Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on a Resolution Accepting the Donation of a Cast Reproduction of the Remington Sculpture, “Coming Through the Rye”
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in Downtown McKinney
MEETING DATE: February 2, 2016
DEPARTMENT: Housing and Community Development
CONTACT: Janay Tieken
Housing and Community Development Manager
RECOMMENDED CITY COUNCIL ACTION:
• Approval of Resolution
ITEM SUMMARY:
• “Coming Through the Rye”, a cast reproduction of a Remington sculpture, has been offered to the City by Linda Pinkham, a McKinney resident.
• The Parks Department would like to display the bronze sculpture in the administrative offices.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• The original bronze, created in 1902, is one of the largest pieces created by Remington - standing 29” high by 30” wide and weighing approximately 300 pounds. The reproduction is similar in size and is also cast in bronze.
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• The sculpture is valued at $3,285.
• No additional or special insurance is required.
BOARD OR COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION:
• The Arts Commission, at the January 21, 2016 meeting, recommended acceptance of the sculpture by the City.