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Item # 12.

Council Meeting

Meeting Date:	01/26/2021
Department:	Parks & Recreation
Pillars:	Optimize the Addison Brand
Milestones:	Continue development and implementation of the Long-Term Financial Plan

AGENDA CAPTION:

Present, Discuss, and Consider Action on the Location for One (1) Painted Steel Sculpture on Park Property in the Addison Grove Development.

BACKGROUND:

The Addison Arbor Foundation (AAF) is proposing to locate a painted steel sculpture in the Addison Grove Development within one of the new park properties. The sculpture is titled Rocko and was created by Carrollton artist Russ Connell. It is 4' x 4' x 7' and finished in a Golden Sunset color with a gloss finish. During discussions with the artist about the potential purchase of a larger sculpture, AAF voiced interest in also purchasing Rocko. Mr. Connell offered to discount the price of Rocko from $18,500 to $12,000 if AAF committed to purchase both works. In addition to the purchase of the sculpture, AAF will fund the construction of a concrete pad and lighting for the sculpture. This additional work is estimated to cost approximately $3,000.

AAF is requesting to place the sculpture in one of the parks that is being constructed within the Addison Grove Development. Before finalizing the exact location, the AAF would like the hardscape items in the park to be constructed. However, the AFF would like Council to consider consenting to the general location so they can move forward with the purchase of Rocko at the discounted price. Included in the presentation are three potential locations within the Addison Grove Parks where the sculpture could be located. Staff will update Council on the exact location as the details are finalized.

RECOMMENDATION:

Administration recommends approval.

Attachments
Presentation - Rocko Public Art Location