J_CBAC_2017A 08/18/2017 01:30 PM Committee Summary

01:33 PM -- Election of Chair and Vice-chair



The committee accepted nominations for the positions of chair and vice-chair.

01:35 PM -- Introduction of New Members and Selection of Meeting Dates



Mr. Gary Petri, newly appointed to the committee, introduced himself.



01:36 PM -- Proposed Donation of Art in the Capitol – U.S.S. Colorado



Senator Bob Gardner introduced himself and Mr. Don Addy and Capt. John "JJ" Mackin. He expressed the importance of the state supporting the USS Colorado submarine.



Mr. Addy introduced the committee to the Colorado Thirty Group, of which he serves on the board. He described the organization's work and its donation of a sculpted crest of the USS Colorado. Committee members received an application packet (Attachment A).



Attachment A.pdf



Mr. Addy discussed the sculpted crest of the USS Colorado, its commissioning, and its place on the USS Colorado.



Capt. Mackin, representing the U.S. Navy League, discussed the genesis, construction, and naming of the USS Colorado. He further described the ship's christening in December 2016. He explained that the ship is now on the water, undergoing final testing to be taken to sea for the first time, noting that it will be formally commissioned in March of 2018. Capt. Mackin noted that this is the fourth Navy ship named the USS Colorado.



Mr. Addy explained that the crest would be an unencumbered gift to the Capitol by the Colorado Thirty Group.



In response to a committee question, the donors explained that the Latin words on the crest mean, "Untamed by land and sea."

01:51 PM -- Discussion of Capitol Cafeteria and Café Space



Mr. Kenny Parish, representing the Business Enterprise Program (BEP), provided an overview of the program and its role in managing the Capitol cafeteria. He provided a packet of information to the committee (Attachment B).



Attachment B.pdf



Mr. McNulty suggested that a strategic plan be prepared for the space. Mr. Parish agreed to help with such a process. Mr. Parish further discussed the challenges the space faces, including limitations under the City and County of Denver's health code.



Representative Lontine expressed frustration with the food selection in the cafeteria, while recognizing the limitations of the space. Ms. Contiguglia requested additional information about how many people the Capitol cafeteria serves and how that varies during the year. Ms. Ameen and Mr. Parish discussed the role of the BEP in maintaining the cafeteria space, including the tables and chairs.



Mr. Parish responded to questions from Mr. Turner regarding the requirements of the BEP and its application in other state buildings. He noted that museums are exempt as higher education facilities, since History Colorado is part of the Department of Higher Education. Mr. Lee provided additional information about the relationship between the BEP and Capitol building staff.





02:02 PM



Mr. Parish explained that Denver's health rules have limited the program's ability to prepare food off-site and move it to the Capitol building. Mr. Aaron Youngblood, representing the BEP, responded to questions from Ms. Contiguglia about the applicability of Denver's health rules to state buildings. Mr. Lee noted other areas where state facilities do have to follow city and county requirements.



Mr. McNulty recommended further meetings with committee members, legislators, and staff to make plans before the legislative session. Ms. Julia Jackson, Legislative Council Staff, agreed to follow up with members to pursue this.



02:07 PM -- Relocation of Plaque Honoring Jack Fitzpatrick



Ms. Effie Ameen, Secretary of the Senate, explained that the plaque honoring Jack Fitzpatrick was removed during renovations of the Senate committee rooms in 2016. She explained that the press rooms are now located in the basement and room 326. At the chair's request, Ms. Ameen explained why Mr. Fitzpatrick was commemorated on the plaque. Mr. Halaas elaborated on this history.



Mr. McNulty and Ms. Ameen discussed the possibility of soliciting opinions of the Capitol press corps on where to locate the plaque. Committee members agreed to pursue the press' preferences. Senator Grantham suggested he has a slight preference for room 326.

02:13 PM -- Report on CBAC Gold Fund



Ms. Heather Lin, Legislative Council Staff, presented the annual report of the CBAC Gold Fund (Attachment C). She noted that gift desk sales are up 26 percent from the previous fiscal year, and that the biggest sellers at the gift desk are mile high markers and Christmas ornaments. Committee members commented on these items.



Attachment C.pdf



02:17 PM -- Staff Updates



Mr. Lance Shepherd, Department of Personnel and Administration, discussed a proposal to replace the light fixtures for the grand stairwell in the Capitol building. Committee members received a historical photograph and drawings of the proposed light fixtures (Attachment D). Mr. Shepherd noted that History Colorado has recommended simplifications of the proposed design. He further explained that plastic pieces on the current fixtures are broken.



Attachment D.pdf



Senator Grantham clarified that the proposal would be changed to replace the etched glass with frosted glass. Mr. Turner discussed the reasons for History Colorado's recommended changes, which help distinguish historic features from replacements. Mr. Shepherd added that the new fixtures would be marked with the date when they were added.



In response to a question, Mr. Damion Pechota, Legislative Council Staff, noted that the photograph probably dates to 1898 or 1899. Ms. Ameen and Mr. Shepherd explained that historic portions of the bases would remain in place.

02:26 PM



Mr. Ernest House, Jr., Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs, provided an update on the Sand Creek Massacre Memorial. He reminded the committee that the General Assembly adopted Senate Joint Resolution 17-106, and he noted that an annual consultation with tribes would be held at History Colorado in October. He noted that the tribes continue to look at design elements and location options. Final recommendations will be brought to the committee after consultations are complete.



Mr. Lee thanked Mr. House for his work on this issue and others.



02:30 PM



Mr. Pechota provided additional updates to the committee. He noted that committee members received copies of the committee's annual report (Attachment E) and artwork condition report (Attachment F). He discussed the committee's funds available for small capital projects and described some of these projects.



Attachment E.pdf Attachment F.pdf



Mr. Pechota explained that the case holding the Women's Gold tapestry will be repainted, and he noted his plans to seek a quote for a new frame for the lark bunting painting on the first floor. Ms. Eddins suggested a frame that could possibly be used for this purpose.





Mr. Pechota told the committee that the portrait of Governor Carlson will be restored. He requested permission to begin updates to the committee's Criteria and Procedures document. Representative Lontine, Mr. Pechota, and Mr. Lee discussed office numbering in the Capitol building, noting that changes require modifying the fire panels in the building.



Mr. Pechota updated the committee on the grant for the cultural landscape assessment, the new Facebook page for the Capitol, and the recent acquisition of historic display cases from History Colorado.



02:39 PM



Ms. Jackson noted the committee's upcoming meeting dates.



Ms. Eddins told committee members about some items that have recently been returned to the Capitol building.



02:42 PM



The committee adjourned.