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19 82 STAFF REPORT CITY CLERK
` CITY COUNCIL File #600-35
DATE: January 20, 2015
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager "
SUBJECT: Public Art for Fallon Sports Park
Prepared by Ann Mottola, Heritage and Cultural Arts Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The City Council will consider entering into an Agreement for public art recommended for Fallon
Sports Park.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The 2014-2019 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) includes funding for the public art project at
Fallon Sports Park. The total project budget is $250,000 which is funded by the Public Art Fund.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council: 1) approve the proposed artwork by artist Heath Satow,
and 2) authorize Staff to negotiate an Agreement with the artist for the design, fabrication and
installation of the public artwork at Fallon Sports Park.
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Submi ted By l Reviewed By
Parks and Community Ser ices Director Assistant City Manager
DESCRIPTION:
On May 20, 2014, the City Council adopted the 2014-2019 Capital Improvement Program (CIP),
which included the Public Art Project at Fallon Sports Park. Six artists were approved by the City
Council at the May 4, 2014 City Council Meeting to be retained in a pool of pre-qualified artists
for upcoming public art projects. The artists included: Troy Corliss, Blessing Hancock, Heath
Satow, Christopher Weed, and Susan Zoccola. These artists were invited to develop site-
specific proposals for Fallon Sports Park.
On November 1, 2014, the Public Art Selection Committee, comprised of members designated
by the City Council, convened to review the site specific public art proposals from this pool of
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artists. Per the Public Art Master Plan, the Selection Committee was charged with
recommending an artist for this public art project. Heath Satow's proposal, "Elatus," was
selected for recommendation to the City Council and Commissions by the Public Art Selection
Committee.
Mr. Satow is a Los Angeles-based artist and has been creating public art since 1993
(Attachment 3). He recently received the Americans for the Arts' Public Art Network Award
(2012), in recognition and honor of his innovative and creative contributions in the field of public
art.
Mr. Satow's proposal (Attachment 2) for the Fallon Sports Park "expresses athletic triumph; the
celebration of joy and glory — when game and athlete become one." "Elatus" will be located at
the southwest corner of the park at Lockhart Street and Central Parkway, at an elevation of
approximately 20 feet upslope from street level as shown in Attachment 1. The sculpture will be
part of the Fallon Sports Park Lower Terrace Phase and will be sited on a walking path on the
perimeter of the park and accessible to the community from the south parking lot.
The proposed artwork is approximately 28-feet tall and consists of a six-foot concrete base and
22-foot sculpture (Attachment 4). The material for the sculpture is highly-polished, mirror finish
stainless steel. The material for the base is smooth cast concrete.
There are also four bronze plaques that will be placed on each side of the base. One of the
plaques will tell the story of the artwork. The three remaining plaques will contain quotes relating
to the themes of "the glory of sport" and "athletic triumph," and will be gathered by engaging the
Dublin community to submit quotes for consideration for this location. Mr. Satow will provide the
story and several quotes that inspired his artwork. Staff will then develop outreach materials to
distribute to Dublin Schools and the greater Dublin community to call for submissions. At the
close of the submittal phase, the quotations will be placed in an online survey where the public
can vote for those quotes they believe best represent the spirit of sport.
Heath Satow's proposal was reviewed and approved for recommendation to the City Council by
the Parks and Community Services Commission by a vote of 5-0 and by the Heritage and
Cultural Arts Commission by a vote of 6-0 at the joint meeting on November 17, 2014
(Attachment 5).
This proposed artwork is a monumental sculpture that will provide an iconic landmark for the
Dublin community and its many visitors.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
A Public Meeting Notice was mailed to parcels within 300-feet of the proposed artwork location.
A copy of the Staff Report was distributed to Public Art Selection Committee Members, the
Commissions and Mr. Satow.
ATTACHMENTS: 1. Artwork Location
2. Artist Proposal
3. Artist Resume
4. Artwork Images
5. Approved Minutes from the Joint Meeting of the Commissions
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Elatus
A sculpture proposal for the City of Dublin's Fallon Sports Park
"The glory of sport is born at the moment when the game and the person become one, when all the
complexity of one's life finds a moment to emerge in the game."
Timothy Shriver; Ph.D.
