STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Quality of Life, Arts and Culture
AGENDA DATE: December 11, 2024
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):|910|DEPARTMENT: Office of Arts and Culture
EXECUTIVE: M. Elizabeth Cedillo-Pereira
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SUBJECT
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Authorize a contract with Su Jin Lim DBA Cloud Study LLC, a sole proprietor, for the fabrication and installation services for a site-specific artwork at Crockett Dog Park located at 501 North Carroll Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75246 - Not to exceed $200,000.00 - Financing: Park and Recreation Facilities (B) Fund (2017 General Obligation Bond Fund)
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BACKGROUND
The Public Art Program of the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture requested the submission of qualifications from artists or artist teams to design, fabricate and install a work of public art at Crockett Dog Park. Public Art staff hosted community meetings to request information from the community about the final scope of project including content and style. The draft scope of project was presented to the community and the scope was part of the published Request for Qualifications.
Sujin Lim was selected from a shortlist of three artists for the Crockett Dog Park public art project in council district (CD) 2 by the selection panel after reviewing all artists' design proposals. All Public Art project scope items have been carefully considered and adhered to as well as City of Dallas Public Art policies. There were also several sessions of community engagement with input from local residents conducted by staff and the artist during a site visit.
SCOPE OF PROJECT
The scope of the project is a site-specific installation of an artist designed and fabricated canine themed sculpture. This highly visible and compelling artwork seeks engagement and to elicit curiosity from viewers of all ages through design and high visibility. The artwork requires little or no maintenance and is safe and appropriate for public outdoor work. It will ...
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