HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOUNCIL - AGENDA ITEM - 02/24/2009 - ART IN PUBLIC PLACES OVERVIEW DATE: February 24, 2009 WORK SESSION ITEM
STAFF: Marty Heffernan FORT COLLINS CITY COUNCIL
Jill Stilwell
Ellen Martin
SUBJECT FOR DISCUSSION
Art in Public Places Overview.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Staff is presenting an overview of the Art in Public Places (APP) program and how it meets its
purpose to encourage and enhance artistic expression and appreciation and add value to the Fort
Collins community through acquiring, exhibiting, and maintaining public art. Staff will show
examples of Utility APP projects,new projects to be funded by APP Utility reserves and for placing
artwork in prominent locations. As Council requested,staffwill also present an option for excluding
utility underground projects from the APP program.
GENERAL DIRECTION SOUGHT AND SPECIFIC QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
1. Does Council have any comments or concerns on the future direction of the APP program?
BACKGROUND
In 2006,when City Council's APP Board met with then Council Liaison,Karen Weitkunat,they had
a discussion on the future of the APP Program. Councilmember Weitkunat challenged the Board
to develop a long range plan to:
• Better align the APP program with specific City objectives;
• Create more prominent, impactful art; and
• Reduce the amount of the Utility reserves.
The Board responded to the challenge and worked with staff to develop a plan to meet these goals.
This direction is outlined below and in the attached memo to Council, dated December 3, 2008.
• The APP Board has identified and prioritized several prominent locations for future art
projects, specifically in the Downtown, that are not associated with a particular capital
project. The objective is to develop iconic art projects at these prominent sites that can
further the goals of the Program and City objectives, such as gateway features outlined in
the Downtown Strategic Plan.
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• The APP Board worked with staff to develop a project list for spending down the Utility
APP reserve. These projects include the Pickle Plant Site Entryway Feature, a Downtown
art piece at a prioritized location, the new Fort Collins Museum/Discovery Science Center,
transformer cabinet murals, Red Fox Meadows Natural Area, and the North College
Entryway Feature. These projects, several of which are already in progress,will bring down
the Utility reserve from $1.6 million to $162,000. APP will retain in reserves a percentage
of dollars coming into the program for future maintenance of the growing public art
collection.
Art in Public Places began in April 1995, with City Ordinance No. 020, 1995, and enacted in City
Code Chapter 23, Article IX. The program has completed more than 75 projects throughout Fort
Collins. APP projects often relate to specific capital projects that fund the program and are often
located on or are incorporated within these projets. This unique, team approach has worked very
well to ensure the art forwards the overall goals of the capital project and to disperse art throughout
the community,primarily in very public places like parks, natural areas,trails and public facilities.
APP was rated 75% good or very good in the most recent Citizens Survey and serves as a point of
community pride. APP is a visible representation of the commitment to quality and creativity,
creates a sense of place and distinctiveness, adds value to the built environment, helps attract new
businesses, and reduces crime.
APP is partnering with the Downtown Development Authority on a series of projects and serves as
a resource to private developers. Some examples of projects completed recently include the Police
Facility,Northside Aztlan Community Center, and Spring Canyon Community Park.
It is possible to exclude underground Utility projects from the APP program. The electric line
undergrounding Program currently contributes 1%to APP and the funding is used for art on other
Utility property or to further the Utility's mission. Other Utility projects frequently have elements
that are located underground. APP and Utility staff could work together to try to determine the cost
of underground project elements and exclude the cost of these elements from the APP 1% project
allocation.
Attached are memos from the APP Board and the Cultural Resources Board expressing their support
for the program and project plan. The attached power point presentation provides an overview of
the APP program and provides greater detail on the discussion items mentioned above.
ATTACHMENTS
1. 2008 Memo to Council.
2. October 2006 APP Board Minutes.
3. November 2006 APP Board Minutes.
4. Memo from APP Board.
5. Memo from Cultural Resources Board.
6. Art in Public Places Brochure.
7. PowerPoint presentation.
ATTACHMENT 1
City Manager's Office
City of City Hall
■ Ort Collins Fort LaPorte Ave.
