2008/05/28 Council Agenda Packet

< �+' �g� L� �? � a&1R �'° �' =+z �-t �`- .fes cAva-ge PROJECT TITLE: 6 A Resolution declaring the Consent COUNCIL BILL # city's intent to accept a gift X Action Originating Cultural Arts form Barbara Lamoureux in Department the amount of$20,000 towards First Reading Contact Person Carol Thomas the design and installation of Second Reading Phone Number (425) 257 7101 the "Compass Rose"mosaic Third Reading FOR AGENDA OF May 28, 2008 for the plaza overlook at Grand Public Hearing Avenue Park Initialed by: Department Head CAA Council President j:)/f — Location Preceding Action Attachments Department(s) Approval Grand Avenue Park Everett Cultural Resolution Legal, Administration Commission Amount Budgeted -0- Expenditure Required -0- Account Number(s): Budget Remaining -0- Additional Required -0- DETAILED SUMMARY STATEMENT: Grand Avenue Park was created in 1906. The Compass Rose mosaic was developed around the history of the Everett Waterfront, the Puget Sound environment and historic Grand Avenue. The gift of $20,000 by community member Barbara Lamoureux is to be used exclusively towards the design, fabrication and installation of the art piece titled "Compass Rose" by artist Glen Andersen at the plaza overlook at Grand Avenue Park in memory of her friend, Becky Fauver, an Everett City Planner, who lived from 1976 to 2006. Although Becky lived a short life, her impact was great on those with whom she worked with. By Council accepting this gift of $10,000 to be paid 2008 and the remaining $10,000 to be paid in 2009, the city recognizes and thanks Ms. Lamoureux. A plaque commemorating the life of Becky Fauver will be placed at the "Compass Rose" mosaic at the plaza overlook at Grand Avenue Park for all to enjoy. RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution accepting a donation of $20,000 from Barbara Lamoureux towards design and installation of the Compass Rose Mosaic by artist Glen Andersen at the plaza overlook at Grand Avenue Park in memory of Becky Fauver