2023-11-28 SLAC PacketSouthlake Arts Council Meeting
November 28, 2023
CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
MEMORANDUM
November 17, 2023
TO: Southlake Arts Council
FROM: Milenka Lopez, Assistant to the Director
SUBJECT: Agenda Item Comments for the Southlake Arts Council meeting on
Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 6:00pm
The meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Champions Club Hall
of Fame rooms. If you are not able to attend this meeting, please notify staff at
817. 748. 8963 or mlopez(a)_ci. southlake. tx. us
Regular Agenda:
1. Agenda Item No. 1. Call To Order
2. Aaenda Item No. 2. Public Forum
This is the public's opportunity to address the Arts Council about non -agenda
items. During this proceeding, the Arts Council will not discuss or act on any
item presented. Southlake Arts Council respectfully asks anyone speaking during
Public Forum to limit remarks to three minutes or less.
3. Agenda Item No. 3. Consent
A. Approval of the minutes from the October 24, 2023, Southlake Arts Council
meeting -Please make any corrections to the minutes part of the motion for
consideration.
4. Agenda Item No. 4. Consider
A. Canceling the December 26, 2023, Southlake Arts Council Meeting- The
purpose of this item is to consider canceling the December 16, 2023,
Southlake Arts Council meeting in accordance to the Southlake City
Council schedule. No packet item.
5. Agenda Item No. 5. Discussion
A. Review Finalists' Revised Proposals for Public Art at DPS West Facility -
The purpose of this item is to review the revised submissions from the
finalists selected from the Call to Artists posted for public art at DPS West.
Southlake Arts Council Meeting
November 28, 2023
The Arts Council reviewed all submissions during their October 24, 2023,
meeting and selected 4 finalists. Each finalist was requested to submit a
revised concept for Arts Council consideration. Completed submissions
are in your packet for your review.
B. Review Town Square Mural Policy- This item allows Arts Council review
and discussion of the proposed Town Square Mural Policy. A draft copy of
the policy is included in your packet.
C. Dowdle Studios Opportunity- This item allows for a discussion on the
opportunity for Southlake to participate in the Eric Dowdle and Dowdle
Studios "Land that I Love," tour. No packet document.
D. Town Hall Plaza Park Concept Discussion- This item allows for Arts
Council discussion on public art opportunities with the upcoming Town
Hall Plaza Park project. No packet document.
E. Library Door Art Donation Discussion- This item allows for discussion of a
proposed art donation to be placed in the Southlake Library. No packet
document.
F. Public Art Updates- This item allows for updates on the Southlake Public
Art Program. No packet document.
G. APEX Updates- This item allows for an update on APEX programming. No
packet document.
6. Agenda Item No. 6. Adjournment
We appreciate your commitment and service to the City.
Liaison Contact Information:
Milenka Lopez
Assistant to the Director
STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION:
Telephone- (817) 748-8963
Facsimile- (817) 748-8027
285 Shady Oaks Drive, Southlake, Texas 76092
Milenka Lopez, Assistant to the Director, mlopez ci.southlake.tx.us
Vicky Schiber, Community Relations Manager, vschiber(a_ci.southlake.tx.us
CITY OF
SOUTH LAKE
SOUTHLAKE ARTS COUNCIL
Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Location: The Marq Southlake
Champions Club- Hall of Fame Classroom
286 Shady Oaks Blvd.
Southlake, Texas 76092
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Regular Agenda:
Call to Order
2. Public Forum
(This is the Public's opportunity to address Southlake Arts Council about non -agenda items. During
this proceeding, Southlake Arts Council will not discuss, consider, or act on any items presented.
Southlake Arts Council respectfully asks anyone speaking during Public Forum to limit remarks to
three minutes or less.)
3. Consent
A. Approve the minutes from the October 24, 2023, Southlake Arts Council meeting.
4. Consider
A. Cancelling the December 26, 2023, Southlake Arts Council Meeting
5. Discussion
A. Review Finalists' Revised Proposals for Public Art at DPS West Facility
B. Review Town Square Mural Policy
C. Dowdle Studios Opportunity
D. Town Hall Plaza Park Concept Discussion
E. Library Door Art Donation Discussion
F. Public Art Updates
G. APEX Updates
6. Adjournment
A quorum of the City Council, Board, Commission, or Committee may or may not be present at this meeting.
CERTIFICATE
I hereby certify that agenda was posted on the official bulletin boards at Town Hall, 1400 Main
Southlake®�®�a'
bnd,. November 24, 2023, by 6:00 p.m. pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas
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City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
SOUTHLAKE ARTS COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES: October 24, 2023
LOCATION: The Marq Southlake
Champions Club- Hall of Fame Rooms
285 Shady Oaks Blvd.
Southlake, Texas 76092
TIME: 6:00 p.m.
SOUTHLAKE ARTS COUNCIL PRESENT: Chair Tamara McMillan, Vice -Chair Leslie
Walker, and Southlake Arts Council members; Julie Doyle, Alison Viktorin, Tim Sabo, and
Milan Georgia (Alt#1)
SOUTHLAKE ARTS COUNCIL ABSENT: Arts Council members Terri Messing and
Susan Steinbrecher
STAFF PRESENT: Assistant to the Director Milenka Lopez, Community Relations
Manager Vicky Schiber
CITY COUNCIL MEMBER PRESENT: Council Member Kathy Talley
REGULAR SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER
Southlake Arts Council Chair Tamara McMillan called the meeting to order at
6:01 p.m.
2. PUBLIC FORUM
Chair McMillan opened the Public Forum at 6:02 p.m.
There being no one to speak, Public Forum was closed at 6:02 p.m.
3. CONSENT AGENDA
3A. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES FROM THE SEPTEMBER 26, 2023,
SOUTHLAKE ARTS COUNCIL MEETING
Chair McMillan presented item 3A, approval of the minutes from the
September 26, 2023, Southlake Arts Council meeting.
APPROVED
City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
Item 2A- 1
Minutes of the October 24, 2023
Southlake Arts Council Meeting
Page 2 of 4
A motion was made to approve the minutes from the September, 2023,
Southlake Arts Council meeting as presented.
Motion:
Doyle
Second:
Viktorin
Ayes:
Doyle, Walker,
Nays:
None
Abstain:
None
Vote:
6-0
Motion passed.
