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Fire Station 37 Artwork Commission Addendum
This Artwork Commission Addendum is entered into by and between the City of Fort Worth ("City"),
a home -rule municipality of the State of Texas, acting by and through its duty authorized Assistant City
Manager, and Kathleen Warwick ("Artist"), an individual located at 6004 Vickery Boulevard, Dallas, Texas.
The City has designated the Arts Council of Fort Worth and Tarrant County, Inc. DB/A Arts Fort Worth
("Contract Manager") to manage this agreement on its behalf. The Contract Manager shall act through its
designated Public Art Project Manager.
WHEREAS, the Final Design Addendum to City Secretary Contract No. 64307 was executed on
March 4, 2026; and
WHEREAS, on May 18, 2026, the FWAC approved Artist's Final Design and recommended that the
Artist be commissioned to fabricate, deliver, and install the Artwork at the Site; and
WHEREAS, on March 31, 2026, the Fort Worth City Council authorized the execution of this
Artwork Commission Addendum; and
WHEREAS, City and Artist wish to set out the terms and conditions under which the Commission
phase will be completed;
NOW, THEREFORE, City and Artist, for and in consideration of the covenants and agreements
hereinafter set forth, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, agree as follows:
ARTICLE 19
EFFECTIVE DATE OF ARTWORK COMMISSION ADDENDUM
The effective date of this Commission Addendum is the date this Addendum is executed by the City.
ARTICLE 20
ARTWORK COMMISSION PHASE SCOPE OF SERVICES AND DELIVERABLES
20.1 Acknowledgment.
City and Artist acknowledge that Artist's Final Design, as described and depicted in the attached
Exhibit "J," was reviewed and approved by the FWAC on May 18, 2026.
20.2. Artwork Commission Scope of Services.
a. Artist shall perform all services and shall furnish all supplies, materials, and equipment as necessary
for fabricating, delivering, and installing the Work at the Site. Services shall be performed in a
professional manner and in strict compliance with all terms and conditions in the Agreement, the Final
Design Addendum, and this Commission Addendum.
b. Artist shall determine the artistic expression, scope, design, color, size, material, and texture of the
Work, subject to review and acceptance by City as set forth in the Agreement, the Final Design
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
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Addendum, and this Artwork Commission Addendum. The location at the Site where the Work shall
be installed shall be mutually agreed upon by City and Artist.
C. Artist, upon request of Contract Manager, shall provide information and/or attend meetings with
appropriate City staff for purposes of risk assessment, safety review, siting of the Work, permitting,
and accessibility, as applicable.
d. Artist shall meet and coordinate with the City's staff, Project Consultant(s), contractors, and others, as
necessary, to ensure proper integration and installation of the Work into the Site, as applicable,
including, but not limited to, artwork location and installation equipment brought onto the Site.
e. Artist shall install the Work at the Site on dates mutually agreed upon by Artist and City.
f. Upon request of Contract Manager, Artist shall consult with a qualified art conservator and shall
provide written maintenance recommendations for the Work from said conservator to the Contract
Manager, if not provided under Final Design Addendum.
g. Artist shall participate in one public education event in Fort Worth at a mutually agreed upon date and
time, to be completed within one year of the completed installation date.
h. Artist shall make their best effort to be available at such time(s) as may be set by the City to attend
any inauguration or presentation ceremonies relating to the transfer of the Work to City. City shall use
its best efforts to arrange for publicity for the completed Work in such art publications and otherwise
as may be determined by City as soon as practicable following installation.
i. Artist shall allow video recording and photography of their participation during activities related to
this Project such as presentations and meetings.
If Artist intends to seek their own publicity for the Work, including publication of the artwork design
on Artist's website, social media, or press/media release(s), all such publicity must be approved, in
advance, by Contract Manager, and shall credit the City of Fort Worth in substantially the following
form, "an original artwork commissioned by the City of Fort Worth, Texas." A social media plan must
be approved, in advance, by Contract Manager, and shall include the hashtag "ublicart.
