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CC - Item 6A - Appointment To The Public Art Ad Hoc Committee For A Mural at Savannah Pioneer CemeteryROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: JEFF ALLRED, CITY MANAGER DATE: OCTOBER 23, 2012 (f SUBJECT: APPOINTMENT TO THE PUBLIC ART AD HOC COMMITTEE FOR A MURAL AT SAVANNAH PIONEER CEMETERY SUMMARY On October 9, 2012, the City Council confirmed the appointment of Mayor Sandra Armenta and Director of Parks and Recreation David Montgomery-Scott to the Public Art Ad Hoc Committee. Staff was directed to advertise for the representative of the public at -large seat. The vacancy was advertised in the City's website and one application was submitted to the City Clerk's office (attachment B). Staff Recommendation That the City Council provide direction regarding the appointment of an individual to the Public Art Ad Hoc Committee representing the public at- large. PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process. Prepared by: �A Ac,� GLORIA MOLLEDA CITY CLERK Attachment A: Staff report dated October 9, 2012 Attachment B: Public Art Ad Hoc Committee —Tracy Loa ITEM NUMBER: ROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL STAFF REPORT TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: JEFF ALLRED, CITY MANAGER DATE: OCTOBER 9, 2012 SUBJECT: ESTABLISHMENT OF A PUBLIC ART AD HOC COMMITTEE FOR A MURAL AT SAVANNAH PIONEER CEMETERY SUMMARY The City's Strategic Plan for 2012 and 2013 includes a strategy to: Assist in the Preservation and Improvement of Historical, Cultural, and Natural Resources. The.City Council will consider the establishment of a five- member Public Art Ad Hoc Committee with the objective of creating a mural at the historic Savannah Pioneer Cemetery. The proposed ad hoc committee would be comprised of a City Council Member, a City staff member, one representative each from the El Monte Cemetery Association and the Rosemead Moose Lodge, and a representative of the public at- large. Recommendation: That the Mayor appoint, subject to confirmation by the City Council, a member of the City Council, a City staff member and a member of the public at -large to serve on a five- member Public Art Ad Hoc Committee along with a representative to be appointed by the El Monte Cemetery Association and by the Rosemead Moose Lodge. BACKGROUND The Savannah Memorial Park Cemetery, located on 4.11 acres at 9263 Valley Blvd., was founded 162 years ago in 1850. The cemetery is the burial place of many early American pioneers and residents of the Rosemead and El Monte communities, including veterans of the War of 1812 and the Civil War. On March 6, 2012, the El Monte Cemetery Association, which owns and operates the Savannah Memorial Park Cemetery, successfully obtained State Historical Landmark status for the site. Also, the City of Rosemead and the Cemetery Association have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the objective of preserving the historic legacy of the early pioneers who settled in the Rosemead area and maintaining the aesthetics and functionality of the pioneer cemetery. The idea of painting a mural on the backside of the Moose Lodge building immediately adjacent to the cemetery has been advanced by members of the Cemetery Association. The wall has approximately 75' of "canvas space" available for the painting of a mural ITEM NO.. City Council Meeting February 9, 2009 " Page 2 of 2 depicting the historical significance of the cemetery to the community. Initial discussions with representatives of the Moose Lodge revealed an interest and willingness to participate in the project. To initiate and implement this idea, the formation of a five- member ad hoc committee is envisioned in the spirit of the existing Memorandum of Understanding for cooperative efforts between the City and the Cemetery Association. The five- member ad hoc committee would be comprised of a member of the City Council, a City staff member, a member appointed by the Cemetery Association, a member appointed by the Moose Lodge, and a citizen at -large to be appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. The Ad Hoc Committee would be charged with recommending an artistic design for the mural consistent with the cemetery's historical significance, development of the project budget, and fundraising efforts. FINANCIAL IMPACTS There are no funds budgeted for this project and no direct City expenditures are envisioned. Consistent with the existing Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Cemetery Association, it is likely that "in- kind" contributions by the City would be made in the form of work performed by in -force City employees in a case -by- case manner within existing budget parameters as determined by the City Manager. It is also envisioned that City staff will help organize and participate in fundraising efforts relative to this project similar to the efforts that were required a few years ago to create the 9/11 Memorial public art project now on display at the Civic Center. Address: !�mk f ' (U k1'r t(.(�I rI Home Phone #: ],Q�iP �J fN 2�� Cell /Business Phone # I A a Vp Email address: Lb �� QLVn00 � am Are you a registered voter in the City of Rosemead? V Yes No How long have you lived in Rosemead? 6 �V5- In California? *4 How long have you worked in Rosemead? Employer's Type of Business Educational Background Name of School /College Number of Years Year Degree or Attended Graduated Certificate Obtained III,e — Why are you interested in serving as a volunteer in the Public Art Ad Hoc Committee? Please describe any work, training, certificates, and /or membership in professional organizations that would qualify you for this position. (If additional space is required, please attach separate sheets) Personal or business activities that would be in conflict with your serving as an Executive Board Member: , t I s Dated: Applicant ATTACHMENT Why are you interested in serving as a volunteer in the Public Art Ad Hoc Committee? Please describe any work, training, certificates, and /or membership in professional organizations that would qualify you for this position. (if additional space is required, please attach separate sheets) I have lived in Rosemead for over 30 years, I was brought home from the Hospital to Steele Street (same street as the Dinsmoor House) and when I was 5 we moved to Bentel Street (where the Girl Scouts House was located). I currently live (right next to the house I grew up in). As a child I remember the 4 t of July Parade (I participated when I was 6), going to the cemetery to look around, playing in the park or going to the pool which was just down the street. So I have always been interested and in some cases have been a part of Rosemead History. I am very interested in giving back to the community, and I have consistently volunteered at my daughter's school, I was a member of the school site council and one year was asked to be the PTA Treasurer. I currently work at Southern California Edison, in Human Resources but have always enjoyed volunteer work. I am a member of two resource groups; The Edison Roundtable; this group assists the women of SCE in their professional and personal growth and development and the other group is LEAD; Latinos for Engagement Advancement and Development. I have been on and organized many volunteer projects with these groups. One of the most frequent is coordinating the volunteers for the Yearly Mariachi Heritage Foundation Fundraiser. I also volunteer at the Savannah Memorial Park. At the recent fundraiser, the Fall Spirit Fest, I was the volunteer /vendor coordinator and worked closely with the City and Moose Lodge. I feel it is very important to volunteer and give back not only to the community I live in but other organizations and communities. If you have any questions regarding my application or would like to request references, please call or e-mail me, I would be happy to provide that information to you. E:mail:tioa @yahoo.com or 626/261 -3572.