Title
Presentation by Michael Kowski Proposing a Public Art Project at Old Settler’s Recreation Center
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Enhance the Quality of Life in McKinney
MEETING DATE: April 18, 2019
DEPARTMENT: Housing and Community Development
McKinney Arts Commission
CONTACT: Janay Tieken, Housing and Community Development Manager
ITEM SUMMARY:
• Michael Kowski is the City of McKinney’s Director of Parks and Recreation.
• Old Settler’s Recreation Center is beginning a major renovation to include a new entrance and front plaza that could include a public art piece.
• A public art project that could also be used as seating, or a mural or 2-D art piece are possibilities.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
• As noted in the goals of the master plan, “Public art at Old Settler’s can enhance gathering spaces, and foster community pride, ownership and a sense of belonging.”
FINANCIAL SUMMARY:
• Possible funding from matching funds and Parks project budget.