Inspiration•
In team or one-on-one sports, the root of the athletic experience is to reach deep and realize one's best
abilities. It is this concept which inspired my contemporary stainless steel sculpture Elatus. With its
highly polished mirror-finished surfaces, Elatus expresses athletic triumph; the celebration of joy and
glory—when game and athlete become one.
Site location:
Site visits are critical to me. While drawings can be used to select what seems to be a logical placement,
that can all change dramatically with a site visit.
When I visited the site, it was clear to me where the piece belonged: high on the hill at the corner of the
park. Locating a significant work here creates an epic statement; with sweeping vistas, it is surrounded
by sky from every view. I knew at once the piece must be regal with a commanding presence to create a
timeless, iconic landmark for the City of Dublin's Fallon Sports Park.
With Dublin being named after a port city in Ireland, I was drawn to the peak of this hill, viewing it like
the bow of a ship. This was the spot.
ATTACHMENT 2
Title:
The Latin title is intended to evoke connotations of ancient Greek mythology and their Olympic Games,
the foundation of modern sport.
Elatus
elatus
verb
Perfect passive participle of effero ("bring or carry out, forth or away; produce; lift up").
raised, elevated, exalted, extolled, transported, lifted
Sculpture description:
The shape of Elatus evokes the human form at its greatest potential: the familiar silhouette of an athlete
in full body extension. You see this in all sports; from the soccer goal keeper diving to intercept, the
tennis player serving, a baseball player making the impossible catch and a basketball slam dunk. The
"bow of a ship" image inspired thoughts of figureheads on ships. This tied in perfectly with the arched
sports figures.
There is familiarity in the imperfect symmetry of Elatus. The sculpture does not present an immediately
obvious meaning, but is easily within grasp. The enigma is revealed upon altering your viewing
perspective: this is an athletic form. Strong. Regal. Proud.
The sculpture's shape is a contemporary form rooted in the historical: subtle references ranging from the
powerful form of the ancient Winged Victory sculpture to more subtle nods to Brancusi's Bird in Space
and Endless Column can be seen. The form of Elatus is at once classical and contemporary, reflecting
the beautiful surrounding Dublin environment: the mountains in the distance, the grand open sky around
it, and the people that walk up to it. Reinforcing the concept of art providing a new perspective, the
subtle concave surfaces of Elatus reflect earth inverted to sky.
Pedestal:
The base is modeled after classic sculpture pedestals (similar to the Statue of Liberty) giving the work a
tie to the past and an added perception of importance. On the base are bronze plaques, featuring quotes
sourced from interfacing with the Dublin community.
Iconic landmark photo opportunity
The sculpture presents an iconic photo opportunity for teams, a work that will become well recognized
as a symbol of this location and Dublin itself.
Technical Details:
Dimensions: sculpture with pedestal, 28' tall, 12' wide, 12' deep
Finished weight: 2500 lbs. (not including pedestal)
Materials: 316 (marine grade) stainless steel, concrete and bronze
Finishes: mirror-polished, smooth cast
All surfaces are the same radius of ten feet, which, after a short distance from the sculpture, literally
flips the visual world upside down due to the optical effects created by a concave surface.
Maintenance:
Similar to that of a basic car washing: occasional rinsing with water, mild soapy water applied with soft
rags to remove any environmental deposits, then rinsed clean and dried with synthetic chamois cloth.
Since piece is primarily vertical and very smooth, collection of environmental dirt will be minimal.
There are no paints or sealers that would degrade over time, and graffiti is easily removed with paint
solvent without any worries of damaging a patina.
Fabrication:
The stainless steel sculpture would be built in the artist's Los Angeles studio. Any outsourced work
(laser cutting of parts, etc)will be done locally in the Los Angeles area by shops the artist has worked
with for over a decade. None of the work is jobbed out to overseas fabricators. We know we can produce
the work we design because we have been building the work ourselves for over two decades. I take great
pride in the fact that we have completed every single one of our projects on budget and on time, without
exception. My design approach is a collaborative one. As an artist, I remain flexible and open to
architectural and committee input while honing the artistic vision of the sculptures.
Installation:
The sculpture would be fabricated in one piece weighing roughly 2500lbs. The pedestal would be
poured in place on site. A stainless steel base plate would attach with bolts or be cast into the concrete
pedestal on-site. Lighting in the pedestal would be wired to existing stubbed electrical on site.
Viewer interaction:
The sculpture provides a perfect photo opportunity, immediately establishing a sense of place. The piece
is at ground level on the walking path scaled such that an entire sports team could stand and sit on the
steps of the pedestal for a group photo. The changing appearance due to the reflectivity of the surfaces
encourages people to move around the sculpture, as the experience of the art changes dramatically with
the viewing angle, time of day, and time of year.
Project Experience:
I enjoy the challenge of creating art that appeals to a diverse audience; from children to art critics.
Designing public art for over twenty three years, I am keenly aware that my art not only needs to enrich
and engage the community; it must also meet public safety requirements and have a minimal
maintenance commitment. My sculptures located in zoos, airports and other locations are examples of
successful public art that fulfills these requirements.
Thank you for your consideration.
Heath Satow
www.publicsculpture.com
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RESUME
Personal
Heath Satow was recently recognized for his "innovative and creative contribution in the field of public
art", with the sculpture Ripple, winning the 2012 Americans for the Arts' Public Art Network Award. As
Satow has chosen to work primarily in the public art sector, his work with zoos, airports, museums and
other highly trafficked spaces are excellent examples of public art that provides a unified site experience
and establishes a sense of place.
His formal training as a designer enables him to create sculpture that works harmoniously with its
surroundings, while his artistic instinct provides inspiration and creativity to produce fresh and
distinctive work. His art has been commissioned in locations across the United States, Hong Kong,
Korea, and Dubai. These works have become icons and points of reference for the communities in which
they are located.
Satow's artistic focus most recently has been exploring reflection as both a literal and metaphorical
subject matter—with the environment and viewer activating the sculpture via subtle and serene
reflective motion. Utilizing the natural qualities of metals and other materials to create contemporary yet
inviting interpretive sculpture, he designs each work specifically for its location and to meet the goals of
the project. His forte in the public art arena is the ability to effectively communicate and engage the
viewer using his artistic and interpretive abilities.
Passionately committed to environmentally sustainable design, all of Satow's materials are durable and
virtually maintenance-free. His sculptures are created through direct fabrication, with all metals being
100% recyclable, and all scraps fully recycled.
Education
1987-1991 School of Design, North Carolina State University— Graduated with honors with a
concentration in sculpture. Received 1991 Faculty Award for Excellence in Design.
1988-1993 Apprenticed under sculptor Thomas Sayre at Clearscapes in Raleigh, North Carolina
Heath Satow resume—page 1 of 4
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Experience
Satow's initial practical world experience ran concurrently with his college education by working at
Clearscapes Sculpture Studio during his studies. Upon graduation he was promoted to Studio Director,
overseeing design, budgeting, fabrication, and installation of all projects, including several large-scale
public art pieces. After two more years of successfully running the studio, he left to begin his full time
career creating public sculpture in 1993. Since then, his studio practice has been primarily focused on
creating artwork for the public.
Works In Progress
Palm Springs and Cathedral City, CA —Bridge Projects Est. completion: 2016
Nearly 1.5 miles of sculpture, with challenges that included creating work of a scale and detail that
could be appreciated at both a pedestrian level and at 55mph. Designs were unanimously and
enthusiastically approved by the arts councils of both cities involved in the projects. Art budget: approx.
$2,200,000
Anchorage,AK—Inflorescence Est completion: 2015
Inspired by sunflower patterns, Inflorescence is a mirror-polished stainless steel sculpture for the
University of Alaska, Anchorage's ConocoPhillips Integrated Science Building. The facets of each
"seed", "atom" or"cell" create little individual paintings of the world, each one interpreting the same
world around it, but each one unique in what it shows us. The sculpture encourages physical interaction
with the piece. The viewer can walk directly inside the piece, seeing their own reflection multiplied
hundreds of times. The interior becomes self-reflective, interpretations of interpretations. An interactive
lighting program utilizing activity sensors is integral to the work. Budget: $500,000
Tacoma, WA — YES Est completion: 2015
Mirror-polished, twenty-foot tall stainless steel contemporary sculpture that will serve as an iconic
marker for Bates Technical College's newest campus building. Art budget: approx. $75,000
Recent Public Projects
El Paso, TX—El Paso Zoo 2012
A captured moment of excitement, this twenty-foot tall sculpture is of a Harris Hawk in pursuit of its
prey, the moment before it strikes. Budget: $170,000
City of Rosemead, CA —9111 Memorial 2011
Stainless steel sculpture made up of almost 3,000 elements, incorporating an I-beam from the World
Trade Center. Budget: $60,000
Icheon, South Korea—Hot Springs Park centerpiece sculpture 2011
Two-ton stainless steel sculpture created on-site for the Icheon International Sculpture Symposium, and
chosen upon completion to be the centerpiece sculpture for the park. Project valued at $60,000
Heath Satow resume—page 2 of 4
Other Selected Commissions
Los Angeles, CA — Wish 2014
25-foot tall Corten (weathering) steel and stainless steel representations of dandelion seeds. Children
have been picking dandelion flowers that have gone to seed, blowing and "making a wish" for centuries.
It is that very concept of focusing thought, gathering energy and releasing it into the world which
provides the inspiration for this sculpture. Budget: $170,000
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA —Muse 2013
An iconic marker for the Palos Verdes Art Center, Muse is an eighteen foot tall figure made from
mirror-polished stainless steel. Budget: $60,000
Los Angeles, CA —Ripple 2011
Twenty-foot long aluminum and granite wall sculpture emulating droplets of rain rippling the surface of
a pond, in the style of a Japanese Zen garden. Winner of the 2012 Americans for the Arts'Public Art
Network Award Budget: $68,000
Minneapolis, MN, Minnesota Zoo 2008
Twelve life-size stainless steel animal sculptures. Budget: $216,000
Palm Desert, CA - Tumbling Weed 2008
Five playful stainless steel sculptures at the edge of a development. Budget: $100,000
Cirque du Soled, Las Vegas, NV—Magic Trees 2008
Three life-size rusted steel tree sculptures for a new Cirque du Soleil show in Las Vegas, NV. Budget:
$32,000
Dubai, UAE-Projects for Dubai Industrial City 2007
Five story tall stainless steel hanging mobile and floor-level sculpture representing the mission of this
new"city" in Dubai. Total budget: $110,000
Palm Desert, CA - Ce Nest Pas tine Lizard 2006
Thirty-foot long by twelve foot tall steel and stainless steel entry sculpture for Palm Desert. Budget:
$89,000
Dubai, UAE, Dubai Aluminum—Rising 2005
Nine-foot tall, 1500-pound aluminum sculpture for Dubai Aluminum Company Ltd. created for the 25'
anniversary of the company and presented to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan. Budget: $110,000
Denver Zoo, Denver CO—Animals 2004 - 2005
Twenty-two life-size stainless steel animal sculptures for the entry plaza. Budget: $225,500
Heath Satow resume—page 3 of 4
References:
1)Patricia Dalbin
City of El Paso Public Art Program Coordinator
Museums and Cultural Affairs Department
2 Civic Center Plaza
El Paso, Texas 79901
(915) 541-4894
dalbinp @elpasotexas.gov
Project: 20-foot tall corten and stainless steel sculpture for El Paso Zoo with a budget of$170,000.
2)Richard L. Twedt
former Public Arts Manager for City of Palm Desert
74105 Setting Sun Trail
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 464-2455
dickjanetwedt@yahoo.com
Project: Two sculptures for a development in Palm Desert in steel and stainless steel, totaling $190,000.
3) Jennifer Henning
Public Arts & Special Projects Coordinator
Community & Economic Development
City of Palm Springs
P.O. Box 2743
Palm Springs, CA 92263
(760) 778-8408
Jennifer.Henning@palmsprings-ca.gov
Project: Designs for $2 million sculpture for $50 million bridge project connecting Palm Springs and
Cathedral City.
Heath Satow resume—page 4 of 4
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CITY OF DUBLIN
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING
PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
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HERITAGE AND CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Minutes
November 17, 2014
The November 17, 2014 Special Joint Meeting of the Parks and Community Services Commission and
Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission was called to order at 6:03 PM at the Dublin Civic Center,
Dublin, California, by Parks and Community Services Commission Chair Totaro.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission Chair Deets led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Commissioners (Cm.) Present: Parks and Community Services Commissioners: Ballesteros, Elias,
Mack, Totaro, Tran
Heritage and Cultural Arts Commissioners: Carr, Deets, Iharosi,
Minniear,Tutino, Vanderpool (arrived at 6:48 PM)
Commissioners Absent: Parks and Community Services Commissioner: Boboc
Heritage and Cultural Arts Commissioner: King
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
3.1 PUBLIC COMMENTS None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None
PUBLIC HEARING None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS None
NEW BUSINESS
8.1 Dublin Pioneer Cemetery Renovation and Expansion
Ms. Meghan Tiernan, Parks and facilities Development Coordinator, presented the specifics of the item
as outlined in the Staff Report.
Ms. Cordy Hill, Royston Hanamoto Alley & Abey (RHAA) consultant, presented the details of the Dublin
Pioneer Cemetery Renovation Conceptual Design and Dublin Cemetery Expansion Conceptual Design.
Chair Deets commented that the Preferred Expansion Concept shows great compromise and he would
like to pursue this concept.
P&CSC and H&CAC Joint Meeting Minutes—November 17, 2014—Page 2 of 6
Cm. Minniear asked about the existing flag pole at St. Raymond Church that is not shown in the
elevation diagram. Cm. Minniear stated he would like the flag pole to remain at the Heritage Park &
Museums as it has a memorial for the Dublin Service Command; it is one of the few markers that refer to
veterans' service in Dublin. Mr. McCreary, Parks and Community Services Director, stated Staff has not
determined what to do with the flag pole at this time and would need to conduct more research on the
flag pole; Staff is open to discussion on the placement of the pole.
Ms. Hill stated RHAA and Staff recently began considering incorporating a Veterans' Memorial into the
plan. Cm. Minniear stated a Veterans' Memorial would be a valuable addition.
Cm. Minniear thanked Staff for removing the low burial wall that was going to be placed between the
Sunday School Barn and the edge of the Cemetery. Cm. Minniear stated he likes the plan. Cm. Minniear
further commented that the sound wall combined with the columbarium wall in the expansion area
would shelter the people in the park and at the cemetery from the passing cars; removing the bushes
from the wall by the Church is a clever idea; and adding a walkway to the immediate left of the church is
a good idea as it would allow direct access from the church to the outdoor event space.
Cm. Minniear asked if plans have been made for the rose garden. Ms. Tiernan stated the plants would
most likely be transplanted and replanted in the same area. Cm. Minniear asked if the existing wood
structure by the Church would be removed. Ms. Tiernan stated the wooden pergola would be removed
and replaced with a structure that provides more shade. Cm. Minniear commented on the existing trees
leaning on the church. Mr. McCreary stated the trees could be trimmed.
Mr. McCreary stated, in regards to the Veterans' Memorial, the City has $350,000 in Public Art Funds
specifically for the Heritage Park and Museums from the developer of Schaefer Ranch. The fund would
not all go into one item. Staff would look at the site to see if there are any potential public art
opportunities that would be identified in the Master Plan as it is updated.
Vice Chair Iharosi asked if there is a possibility of owning the property that currently belongs to the
Dublin Creek Kennels in the future. Mr. McCreary stated in the Master Plan there is a structure on the
Dublin Creek Kennels property called "The Cottage" which has historical significance. If Dublin Creek
Kennels were to ever sell the property, the option to purchase the property could be discussed.
Cm. Elias stated he liked the concepts; they have a nice flow and fit well with the environment. Cm. Elias
asked about Dublin Creek and what the possible overflow or flooding would do to the surrounding area.
Ms. Hill stated in the event of a hundred-year flood, according to the analysis received, the water would
not flood the park or cemetery.
Vice Chair Mack stated she liked the proposed expansion project. Vice Chair Mack asked about the
priority procedures for the additional burial sites. Mr. McCreary stated Staff has an existing waitlist; Staff
would go to City Council for direction on establishing a policy and fees for the new burial plots.
Chair Totaro stated the Concepts are attractive. Chair Totaro asked who is currently responsible for
maintaining the Pioneer Cemetery and plots. Mr. McCreary stated the City is responsible for the
cemetery grounds; the family members of the plot owners are responsible for the plots themselves.
Plots that have not been maintained because there are no living relatives in the area are cleared
annually by volunteers. Chair Totaro asked about the funds going into Pioneer Cemetery. Mr. McCreary
P&CSC and H&CAC Joint Meeting Minutes—November 17, 2014—Page 3 of 6
stated Pioneer Cemetery is an overall park amenity. Funding would go towards upgrading the cemetery,
such as access to water, additional trash cans and benches. The majority of the costs in the Renovation
Plan would be for paving and landscaping. Chair Totaro commented on having funds available for the
expansion area as well.
Ms. Hill stated the cemetery is closed for plot sales because all the plots are currently sold. Mr.
McCreary stated there is no room in the existing cemetery for additional plots. Chair Totaro asked about
a sound barrier to the dog kennels as he is concerned about the noise. Mr. McCreary stated there may
be some landscaping done to create a visual barrier but no sound barrier is planned at this time.
Cm. Minniear agreed with Chair Totaro on the noise concern. Cm. Minniear added that many people
come to the Heritage Park and Museums to enjoy the solitude.
A member of the public asked if a City sound wall could be connected and incorporated with the
planned sound wall to be built at the adjacent Heritage Complex location. Mr. McCreary stated Staff
would have to look into the matter for more information on the construction plans.
Mr. Rich Guarienti, Dublin Resident, commented that he likes the Renovation and Expansion plans; if
Staff would consider replacing some of the existing non-native trees, such as the eucalyptus, with native
trees.
Cm. Tutino commended Staff on working with the public and stakeholders to incorporate all the
different views in the plans and communicating well with each other.
A member of the public asked how many burial plots will be added in the cemetery expansion. Ms. Hill
stated there will be a total of 3,109 plots, including 44 traditional plots.
Cm. Minniear agreed with the public comment regarding the sound wall as the sound wall would be one
of the first views people see when they come to Dublin. Ms. Hill recommended planting creeping fig
along the sound wall to prevent the wall from graffiti as well as the wall becoming a "green" wall.
On a motion by Vice Chair Mack, seconded by Cm. Ballesteros, and by a vote of 5-0-0 with Cm. Boboc
absent, the Parks and Community Services Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval to
the City Council of the Conceptual Design of the Dublin Pioneer Cemetery Renovation and Expansion.
On a motion by Cm. Carr, seconded by Vice Chair lharosi and by a vote of 5-0-0, with Cm. King and
Vanderpool absent, the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission unanimously voted to recommend
approval to the City Council of the Conceptual Design of the Dublin Pioneer Cemetery Renovation and
Expansion.
8.2 Public Art Recommendation for Fallon Sports Park
Ms. Ann Mottola, Heritage and Cultural Arts Manager, presented the specifics of the item as outlined in
the Staff Report.
Mr. Heath Satow, artist, presented his artwork proposal for the public art at the Fallon Sports Park.
Cm. Vanderpool arrived at 6:48 PM.
P&CSC and H&CAC Joint Meeting Minutes—November 17, 2014—Page 4 of 6
Cm. Tran stated she likes the art piece. Cm. Tran asked about the ease of access in regards to children
climbing on the sculpture. Mr. Satow stated the sculpture has a long, steep and slick surface; it would be
very difficult to climb on.
Cm. Ballesteros stated the sculpture is a beautiful piece of artwork; she likes the material and it is a
statement piece. Cm. Ballesteros asked about the positioning of the sculpture. Mr. Satow stated the
sculpture would be facing the southwest corner of the park. Cm. Ballesteros asked about the bronze
plaques on the base of the sculpture. Mr. Satow stated there would be four plaques, one on each side of
the sculpture's base; he would like to incorporate the community's input on what the plaques would
read. Cm. Ballesteros asked if there would be a pathway leading to the art piece. Ms. Mottola stated
there would be a pathway around the perimeter of the park which could incorporate the sculpture.
Mr. Satow stated the sculpture would be great for sports team photos and could become an icon for the
park.
Cm. Elias stated it took a while for him to warm up to the art piece; it has an Olympic aspect. Cm. Elias
commented on his concern with the sun reflecting off the sculpture onto children playing sports at the
park. Mr. Satow stated he has looked into the matter and his previous art pieces of similar material have
not had any sun reflection issues. Cm. Elias asked about the base of the sculpture. Mr. Satow stated that
typically a traditional pedestal has a figure on top; the base of the sculpture was designed to capture a
similar idea. The finish of the concrete base has yet to be determined but it would be intentionally
contrasting to the sculpture. Cm. Elias commented that he liked the idea of community input for the
plaques.
