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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/19/2004, C8 - RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF A PUBLIC ART PIECE ENTITLED ""STORYBOARD"" FROM FRANCISCAN DEVEL" council10 404) j acEnaa nEpont CITY OF SAN LU I S OBISPO FROM: Wendy George, ACAO `' " Prepared By: Betsy Kiser, Principal Administrative Analyst SUBJECT: RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF A PUBLIC ART PIECE ENTITLED "STORYBOARD"FROM FRANCISCAN DEVELOPMENTS CAO RECOMMENDATION As recommended by the Architectural Review Commission (ARC) and Public Art Jury, adopt a resolution accepting the donation of a public art piece entitled "Storyboard" from Franciscan Developments (DeVaul Ranch Development). DISCUSSION Background The DeVaul Ranch Development, located at the corner of Los Osos Valley Road and Madonna Road, was approved prior to the existence of Ordinance #1372 - Public Art in Private Development (2000 Series). Even so, a condition of development required the project to include public art, although the parameters where not well defined. To meet the requirement, the developer (with assistance from the San Luis Obispo Arts Council), released a Request for Proposal to artists, selected a proposal,juried the piece, presented it to the Architectural Review Commission (ARC) for approval, and subsequently contracted with artist, Jim Jacobson to produce the piece. Installation of the artwork was to occur in early 2004, but upon seeking the appropriate permits, staff realized the approved site for the art was in the public right of way, necessitating either the identification of a new site (and accompanying approval process) or that the developer donate the piece to the City's public art collection. The developer chose to donate the piece to the City, thus triggering the Privately Funded Art in Public Places process. Privately Funded Art in Public Places The City's Privately Funded Art in Public Places program requires the donator to submit a formal application, accompanied by drawings, models, photographs and other graphic materials that clearly define the artwork (Attachment 1). A jury made up of members selected from a standing pool of resource individuals judge the merits of the proposal using the adopted Guidelines for Public Art and make a recommendation for acceptance or rejection to the ARC, which then reviews the proposal, assures that it meets the Guidelines for Public Art, and forwards the proposal to the City Council for final approval. Upon completion of the process, the artwork becomes the property of the City. t✓b '' J Donation of Public Art from Duvall Ranch Development Page 2 Review by the Art Jury On September 21, 2004, a City-coordinated public art jury consisting of Jean Bradley, local artist; Kathy Eberhardt, art patron; Joy Becker, Arts Council representative; Landy Fike, Downtown Association Design Committee; and Rick Phillips, local sculptor, reviewed "Storyboard" for consistency with the Guidelines for Public Art. The jury was unanimous in its opinion that the piece met the criteria for 1) artistic excellence; 2) appropriateness of scale, form, material, content and design relative to the immediate and general neighborhoods; 3) relationship to the social, cultural and historical identity of the neighborhood; 4) appropriateness of method used for installation; and 5) ease of maintenance. The jury was especially impressed with the historical context of the piece, which chronicles 9000 years of ranch occupation. There was concern by one juror of the structural strength of the piece (in particular the use of 1/16" wall rather than 1/8" wall steel tubing) should it be exposed to high winds, an earthquake, or possibly hit by a car. Staff discussed this concern with the artist, who submitted a copy of the engineer's report addressing wind loading, dead load of the base, tower and footing, soil loading, overturning resistance, bolt loading and seismic load on the tower. The artist used the engineer's recommendations to fabricate the artwork. Also., the artist, Jim Jacobson, has created six other public art pieces for the City and his works have proven over time to be structurally sound and easily maintained. Review by the ARC Per the public art review process, artwork normally is referred to the ARC prior to coming to the City Council for final approval. Because originally this artwork was intended for private ownership, the developer took the proposed piece through the jury review process several years ago, followed by ARC review on August 6, 2001. (See Attachment 2 - ARC minutes.) The ARC found the artwork to be consistent with the City's Guidelines for Public Art and determined that the installation of the piece would not harm the general health, safety and welfare of people living or working in the vicinity of the project. (See Attachment 2.) Because of this previous ARC review, "Storyboard" is being referred directly to the City Council from the public art jury. CONCURRENCES The ARC and two art juries (developer's and City's) approved "Storyboard". Public Works has provided encroachment permits for installation of the piece. FISCAL IMPACT There is no immediate fiscal impact associated with accepting "Storyboard". The developer will install the piece and has agreed to