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THE CITY OF <br /> =�- CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT 11 <br /> PLEASANTONO <br /> June 2, 2015 <br /> Community Services <br /> TITLE: APPROVE SEVEN (7) PROPOSED DESIGNS FOR "PROJECT PAINT <br /> BOX" <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 May 4, 2015 meeting, the Civic Arts Commission approved seven (7) designs and <br /> requested that their recommendations be forwarded to the City Council for their review <br /> and consideration (Attachments 2 — 8). <br /> CIVIC ARTS COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION <br /> That the City Council approve the seven (7) proposed designs, to be placed on utility <br /> boxes located throughout the downtown area (Attachment 1). <br /> RECOMMENDATION <br /> That the City Council approve the seven (7) proposed designs, to be placed on utility <br /> boxes located throughout the downtown area (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. <br />