4. CONSIDER
Viktorin, McMillan, Sabo, Georgia
4A. ELECTION OF SOUTHLAKE ARTS COUNCIL VICE CHAIR AND SECRETARY
Chair McMillan presented item 4A to the Arts Council for consideration. The Arts
Council briefly discussed interest in the officer positions of Vice Chair and
Secretary.
APPROVED
A motion was made to elect Leslie Walker as Vice Chair.
Motion:
McMillan
Second:
Viktorin
Ayes:
Doyle, McMillan, Sabo, Viktorin, Walker, Georgia
Nays:
None
Abstain:
None
Vote:
6-0
Motion passed.
A motion was made to elect Julie Doyle as Secretary.
Motion:
Walker
Second:
Sabo
Ayes:
Doyle, McMillan, Sabo, Viktorin, Walker, Georgia
Nays:
None
Abstain:
None
Vote:
6-0
Motion passed.
5. DISCUSSION
City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
Item 2A- 2
Minutes of the October 24, 2023
Southlake Arts Council Meeting
Page 3 of 4
5A. REVIEW OF DPS WEST CALL TO ARTIST SUBMISSIONS
Assistant to the Director Milenka Lopez presented all submissions to the Call to
Artists for DPS West. The Southlake Arts Council debated on which proposals
they liked the best and selected 4 finalists.
Direction to staff: Reach out to 4 finalists and provide feedback and ask for
revised proposals.
5B. DALLAS SYMPHONY TRUCK
Assistant to the Director Milenka Lopez presented item 5B to the Arts Council for
review and discussion and was available to answer questions. Concern about
potential rain was voiced.
Direction to Staff: Have a final walkthrough on Friday to determine if rain will
affect the event.
5C. DOWDLE STUDIOS OPPORTUNITY
Councilmember Kathy Talley updated the Arts Council about initial discussions
with the City Manager about possible collaboration with Dowdle Studios. The next
step is to see if City Council might be interested in pursuing this project in future
fiscal years.
Direction to Staff: Keep on the agenda for next month.
5D. HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Assistant to the Director Milenka Lopez updated the Arts Council on the
upcoming Home for the Holidays event on Saturday, November 18 and was
available to answer questions.
Direction to staff: order supplies.
5E. PUBLIC ART UPDATES
Assistant to the Director Milenka Lopez presented item 5E and was available to
answer questions.
Direction to staff: NA
5F. APEX UPDATES
City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
Item 2A- 3
Minutes of the October 24, 2023
Southlake Arts Council Meeting
Page 4 of 4
Chair McMillan presented Item 5F and was available to answer questions.
Direction to Staff: None.
6. ADJOURNMENT
Southlake Arts Council Chair McMillan adjourned the meeting at 6:53 p.m.
Attest:
Tamara McMillan, Chair Community Services Department
City of Southlake Values:
Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork
Item 2A- 4
2023
Southlake Arts Council Attendance Report
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We promote the unique character of each city to create site -specific artworks
that honor and inspire residents and visitors.
The Department of Public Safety West Facility deserves an artwork
that evokes a sense of community, paying tribute to the tireless effort that
police and fire professionals put forth to protect Southi�ake's citizens.
We promote the unique character of each city to create site -specific artworks
that honor and inspire residents and visitors.
The Department of Public Safety West Facility deserves an artwork
that evokes a sense of community, paying tribute to the tireless effort that
police and fire professionals put forth to protect Southi�ake's citizens.
Our goal is to engage the diverse community with an artwork
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The Department Of Public Safety West Facility
This artwork aims to symbolize the integrity of the department's police and fire
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The optimized design of the artwork
features a "V" shape for the wings,
which are positioned at a 300 angle to
the road.
This positioning allows the sculpture to
be appreciated from a multitude of
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CONNECTING THROUGH COLOR
To represent the city, we have selected a color palette
that takes inspiration from Southlake's visual identity, in
order to craft a true site -specific landmark.
Green and gold feathers overlay one another, attesting
to the unity of city, working together with the police
and fire departments to protect their community.
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With this alternation of colors, the sculpture is at once easy to read
from a distance and inviting of close up exploration.
The Shield
This emblem emblazons a shield, the universal symbol of safety
and protection. The shield is depicted with the same shape as the
one found in the official logo of the city, featuring the same
adorned letter S at the center of it.
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With this alternation of colors, the sculpture is at once easy to read
from a distance and inviting of close up exploration.
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This voices the feeling of duty that the Department of Public Safety
has to its community more directly. Also reinforcing this idea, we
propose to showcase the emblems of Police and Firefighters, in
order to pay homage to these two entities, thus strengthening the
bond between the artwork, the city, and its first responders.
This will also add to the close up viewing and instill these feelings
in the overall meaning of the sculpture.
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With this alternation of colors, the sculpture is at once easy to read
from a distance and inviting of close up exploration.
Elliptical Rini
The elliptical rings are a metaphor of protection and care.
Radiating out from the central shield and along the wings, they
form a protective circle within which the Southlake community can
feel safe and secure.
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OVERALL DIMENSIONS
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The sculpture will be made of steel with a finish of direct -
to -metal epoxy coating. A layer of UV paint will protect the
colors and prevent fading.
The green and gold wings will be welded together using
metallic rod spacers, then bolted onto the concrete
pedestal.
The keywords and logos on the pedestal will be made of
water jet cut aluminum. Like the wings, the words will be
bolted onto the pedestal.
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MAINTENANCE
Very little maintenance will be required. The sculpture can
be cleaned with the gentle application of water and a mild
liquid detergent to remove dirt or stains. A microfiber cloth
should be used to wipe the artwork's surfaces.
It will be important to avoid using any abrasive cleaning
agents or materials, such as steel wool or Scotch Brite,
which could mark the surface of the artwork.
General maintenance can be done by non -artists (public
work employees).
A maintenance manual made by
Conservator will be included upon
artwork.
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PRODUCTION TIMELINE AND BUDGET
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Concept
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Fabrication
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The project budgets listed in the following pages are informal cost estimates provided for early phase planning and budgeting purposes only.
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ITEM DESCRIPTION
COST
Artist Design and Project Management Fee (10%)
10)000.00 USD
Fabrication (50%)
50)000.00 USD
Installation (15%)
15)000.00 USD
Professional Consultant Fees (10%)
10)000.00 USD
insurance, Permits, Legal, Accounting, T&A, Quota of Overheads (10%)
10)000.00 USD
Contingency (5%)
5,000.00 USD
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Fire Ladder Droplet Proposal
5104 Clairmont Ave S Birmingham AL 35222
Drawing of Fire Ladder Droplet on site.
