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10.B.3. PRSR 01 08 2003 046 . 3. Center for Community Committee Minutes of Meeting on Thursday, September 19, 2002, 4:00 p.m. Elk River Area High School Present: Don Heinz man, Jim Mulroy, Sara Hartman, Cliff Lundberg, Louise Kuester, Carole McNaughton Commers, Darlene Solberg, Tony Mikols, Nancy Gongoll, Rachel Leonard, Elaine Anderson, Jane Lindenfelser, Betty Zehringer, Lois Swanson, Charlie Blesener and Tony Darkenwald, Guests Jamie Havorson, Jon Barth and Rana Nestrud. The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Don Heinzman, Chair. The minutes of the August 29, 2002 meeting were approved as printed. Don Heinzman introduced Arts Magnet Program Director Rana Nestrud and two ERAHS students Jamie Haverson and Jon Barth who had been invited to give input about high school space issues. Jamie commented that space for ceramics is needed by high school students. Sophomores were cut from ceramics offerings this year. Other classes that would be popular are painting, drawing, and jewelry. The Arts Magnet offers enriched after school classes in these areas, but Jamie felt there was room for more. She also suggested that a place to sell students' works and exhibit them would be helpful. Students commented that exhibit space is more equitable between sports and the arts now, but there is still a need for more space. It was remarked that students often do not have time in their daytime schedules for art classes. Jamie said she thought that having intergenerational classes would work. Jon Barth suggested that musicians and vocalists would appreciate a recording studio. There is a private recording studio near Zimmerman currently. Also, acoustic rehearsal space for bands would be used. Currently lessons are offered at the Main Street Music and Backbeat Music. Local bands currently play at The Emporium. There was a good concert at Lions Park last year. Both students recommended that students be involved in the planning of a community center. Rana Nestrud said that the open studio is a very popular component of the Arts Magnet and she predicts it would be good at Handke too. The Arts Magnet program offers workshops to students, staff and parents in a variety of arts. They also participate in the student exhibit at the Paramount in St. Cloud and are cosponsors of the new Concert Series, and an Evening of the Arts. The Arts Magnet also sponsors Arts Week each year with guest artists and special arts activities in the Spring. Summer time and weekend hours would be good for arts offerings at Handke. It was also noted that home school and private school students would be primary users of arts offerings in the Community Family & Arts Center. The graphic arts and media classes at ERAHS are extremely popular today. Jamie said that the arts offerings often provide a reason for students to come to school. Carole McNaughton Commers said that Community Education is exploring a new after school program for middle school. They are researching sources for funding. Jamie said she thinks elementary and middle school students would participate in drawing and painting classes if there was good guidance offered. She also said that there are few places to enjoy music pursuits and to "hang out." Theatre classes for children would be popular. It was noted that Lincoln Elementary annually has a theatre residency with the Prairie Fire Theatre Company. Community Ed offers theatre classes, but it is difficult to obtain instructors from 3-5pm. Dance is another area that needs space. During discussion about senior needs during our last meeting, it was noted that wood shop may be a needed offering. Continued discussion of Senior Issues: Don Heinzman reported that he visited with Dan Dixon, executive director of Guardian Angels who is open to further discussions about senior space requirements in our community. Community & Family Art Center: Rachel Leonard, Commissioner in Sherburne County, reported that a fund exists that is fed by the Federal Jail, and that the YMCA is planning to request capital funds for its new project. It was suggested that the proposed Community Family & Art Center uniquely serves Sherburne County residents and may qualify for funding and, therefore, it was agreed to inquire about the fund. It was moved by Darlene Solberg and seconded by Nancy Gongoll to adopt a resolution supporting the Community Family & Arts Center (see attached). In the discussion,it was noted that there is a large base of volunteers involved in the project and that the Handke project is regional in scope. The Community Education and ECFE programs need a permanent home. A referendum for a new elementary school will need to pass. Handke is especially important to the area in its historical significance. Handke is no longer in step with current elementary facilities...the Family & Art Center would be a better use. It would be a good continuing long term use of the facility. It is close to the current downtown area and would be an asset in the redevelopment of the downtown. The resolution was passed. It was agreed to request a meeting with the original Operation ER Team to request their support and commit the balance of their funds to the