Vice Chair Mack stated she likes the artwork. Vice Chair Mack asked about the lighting color options for
the sculpture. Ms. Mottola stated it would be possible to achieve different colors by putting a lens over
the lights.
Cm. Carr asked about the proposed lighting. Mr. Satow stated said there would be basic white lighting.
Chair Totaro commented that he really likes the sculpture and thinks it is a great fit for the park; he likes
the community input idea for the plaques and suggested incorporating something that recognizes the
athletic accomplishments in Dublin. Chair Totaro asked about the elevation of the sculpture's location.
Mr. McCreary, Parks and Community Services Director, stated there is a 25-foot slope at this location
from the corner of Lockhart and Central Parkway. Chair Totaro asked about the landscaping around the
sculpture as he feels it deserves an appealing surrounding. Mr. Satow stated he was working with Staff
on the landscaping. Chair Totaro asked about the estimated completion date of the project. Mr.
McCreary stated the sculpture would be included in the construction of Fallon Sports Park Phase II; it
would be scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2016.
Cm. Tutino stated she really likes the sculpture and that a person does not have to be inside the park to
see and appreciate the artwork; she likes the idea of the community providing input for the plaques and
suggested having Dublin students come up with a quote for the plaques.
Cm. Minniear stated he likes the sculpture. Cm. Minniear commented on his concern with the
landscaping blocking the view to the sculpture. Mr. Satow stated the sports fields are on different levels
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which would allow all areas of the park access to view the sculpture. Cm. Minniear asked about parking
near the sculpture. Mr. McCreary stated additional parking spaces will be included in the lower terrace
of the Fallon Sports Park Phase II and someone would have to walk the width of two soccer fields to get
to the artwork from the parking lot.
Cm. Carr stated the sculpture is stunning and welcoming.
Cm. Vanderpool stated the artwork is beautiful. Cm. Vanderpool asked about the interior structure of
the sculpture. Mr. Satow stated the interior is a strong structure similar to a radio tower and the outer
structure is relatively lightweight.
Vice Chair Iharosi stated she likes the sculpture and asked if it would have sharp edges. Mr. Satow stated
the corners of the sculpture are rounded in order to catch the sun light better.
Chair Deets stated he was on the Selection Committee and he was pleasantly surprised that almost
everyone on the Committee chose Mr. Satow's artwork.
Cm. Minniear suggested adding plaques on the ground to celebrate Dublin's sports awards.
Cm. Elias asked about the maintenance of the artwork. Mr. Satow stated the sculpture requires low
maintenance. Mr. McCreary stated a portion of the public art funds is set aside for maintenance needs.
Chair Totaro asked if the sculpture's outer structure is susceptible to damage. Mr. Satow stated the
outer structure is very durable and would not be damaged easily.
Mr. Rich Guarienti, Dublin Resident, stated he thought the sculpture was exquisite.
On a motion by Cm. Elias seconded by Cm. Tran and by a vote of 5-0-0 with Cm. eoboc absent, the
Parks and Community Services Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval to the City
Council of Heath Satow for the design fabrication and installation of the public artwork at Fallon
Sports Park.
On a motion by Cm. Tutino, seconded by Cm. Carr and by a vote of 6-0-0 with Cm. King absent, the
Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission unanimously voted to recommend approval to the City Council
of Heath Satow for the design fabrication and installation of the public artwork at Fallon Sports Park
OTHER BUSINESS
9.1 BRIEF INFORMATION ONLY REPORTS FROM PARKS & COMMUNITY SERVICES
COMMISSIONERS AND/OR STAFF
Cm. Ballesteros stated she attended the Dublin Post Office Dedication.
Vice Chair Mack stated she attended the Dublin Post Office Dedication, the Holiday Craft Boutique and
the Hometown Heroes event.
Chair Totaro stated he attended the Hometown Heroes event and thought the Wells Middle School Jazz
Band at the event was exquisite.
Mr. McCreary provided program and project updates.
ADJOURNMENT
Being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 7:33 PM.
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Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Kransky
Senior Office Assistant APPROVED:
Chairperson