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AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY DATE: January 15, Zoos
FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL STAFF: Ellen Martin
SUBJECT
Resolution 2008-003 Approving Expenditures from the Art in Public Places Reserve Account in the
Cultural Services and Facilities Fund to Commission an Artist to Create Art Elements for the
Southeast Branch Library Project.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff and the Art in Public Places (APP) Board recommend adoption of the Resolution.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The funds for this item have been appropriated in the Art in Public Places Reserve Account in the
Cultural Services and Facilities Fund. The Art in Public Places program has a maintenance fund for
the long-term care of the APP art collection.
The Southeast Branch Library Project art budget is $51,480 to be used for design, materials,
installation, and contingency for this project.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This Resolution would approve expenditures of $51,480 for design, materials, installation and
contingency for a project with the artist Barbara Baer to create sculptural elements for the Southeast
Branch Library Project.
BACKGROUND
Section 23-303 of the City Code, which was added in 1995, established the Art in Public Places
Reserve Account, and designated it for use in acquiring or leasing works of art,maintenance,repair
or display of works of art, and administrative expenses related to the Art in Public Places Program,
in accordance with the Art in Public Places Guidelines adopted by the Council in Ordinance No.020,
1995.The Council permanently adopted the Art in Public Places Program, and reenacted City Code
Chapter 23, Article IX, with certain modifications in 1998.
The Art in Public Places Board selected an artist for this project using an RFP process through the
City's Purchasing Department. Artist Barbara Baer was selected to work with the project team. The
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artist worked with the project team to develop design concepts appropriate to the site. This design
concept was reviewed and recommended by the project team and the APP Board. The APP Board
reviewed the design for this project at the Board meeting on December 12, 2007.
The artist will design, fabricate and install sculptural elements for the exterior and lobby of the
Southeast Branch Library. These sculptural elements create an environment using letters and
symbols that become bike racks, seats and sculptural elements that are attached to the ceiling and
walls. With the goal of communicating with people of diverse ages and backgrounds,these letters
and symbols will be used to create this sculptural environment.
ATTACHMENTS
1. A written description and drawing of the proposed work of art. The final piece may vary
from this description.
2. Minutes from the December 12, 2007 meeting of the Art in Public Places Board.
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The Art in Public Places Program is pleased to announce a proposal for the new
Southeast Branch Library Project.
Artist Barbara Baer has been working with the project team
to develop designs for the entrance of the library.
Approaching the library entrance, black powder coated steel ,'
symbols are playfully incorporated into streetlights and bike
racks as teasing introductions to the experience ahead.
The theme is continued inside with steel cutouts of letters
and symbols attached to the walls and ceiling. Steel
freestanding forms will be constructed as hollow boxes
with rounded corners to sit on the floor.
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Light poles with letters at the front
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Large suspended spiral in Lobby
These long ribbons are patterned after spiral nebulae, and will tilt and expand into space as a metaphor for expanding
knowledge. The steel ribbons will be comprised of additional symbols, powder coated black, to continue the
established visual pattern.
In the hub of the spiral, acrylic oval colored a soft olive green, will
serve as a visual and supportive center for the sculpture. This plastic
sheet will have a recycled fabric core to diffuse back lighting and
produce a soft glow. The soft lighting of this piece will work in
tandem with a warm color palette to send a message of welcome and
vitality to patrons.Just as black typeface stands out on white paper, the �aa {` N f
black letters and symbols boldly strewn throughout the softly colored
lobby will be a fitting enhancement for the new library.
Detail of letters and characters used in Lobby J
ATTACHMENT
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES MINUTES
Wednesday,December 12,2007
Lincoln Center Ludlow Room
Council Liaison:Lisa Poppaw Staff Liaison:Ellen Martin
Chairperson: Russell Vice Chair.York
MEMBERS PRESENT: Craig Russell,Alan Howe,York,Ray Tollison,Jane Liska-Smith,Lee Needham
MEMBERS ABSENT: Lilian Francuz
STAFF PRESENT:Ellen Martin,CharityFinnigsmier,Jill Stilwell,Karen Mancy,Dean Saye,Brenda Care
CRB LIAISON:Carol Ann I-lixon
I. Call to order. 3:40 p.m-Mr.Russell
II. Consideration of the current agenda
III. Review of Minutes from the meeting on November 14,2007:
Mr.Howe made a motion to accept the Minutes
Mr.Needham seconded the motion
Unanimously Approved
IV.Citizen Participation:Non
V. Red Fox Meadows Natural Area Final Design Review:
Project Team members, Karen Manci,with Natural Areas and Dean Saye,with Utilities,joined the APP
board for the presentation along with artist, Barb McKee. A packet of information on the project and
the design concept was handed out to the board. Ms. Martin presented the background information on
the project. Mr. Saye presented information on the concrete structure where the artwork will be placed
and the purpose of the structures along with the goals for the development of the natural area. Ms.
