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Commission approves relocation of 'scuba' wood sculpture to City Beach; staff to contact artist for base repair
Summary
The Arts, Culture & Historic Preservation Commission voted to relocate a carved wooden 'scuba' sculpture to City Beach and asked staff to contact the sculptor about fabricating a new base.
The commission voted on Sept. 9 to relocate a carved wooden sculpture, described in the meeting as the "scuba" piece, to City Beach and to ask staff to contact the artist about repairing or fabricating a new base.
Background and vote: The sculpture, previously near City Hall, had developed structural rot at its base and was moved into storage at City Beach. Commissioners discussed storage location, siting options (marina, near the lake, or under the grandstands) and safety concerns for children climbing on the piece. The commission approved a motion to relocate the sculpture to City Beach and directed staff to contact the artist, Tom Bruner, about fabricating a new, secure base. The motion passed by voice vote with all commissioners present voting “aye.”
Why it matters: Commissioners said the sculpture is thematically appropriate for a lakeside location and likely more visible and accessible there; they also emphasized that an improved base is required for safety and durability.
Implementation and next steps
- Staff (Planning/parks) will contact the artist (identified in the meeting by name) to discuss fabricating a stable base and a timeline for reinstallation. - Commissioners agreed to perform a site visit at City Beach to select a final location and to coordinate with Parks staff for installation and security measures.
Ending
The motion passed unanimously; the commission will reconvene to identify the final placement after the site walk and after staff reports on the artist’s availability and fabrication plan.
