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donation by the Otsego VFW. The metal sculptures are in production now, and half -sized mock-ups will be <br />available at the work session. This subject is included within this work session case as a status update on the <br />project and as both an example of Public Art and an instance of how Public Art may be funded. Additionally, <br />the sculptures were described within the grant application as intended to 'travel' around the Ramsey area <br />intentionally, for maximum exposure and public benefit for the first year before a more permanent location may <br />be developed. This may also be a useful tool to garner public input on a Public Art Plan, with resident <br />engagement being an important and valuable aspect of the proposed plan and policy. The text below is intended <br />to be on a plaque mounted on the faux stone bases of the sculptural silhouettes: <br />"This Women Veteran Memorial, recognizes the brave and se4fless Minnesota women who have sewed our <br />armed forces with dignity and honor. <br />Funding and advocacy for this tribute is from the Minnesota Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund, Otsego VFW Post <br />5518, Mid -State Metal Works, Rumriver Art Center, the City of Ramsey, and by artist SSG M.J. Horgan, USA, <br />RET. " <br />Timeframe: <br />Staff anticipates a brief overview of the Public Art opportunity for the city (5 minutes), then a broad discussion <br />by City Council on the Foundation's offer of funding (approximately 30 minutes), followed by a 5-10 minute <br />consensus direction on the tree sculpture and Veterans Memorial. <br />Funding Source: <br />Funding for the subjects of this work session case are discussed above. <br />Responsible Party(ies): <br />Parks & Asst. Public Works Director Riverblood will introduce the three related topics and other staff will be <br />available to respond to the value and practical applications for Public Art in the community. <br />Outcome: <br />Provide consensus direction on: <br />Council's desire to further explore a Public Art Plan and Policy <br />Proceeding with the Park and Recreation Commission's recommendation to create two whimsical chainsaw <br />sculptures at Sunfish Lake Park <br />Attachments <br />What is Public Art <br />Why Public Art <br />PAIL <br />Example Plan and Ordinance <br />View Center St and Parkway <br />Sunfish Lk Tree Sculpture <br />Vet Memorial Council case <br />Vet grant application <br />VFW invitation for Vet project <br />