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Commission reviews ~$4,000 repair estimate for public sculpture; material choice debated
Summary
A local artist quoted just under $4,000 to repair a damaged public sculpture; commissioners discussed using cedar for longevity versus restoring original Douglas fir and noted a $500 repair donation in hand while seeking further guidance on historic integrity.
Commissioners reviewed a repair estimate for a publicly viewable sculpture and discussed material options and funding. Shatrin Craig reported that a local artist inspected the piece and provided an estimate of just under $4,000 to perform the repair; the commission currently has a $500 donation available in its repair fund.
Members debated whether to replace damaged elements in the original Douglas fir or to use cedar for greater longevity. Commissioners asked staff to check with donors and historic stakeholders about material choices and to confirm whether changing species would affect the piece’s historical authenticity or donor recognition. The commission agreed to follow up with the artist to clarify the scope, options and a cost breakdown before deciding on an expenditure or additional fundraising.
Next steps: staff will confirm historical/donor constraints, ask the artist for a detailed estimate (including welding/bolting costs), and return with options for funding the repair.