purchase and install a dedication plaque. Maintenance is simple, although re-powder coating may be necessary in another 10-15 years. GAProjects&Programs\Public Art\Current ProjectACAR•DeVaul Ranch Public Art 101904C_ Donation of Public Art from Duvall Ranch Development Page 3 ALTERNATIVES Do not accept the donation of"Storyboard". This is not recommended because the base for the "Storyboard" has already been installed and would need to be removed. Also, the piece will make a positive contribution to the public art program. ATTACHMENTS 1) Application and support material 2) Minutes from ARC meeting, August 6, 2001 3) Resolution GAProjects&Progmms\Public Art\Current Projects\CAR-DeVaul Ranch Public Art 101904.DOC LY �- -- , ATTACHMENT 1 PUBLIC ART APPLICATION (No Fee) PRIVATELY FUNDED ART ON CITY-OWNED PROPERTY CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 781-7151 The Donor/owner must complete and sign this application form. If the Donor/owner is not the artist who created the artwork, the artist must also sign this AppCcaQtion below. ARTIST/DONOR: (Name, address, phone#) $r�5 u,� Acxca StO Cog— 9340 t r TITLE OF WORK: DESCRIPTION OF WORK: (The form must be accompanied by drawings, models, photographs or any other graphic depiction which will help more clearly define the artwork.) MATERIALS/SIZE: PROPOSED LOCATION: (For inside or outside installation) ©A;� 1�1IkAA-te� AN APPRAISAL OR OTHER EVIDENCE OF THE VALUE OF THE PROPOSED PUBLIC ARTWORK: C - PUBLIC ART APPLICATION (No Fee) PRIVATELY FUNDED ART ON CITY-OWNED PROPERTY CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 781-7151 By signing this Application below and in consideration for participating in the City's Privately Funded Art on City-Owned Property program, the artist/owner hereby acknowledges and assigns the right to collect any royalty payment provided by Civil Code section 986(a) to the City. Except as provided above, the artist/owner further acknowledges and waives, for himself and his successors in interest, to the greatest extent allowed by law, any rights the artist/owner may have under California Civil Code sections 986, 987, 988 and 989, or other applicable law. The artist/owner further acknowledges and understands that upon completion and installation of the artwork, and upon its acceptance by the City Council, the work shall become the property of the City. The City retains the right to remove or relocate the artwork in its sole discretion as the interest of the public welfare, health and safety may require. If the artwork is damaged, defaced, altered or destroyed by human acts or by acts of nature, the City retains the right to remove, restore, repair or replace the artwork at any time in keeping with the artist's original design intent, without consulting the artist, or his or her heirs or assigns. The City will make reasonable efforts to contact the artist, or if unavailable, another design professional, to advise or assist in any restoration work. I have rea erstand and accept the terms of this Application and represent that I am the c%_SCun of the artwork which is the subject of this Application. (GVztaSff1==W owner and a ist) Date: (=gnae -�j (Print Name) IXCe ad, understand and accept the terms of this Application and represent that I am the �mof the artwork which is the subject of this Application. caner, artist, or owner and artist) Date: (Signatur (Print Name) ATTACHMENT 9 DeVaul Ranch PUBLIC ART PROPOSAL LEVERAGING HISTORY THROGHT ART BACKGOUND The DeVaul Ranch has a rich history and was occupied by the Obispeno Chumash more than 9,000 years ago. The Spanish arrived later, lead by Father Junipero Serra who founded Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa in 1772. During-life land grant period the DeVaul Ranch was part of Laguna Rancho which was originally part of the Mission property. Captain John Wilson was one of the largest landowners in the county and purchased the land in 1859. The Ranch was again subdivided in 1869 and the DeVaul Ranch was delineated. Harry and Margaret Foreman first developed the Ranch, and the site later became a dairy when purchased by R.J. Bullock, great- grandfather of the current generation of the DeVaul family. The street names in this development were taken from prominent farmers and ranches in Los Osos Valley. This art proposal continues the historical focus by leveraging the historical background of Ranch ownership and usage. Charles and Henry Green's architectural style is echoed throughout the sculpture, which also ties it to the DeVaul Development. Each of these "ownership" periods is included in an historical storyboard for the entrance's sculpture to the DeVaul Ranch Development. The focus of the sculpture is a four-sided bronze pillar made up of nine different levels, each telling a piece of the property's history. One side, facing people leaving the development gives these nine periods in chronological order with each period's name engraved beneath. The other three sides have a random selection of time periods. The proposed size is based on an 18 inch square, although this can be adjusted as needed to fit the development's requirements for overall size. SCULPTURE The bronze sculpture will stand on a terraced pedestal surfaced with large river rock and cinder brick in the style reminiscent of Greene & Greene retaining walls and foundations. The structure steps up from each side of the terrace base toward the center and then continues for a total height of approximately fifteen feet. The model submitted shows only the frame of the sculpture and not the individual icons in each square. The following elements will be enclosed in each bronze square: Level One The Irish Hills, viewed behind the DeVaul Ranch,begin the pattern because they formed at the very early stages of the earth's creation. Level Two Following the Irish Hills on the second level of bronze squares, is the development of vegetation and the appearance of the picturesque Live Oak trees. Level Three Next on the evolutionary chain would be animal life represented by the grizzly bear, Los Osos Valley's namesake. n ATTACHMENT 1 Level Four Unique Chumash Indian pictographs fill the fourth level square. Archaeological evidence shows the DeVaul Ranch was once occupied by Native Americans engaged in hunting activities. Level 5 The Mission Bell and Spanish Arch alternate with the Mission cattle brand, as the DeVaul Ranch was originally part of the Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa property. Level 6 The next owner of this parcel was Captain John Wilson, a major figure in our county's history. Representing Wilson's tenure on this land is his cattle brand from 1851, the first registered brand in San Luis Obispo County's history. Level 7 Harry and Margaret Foreman started developing the ranch in the 1870's. Their involvement is represented by a branding iron used during their ranching days, shown in the seventh bronze square. Level 8 R.J. Bullock transformed the ranch into a dairy in 1903. Their cattle brand is also represented in the eighth bronze square. Level 9 The DeVaul ranching period also involved cattle and this brand is represented as the final enlarged bronze square. This final brand is repeated on all four sides. Topping this sculpture in the Greene & Greene style is the overhanging roof with large projecting beams on all four sides. Continuing this style-are square-nose pegs that were used to hold wooden joints together and are placed where wooden joints would normally appear. The bronze squares are a uniform element tying the timeline together. The hills, oaks, bears, pictographs and brands were designed in an open line style so that all icons would be in similar fashion. Lighting A recessed spot light centered under the roof will light the center of the sculpture and silhouette each design. This light will be wired to the nearby parking lot lights, and therefore be on a timer for night use only. Lighting will minimize vandalism. Bronze All metal surfaces will be given a golden brown patina finish before installation. Foundation and Sculpture An engineer will review the design of the sculpture base and footing for adequate strength. Additional Sculpture The total price of this sculpture is $30,000. The artist proposes that a companion sculpture be placed at the neighborhood park, continuing the theme and the style of Greene&Greene, for the balance of this commission($20,000). The park sculpture would focus on family and children. The artist has other ideas that could incorporate some of the design elements into other aspects of the development. C9 9 ' , R R _ - NNS 9 �1 T — – 3 W u ` 1. Q � ❑ Cl CJ \\ a 4 o u u. ❑ rl Li 0 11 MI , 0 col ❑ � d S� L U � j� L�p - 3 \ \- O O D w Li u ❑ u ❑ ❑ ❑ ti O — O h 9 a11 � =� o UIQ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ � < om [I v 4> > o 000 a ❑ ❑ l 'ct Jen � ARAGHMENT I Contac- *h-. Hamb:111 Thai/ /Hva)rc 200 colt cam ftc? sif"I. SWOR 2co 1. Sonto 90f-50ro Co. 9J101 m $n"E Contact.- .1/r..1/r. (:�Aomir rc*bcrsr ( I I i )*-ST cr Hrr 107 1% 41 817 III i IAJ ij 1 a i M-�6611 r? :f tff.x ..Z MOMENT I Comer for Art Work Madonna and Los Osos Valley Road V N l S � Ua SAN LUIS OBISPO ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION MINUTES August 6, 2001 ROLL CALL: Present: Commrs. Rob Schultz, Michael Boudreau, Mark Rawson, Vice-Chair Jim Lopes and Chairperson Charles Stevenson Absent: Commrs. Zefka Howard, Hana Novak Staff: Associate Planners Whitney Mclivaine and Pamela Ricci PUBLIC COMMENTS: Mary Beth Schroeder spoke about a petition she circulated concerning Mitchell Park. She, and the 1000+ registered voters who signed the petition, do not want the park disturbed in any manner. She also stated that the people of the.community want the Senior Center moved to Emerson Park. Chairperson Stevenson stated that the discussion concerning Mitchell Park was continued until the August 20"' meeting of the ARC. No further comments from the public. PROJECTS: 1. 11855 Los Osos Valley Road. ARC 88-01; Review of a public art proposal for the DeVaul Ranch subdivision; Hamish Marshall, applicant. Pamela Ricci, Associate Planner, presented the staff report recommending the Commission find the proposed sculpture consistent with the City's guidelines for public art. The public hearing was opened. Artist Jim Jacobson presented a model of the proposed sculpture. He discussed the historical significance of the design noting each design represents an historical event of the DeVaul Ranch property. He explained that the tower design appealed to him as an entry statement. He added that he was attempting for the sculpture to contain "Greene & Greene" craftsman-style elements. He noted that he was looking at a brick facade for the base and a powder-coated metal support structure with bronze squares. Hamish Marshall asked for some additional flexibility regarding the height of the proposed sculpture. He wanted the option of raising the structure to not exceed 18 feet by using 20-inch squares instead of 18-inch squares. ruw rcw wtca ' August 6 2001 AI IACHMER ' ca Page 2 i Rade Radakovich asked if the brick would be Clinker brick and asked how big the stone squares would be. Mr. Marshall replied that it would not be.Clinker brick since it is hard to find, and the size of the squares would be about 18-20 inches. Ann Ream was pleased with the selection process and noted that there was a great response from the art community. The public hearing was closed. Commission Comments Commr. Lopes suggested that the sculpture be oriented to better parallel the adjacent streets. Commr. Rawson asked why the order of the squares varied form one side to the next. Jim Jacobson replied that it was intended to add interest. Commr. Stevenson suggested that the design of the base be less square and more in the Greene & Greene style. There was a general discussion by the Commission on the height, materials, orientation, and lighting of the sculpture, and the landscaping surrounding it. On motion by Commr. Boudreau, seconded by Commr. Schultz, the ARC granted final approval to the DeVaul ranch public art proposal, with the addendum of allowing the structure to be a maximum of 18 feet in height. AYES: Commrs. Schultz, Boudreau, Rawson, Lopes and Stevenson NOES: None ABSENT: Commrs. Howard and Novak 2. 755 Capitolio Way. ARC MI 42-01; Appeal of the Director's approval allowing installation of six panel antennas on an existing PG&E transmission tower, with an enclosed and screened support facility at the ground level; C-S zone; Sprint PCS, applicant/appellant. Pamela Ricci, Associate Planner, presented the staff report recommending the Commission uphold the applicant's appeal, and approve the antenna installation and equipment enclosure design, based on findings and subject to conditions of approval. She noted that the conditions of approval reflect the change in the location of the enclosure and equipment, but generally are reiterated from the director's previous approval. MARK � IIII� IIIIIIcity of sAn tuis oB,spo .990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3249 August 7, 2001 Revised SLO Estates, Inc. Hamish Marshall 1880 Santa Barbara Ave., Suite F San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 SUBJECT: ARC 88-01: 11855 Los Osos Valley Road Review of a public art proposal for the DeVaul Ranch subdivision Dear Hamish: The Architectural Review Commission, at its meeting of August 6, 2001, approved the above project, finding that the public art for the DeVaul Ranch residential planned- development meets the criteria for public art, and could vary in height between 15'-18', based on the following findings: 1. Installation of the proposed public art will not harm the general health, safety and welfare of people living or working in the vicinity of the project because the artwork will be installed in a dedicated location and will not impede pedestrian or vehicle circulation on the project site. Building permits are required to be issued to insure that the sculpture has an adequate foundation. 2. The proposed artwork is consistent with the City's Guidelines for Public Art, as detailed in the project staff report. 3. The project is categorically exempt from environmental review (CEQA Guidelines, Section 15303) because it is classified as new construction of a small structure. The decision of the Commission is final unless appealed to the City Council within 10 days of the action. If you have any questions, please contact Michael Codron at (805) 781-7274. Sincerely, Ronald Whisenand Deputy Community Development Director Development Review cc: SLO County Assessor's Office /O The City of San Luis Obispo is committed to include the disabled in all of its services, programs and activities. Telecommunications Device for the Deaf(805j 781-7410. c4 - �3 RESOLUTION NO. (2004 Series) A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO ACCEPTING THE DONATION OF A PUBLIC ART PIECE ENTITLED 46STORYBOARUI FROM FRANCISCAN DEVELOPMENTS WHEREAS, pursuant to receipt of a Public Art Application for Privately Funded Art on City-Owned Property, Exhibit A attached herein, Franciscan Developments has offered to donate a sculpture entitiled"Storyboard" to the City of San Luis Obispo; and WHEREAS, subject to Resolution No. 8965 (1999 Series), Exhibit B attached herein, all donations exceeding $5,000 shall be accepted through a written agreement consistent with these guidelines and approved by City Council; and WHEREAS, "Storyboard" is appraised at$30,000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo hereby accepts the public art sculpture, "Storyboard" subject to the terms and conditions of Exhibits A and B. Upon motion of seconded by and on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: The foregoing resolution was adopted this day of 2004. David F. Romero, Mayor ATTEST: Audrey Hooper City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: Jon tn P well, City Attorney R C� � l� PUBLIC ART APPLICATION (No Fee) PRIVATELY FUNDED ART ON CITY-OWNED PROPERTY MGM CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 781-7151 The Donor/owner must complete and sign this application form. If the Donor/owner is not the artist who created the artwork, the artist must also sign this Application below. ARTIST/DONOR: (Name, address, phone#) C0—,a3cc«n pee S C'A- 934'0 l TITLE OF WORK: DESCRIPTION OF WORK: (The form must be accompanied by drawings, models, photographs or any other graphic depiction which will help more clearly define the artwork.) MATERIALS/SIZE: PROPOSED LOCATION: (For inside or outside installation) AN APPRAISAL OR OTHER EVIDENCE OF THE VALUE OF THE PROPOSED PUBLIC ARTWORK: ­ -- PUBLIC ART APPLICATION (No Fee) PRIVATELY FUNDED ART ON CITY-OWNED PROPERTY CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 781-7151 By signing this Application below and in consideration for participating in the City's Privately Funded Art on City-Owned Property program, the artist/owner hereby acknowledges and assigns the right to collect any royalty payment provided by Civil Code section 986(a) to the City. Except as provided above, the artist/owner further acknowledges and waives, for himself and his successors in interest, to the greatest extent allowed by law, any rights the artist/owner may have under California Civil Code sections 986, 987, 988 and 989, or other applicable law. The artist/owner further acknowledges and understands that upon completion and installation of the artwork, and upon its acceptance by the City Council, the work shall become the property of the City. The City retains the right to remove or relocate the artwork in its sole discretion as the interest of the public welfare, health and safety may require. If the artwork is damaged, defaced, altered or destroyed by human acts or by acts of nature, the City retains the right to remove, restore, repair or replace the artwork at any time in keeping with the artist's original design intent, without consulting the artist, or his or her heirs or assigns. The City will make reasonable efforts to contact the artist, or if unavailable, another design professional, to advise or assist in any restoration work. I have read erstand and accept the terms of this Application and represent that I am the C*, of the artwork which is the subject of this Application. ( owner and a ist) Date: (=giTre �je (Print Name) Wave ad, understand and accept the terms of this Application and represent that I am the -�6cl-n., of the artwork which is the subject of this Application. caner, artist, or owner and artist) Date: (Signatur (Print Name) Cg�t r i RESOLUTION NO. 8965(1999 Series) A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO ADOPTING A CITY DONATION ACCEPTANCE POLICY WHEREAS, individuals, community groups, and businesses may wish to make donations to the City in either cash or in-kind contributions that enhance projects, facilities, and programs; and WHEREAS, the need for projects, facilities, and programs exceeds the City's ability to fund all such needed projects; and WHEREAS, it is an acceptable and appropriate practice to accept donations, in order to enhance City programs and/or facilities to provide a higher level of service to the public. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo hereby adopts the following policy concerning the acceptance of donations: 1. The donation must have a purpose consistent with City goals and objectives 2. The City may decline any donation without comment or cause. 3. The donation will not be in conflict with any provision of the law. 4. The donation will be aesthetically acceptable to the City. 5. The donation will not add to the City's workload unless it provides a net benefit to the City. 6. The donation will not bring hidden costs such as starting a program the City would be unwilling to fund when the donation was exhausted. 7. The donation places no restriction on the City,unless agreed to by the City Council. 8. The donation shall become property of the City. 9. All donations will receive recognition appropriate to the level and nature of the donation as determined by the City. For those of a capital nature, that may be in the form of signage, marking, or naming. Any naming of Parks and Recreation facilities shall be consistent with City policy on the naming of such facilities as set forth in Resolution 8621 (1997 Series). Regardless of the recognition strategy selected,the intent.shall be to appropriately honor the donor for their contribution to the community. The appearance of traditional commercial advertising shall be avoided. 10. Donations exceeding $5,000 shall be accepted through a written agreement consistent with these guidelines and approved by the City Council. In-kind capital donations will be subject to normal City review,permitting,inspection, and insurance requirements. Upon motion of Council Member Marx seconded by Council Member Ewan, and on the R 8965 CXh a r r Resolution No. 8965 (1999 Series) Page 2 following roll call vote: AYES: Council Members Ewan,Marx, Schwartz, Vice Mayor Romero and Mayor Settle NOES: None ABSENT: None The foregoing resolution was adopted this 7th day of September, 1999. ."44X., Mayor Allen Settle ATTEST: r Lee Price,City Cler APPROVED AS TO FORM: Jeffre ore ,C' Attorney C�- fig