Manci spoke on the site and the details of Red Fox Meadows. Artist,Barb McKee presented conceptual
drawings and a map of the area where artwork will be placed, a clay model and boards depicting images
in the packet handed out to the board The artist spoke about the material that will be used for this
project and her knowledge of how it is best used A discussion with the artist and project team will
continue as the project progresses to decide details of the artwork and use of materials. The artist also
presented images from past public art projects to show her experience and knowledge for the materials
being used at this site.Discussion was had
Mr.York made a motion to approve the design and move it to City Council.
Mr.Needham seconded the motion.
Unanimously Approved
VI.S.E.Branch LibraryFinal Design Review:
Artist Barbara Baer and project team member Brenda Cans joined us to present a model of the design
concept for the S.E.Branch Library. Packets regarding project information,including the budget,were
handed out to the board.The artist presented the design concept and a little background information on
the process of the design.She presented the goals of the project team and the meaning behind the design
of the artwork The project team expressed much pleasure in working with the artist and is having a good
experience with the Art in Public Places process.Discussion was had
Mr.York made a motion to accept the design as presented and send it to council.
Mr.Tol icon seconded the motion.
Unanimously approved
VII.2007 Project Overview: A power point presentation was given of 2007 finished projects.
VIIL 2007 Annual Report:
Ms.Martin presented a draft of the annual report to the board for review. Ms.Martin explained to the
board that this is an overview of 2007 completed projects and upcoming projects that will be presented
to City Council. Requests or changes are welcomed by email,or at the next meeting. Approval for the
document will occur at the January board meeting.Discussion was had
IX.Staff Report:
Ms Martin distributed the staff report with updates of the programs art projects.
X.Other Business:
The APP Council liaison,Lisa Poppaw,will tryto attend the Januarymeeting
Ms.Martin informed the board that the regional public art meeting that was scheduled to meet at
Lincoln Center on November 30 will be rescheduled
A reminder was given to the board that the selection of the 2008 Pedestrian Paver designs will take place
at the January meeting.
This was Mr.Howe's last meeting with the Art in Public Places Board He was thanked for his service
and will be missed by the APP staff and board members.
M.Adjournment:Meeting adjourned at 5:29 p.m.byMr.Russell
Respectfully Submitted,
Charity L.For
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RESOLUTION 2008-003
OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS
APPROVING EXPENDITURES FROM THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES
RESERVE ACCOUNT IN THE CULTURAL SERVICES AND FACILITIES FUND
TO COMMISSION AN ARTIST TO CREATE ART ELEMENTS FOR
THE SOUTHEAST BRANCH LIBRARY PROJECT
WHEREAS,the City is partnering with Front Range Retail Center,LLC,on construction of
the new Southeast Branch Library(the"Project"),to be located in the Front Range Village shopping
center; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Sections 23-303 and 23-304 of the City Code, one percent of the
funds appropriated for the Project was set aside in the Art in Public Places reserve account in the
Cultural Services and Facilities Fund for use in the acquisition or leasing of works of art, the
maintenance, repair or display of works of art, and administrative expenses related to the Art in
Public Places Program, in accordance with the Art in Public Places Guidelines adopted by Council
in Ordinance No. 047, 1998 (the "Guidelines"); and
WHEREAS, the Art in Public Places Board (the "Board"), selected an artist to design
artwork for the Project using an RFP process through the City's Purchasing Department; and
WHEREAS,Barbara Baer(the"Artist")was selected to work with the Project Team to create
a design concept appropriate to the Project site; and
WHEREAS,the Board evaluated the Artist's final design at its regularmeeting on December
12, 2007, pursuant to the Guidelines; and
WHEREAS,based on that evaluation,the Board voted to recommend the Artist's proposal
for sculptural elements consisting of letters and symbols, some of which will be incorporated into
functional elements,to be located in the lobby and on the exterior of the Library(the"Art Project");
and
WHEREAS, the estimated cost to create the Art Project, including design, materials,
fabrication, installation and contingency for the Art Project, is $51,480; and
WHEREAS, those funds are available in the Art in Public Places reserve account in the
Cultural Services and Facilities Fund,and are appropriated as part of the 2008 budget,to provide for
the Artist's design fees, materials, installation and contingency for the Art Project; and
WHEREAS, Section 23-308 of the City Code requires that the Board's selection of the
recommended art be presented for Council review and approval,because the cost of the art exceeds
$10,000.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT
COLLINS that the Council hereby authorizes the expenditure of up to FIFTY ONE THOUSAND
FOUR HUNDRED EIGHTY DOLLARS (551,480) from the Art in Public Places reserve account
in the Cultural Services and Facilities Fund for the Art Project proposed by Barbara Baer, the
conceptual design of which was reviewed and approved by the Art in Public Places Board on
December 12, 2007.
Passed and adopted at a regular meeting of the Council of the City of Fort Collins this 15th
day of January, A.D. 2008.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk