Memorandum 16-181 'Husky Star' Art Donation

Memorandum 16-181

TO:                       MAYOR ZAK AND HOMER CITY COUNCIL

FROM:                  PARKS, ART, RECREATION AND CULTURE ADVISORY COMMISSION

THRU:                  RENEE KRAUSE, CMC, DEPUTY CITY CLERK

DATE:                   OCTOBER 31, 2016

SUBJECT:           RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE DONATION OF ART           

The following application was submitted by Linda Rourke for a work created by former Homer Middle School students that was modeled after the 1% for Art Program. This tile work hung for many years at the Homer Middle School but now requires a new home. The City currently has an appropriate place to display the large piece where many residents and visitors will be able to view it. This space is currently occupied by a piece of artwork on loan from the Bunnell Art Gallery and is located in the upstairs lobby in front of the elevator.

The work falls within the guidelines established and would be an appropriate and fitting addition to the City of Homer Municipal Art Collection.

The Parks, Art, Recreation & Culture Advisory Commission reviewed and approved the donation at their October 20, 2016 regular meeting.

Recommendation

Approve the recommendation to include the work of art entitled Husky Star by former Homer Middle School Students into the City of Homer Municipal Art Collection.