HomeMy WebLinkAboutA011 - Resolution approving accession of sculpture for Neighborhood Sculpture ProgramITEM #:13
DATE:01-27-26
DEPT:ADMIN
SUBJECT:2026 NEIGHBORHOOD SCULPTURE PROGRAM ACCESSION
COUNCIL ACTION FORM
BACKGROUND:
One of the signature programs hosted by the Public Art Commission (PAC) is the Ames
Annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition (AAOSE). Each year, sculptures exhibited through
AAOSE are available for purchase by private individuals. Additionally, PAC typically acquires
several sculptures each year into the City’s permanent art collection through the Neighborhood
Sculpture Program. The Neighborhood Sculpture Program involves accepting applications
from residents to have an AAOSE sculpture placed on City property for residents to enjoy.
On January 6, 2026, PAC approved a recommendation that the City Council pursue accession
of one sculpture for the Neighborhood Sculpture Program. The work "TipSee," is by the artist
Craig Snyder. The acquisition cost of the piece is $8,000. The FY 2025/26 Adjusted Budget for
the PAC Neighborhood Sculpture Program contains a balance of $42,197.
It is proposed that "TipSee" be placed on a Public Art Easement at Ames Community
Preschool Center, 920 Carroll Avenue, near the Free Little Library that sits on the property. An
application for the Public Art Easement has been submitted to the Planning and Housing
Department and is anticipated to be presented for consideration at a City Council meeting in
February. Further information regarding the sculpture is detailed in the attached report from
PAC.
ALTERNATIVES:
1. Approve the accession of "TipSee" by Craig Snyder for the Neighborhood Sculpture
Program as recommended by PAC.
2. Do not approve the accession of Neighborhood Sculpture Program artwork.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDED ACTION:
This annual program allows for works of art to be purchased for display in
neighborhoods throughout the City. This aligns with the City Council’s value of a fun,
vibrant community that attracts and retains people. Therefore, it is the recommendation of
the City Manager that the City Council adopt Alternative No. 1 as described above.
ATTACHMENT(S):
2026 Neighborhood Art Acquisition.pdf
Contract for TipSee (Signed).pdf
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APPROVED for accession January 6, 2026, by the Ames Public Art Commission
Public Art Commission (PAC) Request for Accession
Neighborhood Sculpture Program
Item Identification Numbers: [completed by city staff]
Name: TipSee
Artist: Craig Snyder
AAOSE Exhibit Year: 2025-26
Material: Steel
Acquisition Cost: $8,000
Recommendation: The Ames Public Art Commission recommends the acquisition of
“TipSee” for the City of Ames permanent art collection, to be placed on a Public Art
Easement at the Ames Community Preschool Center, 920 Carroll Avenue .
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