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STAFF REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
October 20, 2015
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Christopher L. Foss, City Manager "
SUBJECT: Wallis Ranch Public Art
Prepared by Tegan McLane, Cultural Arts & Heritage Manager
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
CITY CLERK
File #600 -60
The City Council will consider public art to be installed in the Wallis Ranch subdivision. Trumark
Homes ( "Trumark ") is under construction with Wallis Ranch, a 184 -acre residential development
near the northeasterly City limit, west of Tassajara Road, near the intersection with Fallon Road.
In order to meet the requirements of the City's Public Art Ordinance, the developer has opted to
install public art versus paying the in -lieu fee. Per the Public Art Master Plan, all private
developers are required to meet with the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission for review of
the artwork. Upon recommendation by the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission, the
developer must seek final approval of the artwork by the City Council.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the proposed public artwork for Trumark's
Wallis Ranch development.
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Submitted By l Reviewed By
Parks and Community Services Director Assistant City Manager
DESCRIPTION:
Trumark Homes ( "Trumark ") is currently under construction with Wallis Ranch, a 184 -acre
residential development near the northeasterly City limits, west of Tassajara Road, near the
intersection with Fallon Road. On September 1, 2015, the City Council approved the first
subdivision map for Wallis Ranch, to include two parcels designated for public park land to be
improved by the Trumark.
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Trumark opted to install public art versus paying the in -lieu fee. Attachments 1 through 4 show
the proposed artworks and provide an overview of the Artist's qualifications and statement for
the project. Per the Public Art Master Plan, all developers providing public art are required to
meet with the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission for review of the artwork. Upon
recommendation by the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission, the developer must seek final
approval of the artwork by the City Council.
Artist Selection Process
The Public Art Master Plan encourages private developers to follow an artist selection process
consistent with the City's policies for selection of artists and artworks. Trumark demonstrated a
process mirroring the City's own established process of selecting public artists from a shortlist of
public artists that have been pre- screened by the City. Trumark contacted the City's Heritage
and Cultural Arts Manager for a list of recommended artists.
Based on the interviews and reviews of the short- listed artists' past work, Trumark selected
sculptor Eric Powell for the project. Mr. Powell was contracted by Trumark to begin conceptual
design work.
Trumark has proposed a public art package designed by Mr. Powell and consisting of original
art gates at the community entrance, original art benches along the public trail, art screens to be
incorporated into the Antone Pavilion structure and a free - standing public art sculpture, titled
The Globe.
The preliminary designs were reviewed by the Parks and Community Services Director,
Heritage and Cultural Arts Manager, and planners in the City's Community Development
Department. Staff recommended some safety - related modifications to the panels at the Antone
Pavilion and relocation of The Globe sculpture closer to Tassajara Road to provide greater
visibility of the piece. Trumark has incorporated the City's recommended safety changes and
has worked with Staff to relocate the Globe closer to Tassajara Road, adjacent to its developer -
funded public park planned for Tassajara Drive, just south of Fallon Road. It should be noted
that when the design of the park begins, the developer and City's Landscape Architect may
propose different locations for The Globe if the design process presents other art opportunities
in the park. Any change in location would be reviewed by the Heritage and Cultural Arts and
Parks and Community Services Commissions prior to consideration by the City Council.
The artist has provided a brief statement of his inspiration for each piece, since he is unable
attend this rescheduled item, due to a prior commitment.
Community Outreach
In addition to including Staff in the review and critique of the artwork, as specified in the Public
Art Master Plan, Trumark also performed outreach to the Dublin community.
Trumark hosted an open house on August 31, 2015, for the public to meet Mr. Powell, inspect
preliminary designs and offer comments and concerns. Trumark issued invitations to the same
notification list it has previously used for other public meetings related to the development, to
prospective homeowners on its interest list, to both Heritage and Cultural Arts and Parks and
Community Services commissioners and to participants in the Inside Dublin leadership program.
Approximately two dozen people attended the public meeting. Feedback at the meeting was
mostly positive. A resident of the neighboring Silvera Ranch community expressed concerns
that the Globe sculpture is positioned too close to Tassajara and that it does not represent the
Silvera Ranch community. Another Silvera Ranch resident expressed concerns about lighting
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the piece and the possibility that its size might distract drivers or attract non - residents to the
area.
Review by Commission
Following the public open house, Trumark presented the proposed artwork to a Special Joint
Meeting of the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission and Parks and Community Services
Commission on September 10, 2015. While public art is under the purview of the Heritage and
Cultural Arts Commission, the Parks and Community Services Commission was included in the
review process, as The Globe was proposed to be at the northern edge of the park. Both
commissions unanimously recommended the City Council approve the proposed artwork.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS /PUBLIC OUTREACH:
A public meeting notice was mailed to residences within 300 feet of the proposed project. A
copy was also sent to the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission and Parks and Community
Services Commission.
ATTACHMENTS: 1. Wallis Ranch Artist Resume
2. Wallis Ranch Artwork Renderings
3. Wallis Ranch Public Art Map
4. Wallis Ranch Artist's Statement
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Eric Powell
812B Camelia Street, Berkeley CA, 94710
eric@ericpowell.com www.ericpowell.com Born San Jose, CA 1960
EDUCATION
1978 -1979 University of Southern California, Idylwild, CA
Studied painting with Francois Gilot, metalsmithing with Fred Kabote.
1980 -1982 California College of Arts, Oakland, CA
Studied painting, drawing and sculpture with instructors including Robert
Colescott, Denis Leon, Viola Frey, and Michael McClure.
