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THE CITY OF <br /> CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT <br /> pLEASANTONC <br /> February 16, 2016 <br /> Community Services <br /> TITLE: APPROVE ONE (1) PROPOSED DESIGN FOR "PROJECT PAINT BOX" TO <br /> BE PLACED AT 4375 FOOTHILL ROAD <br /> SUMMARY <br /> "Project Paint Box" is a utility box beautification program that celebrates local artwork <br /> and encourages regional artists to share their creativity throughout the City of <br /> Pleasanton. Vibrant artwork helps deter unsightly graffiti and creates pleasant spaces <br /> for residents and visitors. At its May 5, 2014 Workshop, the Civic Arts Commission <br /> discussed this project; and in July 2014, the first 'Call for Artists' was placed in local, <br /> regional and national artists' forums, job arenas and in the local press. Additionally, <br /> several local artists were personally notified. <br /> At its January 6, 2016 meeting, the Civic Arts Commission approved one (1) proposed <br /> design and requested that their recommendation be forwarded to the City Council for <br /> their review and consideration (Attachment 2). <br /> CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION <br /> That the City Council approve the one (1) proposed design, to be placed on the utility <br /> box located at 4375 Foothill Road (Attachment 1). <br /> RECOMMENDATION <br /> That the City Council approve the one (1) proposed design, to be placed on the utility <br /> box located at 4375 Foothill Road (Attachment 1). <br /> FINANCIAL STATEMENT <br /> All artists chosen for this project will be compensated $750 per utility box. Artist <br /> compensation will be funded through the Public Art Acquisition Fund # 038-900-4493. <br />