Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on Public Art Project Request for a Mural on the W.O.W. Building at 119 South Tennessee Street from Cadence Cyclery
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: March 18, 2021
DEPARTMENT: MPAC / McKinney Main Street
CONTACT: Amy Rosenthal, MPAC & MMS Director
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Cadence Cyclery has purchased Woodmans of the World Building at 119 South Tennessee Street.
• Owner seeking partnership with McKinney Arts Commission for mural on northside face of building.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• Public Art projects involve a process that seeks Requests for Qualifications from artist.
• A subcommittee of the McKinney Arts Commission would review RFQ’s and identify finalists.
• Finalists submit concept/design and are provided concept design fee
• Mural on historic stucco requires mineral-based stain to allow for ‘breathability.’
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• 50% of the cost of the work would be provided by Cadence Cyclery with the other 50% to be provided from the Public Art Fund.
• Cadence Cyclery is able to contribute a maximum of $5,000 for this project. The total budget for the WOW mural is $10,000.
• Draft Call for Artists is attached.