For the Department of Public Safety Christopher
Fennell would like to sculpt"Fire Ladder Droplet"a
12'tall droplet made of pipe that is topped by a 12'
tall fireball of decommissioned aluminum fire
ladders. The whole sculpture is based off a Mobius
strip, where the base is a blue droplet and the top
is a silver fire. In the same way that the artist
sculpted a fireball of decommissioned fire ladders
for Allen's Number Five fire station with a base of
train rails, as a nod to a historical train robbery that
took place there, Southlake's sculpture will have a
base of pipe in the shape of water droplet, as a
nod to the lake. Also by opening the top of the
water droplet, it works as the base of a Mobius
strip, the ladders filling in the top half, creating a
figure eight, or the symbol for infinity- comment-
ing on the eternal vigilance of the Department of
Public Safety police and fire professionals. This
sculpture will be 22'tall, easily visible from
Southlake Boulevard.
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Drawing of Fire Ladder Droplet, Front View.
Drawing of Fire Ladder Droplet, Side View.
Fire Ladder Droplet Budget and Schedule
Structural Engineering Drawings
$4,000
1 inch plate steel for base plates
$250
5 inch pipe 8 pieces at $345 @21'
$2,760
decomission fire ladders
$0
transportation of donated ladders to studio
$2,500
Lumber for scaffolding
$1,200
Consumables in Studio
$900
Pipe bending
$3,000
Labor to build sculpture
$56,570
Sand Blasting and Painting
$4,000
Fasteners
$200
Epoxy Paint and Urethane
$1,300
Welding Supplies
$1,200
Artist Fee
$5,000
Insurance
$450
Overhead
$670
Foundation
$6,000
Travel
$1,000
Labor to Install Sculpture
$4,000
Crane and Bucket Truck Rental
$3,000
Transportation of sculpture to site
$2,000
Tota 1 $100,000
Timeline
Engineering Drawings for Foundation
1 month
Gathering of Decommisioned Ladders
1 month
Construction of sculpture
6 months
Sandblasting and painting
2 months
Packing sculpture
2 weeks
Shipping and installation of sculpture
2 weeks
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Native Grasses — Concept for Southlake DPS West Facility
Dear Southlake Arts Commission,
Reflectivity — LSU, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
am honored to be selected as one of the finalists for the City of Southlake public art project-DPS West Facility.
In your 10/26/2023 letter, you state that the Arts Council was impressed by my Willow Grove created for Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
strive to create one -of -a -kind artworks for all of my public art projects. For Southlake I would like to propose a concept I call Native Grasses.
think you will find Native Grasses quite similar to Willow Grove in it's use of color and material. Both evoke aspects of nature.
Both reach up to the sky with something enticing at their tips. Both are highly visible from the street and viewing places on both sides of the street.
In addition, Native Grasses like the Willow Grove creates a place to gather. This is an important quality in any public art project.
would also like to say that although I am an artist in Seattle, Washington, I have a great connection with David Cano, a talented fabricator in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
David built and erected my Reflectivity project for LSU. I have spoken with David and he would very much like to work on the Southlake art commission, if selected.
Baton Rouge is 7 to 8 hours from Southlake, so I believe this would be a great fit.
Thank you,
John Fleming / artist
1. Final Concept for Southlake DPS West / Native Grasses — John Fleming / Artist — 16 November 2023
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like to shape each of my sculptures around something that seems to capture the essence of place. This could be something in the culture, or in the natural or urban landscape.
In this case, I was taken by the native grasses of Texas. I didn't want to create an exact copy, but a simple abstraction of these native grasses. Something that felt like it belonged here.
There are eleven arching blades that makeup Native Grasses. Each blade has two layers of half -inch thick steel which split part way up.
The tips of the blades have tassels made from an acrylic/dichroic composite.
2. Final Concept for Southlake DPS West / Native Grasses — John Fleming / Artist — 16 November 2023
Looking North from across East Southlake Boulevard.
Looking South.
A 20-foot-long bench runs down the center, creating a gathering place within the sculpture.
The double layers of half -inch steel create stiff one -inch -thick bases. Like other sculptures I've done, the half -inch thick tops will sway gracefully in the wind.
3. Final Concept for Southlake DPS West / Native Grasses — John Fleming / Artist — 16 November 2023
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Grass Blades— Seattle, Washington
Emulating the native grasses of Texas.
Willow Grove — Jackson, Wyoming
Acrylic tips
The tips of Southlake's Native Grasses could be
fabricated from acrylic like Willow Grove,
or could include dichroic film like Portraits of Iowa.
This creates a flash of color at the tips.
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Acrylic with dichroic film
4. Final Concept for Southlake DPS West / Native Grasses — John Fleming / Artist — 16 November 2023
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In response to the Arts Council's request to incorporate color and optimize visibility within the given
budget, I have added powder -coated veneers and lifted the sculpture on a higher plinth style base making
the overall height IT-2".
Three vertical elements collectively form a flame -like shape. Held aloft by these elements and nestled
within them is a mirrored sphere, representing the ideal of Hope pulling the image of the viewer visually
into the composition. Seeing ones reflection brings the whole community into focus and the three elements
represent the multiple facets of the department united in the goal of public safety.
The concept of this piece speaks to the trust that the public places in its public safety officials. It also
illustrates the dedication and excellence inherent in these officials and honors this devotion to the
public's well-being. Thus this sculpture will act as a reminder to the viewer that through cooperation and
community, any goal is attainable.
MARK LEICHLITER I THE NATIONAL SCULPTORS' GUILD
PO Box 848 1 Loveland, Colorado 80539 1 (970) 667-2015
Mark@NationaISculptorsGuild.com I ]K-Designs-Inc.com
SOUTHLAKE DPS WEST FACILITY
UNITED MODIFICATIONS
Primary colors are added to each
upright using powder -coated
veneers. This addition emphasizes
the individual elements that unite at
the top to hold the mirror -finished
sphere. The other sides will be a
sanded finish.
The color panels will be riveted on
similarly to the example below...
Instead of a shorter concrete base,
a 4-ft tall plinth will be fabricated
in stainless -steel. This is a cost-
effective solution that maintains a
stream -lined appearance. Central
structural pipe will support the
sculpture and anchor to the footing.
