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PARK AVENUE MURAL City of Amherst Downtown Revitalization Program Mural Proposal By Mike Sekletar Tuesday, April 12, 2011

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PARK AVENUE MURALCity of Amherst Downtown Revitalization Program

Mural Proposal By Mike Sekletar

Tuesday, April 12, 2011

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APPLICATIONCity of Amherst Downtown Revitalization Program

Name of Applicant: Mike Sekletar

Mailing Address: 378 Long Street, Amherst, Ohio 44001

Daytime Phone Number: 988 5353

E-Mail: [email protected]

Property Address and Lot No.: 248 Park Avenue, Amherst, Ohio 44001

Present Property Use: Frank J. Janik III, Attorney at Law

Proposed Property Use: Mural Painting on the existing business’ building

Type of Project: Mural Painting with Mounted Flag and Staff

Action Requested: Project Approval

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PARK AVENUE MURAL PROPOSALGlossary of Required Attachments for Review

! Pages 1 & 2 ... Proposed mural project location and ten color photographs of the present facade of the exterior wall of the building to be modified.

! Pages 3, 4 & 5 ... Sketches (virtual images) of the proposed mural of the building wall, shown to scale, with all dimensions and other related changes or modifications.

! Page 6 ... Description of the building materials.

! Pages 7 & 8 ... Ten photographs of the surrounding buildings in all directions with significance within the view scheme.

! Page 9 ...Other: Timeframe, intentions, and other information related to the proposed mural.

! Page 10 ... Private sponsors and local contributions.

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248 PARK AVENUE

! Ten photographs of the present facade of the exterior wall of the building that is to be modified

248 Park Avenue, Amherst, Ohio. Building Owner/Business: Frank J. Janik III , Attorney at Law

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248 PARK AVENUE

! Ten photographs of the present facade of the exterior wall of the building that is to be modified

248 Park Avenue, Amherst, Ohio. Building Owner/Business: Frank J. Janik III , Attorney at Law

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IWO JIMA MURALBlack and white mural painting with live flag and staff mounted on building.

! Sketches (virtual images) of the proposed mural of the building wall, shown to scale, with all dimensions and other related changes or modifications.

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Mural Dimensions: 20’ H x 34’ W

Medium: Sherwin Williams Exterior Paint

Flag, Staff and Bracket:Flag 5’ x 8’

Staff 12’

Bracket will be custom fabricated

to secure flag staff and properly

mounted on the proposed

building wall.

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IWO JIMA MURALBlack and white mural painting with live flag and staff mounted on building.

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BUILDING MATERIALS

! Description of building materials

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Mural Dimensions: 20’ H x 34’ W

Brick wall preparation: Minimal

Medium: Sherwin Williams Exterior Paint

Flag, Staff and Bracket:Flag 5’ x 8’

Staff 12’

Bracket will be custom fabricated to secure flag staff and properly mounted on the proposed building wall.

Lighting: To be determined

Memorial Plaque:To be determined

Further Details to be discussed

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SURROUNDING VIEWS

! Ten photographs of the surrounding buildings in all directions with significance within the view scheme.

248 Park Avenue, Amherst, Ohio.

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SURROUNDING VIEWS

! Ten photographs of the surrounding buildings in all directions with significance within the view scheme.

248 Park Avenue, Amherst, Ohio.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

! Other: Timeframe, intentions, and other information related to the proposed mural project.

Proposed Park Avenue Mural Project

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Proposed Park Avenue Mural Project

My name is Mike Sekletar and I’m a local artist born and raised in Amherst. I came up with the mural idea about a year ago and I’m seeking the opportunity to create the painting as a tribute to the men and women that have served and continue to serve our country.

The iconic photo taken by Joe Rosenthal in 1945 is the most reproduced and arguably the most famous photo ever taken. To many people it signifies much more than the capture of the key position of Mt. Siribachi by the Marines in WWII, it signifies freedom and the privileges we have today because of the men and women who have given their lives for us.

I would like the opportunity to paint the mural in the fashion of original black and white photograph. Using the real flag and staff above the building would definitely be a one of kind. At one time the the National D-Day museum had a similar mural with a flag rising above the building, but they have torn down the original building and the that mural no longer exists. This would be the only one like it in the country.It would be a landmark in Amherst that would bring a tastefully executed painting of the iconic photo and show our support and thanks to the armed forces of the United States .. without being overly militant.

The idea has gained a wide range of local supporters and has been receiving very positive reviews. I have spoken to several local veterans organizations and they are all willing to support the project in various ways. Sherwin Williams has expressed interest in this community project and they are willing to donate materials.Many individuals have expressed interest and are willing to donate their time and money to see the mural come to life.

I am seeking the opportunity to work with the Design Review Board and hopefully manifest this idea into reality.

Thank you for your time and I look forward to speaking with the board further about the mural projects’ details.

-Mike [email protected]

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