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Resolution Authorizing Contract in the Amount of $250,000 Between the City of Greensboro and Studio Displays, Inc., for Community Input and Exhibit Design and Installation of the Ruth Wicker Tribute to Women at Barber Park
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Department: Parks and Recreation
Council District: 1
Public Hearing: N/A
Advertising Date/By: N/A
Contact 1 and Phone: Nasha McCray, 336-433-7360
Contact 2 and Phone: Shawna Tillery, 336-373-7808
PURPOSE:
The Ruth Wicker Tribute to Women at Barber Park is part of the Barber Park Phase II park development and consists of the construction of an exhibit space and community building, previously approved by City Council. The purpose of the Ruth Wicker Tribute to Women is to create an innovative and unique venue to honor and showcase contributions of women that have impacted, influenced, transformed, or shaped the rich history of Greensboro in a variety of ways. Due to the specialized nature of the project, an exhibit design firm is needed to develop the content and design of the space, in keeping with the trust donation received from the Mrs. Ruth Wicker Estate.
BACKGROUND:
In 2009, the Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council approved the Barber Park Master Plan Phase II to include the construction of a new community building/tribute to women and other recreational improvements to the park. On June 16, 2009, the City Council approved a resolution accepting a $900,000 donation from the Last Will and Testament and Revocable Trust of Ruth Wicker for the design and construction of the tribute space. Local Architect, Shermin Ata, was commissioned by the City to provide professional design services for the project. In early 2010, community meetings were held to provide an update to and receive input from community residents on the design of the site and proposed amenities. City Council approved the contract with Holden Builders in 2016 for the construction of the community building and exhibit space.
Due to the speci...
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