MARK LEICHLITER I THE NATIONAL SCULPTORS' GUILD
PO Box 848 1 Loveland, Colorado 80539 1 (970) 667-2015
Mark@NationaISculptorsGuild.com I ]K-Designs-Inc.com
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PO Box 848 1 Loveland, Colorado 80539 1 (970) 667-2015
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SOUTHLAKE DPS WEST FACILITY
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MATERIALS:
-STAINLESS STEEL: a non -corrosive and highly durable.mate-
rial will be used for the artwork and structural elements, includ-
ing the substructure per structural engineering for the project.
-CONCRETE: any necessary footings will be constructed from
this, poured on -site by local subcontractors per the engineering
requirements.
SAFETY:
To ensure utmost safety to the public, the artwork will be creat-
ed and installed in accordance with certified engineering plans
specific to the site, which include strict seismic standards. Our
Structural Engineers are licensed in 48 states. We have utilized
this team in a majority of our public artwork placements for the
past 20+ years. All aspects of the design, construction and in-
stallation of the artwork will follow certified structural engineer-
ing plans and the placement will comply with all ADA require-
ments. We intend to utilize local sub -contractors to implement
the design where appropriate.
INSTALLATION:
Shall be as non-invasive to the site and surroundings as
possible. We have the experience of placing over 550 significant
public monuments across the country. We over -see licensed
local sub -contractors for on -site work that meets the unique
specifications and needs of each project. Once requirements
are set by the engineering, we coordinate the site preparation
and installation dates. Site work will be completed prior to
shipping the artwork. Structural footings must cure a minimum
of 3 weeks prior to installation of the artwork. The artwork is
transported to the site via a contracted trucking company
and installed with the use of a locally sourced crane operator
according to the engineering plan.
INSURANCE:
Comprehensive Coverage will be verified and the commissioning
agency will be listed as "additional insured" by a Certificate of
Liability Insurance statement covering up to $2 million dollars.
MAINTENANCE:
Minimal care and maintenance is required on the work proposed
here as durable materials are used. An annual cleaning is recom-
mended to keep these pieces looking its best.
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SOUTHLAKE DPS WEST FACILITY
loft -tin Sculpture $88,000
Oft Base
$2,000
Concrete
$1,000
Insurance
$1,000
Engineering
$2,000
Art Packaging
$1,000
Art Transport
$2,000
Installation
$1,500
Travel
$ I , 500
BUDGET
UNITED
artist fee; cut, formed, welded, finished stainless steel sheet metal
fabricated stainless -steel sheet metal plinth
excavation and pouring of engineered footings
comprehensive coverage listing commissioner as add'1 insured
stamped structural engineering
cradle to support artwork during transport
transport of artwork and stone to site
fasteners, hilti epoxy, crane and labor
installation trip (artist and nsg director)
TOTAL $100,000* valid until December 31, 2023**
*pending final design, plus or minus options, material and/or labor increases.
**Metal bids will be requoted on a monthly basis after initial deadline
until executed contract with deposit is received.
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WORK SAMPLE
EVENT HORIZON
The concept behind this sculpture has to do with the theorized existence of a gravitational border around a black
hole beyond which nothing can escape. I wondered what it might look like to see something torn apart but not
completely consumed by the black hole; what might the remnants look like as they were spun off into space?
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WORK SAMPLE
OVERCOME
Paying homage to the Little Rock Nine, nine forms are held together by lattice. They rise up and out of this bond to
soar free. Each form is an arrow pointing skyward in continued aspiration for the greater good. "We are not afraid,
we are not afraid. We are not afraid today. Deep in my heart I do believe. We shall overcome someday."
On September 25th, 1957, nine brave schoolchildren walked into Central High School and became symbols for a
nation. They symbolized the righteous striving for equality and justice that continues to this day. I have chosen to
refer symbolically to this event in my sculpture "Overcome" to honor both these students and what they represent
to us all as a society and a culture. Nine shapes begin, caged by a lattice of injustice and segregation. They rise
up and come together, and, leaning upon their collective strength, break their bonds to soar free. Each form is an
arrow pointing skyward in continued aspiration for the greater good and an indication that more is yet to be done.
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WORK SAMPLE
INTERWOVEN
There is no "front" or "back"; the inner edge becomes the outer, and vice versa, add to that, the "faces" weave
through each other. Interwoven: Unseen fabric, Warp of Time, Weft of Space, The tapestry of connection,
Between me and everything, Nexus, Node to node,Emergent consciousness, Synapse, and Synecdoche,
Hydrogen becoming Humanity, A Universe evolving, Eyes with which to see itself.
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WORK SAMPLE
WATER AND POWER
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Commissioned by the City of Loveland, CO as a signature placement for the City's Department of Water & Power.
The iconic symbols representing water and power help identify the building and its services to the community.
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WORK SAMPLE
WELLSPRING
This sculpture's irregular rectangular frame takes the shape of Adams County, the grass -like blades paying
homage to the former prairie land. The circular elements denote the area's center -point crop irrigation; drivers'
wheels and wedding rings.
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WORK SAMPLE
LOCAL COLOR
"Local Color" came about after my discovery of the State Butterfly of Arkansas, the Diana Fritillary. I was intrigued
by the startling contrast between the male and female of the species, and the complimentary hues of each. The
Diana displays marked Sexual Dimorphism, wherein the sexes have dramatically different size or coloration. The
sculpture consists of both forms of the Diana, realized in multiple metals with differing finishes, on opposite sides
of a low relief —like a coin with heads and tails. The striking differences give the sculpture a built-in Eureka moment,
as well providing a platform for discovering the beauty of Arkansas' natural world.
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WORK SAMPLE
TOGETHER
Commissioned by a private collector for placement in a public park, this piece is intended to portray two figures
dancing, stylized with Japanese Kanji in mind.
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WORK SAMPLE
TSUNAMI
Commissioned by the City of Cerritos, this sculpture was designed to complement the city's new library renova-
tion. After meetings with city officials and citizens they selected a tsunami to represent the majority Asian back-
grounds of the Cerritos residents.
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WORK SAMPLE
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mount Veterans lost in WWII, Korea & Vietnam. The memorial sculpture "Upholding" is seen in the background.
