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Library
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Request approval of a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) by and between Visual Artist Charly Palmer, Fulton County on behalf of the Auburn Avenue Research Library and the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library Foundation for the creation of an original artwork to commemorate AARL’s 30th Anniversary. This agreement shall remain in effect from the date of execution.
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
Pursuant to Fulton County Code Sec. 1-117, the Board of Commissioners has exclusive jurisdiction and control in directing and controlling all the property of the county, as they may deem expedient, according to law. Further, pursuant to O.C.G.A. Sec. 36-10-1, all contracts entered into by the county governing authority with other persons on behalf of the county shall be in writing and entered on its minutes.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Arts and Libraries
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Is this a purchasing item?
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Summary & Background (First sentence includes Agency recommendation. Provide an executive summary of the action that gives an overview of the relevant details for the item.)
AARL is celebrating its 30th anniversary and proposes commissioning artist Charly Palmer to create an original art piece that captures the essence of AARL's rich heritage and significance. The County and Foundation seek to use an image created by artist Charly Palmer for fund raising and promotional purposes related to their cultural and educational programs.
The artwork will depict a vibrant collage of historical moments, iconic figures, and symbols representing Atlanta's African American culture and knowledge. It will celebrate AARL's role as a beacon of learning, community, and empowerment on Auburn Avenue.
Scope of Work:
• The painting will serve as the centerpiece for a limited-edition library card (1000 cards).
• Charly Palmer has agreed to personally sign and number 500 cards for distribution.
• The first 500 will be signed and numbered and the additional 500 will not.
• During the month of September 2024 (American Library Association's Library Card Signup Month), new cardholders will receive this special card free of charge, while available.
• The library card will be distributed through the Auburn Avenue Research Library, The Central Library, and at various community libraries to be determined later.
• Existing cardholders can replace their standard FCLS cards for the library system's established $1 replacement fee, allowing them to own a piece of AARL's history.
• The original artwork will be added to the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American Culture and History's archival art collection.
Community Impact: This gives citizens a unique opportunity own a piece of history with a one of a kind design. This also increases citizen engagement and allows patrons a glimpse at the uniqueness of the Auburn Library.
Department Recommendation: The Department recommends approval of this MOU.
Project Implications: There are no project implications
Community Issues/Concerns: There are no community issues or concerns.
Department Issues/Concerns: There are no departmental issues or concerns.
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
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No funding impact related to this item.