PO Box 580
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Fort Collins,CO 80522
970.22605
970.224,4.6107-fax
fcgov.com
MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and Members of City Council
Thru: Darin Atteberry, City Manager
Diane Jones, Deputy City Manager
Marty Heffernan, Director of CPRE
From: Jill Stilwell, Cultural Services Director
Re: Art in Public Places Program Update
Date: December 3, 2008
Action Requested:
A review of the Art in Public Places (APP) program is scheduled for the February 24fh work
session. Staff is working on options to exclude underground utility projects from the APP program,
as requested, and will present these options at the work session. After reviewing this update, do
Council Members have any specific items they would like staff to address at the work session?
Executive Summary:
Over recent years, the City's Art in Public Places (APP) Program has been reviewed by the APP
Board and its Council liaison and has been revised to address several previous concerns. These
concerns focused on the application of the APP Policy to utility projects, the funding reserves for art
projects and the placement of projects. Staff believes that with the revised practices in place, the
concerns raised have been addressed and the program is meeting the community's goals for
providing art in prominent public places.
Background:
A few years ago, when Council's Art in Public Places (APP) Board met with their Council liaison,
Karen Weitkunat, they had a discussion on the future of the APP program. Karen challenged the
Board to develop a long range plan to better align the APP program with specific City objectives, to
create more prominent, impactful art and to reduce the amount of Utility APP reserves. At that time,
staff provided Council Member Weitkunat and Council with a summary of how the APP program
would meet these goals. This memo updates the previous memo of November 29, 2006 which is
attached.
APP projects have often related to the specific capital improvement projects that fund the program
and are often located on or are incorporated within these projects. This approach has worked very
well to disperse art throughout the community, primarily in very public places like parks, natural
City Council Members
Art in Public Places Program Update
October 3, 2008
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areas, trails and public facilities. Some examples of these projects, completed in just the last year
include:
■ Police Facility
• Northside Aztlan Community Center
• Spring Canyon Community Park
The APP Board is broadening the scope of APP by prioritizing prominent locations for art
unassociated with a particular capital project. This enables us to create special projects that will be
better aligned with specific city objectives and have a greater impact on the community. The Board
has also been developing a plan for spending the APP Reserve which will be presented at the
February 24`h Work Session.
The Board is focused on utilizing public art to support the following established plans and
programs:
o Fort Collins Downtown Strategic Plan
o Downtown Alley Improvement Project
o East Mulberry Corridor Plan
o Downtown River Corridor Area Plan
o North College Corridor Plan
o EVSAG's "Uniquely Fort Collins" strategy
o DDA's Beet Street program
o UniverCity program
Six projects currently in development illustrate the expanded direction of APP:
1. Pickle Plant Site Entryway Feature—APP Wastewater and Light& Power Fund
This project will provide a dramatic entryway utilizing solar panels to create a unique sculptural,
working landscape. Entryway features are a priority for the city. This gateway site is listed as a
priority in the Fort Collins Downtown Strategic Plan, in the East Mulberry Corridor Plan and in
the Downtown River Corridor Area Plan. The project has the added benefit of utilizing the
reserves in the APP Wastewater and Light& Power Fund.
2. APP Project, Downtown Location—APP Water Fund
Downtown Fort Collins is an ideal location for a significant APP project. The APP Board has
reviewed City owned property in the Downtown and identified several key locations that could
accommodate future art projects. Staff will meet with city departments and review city plans to
further prioritize these sites and determine how an can support the overall plans for Downtown.
This will fulfill the need stated in the Downtown Strategic Plan that supports public art. This
project will also enhance the DDA's Beet Street project by better defining the cultural
environment of Downtown Fort Collins. The intention is to fund the project with APP Water
Fund reserves.
3. Fort Collins Museum/Discovery Science Center—APP Water Fund
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Art in Public Places Program Update
October 3, 2008
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Strategic Plan and the Downtown River Corridor Area Plan. A theme of the new institution on
interpreting the cultural and scientific aspects of the Poudre River, and of water, provides
opportunities to utilize APP Water Fund Reserves.
4. Transformer Cabinets—APP Light & Power Funds
This project involves creating art on transformer cabinets and was started to help mitigate the
cost of graffiti removal for the city's Utility Department. Additionally, these projects enhance
community appearance and add interest to streetscapes and alleyways, specifically in the
Downtown. This project was featured in the City Showcase at the National League of Cities
`Congress of Cities' conference in November 2008 (see attached handout). This project
addresses components of the Downtown Strategic Plan, Downtown Alley Improvement Project,
the North College Corridor Plan, as well as the cultural environment supporting Beet Street.