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MARK LEICHL[TER, NSG
BIOGRAPHICAL HIGHLIGHTS:
since 1994 Full -Time Sculptor, Designer Fort Collins, CO
1990-1994 Apprenticed Under Sculptor Kent Ullberg; Loveland, CO
Production Manager, Specializing in Monumental Enlargements
1988-1990 Production Manager/Welder/Monument Assistant at Ostermiller Studio
SELECT PUBLIC ART PLACEMENTS:
2023
(in progress) "Inspiration Plaza", 768 sq ft, multifaceted placement
Riverfront Park,
Little Rock, AR
"Ace", 54-ft long. Stainless Steel,
Olde Course Clubhouse
Loveland, CO
2021-22 "Event Horizon" 7ft h, Stainless Steel,
Progress Park,
Paramount, CA
2021
"Local Color" 9-ft, Stainless Steel,
Riverfront Park,
Little Rock, AR
2020
"Meme", 6-ft, Stainless Steel,
Public Road
Lafayette, CO
2019
"Terralogue Totems" 7ft, Stainless Steel, Multiple Streetscape
Lincoln Corridor
Fort Collins, CO
2018
"Conveyor" 9ft, Stainless Steel
Sugar Beet Park
Fort Collins, CO
2017
"Interwoven" 10-ft,Stainless Steel,
Riverfront Park,
Little Rock, AR
2016
"Overcome" 18-ft, Stainless Steel,
Chenal Parkway,
Little Rock, AR
2016
"Biomagnetism" 4-ft Powdercoated Stainless Steel„
Public Road
Edmond, OK
2015
"Mockingbird Mandala Sunshade 10-ft, Stainless Steel/Aluminum
Arkansas Children's Hospital,
Little Rock, AR
2015
"First Lady" 7.5-ft, Stainless Steel,
Harding University First Ladies Garden,
Searcy, AR
2014
"Through the Looking Glass" 9-ft, S-Steel,
Riverfront Park,
Little Rock, AR
2013
"HiveMind" 8.5-ft S.-Steel,
Poudre River Public Library,
Fort Collins, CO
2012
"Growing Together" 10-ft, Stainless Steel (suspended)
Poudre River Public Library,
Fort Collins, CO
2012
"Spring Creek Flood Marker" 12-ft, Stainless Steel/Aluminum
Creekside Park,
Fort Collins, CO
2011
"Wellspring" 18-ft, Stainless Steel/Acrylic
Adams County Government Building,
Brighton, CO
2010
"Shields of Honor" 8-ft, Stainless Steel/LED Lighting
Colorado State Patrol San Luis Valley Headquarters,
Alamosa, CO
2009
"BookMobile" 18-ft, Aluminum/Stainless Steel/ Rowlux Acrylic,
Episcopal Collegiate School,
Little Rock, AR
2009
"Norfolk Mermaid" 12-ft Stainless Steel, Town Point Park,
Norfolk, VA
2008
"Water & Power" 25-ft, Powder Coated Steel/Landscape,
City of Loveland's Service Center Building,
Loveland, CO
2008
"Together" 16-ft, Powder Coated Steel,
Riverwalk Adventure Park - Fleischauer Garden,
Little Rock, AR
2007
"Veterans' Memorial Plaza" 1/2 Acre, Landscape/Hardscape Design,
Paramount Veterans' Memorial Park,
Paramount, CA
2007
"Upholding" 14-ft, Stainless Steel/Marble,
Paramount Veterans' Memorial Park,
Paramount, CA
2005
"Public Safety Memorial" 10-ft, Stainless Steel/Stone,
City of La Quinta police and firefighters' memorial,
La Quinta, CA
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2004 "Encircling the Future" 16-ft, Powder Coated Steel,
Little Rock National Airport, signature sculpture, Little Rock, AR
2002 "Tsunami" 14-ft, Bronze/Stainless Steel Fountain,
City of Cerritos Library Park, Cerritos, CA
2002 "Solar Sails" 18-ft, Powder Coated Steel,
Entryway for the City of Paramount, Paramount, CA
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS:
Since 1992 National Sculptors' Guild, Charter Member
Loveland, CO
SELECT DESIGN TEAM PARTICIPANTS PAST & PRESENT:
John Kinkade, National Sculptors' Guild -Site Design/Installation Loveland, CO
Greg Hebert, Landscape Architect - Landscape/Site Design San Diego, CA
Gregory P. Luth & Associates - Structural Engineering Santa Clara, CA
Advanced Aquatic Technology Inc. - Fountain Engineering Orange, CA
MAJOR PRIVATE & CORPORATE COLLECTIONS:
Museum of Discovery
"Donor Mandala" 75diameter - s. steel,
Fort Collins, CO
Northwestern CC
"Pas de Deux" 8'h - s. steel,
Craig, CO
Paramount Sheriff's Office
"Mockingbird Mandala" T dia. -s. steel,
Paramount, CA
N. Central Michigan College "Interdependence" 4'h - p.c. steel,
Petoskey, MI
Lisa & Scott Kelley
"Mockingbird Awnings" 8'w - aluminum,
Boerne, TX
Chris & Jack Harris
"Duet" 6'h—powder coated steel,
Santa Fe, NM
Private Collector
"Tropism" Th - carved alabaster,
Loveland, CO
Loveland Museum
"Recognition Plaque" 6'h-collab. relief,
Loveland, CO
Toal/Chambers
"Spirit of Troy" 56"h - carved limestone,
Ok City, OK
Private Collector
"Inner Dance" 48"h - stainless steel, Oklahoma City, OK
American Stores Inc
"Caballo" 27"h-carved cocobolo wood, Salt
Lake City, UT
SELECTED SOLO EXHIBITIONS:
2004 "Mark Leichliter-New Sculptures", Columbine Galleries; Santa Fe, NM
1993-99 "Open House -Mark Leichliter", Grapevine Gallery; Oklahoma City, OK
1991, 92 "Mark Leichliter-Sculptor", First Federal Savings Bank; Loveland, CO
SELECTED GROUP EXHIBITIONS:
1992-2022 Annual National Sculptors' Guild Exhibition
Columbine Gallery;
2007-2019 Sculpture at the River Market Show & Sale
River Market Pavilions;
2000 "In Search of the Autonomous Self' - Three Artist Show
Columbine Galleries;
2000 "Let It Be" - Two Artist Show
Columbine Galleries;
1991-94, 97 "Sculpture in the Park" - National Juried Exhibition
High Plains Art Council;
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Little Rock, AR
Santa Fe, NM
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DESIGN TEAM
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JK DESIGNS, INC. — A Colorado Corporation
Our design team facilitates the vision and goals of the Lead Artist's intention for each art state-
ment they create. Depending on the scope of the project the team grows to include additional
architects, landscape architects, structural engineers, contractors and other specialists, we utilize
local subcontractors for any on -site fabrication and footings and installation needs. Working with
JK Designs affords the artist access to the expertise of nationally recognized professionals that
have proven accountability and experience, allowing them to focus on the artwork. We bring
over 30 years of experience placing 525+ significant public sculptures with cities, municipalities,
corporations and private institutions across the country within budgets ranging from $25,000 to
$2.8 million. Comprehensive insurance covers $2 million on each project we are involved with.
