MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE FINE ARTS COMMISSION

• Document Type: CREST
• Collection: General CIA Records
• Document Number (FOIA) /ESDN (CREST): CIA-RDP87-01130R000100040021-3
• Release Decision: RIPPUB
• Original Classification: K
• Document Page Count: 5
• Document Creation Date: December 16, 2016
• Document Release Date: July 12, 2005
• Sequence Number: 21
• Publication Date: February 9, 1981
• Content Type: MIN

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MINUTES
OF THE 9 FEBRUARY 1981
MEETING OF THE FINE ARTS COMMISSION
1. The meeting was called to order at 1105 hrs. in room
7D32, Headquarters. Present were:
Members: Bruce T. Johnson, Chairman
Representatives:
2. The minutes of the 8 December 1980 meeting were approved
as submitted.
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a. resented a report on the guidelines for
posting on t
He ne-w u, ,L--
-panel display screens for use at
Headquarters building entrances. passed out a draft
memo on "Recommendations for Use of Display Units at Entryways"
and discussion was opened on what messages should be posted on
the screens. Mr. Pickerall, from GSA, stated that certain
required GSA notices should be posted at the main entrance on a
permanent basis. I indicated some messages would be
retained on a permanent basis on the screens, e.g., take off
badge when leaving building, packages subject to inspection, no
firearms or photographic equipment in building.
suggested time-sensitive notices such as announc g est
speakers and concerts be posted. It was decided that OPPPM
should be the approving office for announcements, since they
already approve other such postings. OL/LSD assistance will be
available once notices have been approved. Mr. Johnson suggested
that this memorandum be published as an employee bulletin.
indicated that a paragraph should be added on the bulletin
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on guideleines for the proper use of kiosks. will STAT
redraft the memo to include all suggestions and submit it to Mr.
Johnson to be published as an employee bulletin.
b. addressed the subject of
rugs in the elevators. The rug selected will be a blue/gray
tweed and should arrive next month. Two sets were ordered.
STAT c. I :A addressed the Code of Ethics signs
which are required to Fe ---displayed at all entryways and in all
conference rooms. He presented an example of a redesign done by
Graphics Design Section. The example was 8-1/2 x 11 and printed
in black and white. The Commission decided that slightly larger
versions will be posted on the new display screens and that a
smaller framed version would be posted in the conference rooms.
Several people suggested that we try a different typeface for the
STAT lead in. ill experiment with the different type-
faces and result to the Chairman. The Commission
authorized Mr. Johnson to consult with one or two other members
and then proceed with procurement of the signs. wil
determine how many conference room versions are nee a an
STAT I will obtain the necessary frames.
d. Mr. Johnson brought up the subject of the
deleterious effect of direct su light on the oil paintings of the
STAT Agency Directors.
had looked into the subject and
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had a number of i eas, ou ine in the attached paper.
STAT said she had talked to a woman at the National Gallery of
r and learned that they use a product by 3M that was almost
totally clear. Alternatively, they glaze the oil pictures in a
manner which still lets them "breathe." She is sending examples
of the 3M product used at the National Gallery. Mr. Johnson sug-
gested that we defer decision until we receive this information.
Mr. Johnson suggested that we get an estimate of the cost of
glazing of the 13 portraits andl __J said she would do so.
STAT last visit in December with Vincent Melzac, and he said
that he had drafted a letter to Mr. Melzac introducing himself
and identifying the Committee Chairmen of the FAC.
will set up an introductory meeting for Messrs. Johnson
Melzac and they will discuss the possible rotation of paintings
from his collection with the ones we currently have hanging in
the main corridor. It may be that an offer to store framed
pictures not in use would be perceived by Mr. Melzac as a useful
quid pro quo for the privilege of hanging part of his collection
in our bu li ding, so Mr. Johnson will be looking into the problem
of where to store the pictures. It was suggested that some of
the portraits could be put in other buildings but the only
building with corridors wide enough would be Mr.
Johnson solicited the comments of the FAC on which paintings
should be kept and which replaced.
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a. Mr. Johnson provided copies of a list of suggested
activities compiled by the former Chairman and he asked the
members to indicate what priority they would give to each of the
ideas listed, to add any other suggestions they had, and to
return them to him at 2D00, Headquarters, within two weeks. A
composite list will be discussed at the March meeting.
b. Mr. Johnson inquired if meeting at 1100 hrs. on the
second Monday of the month is convenient. All agreed that it is.
5. The meeting was adjourned at 1230 hrs.
Att: a/s
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THE, PROBLEM: The sun's rays coming through the courtyard
windows of F'corridor are causing possible discolor-
ation of the original oil-portraits of the former
Directors.
POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS:
Not Recommended -
1. Move the portraits. This is not recommended because
their present location allows visitors to view them
without going to the DO side of the building.
2. A small venetian blind for each window.
3. Thin drapes like the ones in the cafeteria.
-These two solutions are not recommended.
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of Logistics mentioned that problems would be likely to
occur with the blinds. Also, in order to be consistent,
blinds or curtains would have to be put on all four sides
of the courtyard.
4. A glass covering the oil paintings that would
eliminate some of the sun's rays. This is not recommended
because it would cause heat build-up and possible condensa-
tion,ar,d-all oil portraits must 'breathe.' Eventually
they would crack. Also, any form of glass or plastic would
add to the weight of the painting.
Recommended -
5. The use of Solar film on 28 windows measuring
2' 11" wide by S'2" high. After calling a number of glass
firms, I found Rockwell Glass Service (see attached adver-
tisement and business card) to he the most cordial. I had
a conference with the man who installs this type of
material. His name is Steve Wilson, and he has had eight
years"of experience. The cost for installation is $1.50
per square foot; material ranges from $16.95 for a roll
that measures 28" X 5' to $24.++ for a roll 20" wide by
10' long. Solar'films come in three popular values -
P70 gray, P80 gray, and P70 bronze. Solar film eliminates
about 90% of the sun's rays, and" if the glass company does
the installation, it is guaranteed for five years. 3ol,.r
film 'is made by General-Solar Corporation, 1017 Taft SL.,
Rockville, Maryland. There are 686 square feet of glass
in the F corridor windows - total cost for installation
and materials is $1029. It would take approximately 1-2
days for complete installation. At this time installation
can be made within one month of.the time the-order is placed.
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I, have three samples of the Solar film mentioned above which
may be seen for inspection.
I was assisted by Ron Bec`: of the Fine Arts'Committee
and Steve Wilson of the Rockville Glass Service in
gathering this information.
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