1979 -1980 Grossmont College, San Diego, CA
Studied drawing, art history, and film making.
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
Napa Artwalk
Annual juried exhibition with a sculpture, Skiff, on display for 12 months, Napa,
CA. 2010
Shibumi Gallery
solo exhibition, Berkeley, CA. 2007
The Gardener
solo exhibition, Berkeley, CA. 2005
Robert Berman Gallery
Interplay, solo exhibition, Santa Monica, CA. 2003
Oakland Cultural Art Center
Big, Little, The Metal Art Guild annual group exhibition. Oakland, CA. 2002
Museum of Craft and Folk Art
Full Circle, The Metal Arts Guild annual group exhibition, San Francisco, CA.
2001
Bolinas Museum
A Matter of Form, Eighth Annual Northern California juried exhibition. Bolinas,
CA. 1997
Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum
The International Library, group exhibition, permanent collection. Minneapolis,
MN. 1996
Selected Public and Private Projects, 2003 -2014
2014
San Francisco Redevelopment Agency
Flotilla, Hunter's Point Shipyard, San Francisco, CA
San Jose Arts Commission and Summerhill Homes
Mirassou, narrative panels depicting the history of winemaking, San Jose, CA
Dublin Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission
Wellspring, a sculpture for West Dublin Bart Apartments, Dublin, CA
City of Napa
Restoration, sculptural benches for downtown Napa, CA.
2013
Pima Arts Council
Calabashes, sculptures for two transit stops, Tucson, AZ
City of Sunnyvale and BRE Development
Tools & Technology, a sculptural archway in downtown Sunnyvale, CA
City of Fremont
Angle Grind, sculpture and railings for Fremont Skate Park, Fremont, CA
2012
Reno - Sparks Indian Colony
Native Land, two 90 -foot long sculptures, Reno, NV
Berkeley Arts Commission
Bookcases, a sculptural railing for Claremont Library, Berkeley, CA
2011
Los Angeles County Arts Commission
Cul de Sacs, entry gates for firehouse #156, Santa Clarita, CA
BART Arts Commission
Migration, a four -part sculpture for the Daly City Bart Station, Daly City, CA
Brentwood Arts Commission
Brentwood, A three -part artwork for the Brentwood Civic Center, Brentwood, CA
San Francisco Arts Commission
Cayuga Portals, entry gates to Cayuga Park, San Francisco, CA
Affordable Housing Associates
Confluence, entry gates for Harmon Gardens, Berkeley, CA
KOH11
Stockton Arts Commission
Tools of the Trade, Pixley Slough Bridge Project Sculptural Wind Screens,
Stockton, CA
Brentwood Arts Commission
Five Sculptures for Brentwood Veterans Park, Brentwood, CA
Brentwood Arts Commission
A three -part public art project for the new Civic Center that includes Animal
Fence at the children's playground, a mural and mosaic fountain, Brentwood, CA
2009
Stockton Arts Commission
Fish Railing, sculptural elements for the Stockton downtown promenade,
Stockton, CA
San Francisco Arts Commission
Currents, 30' long wall sculpture for Ingleside Library, San Francisco, CA
Alameda County Arts Commission
Tree of Knowledge, sculptures at the entrance of Castro Valley Library, Castro
Valley, CA
2008
Black Pine Circle School
Black Pine Gates, entry gates for a private elementary school, Berkeley, CA
2007
Cambridge Arts Commission
Commons, entry gate for the historic Cambridge Commons, Cambridge, MA
Berkeley Arts Commission
Mandala Gates, entry gates for Berkeley Corporation Yard, Berkeley, CA
2006
Madison Arts Commission
Ripple Effect, gateway for Goodman Swimming Pool complex, Madison, WI
Brentwood Arts Commission
Water Temple, an approved sculpture project for Prewitt Ranch, Brentwood, CA
2005
Atherton Heritage Foundation
Mark Hopkins Family Mansion, entry gates, Atherton, CA
2004
Oakland Arts Commission
Bella Vista Park Gate, entry gate for Bella Vista Park, Oakland, CA
2003
Golden Gate Parks and Recreation
Aerial Roots, five permanent sculptures for the Conservatory of Flowers, Golden
Gate Park, San Francisco, CA
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PUBLIC ART l SCULPTURE
Wallis Ranch: Public Art: Scope of Work
October 9, 2015
The Wallis Ranch Public Art project includes the following four features:
1) Sculpture: Globe. Globe resides in the entry park of the Wallis Ranch community. It is
a welcoming beacon, evoking and reminding us of celestial bodies; the sun, the moon
and the stars.
2) Three entry gates. One set is approximately 22', 10" wide x 4' high. Two sets are dou-
ble gates, 14', 8" x 4' high each. The design for the gates is inspired by the shapes of
grasses found on the Wallis Ranch land. The hills surrounding Wallis Ranch are cov-
ered with a range of native grasses.
3) Benches: The benches are of a very similar design as the gates. They are inspired
and informed by the shapes of grasses found on the Wallis Ranch land. Two benches
are on the walking trail, and one bench is in back of Antone Pavilion.
4) Antone Pavilion: Two sculptural screens, both mounted outside the pavilion. They are
inspired by vintage industrial steel objects that were found on the property, including
hand tools, tractor parts and horseshoes. A descriptive plaque will be included with the
screens.
Completion of the public art project: Spring of 2016
Studio: 812 b Camelia Street, Berkeley, CA 94710 1 ph: 415.407.5060 1 eric @ericpowell.com
www.eriepowell.com