Because each project is shaped by the needs of its end -users and integration within the location
fully developed designs will be presented after the opportunity to meet with stakeholders and
further exploration of the site and community has occurred.
MARK LEICHLITER, NSG — Lead Artist, Sculptor
A lifelong resident of Colorado, Mark is best known for his bold use of form, color, repetition and
surface in monumental public sculptures.His primary material is stainless steel, precisely fabri-
cated by the artist's two hands regardless of scale. Frequently there are underlying symbols and
meaning behind the abstract artwork, often tying into the site, region or community where the an
resides. "My approach to designing artwork for public spaces begins with the recognition of the
commissioning agency's goals for the an, as well as a complete understanding of the location."
JOHN KINKADE — Master Planning, Design Consultation, Project Management
As the founder and Executive Director of the National Sculptors' Guild [NSG], and Principal/
Co -Owner of JK Designs, Inc., John has worked with over 200 artists and countless cities and mu-
nicipalities as he has sought out, designed and implemented the installation of over 525 public
placements across the country, since 1992. He has also designed and consulted on numerous
public and private outdoor sculpture gardens and master plans, including the cities of Para-
mount, CA; Cerritos, CA; Little Rock, Ar; Southlake, TX; Louisville, CO; the Skagway Sculpture &
Flower Garden in Skagway, Alaska; and the Cerritos Public Sculpture Park in California. John was
named one of the nation's 40 Most Prominent People in the Arts by Southwest Art in 2011.
ALYSON KINKADE —Administration, Project Management
Since graduating from the Kansas City Art Institute in 1999, her own artwork has displayed at the
State Capitol, DIA; and is in the permanent collection of Colorado State University, and multiple
cities. By facilitating our placements of art in public places, Alyson's efforts for our team shares a
common goal with her own art — as a means to uplift, inspire, and connect. Her strengths within
JK Designs covers Design Team Coordination, Proposal Preparation, Budgeting, and Consultation
for Public and Residential placements. "My approach is to gain understanding of the intentions
of the client and the site; and to best complement these goals with the right art solution."
RUSS MARTINO, MS, PE — Structural Engineer
Martin & Luth was founded in 2004 in Denver, Colorado filling the need for a Denver based
company that could focus on the essence of structural engineering and the art of creative prob-
lem solving. Martino & Luth strive to bring the art of structural engineering back to the profes-
sion within their design collaborative: The Renaissance Design Group. The only prerequisite
for attracting the best efforts of our engineers is that there be a need for - and appreciation of -
thoughtful, elegant and creative engineering solutions. We relish a challenge. We have amassed
a large and eclectic body of work over the past 20 years including projects of virtually every type
and material ranging from major bridges to residential projects.
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CITY OF
SOUTHLAKE
Town Square Public Art Mural Policy
Policy: Display of Public Art Murals in Southlake Town Square
Source: City Council
Category: Community Services Department
Guiding Principles:
The City of Southlake provides municipal services that support the highest quality
of life for our residents, businesses, and visitors. We do this by being an exemplary
model of balancing efficiency, fiscal responsibility, transparency, and
sustainability.
We do this by adhering to the City's Strategy Map which focuses on Safety &
Security, Infrastructure and Development, Partnerships & Volunteerism, and
Performance Management & Service Delivery.
The Southlake City Council has adopted this Policy for the Display of Public Art
Murals in Southlake Town Square to ensure the most appropriate and
operationally sustainable procedure for selecting and maintaining mural public art
assets in Town Square.
The policy will guide the procedure for selection and maintenance of public art
mural assets in Southlake Town Square.
Purpose:
The purpose of this policy is to create a procedure to determine what murals can
be installed on public and private facilities in the Town Square area, as well as to
create an administrative framework for selection of and maintenance of installed
murals, and related issues of liability, while epitomizing the City's core values of
integrity, innovation, accountability, commitment to excellence, and teamwork.
Goals:
To provide a policy and a process for installing public art murals in Town Square
that:
• Ensures Town Square maintains a competitive edge in the market by
maintaining a unique and attractive environment.
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• Provides a more satisfactory aesthetic experience for citizens and
visitors frequenting the Town Square area.
• Contributes to the success of the envisioned Town Square brand that
increases traffic, strengthens community, and showcases Southlake's
stories and history.
• Increases engagement with Town Square businesses and public
facilities and encourages residents to become involved in local
government.
This policy was specifically written for Town Square; however, it may be applied to
other city -owned locations in Southlake as appropriate.
Definitions:
Public Art — Any art displayed, performed, or demonstrated in a City park, public
right of way, easement granted to the City for public art, or the interior/exterior of
any City facility.
Artwork — Includes, but is not limited to, a sculpture, monument, mural, painting,
fountain, or stained glass.
Artist — A practitioner in the visual arts generally recognized by critics and peers
as a professional of serious intent and recognized ability that produces fine works
of arts.
Cit — Shall mean the City of Southlake, Texas.
Southlake Arts Council - A board appointed by the City Council that makes
recommendations to the City Council regarding the public arts program.
Public Arts Collection — Consists of all City of Southlake owned or controlled works
of art.
Management
The Department of Community Services is charged with overseeing all aspects of
the City's Park and Recreation system, including the management and allocation
of the City's Public Art Program as per this policy to ensure we are Serving Our
Customers, Managing the Business and Providing Financial Stewardship of these
City owned assets.
The Department has developed the following objectives to guide its business
operations related to the management of the park and recreation system.
• Creating world -class recreational and park experiences that promote wellbeing,
pursuit of personal enjoyment, and create life-long memories.
