HomeMy Public PortalAboutAB 23-165 Deaccession of Cairns public artwork by Amy WestoverMcCALL CITY COUNCIL 216 East Park Street
AGENDA BILL McCall, Idaho 83638
Number AB 23-165
Meeting Date August 3, 2023
AGENDA ITEM INFORMATION
SUBJECT:
Request to approve deaccessioning of “Cairns” public artwork by Amy Westover
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SUMMARY STATEMENT:
The “Cairns: A Natural Marker” public artwork by Amy Westover is a series of five inverse stacked stone markers that were installed in 2005 to provide wayfinding for a then disjointed
city pathway system. Today, the pathway system has achieved greater connectivity and wayfinding signage has been installed, making the artwork less effective. Additionally, many of
the cairn markers have reached the end of their lifespan with broken stones and listing stacks that are unrepairable without full reconstruction.
The project artist, Amy Westover, has been consulted regarding the condition of the “Cairns” and agrees that the artwork has reached the end of its lifespan and no longer serves its
original purpose. At its June 24, 2023, meeting, the City of McCall Public Art Advisory Committee unanimously recommended that the “Cairns” artwork be deaccessioned from the public
art collection and the markers be removed whenever deemed by staff to be appropriate.
Attached is a photo of the current condition of the “Cairns” marker installed at the railroad right of way pathway where it meets E. Deinhard Lane.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve deaccessioning of “Cairns” public artwork by Amy Westover.
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