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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - November 18, 2009 D-09AGENDA ITEM D _g AhCITY OF LODI ,. COUNCIL COMMUNICATION AGENDA TITLE: Accept Five Machettes of "Celebrate the Harvest" Sculpture by Artist, Rowland Cheney MEETING DATE: November 18,2009 PREPARED BY: James M. Rodems, Community Center Director RECOMMENDED ACTION: Accept five machettes of `Celebrate the Harvest" sculpture by artist, Rowland Cheney. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: On May 7, 2008, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2008-72 approving the purchase of the bronze sculpture, "Celebrate the Harvest." On page 7 of the City of Lodi's agreement with Mr. Cheney, it is stated that "In the event any three dimensional reproductions of the Work are made, the ARTIST will provide 5 copies at cost to the City in lieu of any future revenues derived from sales of the three dimensional reproductions." One machette is available for general City purposes, two have been earmarked for Parks and Recreation, and two for Hutchins Street Square for future fund raising purposes. FISCAL IMPACT: As a component of the artist's contract the City has paid $2,120 each for a total of $10,600. This amount was divided amongst Art in Public Places (2), Parks & Recreation (2), and general purpose (1). The artist estimated retail value of each piece is $4,240 indicating an opportunity to generate revenue. James M. Ro ems Community Cen er Director APPROVED: --'7 Blair K Manager