20.3. City Assistance.
Artist may request from the City scaled drawings of the Site, if available, and City shall communicate
with Artist as necessary regarding proposed building materials and site planning issues.
20.4. Execution of Work.
a. Artist shall furnish the Schedule to the Contract Manager within fifteen business days after the
Effective Date of the Commission Addendum. After written approval of the Schedule by Contract
Manager, Artist shall fabricate, deliver, and install the Work in accordance with the Schedule.
Schedule changes may be accomplished by written agreement between Artist and Contract Manager.
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b. City and/or Contract Manager, upon written request, shall have the right to review the Work during its
fabrication and/or to request visual documentation of the fabrication. Artist shall, upon written request
by the City or Contract Manager, provide a written progress report detailing the progress made toward
completion of the Work and the remainder of work to be done to complete the Work. Artist shall
comply with any request made by the City and/or Contract Manager pursuant to this Article 20.4 within
thirty calendar days after receipt of the written request.
C. Artist shall complete the fabrication of the Work in accordance with the approved Final Design. Artist
shall present to the Contract Manager, in writing, for further review and approval, any changes in the
scope, design, color, size, material, or texture of the Work. The Contract Manager, in its sole discretion,
shall determine whether the changes are significant or otherwise do not conform to the approved Final
Design. If the Contract Manager determines that the changes do not conform to the approved Final
Design, then the changes may be presented to the FWAC for review and approval at a regularly
scheduled or special called meeting of the FWAC. If any disputes arise thereafter, the Parties shall first
attempt to resolve those disputes in accordance with the dispute resolution process set forth in Article
5 of this Agreement.
20.5. Delivery and Installation.
a. Artist shall carry insurance as set out in Exhibit "D," previously attached to the Agreement. Evidence
of required insurance shall be submitted to the Contract Manager prior to installation of the Work on
City property. However, if any part of the fabrication process will be conducted on City property,
then Artist shall submit evidence of required insurance to the Contract Manager prior to performance
of that work. Evidence of subsequent renewals of said insurance is required until City has taken
possession of the Work. Except as provided in Commission Addendum Section 20.8 hereof, the risk
of damage to or loss of the Work shall, during fabrication and installation, shall be solely that of
Artist. This risk shall transfer to City upon installation completion and shall no longer be the
responsibility of Artist upon installation of the Work.
b. Artist shall notify City, through its Contract Manager, in writing when fabrication of the Work is
completed and is ready for its delivery and installation at the Site.
C. Artist shall be responsible for obtaining and paying for all necessary permits and any required traffic
barriers appropriate for this Project.
d. Artist is responsible for installing all elements of the Work. Artist shall coordinate the installation of
the Work with City and Contract Manager. Delivery and installation activities may not commence
until written permission is delivered to Artist by the City.
e. Artist shall be responsible for all costs associated with the materials, fabrication, and installation of
the Work, including, but not limited to, equipment rentals, transportation, and labor.
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f. Should Artist complete fabrication of the Work in advance of the approved installation date, Artist
shall store the Work at no expense to City until such a time as the Site is completed and the Contract
Manager notifies Artist that installation may commence.
g. Artist, individually and through its subcontractors, including its fabricator and/or installer, shall take
all necessary precautions to protect and preserve the integrity and finish of the Site, including but not
limited to interior finishes, painted structures, pathways, and landscaping, while delivering and
installing the Work. If City determines, in its sole discretion, that Artist or Artist's subcontractors
have damaged the Site, then City shall inform Artist, in writing, of the damage. Artist, at their own
expense, shall have thirty days from receipt of City's written notice to repair the damage to the Site
to the satisfaction of City. If Artist fails to repair the damages to the satisfaction of City within thirty
days after receipt of the notice, or within the deadline otherwise agreed to by the parties, then City
shall have the right to deduct the cost of repairs from any remaining payment due to Artist under this
Agreement, which shall be in addition to any and all other rights and remedies available to City at
law or in equity.
