Item 4aiv - Prospectus for the Redbud Trail Bridge and Isle Art in Public Places Project — original pdf

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Redbud Trail Bridge and Isle Art in Public Places Project Prospectus M A R J O R I E F L A N AG A N , A I P P A C T I N G P R O G R A M M A N A G E R & S TA F F M AY 2 0 2 2 Redbud Background ◦ Located off Redbud Trail Bridge Road between Lake Austin Blvd and Stratford Dr. ◦ Formed in 1900 by the collapse of the Great Granite Dam ◦ Killed several dozen people ◦ Near Tom Miller Dam, forming Lake Austin, primary drinking water for City ◦ LCRA designed bridge and dam to manage flood water and bring electricity to Hill Country ◦ Granite boulders onsite are from previous granite dams that were destroyed ◦ Bridge does not meet current needs for roadway standards for traffic volume, pedestrian and bike safety Redbud Trail Bridge Capital Project Project scope included: The project site encompasses the existing bridge but updates will be able to handle current traffic requirements and enhanced multi-modal transportation such as bicycle and pedestrian access: ◦ New bridge ◦ Shared use path ◦ Park accessibility ◦ Safety enhancements ◦ Parking lot enhancements at the Isle Artwork Location & Opportunity Possible artwork locations: • Near the entrance kiosk creating an iconic park entry This project is open to a RANGE of ideas and will be integrated into the current plans for Redbud Isle. Final art location is to be determined by artist in collaboration with community and City stakeholders District 8 and 10 Artwork Budget: $625,000 Artwork Location & Opportunity Possible artwork locations: • In the central open area (away from critical root zone of any trees, could be interacted with/for dogs) • Central parking circle (iconic entrance, could be glimpsed by passing cars) Final art location is to be determined by artist in collaboration with community and City stakeholders District 8 and 10 Artwork Budget: $625,000 Project Goals Community feedback for the goals was collected through an online engagement meeting held 3/23/22 and an online survey on SpeakUp Austin open through 4/15/22. Artist Budget: $625,000 Links together the varied historical stories about the island including the nearby dam, the flooding, and the current use of the site as a dog park; Creates a peaceful, calm and serene setting for visitors of all ages and species; Integrates with surrounding rocks, trees, water, foliage, fish, biodiversity and all the beautiful natural surroundings; Contributes to the diversity of the City of Austin’s art collection; Is accessible physically and conceptually by visitors of all ages and abilities to the park. Eligibility •Eligible: Professional visual artists or artist teams; at least 18 years of age; live in Texas •Excludes: Full-time, permanent City of Austin employees; employees of the project consultants and sub-consultants; Selection Criteria • Artistic merit and technical expertise; • Ability to engage the community in which the artwork is being proposed; • Demonstrated success completing works of art Selection Process •RFQ open for 2 months; submissions via PublicArtist.org •5-person jury and advisors select 3-5 finalists for interviews AND paid proposals; recommend 1 artist or artist team and 1 alternate •Approval by AIPP Panel and Arts Commission •Selected artist or artist team is engaged in a design + commission contract with AIPP 5 Person Jury Suggestions Advisors A 5 member jury that includes at least 1 visual artist. Jury may include: » Margo Sawyer, Austin based Visual Artist https://www.margosawyer.com/ » Marc Fornes, Brooklyn based Artist and Architect » » https://theverymany.com/ Fidencio Duran, Austin based Visual Artist https://www.fidencioduran.com/ Ryan Dennis, Chief curator and artistic director of the Center for Art & Public Exchange (CAPE) at the Mississippi Museum of Art https://www.ryanndennis.com/ » Michael Anthony Garcia, Austin based Curator https://www.mrmichaelme.com/ » Adriana Hernández Aguirre, Austin based Landscape Designer, https://www.colemanandassoc.com/adriana- Associate ASLA hernandez-aguirre Project advisors will be invited to participate in the process to provide assistance and expertise to the selection panel. Advisors may include: » Rey Hernandez – Landscape Architect, Parks and Recreation » Paulinda Lanham – Project Manager, Public Works Department, Department, City of Austin City of Austin » Bradley Touchstone, Bridge Architect, AECOM » Charlie Chapin—LCRA » Liz Johnston – Watershed Protection Department » Linda Anthony – Community Advisor, Mayor Westlake Hills » Eri Hammack—University of Texas » TBD – AIPP Panel Project Liaison » Celina Zisman – Austin Arts Commission, District 8 2022 May June Nov Dec Prospectus Approved (AIPP Panel and Arts Commission) 2023 March Mid-Design Review Request for Qualifications released Artist Information Session August Call closes Artist Interviews & Selection June/July Conservation Review/RAS/User Department Sept Final Design for approval October Artist Notice to Proceed October Artist Selection Recommendation approval Nov Fabrication City Council Approval Artist under Contract Project Kick-off Community Engagement Possible Construction Project start date Artwork dedication to coincide with Park renovation completion Installation 2024 TBD TBD Tentative Schedule (Subject to Change)