SIMSBURY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER BOARD
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 23, 2010
I. CALL TO ORDER
Dave Ryan called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m. In addition to Mr. Ryan, Board members Leo Collins, Sharon Lawson, and Greg Piecuch were present. Also in attendance were David C. Bell, Venue Manager, Nick Buccarella.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. Piecuch moved to approve the minutes of the June 16, 2010 meeting. Mr. Ryan seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
III. ATC REPORT ON 2009-2010 PLAN – MARKETING, OPERATIONS AND BUDGET
Mr. Bell gave a verbal report. Final preparations were underway for the opening night of the TMMF on June 25. No significant problems had been encountered. There was discussion concerning passes for the food vendors and members of the Main Street Partnership. No action was taken.
IV. NPE – TICKET NETWORK PROPOSAL
Mr. Bell indicated that the planned meeting concerning this proposal had been again pushed back. He will update the Board once there is new information concerning the proposal. No further action was taken.
V. DISCUSSION CONCERNING 2010 PROGRAMMING OPTIONS
Mr. Bell stated that he has attempted to determine the status of a possible 2010 REACH Music Festival. The latest report was that the REACH Foundation was having a difficult time securing an artist. It was agreed that a possible Labor Day event should be tabled pending a final decision from REACH. No further action was taken.
VI. PAC ALCOHOL POLICY STATUS
Mr. Ryan indicated that he had met with Hiram Peck and the Police Chief concerning the status of this policy. The matter is still in the process of being reviewed by town staff. The policy may be reviewed by the PAC Board again before going back to the Board of Selectmen. No further action was taken.
VII. PAC SIGNAGE NEEDS
The Board briefly discussed the need for more prominent signing at the facility. It was reported that Mr. Mason was assisting in the design of signage. It was decided to discuss this issue in further detail at a future meeting. No further action was taken.
VIII. CONSIDERATION OF REQUESTS TO USE THE PAC
There were no requests pending before the Board.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
Mr. Piecuch moved to adjourn at 7:56 p.m. Mr. Collins seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Gregory W. Piecuch
Vice-Chairman
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