5. Red Fox Meadows Natural Area—.APP Storm Water Fund
The APP Program is collaborating with the Stormwater Department to enhance the structures
that are being created at the Red Fox Meadows Natural Area. The artist has created concrete
form liners inspired by patterns of water and wetland plants and birds. All of these images will
be larger than life and cast in concrete, becoming an integral part of approximately ten concrete
structures that are being poured on site. This project will be using APP Storm Water Reserves.
6. North College Entryway Feature—APP Capital Fund
The APP Program has teamed-up with the DDA to work together to create an exciting entryway
feature. The DDA will match the existing budget to give the project greater impact. This
project supports the goals stated in the Fort Collins Downtown Strategic Plan and the North
College Corridor Plan. The completed artwork will help the efforts to link Old Town and North
College.
All of the above Utility projects combined have an estimated total budget of$1,484,203 and are
anticipated to reduce the APP Utility reserves from $1,646,576 (estimated for year-end 2008) to
$162,373. APP will retain funds in a reserve for future maintenance of the art collection.
As stated in the APP Board 2008 Work Plan, the Board will develop a long range plan to further
identify priority locations and projects for public art that will continue to meet the goals of the city
and the community. The plan will guide APP in purposefully placing art as future opportunities
arise.
Good public art responds to the people and the place for which it is created. To this end,
commissioning public art for our community is a process of creating partnerships between artists,
City departments and the community. These partnerships create not only works of art, but more
broadly, artful public places. We are confident that the innovative, integrated projects we create
and the broadening visibility of the APP program will make Fort Collins a very special artful place.
ATTACHMENT 2
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES MINUTES
Monday,October 9,2006
Special Meeting
Lincoln Center Columbine Room
Council Liaison:Karen Weitkenaut Staff Liaison Ellen Martin
Chairperson:Lee Needham Vice Chair Craig Russell
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jane Liska-Smith,Craig Russell,Alan Howe,Lee Needham,Cori Huron-Cunningham
MEMBERS ABSENT: RayTollison,Ann Carr
STAFF PRESENT: Ellen Martin,Marty Heffernan,and Jill Stilwell
I. Call to order. 335 p.m.-Mr.Needham
II. Consideration of the current agenda
III. Review of Minutes from the Meeting on September 20,2006
Mr.Howe motioned to approve the Minutes
Ms.Huron-Cunningham seconded the motion
Unanimously approved
IV. APP Program Discussion
Ms.Martin gave the board an update on APP current projects,on projects that have been completed in 2006 and
on upcoming projects previously discussed by the board. Ms.Martin also gave an overview of current Utility
Projects and funds that are available for future projects. The board discussed the program,the use of APP Utility
funds and plans for future Utility projects. The board requested that staff invite the APP Council Liaison to the
next board meeting on November 15.
VII. Other Business:
None
VILL Adjoumment: 5:11 p.m.
RespeCub ' e
Ellen K.Martin
ATTACHMENT 3
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES MINUTES
Wednesday,November 15,2006
Lincoln Center Canyon West Room
Council Liaison:Karen Weitknnat Staff Liaisom Ellen Martin
Chairperson:Lee Needham Vice Chair.Craig Russell
MEMBERS PRESENT: Ann Carr,Jane Liska-Smith,Alan Howe,Lee Needham,Cori Cunn;nghan*Hnton,Craig Russell
MEMBERS ABSENT: RayTollison
STAFF PRESENT:Ellen Martin,Charity Kunter,Jill Stilwell
I. Call to order. 3:34 p.m.—Mr.Needham
II. Consideration of the current agenda
III. Review of Minutes from the Meeting on October 11,2006
Ms.Liska-Smith motioned to approve the Minutes
Mr.Howe seconded the motion
Unanimously approved
IV. Citizen Participation:None
V. East Prospect Road Design Presentation:
Ms.Martin introduced the design for the East Prospect Road Project. The artist team,who resides in New York,
created a design proposal packet that was handed out by Ms.Mania. The project entitled,"Pods and Blooms"are
site specific pieces that create a new entryway into Fort Collins. The design includes four sculptures. The design
concept involves an entryway into the city which compliments the natural environment;which was their inspiration
for the design
Project team member,John Lang,Engineer for the city,commented on the East Prospect project. I gave the
board the history of the site,and the changes in the site resulting from a flood. The site of the artwork will be
located for the public to view and enjoy. Mr.Lang spoke to the team experience and how that experience was
pleasant for him and the team.
Discussion was had from the Board about the project.
