HomeMy WebLinkAboutcc - Smith (Roosevelt Statue) 1142019Christian, Kevin
To: mavourneen@charter.net
Cc: Betz, Ryan
Subject: RE: Feedback for City of San Luis Obispo, CA
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Kevin Christian, CIMC
Deputy City Clerk
City Administration
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Subject: Feedback for City of San Luis Obispo, CA
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As a Council Member who was instrumental in initiating the SLO Public Art Program (back in the'90s when we had a
study session re:the program in Scottsdale), I support the suggestion that the potential Theodore Roosevelt statue on
SLO public land be "processed" as would any other public art proposal. I know citizens have spent many hours
considering locations, open artistic proposals, etc. before placing any Public Art in our community. The process itself is a
labor of love and inclusiveness. If the City/Parks & Rec find the Roosevelt "appearance" in our city worthy of a statue, it
seems appropriate to allow all local artists to vie for the design. While I know John has the best intentions, from the
public involvement perspective, the concept lacks endorsement by local historians and any public body. Teddy Roosevelt
may not, in fact, be the best choice. Seems appropriate to rethink the concept if the statue is to be considered for public
land. Perhaps a developer would like such a historical marker on their commercial property and, thereby, could pick up
the cost. Please share my comments with the Parks & Recreation Commission before their next meeting. I am unable to
be present at that time. Sincerely - Kathy Smith PS - I remember so well, the hoops we jumped through as Jim Jacobsen
was selected to do the mobile that I believe was the first Public Art installation at the Parks and Rec office. It's important
to maximize input ...