Mesquite Public Arts Commission Meeting - May 18, 2026
Mesquite Public Arts Commission Meeting - May 18, 2026
The Mesquite Public Arts Commission (MPAC) met on Monday, May 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the Mesquite City Hall Council Chambers. Commissioners present included Steve, Dave, Mitzi, Karen, and new youth member Kayla (on Zoom for the oath). Bethany participated remotely (sick at home). The meeting covered updates on First Friday events, power box wraps, a mural proposal, and commissioner reports. Key actions included approval of minutes, a motion to use Morph funds for additional power box wrap sides, and a motion to present the mural proposal to the city council.
Consent Calendar
- Approved the Monday, April 20, 2026 MPAC meeting minutes and the Monday, May 18, 2026 meeting agenda by unanimous voice vote.
- Presented a certificate to Kayla, the new youth representative (under 18, unable to be sworn in but recognized as a member).
Public Comments & Testimony
- No public comments were received during either public comment period.
Discussion Items
- First Friday Updates: The last First Friday before summer break was held. The next event will be in October, moved to the second Saturday. Discussion focused on naming (e.g., "Arts Path") and incorporating historic district elements. Commissioners agreed to involve youth representative Kayla in future committee meetings. No formal action taken.
- OPD Power Box Wraps: Karen reported that one side of wraps was completed at Peggy Sue’s and Western Alliance Bank, with Lee’s Liquors wrap looking vibrant. A Dollar Tree wrap is in progress. Approximately $1,900 remains in the budget. Karen requested estimates for adding second sides to the Peggy Sue and Western Alliance boxes. Commissioner Mitzi moved to use funds from the Morph account (which holds donations and First Friday money) to cover any cost difference for the second sides. Motion seconded by Dave and passed unanimously. Karen also noted that issues with the Morph treasurer had delayed payments to the artist.
- Mural Proposal: A mural by artist Miles, proposed for the back of the Reliance building, was presented. Cost is $10,200, with $5,100 already donated by Paul in memory of his wife. An additional $5,100 is needed. Commissioner Steve noted the city council had not yet seen the specific design. A motion to present the mural proposal to the city council at the next tech review (June 2) and council meeting (June 9) was made, seconded, and passed unanimously. Commissioner Steve also mentioned the Mesquite Regional Community Fund (Wyoming Community Foundation) as an alternative funding source, with a grant deadline of June 15, 2026.
- Commissioners' Comments and Reports:
- Dave: Shared excitement about the high school theater group’s nationals in Indianapolis (June 21-28). Fundraising exceeded goal.
- Mitzi: Raised the need for a rehearsal space for performing arts in the historic district. Proposed exploring city-owned spaces (e.g., old gym, old fire station, Jimmy Hughes Center). Commissioners agreed to gather information and bring the topic to the June meeting.
- Caitlin (youth rep): Planning a meeting with students to develop a dance/arts project; will provide cost estimates.
- Karen: Clarified MPAC is a commission (not a council) to avoid confusion in minutes. Also reported on a potential new printer (J&J) for wraps and box repairs.
- Bethany: Confirmed the high school theater trip; they will perform on June 23. She will share a recording.
- Steve: Provided the Art Subtrust balance as of April 30, 2026: $2,533.01, with $1.14 interest accrued. No withdrawals.
Key Outcomes
- Motion 1 (OPD Power Box Wraps): Unanimously approved using Morph account funds to cover cost differences for adding second sides to the Peggy Sue and Western Alliance power box wraps. (Motion by Mitzi, second by Dave)
- Motion 2 (Mural Proposal): Unanimously approved to present the mural proposal to the city council. Staff will place it on the June 2 tech review and June 9 council meeting agenda. (Motion by Steve, second by Dave)
- Next Steps: Commissioners will explore rehearsal space options and report back in June. The youth representative will coordinate with students. The mural proposal will be forwarded to city council. The power box wrap project will continue with additional second sides.
Meeting Transcript
He's about to, and I'll start recording. Okay. All right, guys, we've started. Oh, it's 10. I'll call this meeting to order. And we have Karen who's in Wyoming, and she's on the Zoom meeting. Is it a Zoom meeting that you use? Google. Frank Google meeting. Okay, and we have Bethany, who's in town, but she's sick. So she's here, she's at home, so she doesn't spread germs to us. And then the rest of us are here. Okay, public comment. We have no public comment. Can I get consideration approval of the Monday, April 20th, Mesquite Public Arts Commission meeting minutes and today's meeting agenda? Move for approval. And a second. I'll second. Okay, Mitsi second. All in favor? Aye. Aye. I think what we should do right now is um present Kayla with her certificate. Yep. Can we want to go up front? That way we can. Oh sure. You'll take the picture? Yes. Markham? Yes, sir. Dave, you might as well come too. Right. Let me let me speak into this mic so we can point on this camera. Okay. At least you wore a collard shirt there. Right. So fortunately, since Caitlin's over us are under 18, we can't sore you in and can't take a note, but you're still a member of MPAC. And we well, Steve, you want to do the honors? Okay. I'll give it on this side. So you're on that side, Dave. Mitzi? Okay. I'm presenting you with the certificate, stating that you are a member of MPACT, and your input is and you can get out of school for one hour once a month. Could you lower it more just a little bit? Perfect. Awesome. Thank you. There you go.
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