HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - Artwork acquisition for City Hall RESOLUTION NO. 04-280
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ARTWORK ACQUISITION
IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,000
FOR THE CITY OF AMES
WHEREAS, the Public Art Commission is requesting that the City purchase "Orange
Dragon," a piece of public art now placed on the southwest corner of Ames City Hall; and,
WHEREAS, because of its appeal to both adults and children, "Orange Dragon" has
essentially been leased from Dave Johnson, the artist, for the past two years; and,
WHEREAS,rather than renewing the lease for yet another year,the Public Art Commission
would like to purchase"Orange Dragon"with the intention of leaving it at its present location; and,
WHEREAS,the artist desires to"donate"approximately$900 to lower the price of the piece,
making a total of$3,000 necessary to acquire this sculpture permanently; and,
WHEREAS, the funds to purchase "Orange Dragon" would be allocated from the
Neighborhood Sculpture program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the purchase of"Orange Dragon," a sculpture created by artist Dave Johnson, for the price of
$3,000 is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 22nd day of June, 2004.
Diane R. Voss, City Clerk Ted Tedesco, Mayor
Introduced by: Goodhue
Seconded by: Wirth
Voting aye: Cross, Goodhue, Goodman, Mahayni, Vegge, Wirth
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 22nd day of June, 2004.