Meeting Summary
The city council received an update on the Bicentennial Park action plan, focusing on the relocation and placement of monuments and art. Recommendations from a charette and the Oklahoma City Art Commission were presented, outlining new locations for the Stanley Draper, General Thomas P. Stafford, and Wiley Post statues, while ensuring Bicentennial monuments and many plaques remain within Bicentennial Park.
Key Decisions & Votes
Stanley Draper Statue Relocation
N/AThe Stanley Draper statue is recommended to be placed on the west side lawn of City Hall.
General Thomas P. Stafford Statue Relocation
N/AThe General Thomas P. Stafford statue is recommended to be placed at Stars and Stripes Park in North Oklahoma City, north of the new rocket ship playgrounds.
Wiley Post Statue Relocation
N/AThe Wiley Post statue is recommended for placement at Wiley Post Park on South Robinson, with a temporary placement planned soon and a long-term integration into a major park renovation project in 4-5 years.
Bicentennial Monuments Placement
N/AThe Bicentennial monuments and all associated pieces are recommended to remain and be integrated into the design of Bicentennial Park.
Various Plaques Placement
N/AVarious and sundry plaques, some unrelated to statues, are recommended to remain in Bicentennial Park where possible, or at the base of related statues. Consideration will be given to placing plaques like the 'Mighty Oak' near a real oak tree if appropriate.
Financial Matters
Bicentennial Park Construction Contract
A contract has been issued, and work has begun on the park construction.
Coming Up
Watch For
- Consultant to integrate recommendations into the design and present to council after appropriate committee review.
- Long-term renovation of Wiley Post Park, including a potential hanger for the Winnie May plane and the Wiley Post statue, anticipated in 4-5 years.
Agenda Summary
Bicentennial Park Monuments and Art Placement Update
A report on the action plan for Bicentennial Park, including recommendations for the placement of statues and monuments following a charette and review by the Oklahoma City Art Commission.