Ms.ffixon motioned that we accept the design
Ms.Carr seconded the motion
Unanimously approved
VI. APP Update with Council Liaison Karen Weitkunat:
A power point presentation about the APP program was given by Ms.Stilwell and Ms.Martin.A discussion
between the board and council liaison Karen Weitkunat regarding the Art,in Public Places Program was had. APP
staff will follow-up with a memo to Council
VII. Noah College Entryway Update:
Ms.Stilwell and Ms.Martin reported to the APP board on their meeting with the DDA board regarding the North
College Entryway Project.They noted that they met with the DDA board and asked that they match money for the
project and do a more substantial entryway piece.The board agreed to support the project financially,with the
agreement that two DDA board members will participate on the project team as well as Marry Heffernan. The
artist for this project has already been selected and is ready to proceed.
VIII. Pickle Plant Site Project Presentation:
The board was joined by project team members Steve White and Brian Janonis. Mr.White explained that the
City would like to beautify this site and commented that this is an opportunity for a gateway piece that the
community can enjoy as they pass by the old plant site. Mr.White also presented the board with images and
background on the site and project.The budget for this project is approximately$120,000 from the APP
Wastewater Utility Fund.The building on site will be removed in the near future.We still need to create a
project team and decide the direction of this project with the selection of an artist. Discussion was had about
the idea for the project as well as the submission process.
Mr.Howe motioned that we generate an RFP for the Pickle Plant site and stipulate that there is a possibility of
using the recycled materials and that the RFP is restricted to Colorado and Wyoming artists.
The motion was amended by Mr.Russell to also include that the art work needs to be seen from the road.
Ms.Liska-Smith seconded the motion.
Unanimously approved
Dr. Work Plan:
Ms.Martin presented a draft of the WorkPlan for the coming year to gather input and revislom from the
board Discussion was had and some revisions were made from the board
Ms.Liska-Smith motioned that we accept the amended WorkPlan
Mr.Russell seconded the motion
Unanimously approved
X. Staff Report:
Ms.Martin distributed staff reports with an update on APP projects
XI. Other Business:
The board is looking at moving the December meeting up a week to December 13.
Mindy Murphyhas updated our APP web site.
XII. Adjournment:Meeting adjourned at 5.20 p.m.by Mr.Lee Needham
Respectfully Submitted,
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ATTACHMENT 4
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MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and Members of City Council
Thru: Darin Attebelry, City Manager
Diane Jones, Deputy City Manager
Marty Heffernan, Director of CPRE
Jill Stilwell, Cultural Services Director
From: York, Chair, Art in Public Places Board ( �
Re: Art in Public Places Work Session UU
Date: February IS, 2009
The Art in Public Places (APP) Board is looking to the February 24th Work Session as an
opportunity to give City Council an overview of the great work by the APP Program. The Board
believes that with the revised practices in place, the concerns previously raised by Council have
been addressed and the program is meeting the city's goals for providing art in prominent
locations, and partnering with Utilities to spend down the APP reserves on great projects.
The APP Board has worked to address Council's request for placement of iconic artwork by
prioritizing prominent locations for art unassociated with a particular capital project. This will
enable us to create special projects that will have a greater impact on the community.
Six projects, currently in development, illustrate Council's direction to APP to spend down the
current reserves while creating prominent art. Many of these projects would not have been
possible without building these reserves during the last few years. The six projects include the
Pickle Plant Entryway Project, Fort Collins Museum/Discovery Science Center, Red Fox Meadows
Natural Area, Old Town iconic artwork, Transformer Cabinet Murals Project and the North
College Entryway Project. Five of these projects will be a partnership with the Utilities
Department.
The Board believes the program is working well and would not want to see any projects
exempted from the 1% for art ordinance. We think the projects we've defined to spend the
reserves are exciting and visionary for Fort Collins. The feel that Art in Public Places contributes
to Fort Collins'standing as a World Class City and makes it a great place to live.
Art in Public Places Board Members: Craig Russell, Liliane Francuz, York, Ray Tollison, Lee
Needham, Jane Nevrivy
cc: Ellen Martin, Visual Arts Administrator
ATTACHMENTS
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970,221-6373-fax
MEMORANDUM
To: Mayor and Members of City Council
Thru: Darin Atteberry, City Manager
Diane Jones, Deputy city Manager
Marty Heffernan, Director of CPRE
Jill Stilwell, Cultural Services.Di rector
From: Carol Ann Nixon, Cultural Resources Board Member
and Cultural Resources Board Liaison to the.Art in Public Places Board
Date: February 17, 2009
Purpose: Support for Art in Public Places Program
Art in Public Places (APP) is scheduled for City Council review on February 24, making it
timely for the Cultural Resources Board (CRB) to express appreciation for and speak to the
resulting community benefits of APP's stewardship of monies, environment, and talents.
