File #: 21-0238    Name: Silo Project Update
Type: Agenda Item Status: Agenda Ready
In control: McKinney Arts Commission
On agenda: 3/18/2021 Final action:
Title: Consider/Discuss a Future Project with Historic Downtown McKinney Cultural District
Attachments: 1. Public Art Opp Silo 03_02_2021 WS
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Title

Consider/Discuss a Future Project with Historic Downtown McKinney Cultural District

 

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: 

                     Several catalyst projects are scheduled for East McKinney including a new Municipal Community Complex, renovations to Old Settlers Recreation Center, and relocation of Tupps Brewery.

                     The City of McKinney is the current owner of the Collin County Mill and Elevator Company located at 407 East Louisiana Street.

                     A proposal has been received for a major public art installation by Australian artist Guido Van Helten.

                     Van Helten works with the community to honor cultural and heritage contributions for theme.

 

BACKGROUND INFORMATION: 

                     Van Helten is acclaimed internationally with works that span the globe.

                     Van Helten has a series of painted silos across the United States as part of his ‘Monuments’ project.

                     In 2018, the Historic Downtown McKinney Cultural District was designated by the Texas Commission on the Arts. The silos are located in the Cultural District.

 

FINANCIAL SUMMARY:

                     The proposal is $298,850 and some items on the proposal may be acquired through in-kind donations, such as lodging and equipment.

                     A potential Cultural District grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts would help cover up to 50% of the project’s cost.

                     Private and foundation support is also being sought for this project.

                     Potential support from the McKinney Arts Commission could be considered.