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THE CITY OF 4 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT pLEASANTONC January 20, 2015 Community Services TITLE: APPROVE ONE (1) PROPOSED DESIGN FOR "PROJECT PAINT BOX" SUMMARY "Project Paint Box" is a utility box beautification program that celebrates local artwork and encourages regional artists to share their creativity throughout the City of Pleasanton. Vibrant artwork helps deter unsightly graffiti and creates pleasant spaces for residents and visitors. At its workshop on May 5, 2014, the Civic Arts Commission discussed this project and in July, a "Call for Artists" was placed locally, regionally and nationally in artists' forums, job arenas and in the local press. Additionally, several local artists were personally notified. At its September 23, 2014 meeting, the Civic Arts Commission reviewed the four (4) designs and recommended two (2) designs for placement on utility boxes. Comments and changes were recommended for a third design and the artist was asked to return at a later date with those changes made. At its November 3, 2014 meeting, the Civic Arts Commission approved the design changes and requested that their recommendations be forwarded to the City Council for their review and consideration. CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION That the City Council approve one (1) proposed design: `I Love Pleasanton" by artist, Tatiana Salvatore, to be placed on the utility box located at the corner of Ray St. and First St. RECOMMENDATION That the City Council approve one (1) proposed design: "I Love Pleasanton" by artist, Tatiana Salvatore, to be placed on the utility box located at the corner of Ray St. and First St FINANCIAL STATEMENT All artists chosen for this project will be compensated $500 per utility box. Artist compensation will be funded through the Public Art Acquisition Fund # 038-900.