Launched in 1995 as one of a number of public arts programs along the Front Range, Fort
Collins' Alt in Public Places boasts more than 75 projects located throughout the city, enhancing
our many miles of trails, our city parks, and new structures such as the Police and Traffic
Operation facilities.
CRB believes the positive impact of the Art in Public Places projects extends beyond visual
enrichment, which they certainly provide. One of the lasting benefits results from people,
visitors and locals alike, "discovering" Fort Collins. APP maps of projects are available online,
at the Lincoln Center, and the Convention and Visitors' Bureau. Visitors to Old Town cannot
miss the murals on transformer boxes and can use the maps to find more. The discovery of this
nationally acclaimed project can lead to exploring and making Old Town [Wore fainihar. The
Paver Map locates student art sandblasted onto granite pavers in sidewalks around the city.
Nearly 100 young,people have participated in this project featuring artwork that reflects a theme
of Fort Collins and/or transportation. The Locator Map of Art in Public Places projects, creates a
self-guided tour for exploring the city by locals and visitors.
Art in Public Places projects consistently add to the quality of life that has made Fort Collins a
desirable place to visit and to live. Visit City Park to see families picnicking under the solar
dome. Bike or walk a trail for multiple opportunities to see sculpture and reliefs, adding texture
to the experience. Stop at Oak Street Plaza in the summer to see young and old enjoying the
water features. The list goes on.
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What makes Fort Collins Art in Public Places unique is this. Each Art in Public Places project
begins with the artist collaborating with the entire project team—city staff, designers, engineers,
department leaders, builders -- to design an artwork that genuinely complements the project. The
organic approach results in art that is integral in function and purpose to the larger project.
Projects currently in the development stage exemplify the process well and will provide
extraordinary art and education opportunities for the community. Monies are thoughtfully and
wisely expended in this type of partnership.
We applaud the work of the Art in Public Places board and staff for continuing to enrich and
expand culture for the region.
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bronze tile mosaic concrete, bronze Collindale Clubhouse, Harmony Park, 5015 Corbett Dr. Homestead Park, 7045 Avondale Rd. i
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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION
FEBRUARY 24 , 2009
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"Creativity is the fundamental source of
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Art in Public Places Overview
• How the program works
• Review plan for reducing the Utility reserve
• How APP aligns with specific City objectives/plans
• Plans to create more prominent , impactful art
• Benefits of the program
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Art in Public Places (APP)
• Established in April of 1995 by City
Ordinance No . 20 , and enacted in
City Code Chapter 23 , Article IX .
• The Purpose of APP is to encourage
and enhance artistic expression and
art appreciation while adding value
to the Fort Collins community
Police Facility through acquiring , exhibiting and
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maintaining public art .
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Overview of APP Program
• 1 % Program : City capital projects with a budget
over $250 , 000 designate 1 % of the project
budget for art .
• For projects under $ 250 , 000 but more than
$ 50 , 000 , an artist is added to the project team ,
showing a commitment to the APP purpose .
• For projects under $ 50 , 000 , an artist may be
added to the team at the department' s discretion .
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Over 75 Projects Completed
throughout Fort Collins
Top: Soapstone
Natural Area
Left: Fossil Creek
E. Prospect Entryway Park
Helping to create a World Class City
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Public Art Programs
Regional 1 % for Art Programs: Comparable Cities with 1 % Art programs :
• Aurora • Ann Arbor, Michigan
• Broomfield 0 Bellvue , Washington
• Denver 0 Boise , Idaho
• DIA 0 Eugene, Oregon
• Englewood
• Fort Collins Communities identified by art:
• Greeley Promenade Shops at Centerra
• Longmont Loveland
• Loveland Denver ( Mayors Office for Art &
• State of Colorado Culture)
More than 30 Colorado Communities
have a program for public art
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Fort Collins' APP Process is Collaborative
• Artist selection is by the APP Board and
members of the project team .
• The artist is selected , not a specific
artwork .
