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GILLIE AND MARC PUBLIC ART OPPORTUNITY
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At its May 19, 2025, meeting, the Public Art Advisory Committee directed staff to pursue a one-year loan of the bronze sculpture It Was a Windy Day They Would Never Forget by internationally renowned artists Gillie and Marc, to be installed at The Patio at Palm City Place, at a cost of $33,000.
As of June 24, 2025, the artists have presented a unique and unprecedented opportunity to Martin County Art in Public Places by offering the sculpture for permanent acquisition at a price of $33,000, inclusive of shipping. While Gillie and Marc have never extended such an offer before, they expressed that they believe the artwork would have a more meaningful and lasting impact as a permanent installation within the community.
During contract review, staff was made aware that a 10% import tariff will apply. This could change in the next few weeks, consequently, we would ask the PAAC to approve a not to exceed tariff adjustment of $4,125 to accommodate a 10-15% tariff.
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LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW:
This item has been reviewed for legal sufficiency to determine whether it is consistent with applicable law, and legal staff have identified and addressed legal risks and developed strategies for legal defensibility, as applicable.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve additional funds to accommodate the permanent acquisition of the sculpture It Was a Windy Day They Would Never Forget by Gillie and Marc for installation at The Patio at Palm City Place.
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