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Meghan handed out a list of the public comments to CLC Members. The CLC had originally made a recommendation for the Women in Nature mural and after public comments discussed, CLC would like to make suggestion of changes to piece: body image; more diversity; hesitancy of diversity. CLC asked that artists come and speak to us about their view of their piece or via email explaining or agreeing different mock-up of people in painting – Back on Agenda for August Diverted Flight – This art submission was emailed to members and handout and slide show also shown. There were location suggestions and CLC wanted to know if the Artist is open to suggestions? The artist placement recommendation is on back of the Green Street Parking Garage. This is an interactive art piece, and suggestions were to have more room for public to be able to take photos. CLC asked that we see other cities that have interactive art and there was some questions regarding whether this might be seen as religious?, and if so, can this be put on city property. CLC asked for more information regarding interactive art and more info from this particular artist, including seeing her portfolio. It was also suggested that this kind of interactive art me at a more visible location so that it would be more readily seen and used. Meghan asked members to please send her photographs of any location suggestions that CLC would like to see. Ithaca Youth Council Ambassadors - Beverly Stokes YES Coordinator and Emily Moss as well as two of Youth Ambassadors – introductions were made of themselves to the Commission. They read their Mission Statement and advised there are currently 9 members; they meet once a week for two hours. Most recent project was March for Our Lives (in response to FL shooting) – they wrote an article, made up stickers and did a survey – 320 students were surveyed (all Ithaca high students) 75% participated in walk-out and 10% wanted to, but couldn’t. The Tattler Article was passed around as well as the stickers. They showed a video that they made to CLC members. They answered questions from CLC members and advised of other projects they are working on currently as well as how they come up with projects and Emily Moss advised that they meet in the spring semester and brainstorm ideas. Currently they are on break and will be back in the Fall. Members ask them what CLC can do to support them. Schelly Michell- Nunn and SueKittel – Mastering Equity and Inclusion Lens - Slideshow presentation and handouts covering the following topics: Structure, Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, Working Agreements, Implicit bias, Tools, Best Practices and Lens exercise. Adjourned: 8:21pm Next Meeting: Monday, August 20, 2018-- and will include more on Child Friendly Resolution; Public Art Submissions & Advocacy flag. Community Life Commission July 16, 2018 3 Adjournment: On a motion, the meeting was adjourned at 8:21 p.m. Respectfully Submitted by, Jody Hallett-Harris, Executive Assistant COMMUNITY LIFE COMMISSION AGENDA ITEMS Item Voting Item? Presenter(s) Time Allotted Chair, Tierra Labrada Call to Order 1.1 Agenda Review 1.2 Review and Approval of Minutes 1.3 Statements from the Public 1.4 Commission Response No Public Art: Women in Nature Mural Locations Initial Review of "Diverted Flight" Mural Proposal by Tyndale Parseghian (attached) Yes Public Comment 20 Mins Youth: Ithaca Youth Bureau Youth Ambassadors Presentation IYB Youth Ambassadors 20 Mins Housing: Sustainability: Diversity, Accessibility, and Sustainability No Schelley Michell- Nunn 60 Mins Communities: Flag Flying Policy Update No 20 Mins Look Ahead: Agenda Review Meeting Wrap-Up 9.1 Announcements 9.2 Next Meeting Date: August 20, 2018 9.3 Review Agenda Items for Next Meeting 9.4 Adjourn No All 8:00 PM The Community Life Commission is charged with providing the Common Council, appropriate committees thereof, the City's quasi-judicial boards, and staff with advisory research, public input, and analysis for ensuring that the City of Ithaca remains a desirable place to live, work, and visit. If you have a disability that will require special arrangements to be made in order for you to fully participate in the meeting, please contact the City Clerk at 274-6570 at least 48 hours before the meeting. Out of consideration for the health of other individuals, please try to refrain from using perfume/cologne and other scented personal care products at City of Ithaca meetings. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Date: July 16, 2018 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Common Council Chambers, 3rd Floor, City Hall Tyndale Parseghian Ithaca, NY tynpar@gmail.com PROJECT TITLE: DIVERTED FLIGHT Description I’m proposing a painted set of unmatched wings that are designed for interactive use. The 6 feet wide painting will be anatomically placed on a wall in an accessible location. Pedestrians will be encouraged to stand in front of the painting for photos, embracing the wings as their own. The piece will incorporate two different wings. The first will be a feathered wing representing an angel, the other will be a fleshy horned wing representing a demon. Over the past few years, aided by social media, art projects that lend themselves to photographers, have steadily grown in popularity. Similar wing backdrops have popped up in cities across the globe. I believe the interactive aspect encourages viewers to stop and fully appreciate the art available to them in public spaces. Artist(s) Bio My name is Tyndale Parseghian, I’m an Ithaca native, 2014 Ithaca College alumni, and life long amateur artist. I’ve painted on canvas for years, and am currently looking to utilize new mediums. I will be assisted on the project by my sister, Lexa Parseghian. Together, we’d both cherish the opportunity to give back to our community by enriching it with unique artwork. Cost/Material The project will be self-financed. We will hand paint with quality acrylics. Location To be determined. Below is a draft of the proposed artwork. Thanks for your consideration. - Tyndale Mural Proposal: “Women in Nature” by Jessica Harron and Megan Parker Public Comments through July 16, 2018 “I think this will look great. Thank you for your work on this wonderful endeavor.” Jamie Williamson Ithaca Police Department “The resolution of the mural image is low, and two figures seem unfinished, but it appears that all but one of the women shown is young, white, has a build that meets the unrealistic expectations of our current society, and none have a child in their arms. They all could have been clipped from a fashion magazine. Please do not authorize the public placement of this mural!” Ed Gottlieb “I think the proposed mural is beautiful. The bright, vivid colors will brighten up the stairwell. The content is thought provoking.” Janet M. Olsen “Love it! Lots of color - great concept!” Deborah Grunder “Very interesting idea. I would approve.” Tom Shelley Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the mural proposal. The artists are clearly talented and have a unique vision and voice to share. I would enjoy seeing their work in the City and hope that opportunities are available to them. But ... I admit I am more inspired by their portfolio of work than by the image proposed. Rather than the impression of women emerging, I got the impression of women hidden or overwhelmed by the vibrancy and color around them -- clearly the opposite of what they were intending to portray. Of course, I understand that this is just a draft, and the final will vary from their submission. I wanted to share my first impression, if it helps to inform the Commission (and artists) in their decision. Cynthia Brock First Ward Alderperson