How Art Builds a Community
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Lessons from the
Fort Collins Art in Public Places
Program
HOW ART BUILDS A COMMUNITY
Ellen Martin, City of Fort CollinsShelby Sommer, Clarion Associates
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Fort Collins Art in Public Places (APP) Program Background
Benefits of Public Art Administering an APP
Program Unique Projects and
Partnerships Linking Public Art and
Planning
AGENDA
Anne Aspen
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BACKGROUND
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Established in April, 1995
Ordinance in City Code
Purpose: Encourage and enhance artistic
expression and art appreciation while adding value to the Fort Collins community through acquiring, exhibiting and maintaining public art
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES (APP)
East Prospect Rd.May & Watkins Design
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Infusing Art into Capital Projects Over $250,000 – designate 1% for art
APP PROGRAM
CSU Transit Center, David GriggsEast Prospect Rd., May & Watkins Design
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Infusing Art into Capital Projects Under $250,000 but more than $50,000 -
artist added to the project team, showing a commitment to the APP purpose
APP PROGRAM
Viewing Structure at Cathy Fromme PrairieCarolyn Braaksma
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Infusing Art into Capital Projects Under $50,000 – artist may be added to the team at the
department’s discretion
APP PROGRAM
Gardens on Spring Creek, stone by Andy Dufford
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Other Responsibilities Review and recommend
acceptance of art donations
APP PROGRAM
Northside Aztlan Community Center, Anne Bossert
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Since Inception: More than 93 Projects 130 Transformer Cabinet Murals
APP PROGRAM
Transformer Cabinet Mural, Kirsten Savage Stewart Case Park, Jim Lynxwiler
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City of Fort Collins Urban Design Awards
AWARDS
“Curtain” by Barbara Baer, Lincoln Center Lobby “Knowledge Shared” by Barbara Baer, Council Tree Library
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2011 Governor ’s Arts Award Recognized for collective
efforts to enhance the community and economy through strategic use of the arts
Review panel specifically cited Fort Collins’ commitment to Public Art as one of the areas they were impressed by in determining the award winner
AWARDS
The arts weave the fabric of a community together; building cultural bridges and showing us new ways of
thinking and seeing.
- Governor Hickenlooperpresenting the award to Fort Collins
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“City Showcase” at the National League of Cities, Congress of Cities
Featured APP Transformer Cabinet Mural Project
Demonstrates how Fort Collins uses innovative/creative solutions
AWARDS
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BENEFITS
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ART IN PUBLIC PLACES…
Enhances our Physical Environment
Creates a Sense of Place and DistinctivenessPromotes Community Involvement
Honors our Environmental HealthSupports Social Wellbeing
Contributes to an Attractive Community & Strong Economic Value Fosters Civic Pride
Acknowledges our Cultural History
Provides Educational Opportunities
Reduces Crime and Saves Money
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Creatively enhances the project
Illustrates a commitment to quality and creativity
ENHANCES OUR PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
Northside Aztlan Community Center, Carolyn Braaksma Police Facility, Andy Dufford
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Stimulating environments for discovery and exploration
Opportunities to learn about the site, our history, and our community
PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Watercycle Wall Interpretive Signage, Joe McGrane Police Facility, Andy Dufford
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Busy murals decrease vandalism
Maintenance costs reduced
REDUCES CRIME AND SAVES MONEY
Keith Van Eron
Before After
I personally believe any effort on our part that beautifies or mitigates [graffiti] activity is a positive approach. I, for one, am grateful for all [the Art in Public Places program’s] hard work, and the city’s
commitment to making Fort Collins a world class place to live and work.
- Nick Myers, Graffiti Abatement CoordinatorFort Collins Police Services
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Provides unique and stimulating ways to communicate Alerts the public to safety issues
SUPPORTS SOCIAL WELLBEING
Fossil Creek Trail, Mario Echevarria Mason Corridor Trail, Mario Echevarria
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Uniquely Fort Collins
Architecture, parks, and public spaces unlike anywhere else
Adds artful enhancements
CREATES A SENSE OF PLACE AND DISTINCTIVENESS
Oak Street Plaza, Lawrence Argent
College & Harmony, Robert Tully
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Illustrates conservation issues Highlights natural resources
HONORS ENVIRONMENTAL VALUES
Above: Red Fox Meadows Natural Area, Barb McKee
Right: Watercycle Wall, Joe McGrane
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Investment in economic future Materials and services frequently
kept local Leverages project budget Arts & culture industry –
2012 Creative Vitality Study $75 million in annual economic activity Supports 6,485 jobs
“Creativ i ty i s the fundam enta l source of e conom ic gr ow th.”
– R ichard F lor ida in R ise of the Creative C las s
CONTRIBUTES TO STRONG ECONOMIC HEALTH
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City Park Pool, Joe McGrane
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“The visual arts are a key component in the unique feel of Old Town Fort Col l ins. The Art In Publ ic P laces energetic influence is an obvious and vital
piece of that qual i ty experience.”
Scott P. Smith, President CooperSmith's Pub & Brewing
“I bel ieve that great communities require a s ignificant dose of unexpected, pleasant surpr ises that require pedestr ians to become engaged with their
surroundings. I see that happening at the Oak Street Park, in our beautiful al leys, at the pianos downtown, and during the festivals and performances
that happen year round. Art in Publ ic Places plays a major role in cultivating an environment of creativity and foster ing partnerships with publ ic and pr ivate
interests in our community that fil l this need.”
Steve Taylor, Hot Corner Concepts
EMBRACED BY THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY
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Esteems a community icon or theme
Anchors a community gathering place
FOSTERS CIVIC PRIDE
Pianos About Town, Terry McNerney
Veterans Plaza, Susan Raymond
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Honors historical places, people, and practices
Builds public awareness Stimulating sites for discovery and exploration
ACKNOWLEDGES OUR CULTURAL HISTORY
Soapstone Natural Area, Robert Tully
Linden St Paver, Susan Dailey
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Brings citizens together Creates a sense of pride
within the community
PROMOTES COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Girl Scout Troop 2258 Mason Street Trail, Mario Miguel Echevarria
Kids Paver, Sarah Bashford
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Soapstone Prairie, Robert Tully
Red Fox Meadows, Barb McKee
UTILIZES SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
Leverages projects’ functional components and budget, turning standard elements into art
Reusable elements, including concrete form liners that can be used at other locations
Leftover paint is used on multiple projects
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…IS EVERYWHERE
City Facilities
Parks
Alleyways & Plazas
Recreation Facilities
Natural Areas
Gardens
Trails
StreetscapesUtility Sites
Transportation Centers
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PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
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ADMINISTRATION:COLLABORATIVE PROCESS
Artist Selection
• APP board and project team select an artist not a specific work of art
• Selection occurs through a request for qualifications (RFQ) or using a pre-approved list of artists
Project Design
• Artist incorporated into design team early into ensure art concepts align with project goals
• Artist involved throughout the course of project
Review & Approval
• APP Board reviews final concepts after project team approval
• If over $10,000, the project requires Council approval
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Request for Qualifications (RFQ) Larger budgets Promote a call to artists on
a national level Make it available to all
artists
Pre-Approved List Artists are juried
The budget is small Project has a fast time line
(limited time to promote a call)
Team would like to work with a local artist to integrate into design meetings
ADMINISTRATION: SELECTING AN ARTIST
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Add APP Artist to the Design Team Creates site-specific,
integrated projects Builds support from an
interdisciplinary team Leverages budget Creates unique projects
