Capitol Building Advisory Committee (10/19/2012)

Final
STAFF SUMMARY OF MEETING

CAPITOL BUILDING ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Date:	10/19/2012	ATTENDANCE

Time:	09:33 AM to 11:14 AM	Bell	X
		Eddins	X
Place:	SCR 354	Green	X
		Lee	X
This Meeting was called to order by		Markwell	E
	Senator Newell	Patterson	*
		Rosentrater	X
This Report was prepared by		Sill	X
	Julia Jackson	Stephens	E
		Walter	X
		Contiguglia	E
		Newell	X
		X = Present, E = Excused, A = Absent, * = Present after roll call

Bills Addressed:		Action Taken:
Approval of August Minutes Fallen Heroes Memorial Cellular Service Enhancement Additional Bicycle Racks Liberty Bell Restoration Capitol Quilt Show Maintenance of Statues on Grounds State Key Relocation Armenian Khachkar Donation Mr. Brown's Attic Maintenance		Pass Pass Witness Testimony and/or Committee Discussion Only Pass Pass Pass Pass Witness Testimony and/or Committee Discussion Only Witness Testimony and/or Committee Discussion Only Witness Testimony and/or Committee Discussion Only

09:35 AM -- Approval of August Minutes

The committee was called to order by the chair, Senator Newell. A quorum was present. Committee members, including new member Ms. Jil Rosentrater and temporary member Mr. Joseph Bell, introduced themselves.


BILL:	Approval of August Minutes
TIME:	09:36:15 AM
MOVED:	Green
MOTION:	Moved to approve the summary of the committee's August 17, 2012, meeting. The motion passed without objection.
SECONDED:	Eddins
		VOTE
	Bell
	Eddins
	Green
	Lee
	Markwell	Excused
	Patterson	Excused
	Rosentrater
	Sill
	Stephens	Excused
	Walter
	Contiguglia	Excused
	Newell

YES: 0 NO: 0 EXC: 4 ABS: 0 FINAL ACTION: Pass Without Objection

09:37 AM -- Fallen Heroes Memorial

Mr. Seth Rosenman of Rosenman Associates Architects and Mr. Todd Mead of Civitas presented design information about the Fallen Heroes Memorial to the committee. Mr. Rosenman reminded them that he presented this design at the committee's July meeting, and he explained the key features of the new memorial. He noted that concerns were previously raised about the plant material in the center of the memorial and its potential to obstruct the view of the State Capitol Building.

09:43 AM

Mr. Mead described the proposed plants: autumn blaze maple trees on the edges of the memorial and serviceberry trees in the center. He explained the advantages to each of these plants in the context of the memorial. Mr. Rosenman noted that the serviceberry trees would add 10 to 12 feet of height but due to their trunk structure would still preserve visibility. Committee members discussed their concerns with Mr. Mead and Mr. Rosenman, including anticipated debris from the serviceberry trees. Mr. Rosenman noted that the trees would largely be contained within mulch planters. Mr. Walter and Mr. Rosenman discussed lighting the memorial, including the planters. Mr. Lee, Ms. Sill, and Mr. Rosenman discussed the potential for expanding the memorial in the future.

09:53 AM

Mr. Bell and Mr. Rosenman clarified the size of the proposed trees and discussed their impact on the approach to the memorial. Ms. Eddins and Mr. Mead noted that the proposed trees would be particularly hardy.


BILL:	Fallen Heroes Memorial
TIME:	09:55:54 AM
MOVED:	Eddins
MOTION:	Moved to support the proposed revisions to the Fallen Heroes Memorial design submitted by Rosenman Associates Architects. The motion passed without objection.
SECONDED:	Rosentrater
		VOTE
	Bell
	Eddins
	Green
	Lee
	Markwell	Excused
	Patterson
	Rosentrater
	Sill
	Stephens	Excused
	Walter
	Contiguglia	Excused
	Newell

YES: 0 NO: 0 EXC: 3 ABS: 0 FINAL ACTION: Pass Without Objection

09:56 AM

Mr. Rosenman and Senator Newell discussed the involvement of the Denver Landmark Preservation Commission in the proposed design.

09:58 AM -- Cellular Service Enhancement

Ms. Kate Polesovsky, Governor's Office of Information Technology (OIT), explained the work her office has done to help AT&T improve its cellular service in the Capitol. She presented slides about the project to the committee (Attachment A). Committee members also received a memo prepared by staff explaining the project's impact on the Capitol building (Attachment B). Ms. Polesovsky noted that the technology being used in the project is neutral, and although other carriers have opted not to participate at this time, they could in the future. She provided background information about the project, noting that mobile data customers expect high levels of service everywhere. She explained that OIT is close to signing a design agreement with AT&T.

