Item Coversheet
Item Number:Applications/Presentations- A.-1.
Committee Meeting Date:11/16/2020
  
City of Roeland Park
Action Item Summary
Date:11/16/2020 
Submitted By: Michael Poppa and Mary Schulties 
Committee/Department: Admin
Title:Arts Advisory Committee - Request for Direction on Art Purchase
Item Type:Other



Recommendation:

To approve the purchase and placement of Damsel In Blue by Amie Jacobson & Dierk Van Keppel (glass artist) 

Details:

The Art Committee requests to use public art funds in the amount of $3,325 for the purchase and installation at the South West Corner of City Hall. The city would need to make a concrete base for it. This piece requires electricity which can be run from the flag pole but would need to be added. 

 

Sculpture Materials: Stainless Steel and Glass

 

Landscaping: The Art Committee will finance any landscaping if necessary. If it is decided we need landscaping it will be minimal.

 

The artist’s resume, bio, and statement are included. Pictures of the Damselfly are included. The last picture reflects how it will look at night.

 

 

The Obelisk sculpture would need to be moved from this spot and the price on that is TBD.



Financial Impact

Amount of Request:  $3,325 + concrete base and electrical work.
Budgeted Item?  Budgeted Amount:  $31,500
Line Item Code/Description:  5217.101 - public art

Additional Information

It will enhance the green space and appeal to visitors as they enter City Hall. It will spark conversation and meet the needs of the public by displaying art that is such an important part of Roeland Park.


How does item relate to Strategic Plan?

Public art will be chosen that appeals to all ages, and the materials, design, and how it will enhance the environment are considered when purchasing.



How does item benefit Community for all Ages?

ATTACHMENTS:
DescriptionType
Damsel in Blue picsExhibit
Price QuoteExhibit
Artist ResumeExhibit
Artist StatementExhibit