20.6. Post -installation.
a. Artist shall provide to Contract Manager written instructions for appropriate maintenance and
preservation of the Work using the Technical and Maintenance Record, attached hereto as Exhibit "K."
The appropriate maintenance and preservation instructions shall not be substantially different from the
maintenance and preservation anticipated and conveyed to City for the Work in the Final Design
Addendum.
b. Within thirty days after the installation of the Work, Artist shall furnish Contract Manager with a set
of at least fifteen high -resolution digital images (.tiff format) and fifteen low -resolution digital images
(.jpeg format) showing each element of the Work, including detail shots during and after installation,
with at least ten of these images showing the Work installed.
20.7. Final Acceptance.
a. Artist shall notify City and Contract Manager, in writing, when all services for fabrication, delivery,
and installation of the Work have been completed in accordance with the terms of this Artwork
Commission Addendum. Included in such notice from Artist shall be an Affidavit of Bills Paid,
attached hereto as Exhibit "L," certifying that all bills relating to services or supplies used in the
performance of the Artwork Commission Addendum have been paid.
b. City shall notify Artist in writing of its Final Acceptance of the Work.
C. Final Acceptance shall be effective as of the earlier to occur of: (1) the date of City's notification of
Final Acceptance; or (2) the thirty-fifth day after Artist sends the written notice to City required under
this Article 20.7, unless City, upon receipt of such notice and prior to the expiration of the thirty -five -
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day period, gives Artist written notice specifying and describing anything that has not been completed
pursuant to the Commission Addendum.
20.8. Risk of Loss.
The risk of loss or damage to the Work shall be borne by Artist prior to completed artwork installation,
and Artist shall take such measures as are necessary to protect the Work from loss or damage until this time,
including, but not limited to, the purchase of property loss insurance, except that the risk of loss or damage
shall be borne by City prior to completed artwork installation during such periods of time as the partially or
wholly completed Work is in the custody, control, or supervision of City or its agents for the purposes of
moving, storing, or performing any other ancillary services to the Work.
20.9. Warranties of Quality and Condition.
a. Artist represents and warrants that all work will be performed in accordance with professional,
"workmanlike" standards and free from defective or inferior materials and workmanship (including
any defects consisting of "inherent vice" or qualities that cause or accelerate deterioration of the
Work) for at least one year after the date of Final Acceptance.
b. Artist represents and warrants that the Work and the materials used are not currently known to be
harmful to public health and safety.
C. If, within one year after Final Acceptance, City observes any breach of warranty described in this
Article 20.9 that is curable by Artist, City shall give written notice to Artist of such breach with
reasonable promptness. Artist shall, at the request of City, cure the breach satisfactorily and consistent
with professional conservation standards (in accordance with the American Institute of Conservation
Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice) and/or construction standards, including, but not limited
to, any standards set forth by City, within thirty calendar days after receipt of the written notice, at
no expense to City.
d. If within one year after Final Acceptance City observes any breach of warranty described in this
Article 20.9 that is not curable by Artist, Artist is responsible for reimbursing City for damages,
expenses, and losses incurred by City as a result of the breach. However, if Artist disclosed the risk
of this breach in the approved Final Design and City accepted that it may occur, it shall not be deemed
a breach for purposes of this Article 20.9.
e. If after one year from Final Acceptance and during Artist's lifetime City observes any breach of
warranty described in this Section 20.9 that is curable by Artist, City shall give written notice to Artist
to make or supervise repair or restorations at a reasonable fee. Artist shall notify City, in writing,
within thirty calendar days after receipt of the notice as to whether Artist will make or supervise the
repairs or restorations. Should Artist fail to respond within the thirty calendar day deadline or be
unwilling to accept reasonable compensation under the industry standard, City may seek the services
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of a qualified restorative conservator and maintenance expert.
f. Acceptable Standard of Display. Artist represents and warrants each of the following:
i. General routine cleaning and repair of the Work and any associated working parts and/or
equipment will maintain the Work within an acceptable standard of public display.
