TO: Committee of the Whole - Parks and Human Services
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Parks
Carrie Hite
425-556-2326
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Parks
Chris Weber
Cultural Arts Administrator
Parks
Bethany Kennedy
Engagement Manager
TITLE:
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Redmond Pool Public Art
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
The 1972 Redmond Pool is undergoing a significant renovation to replace mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems; the roof; and updating the locker rooms, lobby, and pool deck. Using the 2017 Public Art Plan and LACE criteria as a guide, it was decided to integrate public art into this project. After an exhaustive search, the Arts & Culture Commission approved the selection of artists Pete Goldlust and Melanie Germond to design art for the fa?ade and at the street that welcomes visitors. The artwork is scheduled for installation in Q1 2021
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? Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
? Receive Information ? Provide Direction ? Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
This project is in support of the 2017 Public Art Plan and LACE criteria
* Required:
N/A
* Council Request:
N/A
* Other Key Facts:
For information only
OUTCOMES:
The 2017 Public Art Plan identified priorities for public art. In the short term, 2017-2022, the plan allowed for some flexibility to integrate public art into capital improvement projects that meet the LACE Criteria. The key criteria include:
1. Does the project have prominence in the public realm? Yes
2. Is it located within the right of way, a civic building, park/open space, an infrastructure project, or in an urban center? Yes, it is a civic building within a community park.
3. Does the project rank 3 or above for potential public impact? Yes, if it is located within the building it would have approximately 100,000 views per year. If it is located outside, it would have multiple times that number.
4. Is there an opportunity f...
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