Title
Artwork Donation - Hatcher Urban Businesses
Description
This report requests the Community and Cultural Investment Subcommittee recommend City Council approval of the proposed artwork donation from the Hatcher Urban Businesses (theHUB), which will be located near the intersection of 19th Avenue and Hatcher Road (1811 W. Hatcher Road) in Phoenix. Pending approval from City Council, the Office of Arts and Culture will partner with the Water Services Department and theHUB to coordinate delivery and installation of the artwork in Fall 2023.
THIS ITEM IS FOR CONSENT ACTION.
Report
Summary
In early 2023, Council District 3 contacted the Office of Arts and Culture about a proposed donation for the Sunnyslope neighborhood. Staff met with theHUB representatives, the artist, and staff from Council District 3, Neighborhood Services Department and Water Services Department to review the quality of the artwork and determine initial feasibility to install the artwork at the desired location; the Water Services Department owns the land.
The artist, Mark Carroll, initially responded to a call to artists to create an artwork that signifies the community of Sunnyslope coming together and to create a sense of place, belonging and vibrancy. The artwork will be accessioned into the City of Phoenix Municipal Art Collection and will be maintained by the Office of Arts and Culture.
If approved by the Commission and City Council, the Fiscal Year 2023-28 Public Art Plan includes pooled funds to work directly with neighborhood and business associations to enhance parks, business corridors and other community amenities. This artwork donation is one of the collaborative projects to utilize these funds.
Financial Impact
Once installed, the Office of Arts and Culture will assume care and control of the donated artwork. Because of the durable material and finish, the cost of routine maintenance is estimated to be minimal and can be absorbed in the annual Public Art Maintenance Budget.
Concurrence/Previous Council Action
The Phoenix Arts and Culture Commission reviewed and recommended this item for approval on May 9, 2023, by a vote of 9-0.
Location
1811 W. Hatcher Road
District: 3
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Inger Erickson and the Office of Arts and Culture.