​December 17, 2018

Point Beach Arts Committee Meeting Minutes
The meeting was held in the office of Borough Hall and was called to order at 7:05 by Chairwoman, Gerrie Vergona.   
Attendees: The following members and volunteers were in attendance:  Paul Kanitra, Gerrie Vergona, Cathy Jamison, James Dalton, Marisa Gray, Kim Allen, Jim Inzero, Marianne England, Barbara Russell, Carmelina Carra, Laurie Vicari, Tracey Jackson and Christopher Cochran
Laurie Vicari, Secretary was in attendance and recorded the minutes of the meeting.
Laurie moved and Paul seconded approval of the minutes from the August 27, 2018, October 1, 2018, October 22, 2018 and November 19, 2018 meetings.  Approved unanimously. 

  1. General Topics:

Year-end wrap up: Paul noted that the Committee’s first year, which kicked off in June 2018, proved to be successful.  Highlights included building a branded logo, staying on top of projects, attracting crowds to planned events, creating advertising strategies and considering requests from additional members and volunteers to join the Committee.  He also noted that the Committee was unique in its high monthly meeting attendance numbers.
Chairperson comments: Gerrie noted that for next year, there was an event planned for every month.  She also congratulated Kristi on a successful Flash Mob event at the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony and noted that the Photography Classes were gaining in popularity and attendance. 

  1. 2019 Events:   

January: Art Competition will be launched.  Prospectus will be sent out with a request for an image submission for judging consideration. 
 ACTION ITEM:  An empty Town store front would be a good venue to exhibit accepted Art Competition submissions.  James will look into empty store front availability.    Marketing Committee (Gerri/Cathy) should look into advertising opportunities for the Art competition. 
February:  MovieTime will take place on Saturday, February 2nd.  Jaws will be shown at the Laurel Fire House .  Will be promoted as a “Half-Way to Summer” event.  Surf Taco possible donating sponsor, Shore Points BBQ as a possible backup.  Beach attire will be optional, beach chairs for viewing/seating. 
ACTION ITEM:  Kim is spearheading the Movie Time event.  If Surf Taco can’t be brought in as donating sponsor, Marisa can connect with Shore Points.   
March:   Arts Committee Gala to be held at The White Sands on Saturday, March 30th.   Cathy is working on the sponsorship deck for the Gala.  Joylene is looking to have 6 artists in place.  Chris will work on immersive lighting experience. 
ACTION ITEM:  GALA:  Joylene should bring Chris to the White Sands so that he can map out interactive lighting options based on the space.  Jim Inzero will provide Artist contacts to Gerrie or Joylene.      
 
April:  Possible concert in Ocean County Music space.   
ACTION ITEM:  James will work with Mike to set up a date and time and performers for April music performance in OCM.    
May:    Bike In to be held on May 18th.  Location TBD.  Possibilities include Pleasure Park, Arnold Avenue BandShell, Inlet Parking Lot. 
ACTION ITEM:  Need to discuss May Bike In location and to further assign responsibilities.  Discuss at January 7th meeting.     
June/July/August:  Art in the Gazebo , Summer Stock  (in the Arnold Ave BandShell) , Music Crawls at Storefronts and PPB corners, various dates throughout the Summer. 
ACTION ITEM:  Gerrie will schedule and coordinate Art in the Gazebo, Marisa will keep the Committee up to date regarding Actor’s availability for Summer Stock performances.  James and Mike will coordinate summer Music Crawls. 
September:   Seafood Festival and Town Bonfire .  Need to sign up for an Arts Committee table in the Spring 2019 for the Seafood Festival and arrange for a table at the Bonfire. Need to order Arts Committee Banner and pamphlets.    
ACTION ITEM:  Need to identify volunteers for Seafood Festival participation.   Need to order Banner and Pamphlets.   
October:  Bike In ????  – need to discuss further.
November:  Sleigh Trolley – not discussed.
December:  Flash Mob, Snowman Decorating Contest.  To be discussed further, maybe mid year. 
 

  1. Other Topics Discussed:

Murals:  Paul advised that the PPB Boro attorney is drawing up the legal agreement for the murals to be painted on privately owned buildings.  Jim has secured 4 locations to start:

  • Stella e Luna (Bay and Arnold Avenues)
  • Atlantic Fishery (Channel Drive)
  • ReMax  (Bay Ave)
  • Amazon Fruit Bowls (Arnold Avenue)

Jim is finding artists to participate, a mix of locals and out of towner’s.  The Building Owners will be meeting with the artists, hopefully in March, and approval process for artist and product will follow.  Building Owners will donate the paint. 
ACTION ITEM:  Jim Inzero will follow up with his artist contacts to identify artist to complete murals.
 
Photography and Art Classes:   Carmelina needs a venue to hold photography classes.  She was advised that the Municipal Building would be available two Fridays every month.  If that was not a viable option, it was suggested that the White Sands has offered their spaces; perhaps that would work. 
ACTION ITEM:  Carmelina should speak to Cathy Jamison regarding the possibility of holding Photography classes in the White Sands.    
              
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 pm.
The next meeting will be held on Monday, January 7, 2019 at 7:00 pm at the Municipal Building.