Report Prepared by: Jennifer Flachman, Senior Management Analyst
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SUBJECT: Commission to Review and Approve a Public Art Mural to be Installed Along the R Street and Fahrens Park Multiuse Path Undercrossing
REPORT IN BRIEF
Review and approve a public art mural installation along the R Street and Fahrens Park multiuse path undercrossing.
RECOMMENDATION
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission - Adopt a motion approving a public art mural installation along the R Street and Fahrens Park multiuse path undercrossing.
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ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve, as recommend by Staff; or,
2. Approve, subject to other than recommended by Staff; or,
3. Deny; or,
4. Refer to Staff for reconsideration of specific items; or,
5. Continue to a future meeting.
AUTHORITY
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission Ordinance 2489, Section 2.54.060 Jurisdiction of the Commission.
CITY COUNCIL PRIORITIES
As provided for in the 2024-25 Council Goals and Priorities: Public Works & City Beautification.
DISCUSSION
As part of the 2023/2024 Budget, the City Council allocated $100,000 for art installations across Merced. Staff is seeking approval of a public art mural installation along the R Street and Fahrens Park multiuse path undercrossing.
The Subcommittee suggests issuing a Call for Art Projects for an interactive mural project to enhance the undercrossing beneath R Street and Fahrens Park.
This mural will transform the frequently used pedestrian and bicycle path into a vibrant community space. The design should depict a lively scene, with interactive elements such as augmented reality or tactile features to engage the public. The goal is to foster a sense of pride and ownership within the community by celebrating local culture while making the space more welcoming and enjoyable for all.
The dimensions will span one side of the undercrossing from the entrance to the from Fahrens Park to the end of the tunnel on the north wall - approximately 86 linear feet by 10 feet high.
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