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Page 4 of 5 <br />there are some challenges to consider. When individuals are seated on the bench, it may be <br />difficult to view some flyers. Additionally, the bench does not have arms, which could make <br />it difficult for individuals to get up from the seat. <br />• Outdoor Location: <br />At the entrance to the Pleasanton Library, on the east side of the building, adjacent to the <br />newsrack, this location offers several benefits. It provides excellent visibility for visitors and <br />ample lighting at night, which would highlight the artwork and potentially reduce the risk of <br />vandalism. However, a challenge with this location is the significant difference in style <br />between the existing art outside the library and the bench. <br /> <br />Temporary Installation <br />The Wonderful Wizard of Oz Book Bench is recommended to be installed as a temporary art <br />piece due to its construction and value. The estimated value of the piece is estimated at <br />$2,850, which includes the $1,850 cost from the vendor (Chicago Fiberglass) and the $1,000 <br />payment to the artist (covered by the Town of Danville). With over 45 permanent works in the <br />City of Pleasanton’s public art collection, each piece averages approximately $22,000 in value <br />and the permanent pieces are constructed of materials designed in consultation with staff for <br />longevity and community use. The addition of the piece as a temporary installation is <br />consistent with its intended design and use in the Town of Danville, where it functioned as part <br />of a temporary exhibition. <br /> <br />Per the Pleasanton Municipal Code, Chapter 13.16 Art in Public Places, staff recommends the <br />commissions consider the following when assessing as to whether to recommend the <br />acceptance and installation of the piece: <br />• Artistic merit <br />• Site appropriateness <br />• Liability <br />• Installation and maintenance costs and considerations <br />If recommended by the Library Commission and the Civic Arts Commission, the public artwork <br />and location selection will be shared with the City Council for review and consideration at an <br />upcoming meeting. <br /> <br />EQUITY AND SUSTAINABILITY <br />The public art program strives to align art projects with funding and staffing resources, as well <br />as to identify projects that celebrate diversity and would be enjoyed by all residents and visitors <br />in Pleasanton. <br /> <br />OUTREACH <br />No outreach was done on this item. <br /> <br />STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT <br />This action advances the following Citywide goals and strategies: <br /> <br />ONE Pleasanton Citywide Strategic Plan <br />Page 31 of 44