Item 4C4C - 1
M E M O R A N D U M
April 19, 2012
To:
Shana Yelverton, City Manager
From:
Jim C. Blagg, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Safety
Subject:
Approve permit for CISD Photography Exhibit in Department of Public
Safety Headquarters May 1-31, 2012
Action
Requested:
City Council approval of a permit to allow a CISD photography
exhibit in Department of Public Safety Headquarters (DPS HQ)
facility main lobby area May 1- 31, 2012.
Background
Information:
The permit requires a recommendation from the Southlake Arts
Council and approval by the City Council.
The exhibit will feature about 60 assorted photos taken by CISD
students. Theexhibit will consist of two, 3-panel, freestanding floor
units.Nothing will be attached to the walls of the DPS
Headquarters.
Sponsors of the CISD exhibit include Southlake Public Library,
Southlake Arts Council and CISD photography department.
The exhibit will be managed and maintained by City of Southlake
Library staff. Deputy Director McGeath,liaison for the exhibition,
will coordinate set up and tear down of the photos.The exhibition is
not a fundraising event, but is an opportunity for Southlake youth to
showcase their photography skills and talent. The Permit meets the
provisions of the Display of Public Arts Policy. Approval of the
permit will have no financial impact on City budgets. A copy of the
Permit is attached for your information.
If approved, this will be the first temporary exhibit approved for the
DPS HQ facility. Previously approved public art displays/events for
the Town Hall lobby include:
April 15-17, 2011 CISD Student Art Exhibit
April 19 May 17, 2011 Art In the City and Reception
November 2 November 30, 2011 Renderings of Roundabouts Sculptures
November 7 December 16, 2011 Festivals of Trees
City of Southlake Values:
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Shana Yelverton, City Manager
Meeting Date May 1, 2012
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November 19, 2011 Board Reception/Tree Lighting Event
December 11, 2011 Breakfast with Santa
December 17 December 31, 2011 Sister Cities Young Artist Showcase
February 17 April 16, 2012 Winter Art in Town Hall Exhibit
February 19, 2012 Winter Art in Town Hall Reception
April 26-29, 2012 CISD Student Art Exhibit
Financial
Considerations:
Approval of the CISD Photo Exhibit Permit in DPSHQ requires no
additional funding. CISD is not paid for display or associated costs
related to delivery and pick up of photos.
Strategic Link:
This Permit is linked to the City Council Focus Areas of Quality
Development and Partnerships and Volunteerism. The Permit also
addresses the corporate objectives of providing attractive and
unique spaces for enjoyment of personal interests and providing
opportunities for partnerships and volunteer involvement.
Citizen Input/
Board Review:
Southlake Arts Council recommended approval at the April 24,
2012 meeting.
City Council will consider Permit May 1, 2012.
Legal Review:
The Permit form was reviewed previously with the Display Policy by
the City Attorney
Alternatives:
City Council alternatives may include the following:
Approve Permit as presented
Approve Permit with input as desired
Decision not to approve the Permit
Supporting
Documents:
CISD photo exhibit permit
Recommendation:
City Council approve the Permit for CISD photography exhibit in the
DPS Headquarters building main lobby May 1-31, 2012.
City of Southlake Values:
Teamwork
Southlake Arts Council
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Public Art Display and/or Performance
Facility and Property Use Permit
Please Note:
All requests are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Art Exhibit agreement is also
required to be signed before any display or performance may occur. Extensions may be granted by staff.
City Facility requested:
DPS Headquarters, 600 State Street Main lobby
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Personal Responsible:
Kerry McGeath, on behalf of CISD Photography Dept
Phone:
817 748 8384
Cell Phone:E-Mail Address:
817 919 8486 kmcgeath@ci.southlake.tx.us
Address:City:State:Zip:
1400 Main Street # 130 Southlake TX 76092
Alternative Contact:
Name:
Phone Number:E-mail:
DISPLAY or PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
Requested Date:
May 1 May 31, 2012
Type of Display or performance:
CISD student photography exhibit
Duration of the event or performance:
1 month May 2012 (set up 5/01; tear down 5/31)
Detailed Information including a plan of needed wall or floor space about the display or
performance, including planned activities or any equipment/special needs:
The CISD exhibit will
include about 60 photos, selected by teachers from Carroll School District photography classes. The
exhibit will consist of two (2), three-panel, freestanding floor display units in the DPS HQ main lobby area.
No photos will be mounted on the walls.The exhibit will be managed and maintained by City of Southlake
Library staff. The exhibition is sponsored by the Southlake Arts Council and Southlake Public Library.
Organization Represented:
Southlake Arts Council, City of Southlake Public Library and CISD
Photography Department.
Non-Profit:Yes
XNo ___
No
Is this display or performance to include a fund raiser? Yes ____ X
Note: Must provide at least 6 weeks notice and cannot be a continuous fundraising effort throughout the
duration of the exhibit, but must occur in a specific event(s)
Please answer the following:
Yes
Does your organization maintain a Southlake Mailing address or PO Box? X No ______
Yes
Do a majority of your members, including officers, reside in Southlake? X No ______
Yes
Will your event cause any impact on City Staff or City resources? X No ______