• The artist is incorporated onto the design
team early in the process , ensuring the
art concepts meet the goals of the
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• APP Board reviews final concepts after
project team approval . If over $ 10 , 000 , the
project requires Council approval .
• This process is becoming a model for other
Public Art Programs , as it partners with the
department , meets the goals of the project
and leverages the project budget .
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APP Ten Year Budget History
Total Revenue : $ 3 , 849 , 141 Yearly Avg : $ 384 , 914
Total Expenditures : $2 , 371 , 567 Yearly Avg : $237 , 156
Average Project Cost : $ 35 , 396
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,APP Capital Protect Ten Year Budget Histonj
Capital Projects ( Non - Utilities )
• Revenue : $ 1 , 720 , 370
• Expenditures : $ 1 , 565 , 160
• 91 % expensed
— Remainder used for maintenance fund or
associated with multi -year project
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APP Utility Ten Year Budget History
All APP Utility
• Revenue : $2 , 128 , 771
• Expenditures : $ 806 , 407
• 38 % expensed
• Reserve $ 1 , 646 , 576
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Fort Collins
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APP Reserve Allocations
1 . Pickle Plant Site Entryway Feature $ 663 , 203
(APP Wastewater/Light & Power)
2 . Red Fox Meadows Natural Area $ 186 , 000
(APP Stormwater)
3 . Transformer Cabinet Murals $ 30 , 000
(APP Light and Power)
4 . FC Museum/Disc. Science Center $ 4355000
(APP Water)
5 . Downtown Prominent Artwork $ 150 , 000
(APP Water)
6 . North College Entryway $ 207000
(APP Capital Fund ) Total : $ 1 , 484 , 203
Cityof
Fort Cottins
APP Utility Project History
• W . Drake Rd . Water Reclamation Facility
• City Hall Water Element
• Spring Creek Trail Water Cycle Wall ,
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• Utility Service Center
• Sheldon Lake Water Reclamation, Lynne Hull
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• Transformer
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Transformer Cabinet Murals (on -going)
• Utility estimates a savings of - " o
$ 700 a month per cabinet in
graffiti abatement Q 0
• APP has completed 40 N
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• Murals painted by local artists
and non - profit groups G t
• Only three cabinets have had
minor tagging in over 3 years ,
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Red Fox Meadows Natural Area
• Stormwater treatment
improvements
• Concrete walls enhanced with
images of wetland plants and a-� *
birds that compliment natural
area
• Concrete form liners can be
used again
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- Fort Collins
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Pickle Plant Entryway Feature
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• Artist Designed Solar Farm Robert Tully
• Design pays homage to the historic Pickle Plant site
• Spends APP Utility Reserves
• Partners with the Utilities & renewable energy partners
Fort` Collins
Future Use of Utility APP Funding
• Average yearly allocation : $ 212 , 877
• Successful in identifying projects
• Successful process and partnerships
• Graffiti abatement programs will continue into the
future
• Future Utility sites are being identified for art
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Fort Collins
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Option to Exclude Underground Utility
Projects
• Most Utility projects are not defined as " under" or
"above" ground , and most have elements of both
• Could be difficult to determine what portion of a
capital project budget is above/below ground
• Could exclude electric line underground program
• Program does allow for the 1 % to be used either
at the site of the capital project or at another ,
more public location
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Collins
APP Integral to City Planning Efforts
• Downtown Strategic Plan
• Downtown River Corridor Implementation
Program
• East Mulberry Corridor Plan
• North College Corridor Plan
• " Uniquely Fort Collins " Industry Cluster
• Cultural Plan
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Fort Collins
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DDA Partnership
• APP is partnering with the Downtown
Development Authority on art projects for the
Old Town area :
. Alley Improvement Project
— "Art in Action " in Old Town Square
. Art on Newsracks
` I think it is one of the most creative projects I have ever seen .. . the results are colorful,
lively, and engages anyone who walks or drives past these cabinets with the reminder that
Fort Collins takes great care in how it addresses the small details with creative solutions to
common problems like the elimination of unwanted graffiti. " — Matt Robenalt
City of
Fort Collins
2008 URBAN DESIGN AWARDS
• APP Police Facility
• APP Spring Creek Trail
• Spring Canyon Community
Park
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League of Cities
• " CITY SHOWCASE " at
the National League of
Cities , Congress of Cities '
• Featured APP
Transformer Cabinet
Mural Project
• Demonstrates how Fort
Collins uses
innovative/creative
solutionsLLI
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2008 Citizen Survey
• 91 % of respondents rated the community' s
visual attractiveness as Very Good or Good
This reflects an increase of 18 % since 2001
• 75 % of respondents rated the APP Program
as Very Good or Good
This reflects an increase of 15% from 2006
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Fort Collins
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ParKo
Gardens
City Facilities
Alleyways & Plazas
Natural Areas Sites
Recreation Facilities lk
UTrails
Transportation Centers
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Prominent Locations for Future Art
• Median on Laporte & College Ave .
