Submitted By: Emily Parkman
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Presentation By: Emily Parkman
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Department: Growth Management
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Resolution 2026-52 to accept the donation of the public art piece, “Zebra Longwing” sculpture bench, into the City’s public art collection valued at $7,000
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Quality of Place
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BACKGROUND:
In celebration of the Pioneer Garden Club’s 100th anniversary as a non-profit organization, the Club commissioned artist Richard Herzog to create a sculptural bench, “Zebra Longwing”. The Club wishes to donate the sculpture to the City of Ocala for permanent display at the Art Park. In partnership with the City of Ocala, the Pioneer Garden Club helped create the Art Park in 2016 by installing and curating one of the public gardens, which it continues to oversee and maintain to this day. The Art Park is a component of Tuscawilla Park and complements existing cultural investments, including Magnolia Art Xchange, Reilly Arts Center, and Discovery Center.
In accordance with the City’s Public Art and Donation Policy adopted in 2021, the Pioneer Garden Club is donating $200 annually for 10 years to cover maintenance and repairs of the artwork. The artist will provide a detailed maintenance guide for the sculpture outlining conservation needs.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
Pioneer Garden Club commissioned the sculptural bench, “Zebra Longwing,” from sculptor Richard Herzog, valued at $7,000, for their 100th anniversary.
Pioneer Garden Club wishes to donate the sculpture bench to the City of Ocala for permanent display at Tuscawilla Art Park alongside their garden.
“Zebra Longwing” is ADA compliant with the capacity to seat two average adults.
“Zebra Longwing” is constructed of painted steel with an epoxy primer and industrial acrylic paint. Professional repainting is required every few years.
Staff estimate the annual maintenance with incidental repairs to cost the City a maximum...
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