ii. Foreseeable exposure to the elements and general wear and tear will cause the Work to
experience only minor repairable damages and will not cause the Work to fall below an
acceptable standard of public display.
iii. With general routine cleaning and repair, and within the context of reasonably foreseeable
exposure to the elements and general wear and tear, the Work will not experience irreparable
conditions that do not fall within an acceptable standard of public display, including, but not
limited to, mold, rust, fracturing, staining, chipping, tearing, abrading, and/or peeling.
g. Manufacturer's Warranties. To the extent the Work incorporates products covered by a
manufacturer's warranty, Artist shall provide copies of such warranties to City.
h. If City fails to maintain the Work in good condition, Artist shall have the right to disown the Work
as Artist's creation and request that all credits be removed from the Work and reproductions thereof
until the Work's condition is satisfactorily repaired.
ARTICLE 21
ARTIST'S RIGHTS
21.1. Identification.
City may include Artist on the Fort Worth Public Art website (www.fwpublicart.org) or other social
media platforms during any phase of the Project and will provide appropriate credit to Artist. Upon completion
of the Work, Contract Manager shall include credit to Artist on the Fort Worth Public Art website and facilitate
the design, purchase, and installation of a permanent plaque at the Site.
21.2. Maintenance.
City recognizes that maintenance of the Work is essential to the integrity of the Work. City will, to
the best of its ability, and to the extent practicable, and in accordance with appropriated funding, maintain
and protect the Work, taking into account the maintenance instructions provided by Artist.
21.3. Repairs and Restoration.
a. City shall have the right to determine when and if repairs and restorations to the Work will be made.
b. All repairs and restorations shall be made in accordance with recognized conservation standards (in
accordance with the American Institute of Conservation Code of Ethics and Guidelines for Practice)
and/or construction standards, including, but not limited to, any standards set forth by City.
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When emergency repairs are necessary to prevent the loss of or further damage to the Work or to
prevent risks to the public, such repairs shall be undertaken or arranged by City as appropriate, and
such repairs shall not be deemed to constitute artistic alteration.
21.4. Alteration of the Work or of the Site.
a. City agrees that it will not willfully destroy, damage, or modify the Work, except as provided in
Article 21.4.b. and 21.4.c. below.
b. In the event that the City determines the Site will be altered, sold, or no longer used by City and the
Work is integrated into a building, structure, or realty, City shall have the right to remove the Work
by any means, including destruction. City may give Artist written notice of its intent to take such
action under this Article 21.4.
C. In the event that the City determines the Site will be altered, sold, or no longer used by City and the
Work is freestanding, or incorporated into a building, structure, or realty such that it may be removed
without damaging or destroying the Work or the building or structure, City at its sole discretion may
relocate, sell, or store the Work. If City chooses not to relocate, sell, or store the Work, Artist may be
given written notice and ninety days to remove the Work at Artist's sole expense. Upon Artist's failure
to remove the Work during the 90-day period, City shall have the right to remove and dispose of the
Work by any means, including its destruction.
d. In the event the Work is substantially damaged or altered, City shall no longer represent the Work as
that of Artist if Artist gives written notice to City that it is the position of Artist to deny authorship on
the grounds stated in this Article 21.4.
e. City shall, at all times, have the right to move the Work or remove it from public display. City shall
also have the right to sell or trade the Work.
21.5. Record Retention.
City shall maintain a record of this Agreement and of the location and disposition of the Work
consistent with City's document retention schedule.
21.6. Additional Rights and Remedies.
Nothing contained in this Article 21 shall be construed as a limitation on such other rights and
remedies available to Artist under the law which may now or in the future be applicable.
ARTICLE 22
ARTWORK COMMISSION COMPENSATION AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE
22.1. Compensation.
Total compensation to Artist under this Artwork Commission Addendum shall be in an amount not to
exceed ONE HUNDRED THIRTY-SEVEN THOUSAND, TWO DOLLARS AND NO CENTS
($137,002.00), which shall constitute full compensation for all services to be performed and materials to be
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furnished by Artist under this Agreement, including, but not limited to, fabrication, transportation, installation,
remaining Artist's Fee of $8,995.00, insurance, incidental costs, a City -held contingency of $16,357.00, all
travel expenses, and any other costs associated with the Work. The Parties may amend this Commission
Addendum to allow for additional payment if additional services are required.
22.2. Pavment Schedule.
City agrees to pay Artist under this Commission Addendum in the following installments, each
installment to represent full and final, non-refundable payment for all services and materials provided prior to
the due date thereof:
a. FORTY-TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($42,000.00) within thirty calendar days
of the Effective Date of this Addendum and after City issuance of a purchase order.
b. THIRTY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($30,000.00) within thirty calendar days of
Contract Manager's verification of 50% fabrication.
C. TWENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($20,000.00) within thirty calendar days of
Contract Manager's verification that the Work is 100% fabricated and ready to install.
d. TWENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($20,000.00) within thirty calendar days of
Contract Manager's verification that the Work is installed.
e. EIGHT THOUSAND, SIX HUNDRED FORTY-FIVE DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($8,645.00)
within thirty-five days after Final Acceptance and receipt by City of such documentation as it may
require concerning payment of services and supplies rendered to Artist (see Commission Addendum
Article 20.7.a.); provided, however, that final delivery shall not be tendered prior to the expiration of
thirty days after Final Acceptance.
f. A City -held contingency of up to SIXTEEN THOUSAND, THREE HUNDRED FIFTY-SEVEN
DOLLARS AND NO CENTS ($16,357.00) for costs associated with the Work that are incurred by
the Artist due to unforeseen changes in materials, fabrication, or installation costs. Payments using
contingency funds will only be made upon (i) approval, in advance, by the Contract Manager of the
additional costs, and (ii) receipt of supporting documentation from the Artist. Any unused
contingency funds shall remain with the City.
ARTICLE 23
TERM OF ARTWORK COMMISSION ADDENDUM
This Artwork Commission Addendum shall take effect on the date it is executed by the City and,
unless terminated earlier pursuant to the provisions of the Agreement, shall extend until final payment to Artist
by City of any amounts due hereunder.
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ARTICLE 24
CONTINUATION OF AGREEMENT
The Parties hereby acknowledge and agree that, unless explicitly modified by the terms of this Artwork
Commission Addendum, all other terms and conditions of the original Agreement and the Final Design
Addendum remain in full force and effect and shall apply throughout the duration of this Artwork Commission
Addendum.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Commission Addendum as of the
Effective Date stated in Article 19.
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Contract Authorization: M&C # 26-0212
OFFICIAL RECORD
CITY SECRETARY
FT. WORTH, TX
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Exhibit J: Approved Final Design
Design Description:
Inspired by the current Fire Station 37 patch, which features a black long -horned ram, the approved conceptual
design is a contemporary stone sculpture honoring the resilience, strength, and heroism of Fire Station 37
firefighters and first responders. The centerpiece is a powerful black marble Bighorn Ram —Station 37's "black
sheep" mascot —depicted charging forward through billowing smoke, symbolizing courage, tenacity, and the
willingness to run toward danger. The ram emerges from sculpted smoke forms that subtly reference iconic
firefighting imagery, reinforcing the profession's identity and mission.
The sculpture rises from a strong vertical pillar mounted on an architectural plinth clad in materials matching
the new firehouse, creating visual continuity with the building. The front of the pillar displays the number "37"
and Fort Worth's longhorn emblem, while the rear features engraved words describing the firefighters' core
values —sourced directly from the Station 37 community —to serve as daily inspiration. Based on input from
the Project Core Team, one side will feature flora and fawna to honor the brush fire team at the station, and the
other will have homes and cityscape to honor the EMS team for the work they do in serving the people from
homes to workplaces.