• Cherry St . & N . College Ave .
• Linden St . off Mountain Ave .
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Laporte Median Cherry & N . College Linden St. off Mountain
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The APP benefits . , .
Enhances our Physical Environment
Creates a Sense of Place and Distinctiveness
Promotes Community Involvement
Honors our Environmental Health
Supports Social Wellbeing
Contributes to Economic Value
Fosters Civic Pride
Acknowledges our Cultural History
Reduces Crime and Saves Money
Provides Educational Opportunities
Fort Collins
Art in Public Places . . .
Enhances our Physical Environment
• Creatively enhances
the project
• Illustrates a
commitment to
quality and creativity
City Hall Xeriscape Garden, Richard Hansen
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Art in Public Places . . .
Creates a Sense of Place
and Distinctiveness
• Uniquely Fort Collins
• Architecture , parks ,
and public spaces
unlike anywhere else
• Adds artful
enhancements
Oak Street Plaza, City O{
Lawrence Argent �rt�s a .7
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Art in Public Places . . .
Promotes Community Involvement
• Brings citizens
together
Kids Pavers
• Creates a sense of
pride within the
community
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m m - Mario Miguel Echevarria
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Art in Public Places . . .
Honors our Environmental values
• Illustrates conservation issues
• Highlights natural resources
Sheldon Lake Solar Path,
Brower Hatcher
Spring Creek Trail, Water
Cycle Wall, Jane Austin
Drake Water Reclamation Facility, L ull City of
Fort Collins
Art in Public Places . . .
Supports Social Well
• Alerts the public to
safety issues
• Provides unique and —_
stimulating ways to
communicate
Fossil Creek Trail, Mario
Miguel Echevarria (artist
U) designed safety feature)
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Art in Public Places . . .
Contributes to Economic Health
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• Materials and services ? -�
frequently kept local
• 186 , 000 Colorado jobs in
Gardens On Spring Creek, Andy Dufford
Creative Economy
• Investment in economic
future of the city
• Leverages project dollars
Property values increased Oak St. Plaza, Lawrence Argent
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Art in Public Places . . .
Fosters Civic Pride
• City staff, customers ,
and public touched by
artwork
• Commemorates our . �
Human Spirit
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Above: Utility Service
Center, James Haire
�— Left: Creekside Park,
Jack Kreutzer
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ort Collins
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Art in Public Places . . .
Acknowledges our Cultural History
• Pulls inspiration from Fort itiiji
Collins ' history
• Historical images of the time
or the area included for
public viewing Soft Gold Park, Robert Tully
City Park Pool,
Joe McGrane
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Art in Public Places . , .
Educational Opportunities
• Stimulating environments
for discovery and -
exploration
• Opportunities to learn
about the site , our history t
of our community ,
Above and Left: Nix Farm Natural
Drake Water Area, Joe McGrane
Reclamation Facility,
Lynne Hull Cltyof
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Art in Public Places , . .
Reduces Crime and Saves Money 2
• Adding murals to help beautify
and eliminate vandalism
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• Maintenance costs reduced _
by an estimated $ 700 a month
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per cabinet '
Tenney Alley, Amelia Caruso
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Top: Graffiti covered Transformer Cabinets
BAER* With other potential
.. projects on the way
North College Bridge
Wall City of
Fort Collins
Telling Our Story :
ENTERTAINMENT
_ _ - --. NARTPOWER • Fort Collins Now ( March 12 )
OLD TOPedestrian Paver Project
• Journey Magazine ( March/April )
Art in Public Places : it' s everywhere !
_; • Fort Collins Now (July 11 )
� 14 Mapping out Public Art
• August Utilities Newsletter
Transformer Cabinet Murals
• Rocky Mountain Parent Magazine
( Sept . ) Transformer Cabinet Murals
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-- Fort Collins
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Council Questions
Does Council have any comments or concerns
on the future direction of the APP program ?
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