Arts Commission

MINUTES NORTHBROOK ARTS COMMISSION VILLAGE OF NORTHBROOK May 4, 2017 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Christopher Laughlin at 7:15 p.m. at the Northbrook Village Hall Commissioners Present: Jerry Block, Susan Wolf, Sharon Moyer, Eileen Loftus, Marsha Schwartz, Al Alvarez Commissioners Absent: Bruce Bondy Guests in Attendance: Rob Sills, Chandrika Marla Minutes: Commissioner Loftus motioned to approve the minutes from the April 6, 2017 meeting. Commissioner Moyer seconded. Upon a voice vote, all were in favor. Hear from the Audience: Chandrika led conversation regarding the Northbrook artist studio tours, and if the commission is interested, she suggested an October timeframe. This would tie into Chicago artists’ month. Chandrika stated she would present more information at the next commission meeting. Discussion of Finances: Chairman Laughlin discussed the Arts Commission’s budget. He notified the commissioners that the Spring Workshops brought in $2,172.50. Overall the budget is yielding around $14,000.00. Proposal of Plein Air Festival: Chairman Laughlin discussed the possibility of hosting the event the third weekend in September (22nd- 24th), taking into consideration any conflicts this might have with Jewish holidays. It was suggested a list of interesting areas around Northbrook should be provided to participating artists. Commissioner Laughlin also suggested hosting a speed painting portion on Sunday. The expected expenses include prizes, advertising, judges, display materials, and food. Examples of commissioner participation would include checking artists in, answer questions, and coordinating the display of completed paintings. Commissioner Wolf offered her assistance in creating a packet of information on Northbrook, which could be handed out to the artists as they check in. Commissioner Loftus recommended a draft budget be created prior to approving a dollar amount for the event. Discussion of Community Table at Northbrook Farmer’s Market: Chairman Laughlin was contacted by Dale Duda who runs the Northbrook Farmer’s Market. He offered the Arts Commission the opportunity to staff a table at the Farmer’s Market. The commission would have a table reserved for August 2nd. Commissioner Moyer moved to staff a table on August 2nd. Commissioner Block Seconded. Upon a voice vote, all were in favor. Updates on any Ongoing Projects: Northbrook Originals Commissioner Moyer stated the Northbrook Original’s show has been up and running for two months. Commissioner Block discussed the artists in residence program. Specific mediums will be selected to be displayed for two months at a time. Spring Artist Workshops Commissioner Moyer stated she would like to see this event expand to possibly three workshops next year due to popularity. Rock the Green Chairman Laughlin stated the event would be held June 2nd, but he doesn’t currently have a firm number on applications or bands that have applied. New Business: None Presented. Old Business: None Presented. Announcements: Commissioner Wolf informed the board that the Library is hosting a summer reading kickoff event Saturday June 3rd. There are going to be 5 tables in the lobby for Northbrook organizations to promote their activities, running from 11am-3pm. Commissioners Laughlin and Moyer stated their availability for staffing a table at the Library. Commissioner Schwartz also discussed handing out information about the Arts Commission during Flamingo Friday (May 19th). The commissioners discussed the creation of a handout document that lists the commission’s completed events and the upcoming events. Adjourn: Commissioner Block moved to adjourn the meeting, and Commissioner Loftus seconded. Upon a voice vote, all were in favor. The meeting adjourned at 8:17p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Emma Perley Village Liaison The Village of Northbrook is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and require certain accommodations in order to allow them to observe and/or participate in this meeting, or who have questions regarding the accessibility of this meeting or facilities, are requested to contact Greg Van Dahm or Debbie Ford (847 664-4014 or 847 664-4013 respectively), promptly to allow the Village of Northbrook to make reasonable accommodations for those persons. Hearing impaired individuals may call the TDD number, 847 564-8645, for more information.