS • Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, & Outlook) • Adobe In Design and Photoshop, & Goldwave Music Software 2015-2016 Arts and Culture Budget Category Amount Grants $20,000.00 Public Art $11,500.00 Memberships & Dues $300.00 Training & Travel $6,000.00 Admin $300.00 Co -Op Renovation $2,000.00 Arts & Culture Intern $1,600.00 Marketing $7,000.00 Graphic Design $1,300.00 Hotel Occupancy Tax $10,000.00 Total $60,000.00