ADMINISTRATION: DESIGNING ARTWORK
Design Contract
Artist Included on Design Team
Concept Development (Artist & Design Team)
Project Team Approves Concept
Project Approved by APP Board and City
Council
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City Staff APP Coordinator (full time) Administers program
logistics and budget Staff liaison to APP Board Supported by part-time
cultural resources staff and interns
ADMINISTRATION: REVIEWING AND APPROVING ARTWORK
Installation of the Water Quality Boxes,Andy Dufford with staff
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Art in Public Places Board Appointed by City Council Advises and makes
recommendations to City Council about: Incorporating art into capital
projects Art donations Program administration
ADMINISTRATION: REVIEWING AND APPROVING ARTWORK
City Council Reviews APP Board
recommendations Approves expenditures in
excess of $10,000
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APP Five Year Budget 2006 – 2010 Yearly Average Revenue: $423,484 Yearly Average Expenditure: $296,950 Average Project Cost: $43,669 Median Project Cost: $11,000
ADMINISTRATION: BUDGETING
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Staffing Individual preferencesBudgeting/fundingCity Council reviewMaintenance for a growing
collection
ADMINISTRATION: PROGRAM CHALLENGES
Sculpture by Collen Nyanhongo A gift from The Neenan Family
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UNIQUE PROJECTS AND PARTNERSHIPS
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Fort Collins Community Downtown Development Authority Bohemian Foundation Poudre River Library District Team Fort Collins Poudre School District Colorado State University Veterans’ Plaza Committee
APP PARTNERSHIPS
Northside Aztlan Community Center Skate Park , Amanda Marie Ploegsma
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Downtown Art in Action Rafael Lopez Community Mural Project Pianos About Town Transformer Cabinet Murals
INNOVATIVE PROJECTS
Pianos About TownTransformer Cabinet
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Estimated savings of $22,895 per year in graffiti abatement for 30 cabinets
APP has completed 130 cabinets
Murals are painted by local artists and non-profit groups
Very few painted cabinets have been tagged in 6 years
TRANSFORMER CABINET MURALS
Rolfe Bautista
Terry McNerney
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ART IN ACTION
Jim Lynxwiler
Lisa Cameron
Funded by Downtown Development Authority
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Funded by Poudre River Library District
RAFAEL LOPEZ COMMUNITY MURAL PROJECT
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Funded by the Bohemian Foundation and Downtown Development Authority
PIANOS ABOUT TOWN
Mary Harnett
Rolfe Bautista
Alison Dickson
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LINKING PUBLIC ART AND PLANNING
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Regional 1% for Art Programs: Aurora Broomfield Denver DIA Englewood Fort Collins Greeley Longmont Loveland State of Colorado
More than 30 Colorado communities have a public art program
DOES YOURS?
Comparable Cities with Public Art programs: Ann Arbor, Michigan Bellvue, Washington Boise, Idaho Cary, North Carolina Eugene, Oregon Plano, Texas Rockville, MD Scottsdale, AZ
Larger Communities identified by Art: New York City, New York Seattle, Washington Santa Fe, New Mexico Portland, Oregon
OTHER PUBLIC ART PROGRAMS
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Plans and policies are a great way to address the role and importance of public art! Comprehensive Plans Transportation Plans Subarea and Neighborhood Plans Parks and Recreation Plans Open Space Plans Downtown Plans Economic Development Strategies Capital Improvement Plans Historic Preservation Policies Urban Design Strategies Public Art Master Plans
APP AND COMMUNITY PLANNING
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What can a planner do? Introduce or build
awareness of the concept Support or lead a public art
program Involve local artists and
organizations Join a local board or
commissionParticipate as an artist
ROLE OF PLANNERS
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Colorado Creative Industries (part of State Office of Economic Development)www.coloarts.state.co.us
Western States Arts Federation (service & advocacy)www.westaf.org
Americans for the Arts (programs, advocacy & PAN)www.artsusa.org
American Planning Association (research & articles)www.planning.org (search “public art”)
CaFE – Call For Entry (manage calls for entry)www.callforentry.org
APP RESOURCES
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QUESTIONS?
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FOR MORE INFORMATION:
WWW.FCGOV.COM/ARTSPUBLIC
Ellen Martin, City of Fort Collins [email protected]
Shelby Sommer, Clarion [email protected]