project. Betty Zehringer will convene a meeting next month. The next steps identified were to: • Con0ene the Operation ER Team to adopt the resolution • Invite other organizations to adopt the resolution • Hold one on one meetings with stake holders • Involve a strategist, possibly from the Initiative Foundation • Contact ArtSpace to explore their services • The next meeting will be held Thursday, November 14 (changed to November 21) at Handke School. The meeting adjourned at approximately 5:30 p.m. Center for Community Committee Minutes of Meeting on Thursday, September 19, 2002, 4:00 p.m. Elk River Area High School Present: Don Heinz man, Jim Mulroy, Sara Hartman, Cliff Lundberg, Louise Kuester, Carole McNaughton Commers, Darlene Solberg, Tony Mikols, Nancy Gongoll, Rachel Leonard, Elaine Anderson, Jane Lindenfelser, Betty Zehringer, Lois Swanson, Charlie Blesener and Tony Darkenwald, Guests Jamie Havorson, Jon Barth and Rana Nestrud. The meeting was called to order at 4:00 p.m. by Don Heinzman, Chair. The minutes of the August 29, 2002 meeting were approved as printed. Don Heinzman introduced Arts Magnet Program Director Rana Nestrud and two ERAHS students Jamie Haverson and Jon Barth who had been invited to give input about high school space issues. Jamie commented that space for ceramics is needed by high school students. Sophomores were cut from ceramics offerings this year. Other classes that would be popular are painting, drawing, and jewelry. The Arts Magnet offers enriched after school classes in these areas, but Jamie felt there was room for more. She also suggested that a place to sell students' works and exhibit them would be helpful. Students commented that exhibit space is more equitable between sports and the arts now, but there is still a need for more space. It was remarked that students often do not have time in their daytime schedules for art classes. Jamie said she thought that having intergenerational classes would work. Jon Barth suggested that musicians and vocalists would appreciate a recording studio. There is a private recording studio near Zimmerman currently. Also, acoustic rehearsal space for bands would be used. Currently lessons are offered at the Main Street Music and Backbeat Music. Local bands currently play at The Emporium. There was a good concert at Lions Park last year. Both students recommended that students be involved in the planning of a community center. Rana Nestrud said that the open studio is a very popular component of the Arts Magnet and she predicts it would be good at Handke too. The Arts Magnet program offers workshops to students, staff and parents in a variety of arts. They also participate in the student exhibit at the Paramount in St. Cloud and are cosponsors of the new Concert Series, and an Evening of the Arts. The Arts Magnet also sponsors Arts Week each year with guest artists and special arts activities in the Spring. Summer time and weekend hours would be good for arts offerings at Handke. It was also noted that home school and private school students would be primary users of arts offerings in the Community Family & Arts Center. The graphic arts and media classes at ERAHS are extremely popular today. Jamie said that the arts offerings often provide a reason for students to come to school. Carole McNaughton Commers said that Community Education is exploring a new after school program for middle school. They are researching sources for funding. Jamie said she thinks elementary and middle school students would participate in drawing and painting classes if there was good guidance offered. She also said that there are few places to enjoy music pursuits and to "hang out." Theatre classes for children would be popular. It was noted that Lincoln Elementary annually has a theatre residency with the • Prairie Fire Theatre Company. Community Ed offers theatre classes, but it is difficult to obtain instructors from 3-5pm. Dance is another area that needs space. During discussion about senior needs during our last meeting, it was noted that wood shop may be a needed offering. Continued discussion of Senior Issues: Don Heinzman reported that he visited with Dan Dixon, executive director of Guardian Angels who is open to further discussions about senior apace requirements in our community. Community & Family Art Center: Rachel Leonard, Commissioner in Sherburne County, reported that a fund exists that is fed by the Federal Jail, and that the YMCA is planning to request capital funds for its new project. It was suggested that the proposed Community Family & Art Center uniquely serves Sherburne County residents and may qualify for funding and, therefore, it was agreed to inquire about the fund. NOV 2 0 2002 ��EftRTION ER I ni,,,. AIV .�;;n Center for Community Committee Thursday, November 21, 2002 4:00 p.m. Notice: SPECIAL MEETING LOCATION Handke School (enter from Proctor and follow signs) AGENDA • Call to order, 4:00 p.m. • • Approval of Minutes of meeting on September 19, 2002 • Action plan utilizing Operation ER Team fund (approx. $3,000) in support of Community Family & Art Center • Next Meeting Date • Adjourn Involving the Elk River community in a `great conversation'to identify and implement a shared vision.