Department of Public Works

Approval to Install Enduring Heroes Memorial Sculpture in Honor of Pasadena

Area Fallen Soldiers

Defenders Parkway WestSeptember 28, 2015

Department of Public Works

Background

• Enduring Heroes Memorial Committee request

• Honor Pasadena area fallen soldiers and all armed service members (Iraq-Afghanistan War)

• Proposed placement of a memorial within the City

• Preliminary conversations with City Staff• Site Alternatives

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Department of Public Works

• Preliminary Proposal Received• City Staff Review• Provided Comments to Applicant• Applicant Submitted Official Proposal• Recreation and Parks Commission• City Council Consideration

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Process

Department of Public Works

Enduring Heroes Memorial

April 2015 September 2015

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Department of Public Works

Proposed Location

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The proposed location is approximately 75-feet from the SW corner of the street. Project location is tentative pending the issuance of Public Works and Building permits.

Department of Public Works

• May 2015: Recreation and Parks Commission

> Allow more time for public comment and allow ACC time to review and comment

• May 2015: Arts and Culture Commission > Letter to Recreation and Parks Commission

• September 2015: Recreation and Parks Commission

> Voted 3-2 to endorse the Enduring Heroes proposal

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Commission Review

Department of Public WorksPolicy Criteria Consideration

Appropriateness:   

A World War I memorial flagpole (Defenders Parkway East) Granite monument dedicated to Soldiers, Sailors and Marines who served in the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, and World War I.

Compatibility:  

Internal City review has found the design concept and location to be suitable.

Impact on Park Use:  

Located in a passive, landscaped area of the park. Will not interfere with any Tournament of Roses Parade or other special events.

Aesthetics:  

Excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail. City staff reviewed the artist’s resume and viewed previous artwork.

Maintenance:  

Applicant has committed to assuming maintenance responsibilities through the pledge to use an art conservator and establish a maintenance endowment.

Safety:  

Address potential safety concerns such as the elimination of potential sharp edges (cut out stars)

Policy Application

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Department of Public Works

Policy Compliance

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• Public Outreach>Notification sent to all property owners who

are located within 1,000 feet of the proposed site.

Department of Public Works

Public Comment

• Public Park and Recreational Facility Public Monument Policy (Previous)>Concept Review – Public Participation>Design – Lack of Community Involvement

• Newly adopted Public Monument Policy

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Department of Public Works

Next Steps

• An executed License Agreement for use of Public Park Land

• Performance Bond/Letter of Credit • Issuance of Permits (Public Works and

Building)• Project Construction

>A prevailing wage project

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