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• Enhancing the sense of community through well -run recreational, parks,
hospitality, and customer relations programs, and fostering partnerships,
citizen engagement, and volunteer opportunities.
• Intentional planning and conservative financial management practices,
including adhering to cost recovery goals, promoting volunteer opportunities,
and partnering with community organizations that enhance our customer
service.
• Being future -ready by evaluating department resources, investing in high
quality assets, and protecting those assets through Asset Replacement Plans.
• Achieving strong service outcomes through innovative process improvement
and best practices for parks and recreation professionals.
• Collaborating with select partners to implement service solutions.
• Attracting and retaining a talented and motivated workforce by setting a strong
foundation for success through a well -developed, fun, and comprehensive
onboarding program.
• Creating a culture that maximizes employee's strengths, grows customer
service and innovation, and motivates employes to be engaged in their jobs
every day.
• Proactively planning by providing leadership and professional development
opportunities to prepare employees for the next step in their careers.
What Constitutes a Public Art Mural
In general terms, a mural may be described as any graphic or artwork painted or
applied on a wall, ceiling, or other permanent architectural surface where its
background differentiates it from the general color or material of the wall or other
surface.
For the purpose of this policy, a Public Art Mural will be defined as such:
Public Art Mural- Any graphic or artwork painted or applied on a wall, ceiling, or
other architectural surface (including but not limited to: mosaic tiles, photographic
elements, wheat paste murals and collage of elements) where its background
differentiates it from the general color or material of the wall or other surface and
is displayed in a City park, public
right of way, or the interior/exterior
of a city facility. An example of a
public art mural includes the "I
Believe in Southlake" mural
located on the corner of Civic
Via+.. L1 Place and State Street.
For the purposes of this policy, a
mural does not include temporary
works of art that wash away by
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elements of the weather (e.g. chalk).
A Public Art Mural should achieve the goals outlined in the Purpose section of this
policy. A mural will not be considered public art if it contains a commercial message
such as, but not limited to, logos, branding, or any indication or description in
narrative or image form the type of commercial activity that occurs on the inside of
the building. (See below).
Wall Mural (Commercial Entity)- A graphic or artwork painted or applied to the front
fagade or entry way where its background differentiates it from the general color
or material of the wall or other surface, located on private property, and associated
with the tenant occupying the corresponding space. For the purposes of this policy,
a wall mural will be considered as a sign, not a public art mural.
Southlake Town Square businesses and
tenants may display a wall mural as
outlined in the Town Square Master Sign
Plan. An example of a current wall mural
in Town Square that is considered a sign
includes the Nike mural located on the
corner of Fountain Place and Grand Ave.
Commercial murals outside of Town
Square would also be considered as
signs, and thus require Sign Board recommendation and City Council approval.
Placement of Public Art Murals in Town Square
Public Art Murals commissioned or funded by the City can be
placed on public buildings, structures, or infrastructure in
Town Square.
While any city -owned property in Town Square can
technically hold public art, each building and structure in
Town Square is unique
Nor�_ and the context of the 10
building and structure to
(0 the surrounding area
should be taken into
consideration.aq
Should the City fund a public art mural
proposed on a privately -owned building or
structure, the establishment of a Public -
Private partnership and execution of a public
art easement agreement, in accordance with State and City requirements, with the
property owner is required.
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For this policy, the following guidelines should be adhered to when selecting a
location for a Public Art Mural:
Public buildings, structures, or infrastructure, as well as, alleys or private street-
uare are the preferred locations for murals.
• Murals should not compete with or overwhelm existing architectural features
such as windows with trim, molding, entryways, or similar detailing. Key
architectural features should not be engulfed with murals.
• Murals should be sized appropriately to the location selected and should
encourage and engage safe pedestrian interaction.
• Color schemes should be compatible or complementary with existing building
designs and colors.
• Murals should be placed in locations that are easily accessible to the public.
Proposing Public Art Mural Protects
Public art murals can be proposed by any community member, including artists,
non-profit organizations, property owners, and governmental agencies. In addition,
the Southlake Arts Council may present Calls to Artists when starting a mural
project to solicit proposals at the request of the Southlake City Council.
The process for proposing a Public Art Mural is as follows:
1. Contact the Community Services Department Arts Council Staff Liaison to
discuss your concept.
2. Complete the Public Art Mural Application Form (see APPENDIX 1).
3. Provide a brief narrative description of the proposed mural. Please address the
intent of the artwork and how it relates to The City of Southlake and the site.
4. Staff will review the application with the applicable property manager for their
feedback.
5. Staff will present the proposal to the Southlake Arts Council for review and
recommendation.
Proposal should include but is not limited to the following:
• Project description with a digital scale rendering of the proposed project.
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• Image of proposed site.
• List of proposed materials.
• Proposed installation methods -including safety measures.
• Budget, including supplies, installation, and annual maintenance.
• Timeline, including dates of installation.
• Durability for defined life span (usually up to 5 years).
• Plan for maintenance during the defined lifespan of the art project.
• A plan for removal upon end -of -life span or upon deterioration.
• Plan for graffiti remediation.
• Signed waiver regarding reproductions, photographs, and other
proprietary ownership.
• Permission from property owner through execution of a public art
easement to install the art if located on private property.
• Any 3D elements or attachments included as part of the mural will need
to be stamped by a structural engineer and approved by a City engineer.
Approved projects with 3D elements or attachments will need to secure
a building permit through the Planning and Development Services
Department.
6. Upon Arts Council Recommendation, the project will be presented to the
Southlake City Council for final decision and appropriate funding amount.
Criteria for Acceptance
Proposals for Public Art Murals must meet the following criteria:
• Murals must be undertaken under the direction of an experienced artist who
can provide documentation of professional work commensurate with the scope
of the mural project.
• Murals must be a "one -of -a -kind" work of art and must not appear in any other
public form including but not limited to advertising, logos, and trademarks and
including publications where the mural is used to promote or identify the
sponsor in any form.
• Themes should be consistent with the surrounding area and meet the goals
established by this policy. In general, the themes should be positive and
uplifting for the community, provide a space for positive interaction, and reflect
the City of Southlake's values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability,
Commitment to Excellence, and Teamwork.
• The following themes will not be accepted:
o Representation of violence.
o Inappropriate nudity.
o Denigration of cultures.
o Commercial or advertising messages.