Attachment A.pdf

Attachment B.pdf

10:04 AM

At Senator Newell's request, Ms. Polesovsky described the antennas that will be visible in office areas of the Capitol and the cables that will be used to connect the antennas. Senator Newell clarified that the project is being undertaken at AT&T's expense. Ms. Christine Staberg, representing AT&T, and Ms. Eddins discussed AT&T's existing service in the building. Ms. Staberg noted that the cost of installation to AT&T will be around $1 to $1.5 million. Ms. Sill and Mr. Bell clarified details of the project.

10:12 AM

Mr. Lee and Ms. Polesovsky discussed the location of the base server racks. She noted that if the racks are located at History Colorado, the space will be leased to AT&T. Ms. Sill and Ms. Polesovsky discussed the life span of the project and the placement of the antennas.

10:14 AM -- Additional Bicycle Racks

Mr. Rick Lee, Property Manager, Department of Personnel and Administration, explained that the Legislative Management Team requested an additional bicycle rack at the southwest entrance to the Capitol building. The rack will be identical to racks already in place at the southeast and northwest entrances. Staff reminded the committee that the Capital Development Committee (CDC) must also approve this request. Mr. Lee added that his office will be exploring the possibility of placing a Denver B-Cycle bike sharing station near the Capitol in the future.


BILL:	Additional Bicycle Racks
TIME:	10:16:28 AM
MOVED:	Patterson
MOTION:	Moved to approve and forward to the Capital Development Committee the recommendation that an additional bicycle rack be located at the southwest entrance to the Capitol building. The motion passed without objection.
SECONDED:	Green
		VOTE
	Bell
	Eddins
	Green
	Lee
	Markwell	Excused
	Patterson
	Rosentrater
	Sill
	Stephens	Excused
	Walter
	Contiguglia	Excused
	Newell

YES: 0 NO: 0 EXC: 3 ABS: 0 FINAL ACTION: Pass Without Objection

10:17 AM -- Liberty Bell Restoration

Ms. Sue Johnson, Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Mount Rosa Chapter, updated the committee on DAR's efforts to restore the Liberty Bell replica in Lincoln Park. Committee members received a copy of a proposal to investigate the wood in the bell's yoke, prepared for the DAR by Anthony & Associates and Atkinson-Noland & Associates (Attachment C). Ms. Johnson explained the importance of undertaking this investigation. She noted that the proposed analysis may require drilling to remove a small piece of the wood. Senator Newell and Ms. Johnson discussed the cost of the analysis. Ms. Johnson added that U.S. Forest Service may be willing to contribute to the analysis for use in restoring other replica Liberty Bells. Mr. Bell clarified the history of where the replica Liberty Bell has been located in the state.

Attachment C.pdf


BILL:	Liberty Bell Restoration
TIME:	10:24:12 AM
MOVED:	Green
MOTION:	Moved to approve the Daughters of the American Revolution, Mount Rosa Chapter's proposal to investigate the wooden yoke, including possibly drilling to remove a small piece of wood for analysis, of the replica Liberty Bell located in Lincoln Park. The motion passed without objection.
SECONDED:	Walter
		VOTE
	Bell
	Eddins
	Green
	Lee
	Markwell	Excused
	Patterson
	Rosentrater
	Sill
	Stephens	Excused
	Walter
	Contiguglia	Excused
	Newell

YES: 0 NO: 0 EXC: 3 ABS: 0 FINAL ACTION: Pass Without Objection

10:25 AM -- Capitol Quilt Show

Ms. Shelley Young and Ms. Penny Christensen, representing the Colorado Quilting Council (CQC), introduced themselves to the committee and presented information about the 2013 Capitol Quilt Show. Ms. Young provided background on the show and explained her proposed changes to the show's schedule, installation, and outreach efforts. Committee members received a document detailing these proposals (Attachment D). Ms. Christensen noted that the CQC funds the project and any new outreach. Ms. Eddins and Ms. Young discussed the process of entering quilts into the show, which is done on a first-come, first-served basis. Senator Newell and Ms. Young discussed possible ways to display additional quilts around the state.

Attachment D.pdf

10:30 AM

Ms. Rosentrater and Ms. Young discussed the process of collecting the quilts for display. Mr. Patterson and Ms. Young discussed the problems with the installation in the past and the efforts to minimize disruption. Mr. Bell and Senator Newell, and Ms. Young and Ms. Christensen, discussed the CQC's procedures for accepting controversial quilts. Ms. Sill and Ms. Young clarified the proposed changes to the installation procedures from prior Capitol Quilt Shows and the method for displaying the quilts.


BILL:	Capitol Quilt Show
TIME:	10:39:25 AM
MOVED:	Rosentrater
MOTION:	Moved to approve the dates and installation methods proposed by the Colorado Quilting Council for the 2013 Capitol Quilt Show (see Attachment D). The motion passed without objection.
SECONDED:	Green
		VOTE
	Bell
	Eddins
	Green
	Lee
	Markwell	Excused
	Patterson
	Rosentrater
	Sill
	Stephens	Excused
	Walter
	Contiguglia	Excused
	Newell

YES: 0 NO: 0 EXC: 3 ABS: 0 FINAL ACTION: Pass Without Objection

10:40 AM -- Maintenance of Statues on Grounds

Mr. Rick Lee, Property Manager, Department of Personnel and Administration, reminded the committee of its concerns regarding cleaning the statues on the Capitol grounds. Committee members received a proposal for conservation treatment services prepared by Silo Workshop (Attachment E). Mr. Lee explained that this company cleans statues for the City and County of Denver. He explained that Capitol Complex could begin this work in the spring using available year-end funds. He proposed beginning with the statues on the Capitol grounds, and then proceeding to Lincoln Park in future years. Ms. Rosentrater clarified that the railing at the bottom of the west steps is actually public artwork, and the state's public art program has a maintenance plan that can be used to address that particular piece. Ms. Sill expressed concern for the base of the Closing Era statue on the east side of the Capitol. Committee members discussed the necessary treatments for various pieces.

Attachment E.pdf
10:46 AM -- State Key Relocation

Mr. Kevin Patterson, Office of the Governor, updated the committee on the relocation of the William Knous bust and the State Key. He explained that he has met with Hyde Park Jewelers, which originally donated the key. He noted that Hyde Park is willing to move the key, but the final location is still being discussed. Mr. Patterson and Ms. Kori Donaldson, Legislative Council Staff, agreed to coordinate their communications with the Knous family on the matter.

10:48 AM -- Armenian Khachkar Donation

Ms. Donaldson updated the committee on the donation of an Armenian Khachkar. She noted that the Capital Development Committee (CDC) approved the CBAC's recommendation to accept the donation but would like to see any final designs of the memorial and surrounding garden approved by the CBAC. She added that the CDC would support a resolution during the legislative session as well. Senator Newell clarified with Ms. Donaldson the procedure for accepting the donation going forward. Committee discussion continued regarding the size of the khachkar. Mr. Lance Shepherd, Manager of Design and Construction Programs, Division of Central Services, Department of Personnel and Administration, addressed the size of the khachkar relative to other monuments in the area of the garden. Mr. Walter offered to sit in on an informal meeting with the Armenians of Colorado and staff.

10:57 AM -- Mr. Brown's Attic Maintenance

Ms. Theresa Holst, Visitor Services Manager, reminded the committee of its prior discussions regarding maintenance needs in Mr. Brown's Attic. She introduced Ms. Marie Shapiro and Mr. Gary Reed from Reed Photo, who prepared an estimate to maintain the items in the attic (Attachment F). Ms. Shapiro suggested that installing LED lighting would be beneficial as well. She explained that the pieces have begun to "bow," which she suspects is caused by their frames, and she explained that Reed Photo has proposed new frames. Mr. Reed noted that some displays (about 20 percent) would need to be replaced, but in most cases the new frames will be sufficient. Ms. Shapiro added that the existing interactive timeline is not currently functional, and she discussed alternatives that are incorporated into the proposal.

Attachment F.pdf

11:07 AM

Ms. Sill and Mr. Reed discussed the fading on the existing displays. Ms. Shapiro and Mr. Reed explained that the frames would not be a permanent solution but would add about five years of life to the existing exhibits. Mr. Lee noted that some sample LED lights are in place in Mr. Brown's Attic as well. Ms. Sill and Ms. Shapiro discussed the proposed interactive timeline. Committee discussion continued on this proposal.

11:14 AM

The committee adjourned. Some members of the committee proceeded to a tour of Mr. Brown's Attic.