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Description: The proj ect will consist of a sculpture set within a small semi -circle of park: benches located on a public site under the jurisdiction of the City of San Marcos Department of Park:s and Recreation. Proposed sculpture will be an artist's rendition of the Tonk:awa Chief Placido, based upon existing historical renderings of that individual's lik:eness. The sculpture will be a bust set upon a base of granite. A bronze plaque will contain relief copy briefly describing Placido's contribution to the American immigrant settlement of the area surrounding the headwaters of the San Marcos River, currently comprising Hays and surrounding counties along the Balcones Fault. The plaque will contain fewer than 200 words, will be no more than 18 inches on a side, and will be set on the base of the sculpture. The plaque will contain text identifying the sculptor and identifying the sculpture as a contribution of Leadership San Marcos. Set among approximately four 8 foot park: benches, the site will be approximately 24 feet across and approximately 16 feet deep, and will create an informal historical educational opportunity and a place for quiet reflection in a park: setting with the focus on the sculpture. (Please see attachment for layout Location: As planned for a public site, the project location is subject to city approval. Adjacent to Old Fish Hatchery Building on the west side of the river, in the fork: in the sidewalk: approaching the footbridge; Sculptor: The Class of 2007 has contacted Eric Slocombe, a noted and gifted local sculptor. Mr. Slocombe has agreed to do the sculpting in clay, donating his time, ask:ing that Leadership San Marcos pay only for his materials. Mr. Slocombe has an ongoing relationship with a Bastrop foundry that will cast the sculpture in bronze. Costs: Leadership San Marcos will be responsible for the foundry costs, for the stone or concrete base, for the informational plaque, and for the benches surrounding the sculpture. Foundry costs are estimated to be between $12,000 and $15,000 for a bust approximately 36 inches high. The cost of the base is estimated to be approximately $3,000 (polished pink: granite). Mr. Slocombe's materials are estimated to cost approximately $500. Park: benches, 8 feet long, set on two 2.5 inch pipes, mounted in concrete are available through municipal and school supply sources for $300 -$400 each, plus shipping. Shipping is estimated at approximately $200. Bench installation and incidental concrete work: may be donated by Gary Job Corps or other volunteer sourcing. Total estimated range between $15,000 and $20,000. Cash outlays will be required in December (artist's materials, $500), in early April (advance on mold and foundry charges, $7,000 - $10,000), and October (final payment to foundry, plus installation). Payment for educational/informational plaque or plaques will be required prior to project completion, scheduled for mid-October of 2007.