• Proposals will be evaluated by how they contribute to the fabric or the urban
environment, the excellence that adds to the public art environment, and the
strength of the proposal.
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Proper preparation of the site and mural installation is required to preserve the
mural during the term of the agreement. Murals painted directly on brick,
plaster, and concrete walls offer the best surface for longevity.
The City reserves the right to reject proposals for murals on based on the
themes or messages expressed as permitted by applicable First Amendment
law.
Funding
Funding for public art murals may come from various avenues. For City -sponsored
projects, funding may come from the Public Arts Fund supported by the Hotel
Occupancy Tax or the Art CIP to support the Public Arts Master Plan.
The City may also choose to consider alternative funding sources such as the
Strategic Initiative Fund or the General Fund on a project -by -project basis.
Funding for community -initiated projects may also come from the Art Matching
Funds Program and/ or private donations.
Maintenance
Unless otherwise agreed by the City Council, it is the responsibility of the artist to
create and maintain the mural.
Maintenance best practices should be followed to prolong the lifespan of the mural.
Such best practices may include but are not limited to, preliminary wall prep or
precleaning, priming, and curing; the use of proper paints, enamels, or materials
that best match the surface; topcoats, sacrificial layers, and graffiti coats that do
not comprise the painting.
The City assumes that the mural will be kept in good repair with periodic
maintenance to be performed by the artist as needed.
The artist is responsible for ensuring that a mural is maintained in good condition
and is repaired in the case of vandalism or accidental destruction. The artist is
encouraged to establish measures that will discourage vandalism or facilitate an
easier, less costly repair of the mural in the future.
Maintenance Plans submitted with project proposal must include the following:
Plans for graffiti removal and/or emergency repair by the artist within 72
hours, or a mutually agreed -upon timeframe after notification. If the graffiti is
not removed and the mural is not repaired by the artist or supporting friends'
organization, the City will remove the graffiti using the department's standard
removal materials.
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Repairs to the mural are the responsibility of the artist within 72 hours, or a
mutually agreed -upon timeframe, after notification by the City.
Plans for periodic touch-ups or repairs as needed throughout the lifespan of
the mural. It is the responsibility of the artist to create and maintain the mural
in good repair with periodic maintenance to be performed by the artist.
Should the mural be defaced and/or not repaired, maintained, preserved
and/or conserved to the satisfaction of the City of Southlake, the City has, in
its sole discretion, the authority to repair, maintain, preserve, and/or conserve
the mural, or alternatively, the authority to remove, alter, or destroy the mural.
Project Lenqth and Decommission
The length of time that an art/mural project will last depends in part on the
exposure and materials used. Where approval is given, it is recommended that
five years after installation a review of the condition and continued relevance of
the art mural project be made. The Southlake Arts Council should be scheduled
to review the art and make a formal recommendation to City Council following a
five-year period or sooner if necessary.
It is the responsibility of the artist to develop a mural removal plan after the mural
has reached its life expectancy. The site is expected to be returned to its original
state.
The City has, in its sole discretion, the authority to repair, maintain, preserve,
and/or conserve the mural, or alternatively, the authority to remove, alter, or
destroy the mural.
Artist Contract
All artists completing a public art mural will sign a contract that clearly establishes
the project's parameters and outlines responsibilities while establishing the
expectations of both parties involved.
Visual Artists Rights Act (VARA) of 1990
All artists entering a contract with The City of Southlake will waive the rights
granted from VARA. The waiver is a part of the Artist Agreement and shall
specifically identify the work, and uses of that work, to which the waiver applies,
and the waiver shall apply only to the work and uses so identified. In the case of a
joint work prepared by two or more authors, a waiver of rights under this paragraph
made by one such author waives such rights for all such authors.
For more information about the Visual Artist Rights Act of 1990 (VARA), 17 U.S.C.
§ 106A, you may visit the U.S. Government Publishing Office online to view the
United States Code titled "Rights of Certain Authors to Attribution and Integrity."
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APPENDIX 1
City of Southlake
Application for Public Art Mural in Town Square and/or City Property
Mural Artist/ Sponsor Name:
Phone:
Address:
Zip:
Alternative Contact:
Name:
Phone Number:
CONTACT INFORMATION
E-Mail Address:
City
E-mail:
PROPOSED PUBLIC ART MURAL INFORMATION
Type of Mural (check all that apply)
Mural painted on exterior building or wall
Mural consisting of other materials affixed to exterior building or wall
Other (Please Describe)
Proposed Location Address:
Property Type (Private or Public):
Dimensions of Mural:
State
Detailed description of the project including the mural subject matter, techniques/materials, and
benefit to
community
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ATTACHEMENTS
Please attach the following documents to this application. Incomplete applications will
not be reviewed.
1. Documentation of professional work commensurate with the scope of the mural
project.
2. Rendering
A full -color sketch of the proposed artwork or a digital rendering.
Murals must be a "one -of -a -kind" work of art and must not appear in any other
public form including but not limited to advertising, logos, and trademarks and
including publications where the mural is used to promote or identify the sponsor
in any form.
3. Image of proposed site with site plan drawn to scale that identifies:
a. Property lines
b. Building location and fagade on which the mural will be located
c. Names of streets that abut site
d. North arrow
4. List of proposed materials
5. Proposed installation methods including safety measures and details about how
the mural is affixed to building fagade
6. Detailed Budget Sheet that defines:
a. Supplies
b. Installation
c. Annual maintenance
d. Emergency maintenance
7. Estimated Proposal Timeline which includes:
a. Estimated deadline for planning for the mural
b. Estimated deadline for installation of the mural
c. Estimated deadline for completion of mural
8. Projected lifespan of the mural (usually up to 5 years)
9. Detailed maintenance plan that will be required for the lifespan of the mural
including:
a. Maintenance plan for damage and exposure to elements
b. Maintenance plan for graffiti or vandalism remediation
c. Detailed plan for removal upon end of lifespan
d. Detailed list of items/materials needed to maintain the mural
e. Detailed description of the labor that would be needed to maintain the
mural for five years
f. Detailed plans for emergency repair
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10. Letter of permission from property owner to install the mural if located on private
property if applicable
Acknowledgement
I, , agree that the information contained in my Public
Art Mural Proposal is complete, accurate, and correct to the best of my knowledge.
I also understand the process for approval of the public art mural and understand that I
will need to enter into an Artist Contract with the City should the project be approved.
Signature:
Name (Please Print): Date: