Department of Public Works Approval to Install Enduring Heroes Memorial Sculpture in Honor of Pasadena Area Fallen Soldiers Defenders Parkway West September 28, 2015

Department of Public Works Background Enduring Heroes Memorial Committee request Honor Pasadena area fallen soldiers and all armed service members (Iraq-Afghanistan War) Proposed placement of a memorial within the City Preliminary conversations with City Staff Site Alternatives 2

Department of Public Works Preliminary Proposal Received City Staff Review Provided Comments to Applicant Applicant Submitted Official Proposal Recreation and Parks Commission City Council Consideration 3 Process

Department of Public Works Enduring Heroes Memorial April 2015September

Department of Public Works Proposed Location 5 The proposed location is approximately 75-feet from the SW corner of the street. Project location is tentative pending the issuance of Public Works and Building permits.

Department of Public Works May 2015: Recreation and Parks Commission  Allow more time for public comment and allow ACC time to review and comment May 2015: Arts and Culture Commission  Letter to Recreation and Parks Commission September 2015: Recreation and Parks Commission  Voted 3-2 to endorse the Enduring Heroes proposal 6 Commission Review

Department of Public Works Policy CriteriaConsideration Appropriateness: A World War I memorial flagpole (Defenders Parkway East) Granite monument dedicated to Soldiers, Sailors and Marines who served in the Revolutionary War, the Civil War, the Spanish- American War, and World War I. Compatibility: Internal City review has found the design concept and location to be suitable. Impact on Park Use: Located in a passive, landscaped area of the park. Will not interfere with any Tournament of Roses Parade or other special events. Aesthetics: Excellent craftsmanship and attention to detail. City staff reviewed the artist’s resume and viewed previous artwork. Maintenance: Applicant has committed to assuming maintenance responsibilities through the pledge to use an art conservator and establish a maintenance endowment. Safety: Address potential safety concerns such as the elimination of potential sharp edges (cut out stars) Policy Application 7

Department of Public Works Policy Compliance 8 Public Outreach  Notification sent to all property owners who are located within 1,000 feet of the proposed site.

Department of Public Works Public Comment Public Park and Recreational Facility Public Monument Policy (Previous)  Concept Review – Public Participation  Design – Lack of Community Involvement Newly adopted Public Monument Policy 9

Department of Public Works Next Steps An executed License Agreement for use of Public Park Land Performance Bond/Letter of Credit Issuance of Permits (Public Works and Building) Project Construction  A prevailing wage project 10