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Authorize negotiation and execution of an agreement with artist Elizabeth Fenci in an amount not to exceed $90,000 for artwork for the Asian American Resource Center – Phase II Improvements Art in Public Places Project. Funding: $90,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Parks and Recreation.
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Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment.
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Funding in the amount of $90,000 is available in the Capital Budget of Austin Parks and Recreation.
For More Information:
Angela Means, Director, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment, 512-974-1624; Melissa Alvarado, Division Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment, 512-974-7870; Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment, 512-974-7852.
Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action:
September 21, 2026 – Recommended by the Arts Commission unanimously on consent with a 7-0 vote.
September 14, 2026 – Recommended by the Art in Public Places Panel with a 6-0 vote. Recommended artist Elizabeth Fenci, and alternate artist Candy Yu Yen Kuo.
Additional Backup Information:
Art in Public Places (AIPP) of Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME), and Austin Parks and Recreation sought to commission one local mid-career professional visual artist or artist-led team to design, fabricate, and install a two- and/or three-dimensional exterior artwork at the Asian American Resource Center, 8401 Cameron Road.
The Asian American Resource Center AIPP project centers around the development of a multipurpose pavilion that integrates with the existing great lawn. The pavilion is envisioned as a flexible, year-round venue designed to host a variety of small to medium-sized programs and events. Key planned features include a performance area, accessible amenities, and supporting infrastructure for diverse community activities. This project is designed to provide a high-quality, versatile space tha...
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