Submitted By: Emily Parkman
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Presentation By: Cultural Arts Supervisor, Emily Parkman
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Department: Growth Management
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve to accession “Music on Broadway” to the City of Ocala’s permanent public art collection
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BACKGROUND:
Ocala Municipal Arts Commission (OMAC) approved Ocala Cultural Arts public art proposal to replace the Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) mural awning on October 2, 2024. The public art project occurred during the 2025 Levitt AMP Ocala Music Series in March through May 2025. Five artists were selected through an open call to paint two aluminum awning panels at the concerts throughout the series with the help of the public. Each panel highlights a different genre of music featured during the concert series. The panels were completed by June 2025. The title for the ten awning panels is “Music on Broadway.”
A public artist meet-and-greet occurred at the Brick City Center for the Arts located at 23 SW Broadway Street on Friday, July 11 prior to the awning installation on Monday, July 14, 2025.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
Each panel was clear coated with an automotive, UV resistant paint by Zeak Techinique, Inc. “Music on Broadway” is in excellent condition. The total commission value is $9,205.
Staff recommends approval to formally accession “Music on Broadway” into the City of Ocala’s permanent public art collection, in line with the City’s Public Art Policy and City Strategic Goal - Quality of Place.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
• Table
• Deny