Carved from black marble, the sculpture combines permanence and historical gravitas with a contemporary
aesthetic. Polished black surfaces contrast with textured grey tones in the ram's horns and smoke, emphasizing
movement, depth, and visual drama. At approximately 7-8 feet tall including the plinth, the piece is designed
for prominent placement along a key pedestrian path, ensuring visibility for both the public and station
personnel. The lower section of the plinth will be clad in brick matching that of the Fire Station.
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Exhibit K: Technical and Maintenance Record
GENERAL INFORMATION
Artist:
Address:
Telephone:
Cell:
E-mail:
Gallery Affiliation:
Other Representation:
ARTWORK
Title of Artwork:
Project Name and Location Address:
FWPA Project Manager:
Description of Artwork: (attach separately if necessary):
Artwork Dimensions:
Height:
Pedestal or Pad Material: _
Pedestal or Pad Dimensions:
Height:
Width:
Width:
Location & Description of Signature Markings (or copyright):
Edition Information if applicable:
Date of Execution:
Depth:
Depth:
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Place of Execution:
Collaborating Artist:
Fabricator (if other than artist)
Fabricator Address:
Methods/Materials Used in Execution of Artwork
Materials (list type, brand name, and manufacturer of all materials; attach Material Safety & Technical Data;
include contact names for all suppliers and attach warranty information):
Construction Description (list all fabricators and any architects, engineers, or other technicians involved in
the creation and installation of this artwork; attach all warranties & agreements):
Material(s) Specifications:
Joining Methods:
Welding Rod Alloy or Joint Material & Application Method:
Casting Alloy, Wax Body, Glass, or Fiber Type:
Finishes & Coatings (paint color and type, glaze, patina, any and all coatings including fixative, UV, graffiti,
etc.; please list vendors and contact information and provide all product information):
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Pedestals, Foundations & Footings, Mountings, and Attachment Applications
(list all materials used to install artwork on site; include vendor information, parts numbers, warranties, and
agreements):
Integrated Components
List all components included in design and fabrication contracts that function as a part of the final
installation, including but not limited to: lighting, media, landscaping, etc. Include all vendor information,
parts numbers, warranties, and agreements and any/all design schematics.
Installation
Installation Date:
Installation Method (describe installation method; provide photo documentation if available;list name and
contact information of installation crew; attach any diagrams or disassembly instructions):
Recommended Routine Maintenance
Artist recommendation based on experience and consultation with conservation expert:
Artist's Conservation Consultant
Name:
Address:
Phone:
(Please attach Conservator's Long -Term Maintenance Recommendations)
Unusual or Special Circumstances of Note:
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Artist's Intention
Please describe your view of how the artwork will change over time, including in response to environmental
conditions. Artist's vision of how the artwork will look in the future assists FWPA in creating an appropriate
conservation action plan. In addition to environmental conditions, public artworks are often affected by
public handling, landscaping, and site changes. Please clearly detail your expectations for this artwork.
Please address issues related to the life expectancy of this artwork.
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AFFIDAVIT OF BILLS PAID
Date:
Affiant ("Artist"):
Project:
Exhibit L: Affidavit of Bills Paid
Affiant, on oath, swears that the following statement is true:
Affiant has paid each of Affiant's contractors, laborers, and materialmen in full for all labor and materials
provided to Affiant for the construction of any and all improvements on the Project. Affiant is not indebted to
any person, firm, or corporation by reason of any such construction. There are no claims pending for personal
injury and/or property damages.
Affiant Signature:
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO before me, the undersigned authority, on this the
day of , 20
Notary Public, State of Texas
Print Name
Commission Expires
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 03/31/26 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 26-0212
LOG NAME: 84 FIRE STATION 37 PUBLIC ART PROJECT
SUBJECT
(CD 4) Authorize Execution of Artwork Commission Contract with Kathleen Warwick in an Amount Up to $133,602.00 for Fabrication, Delivery,
Installation, and Contingencies for Artwork to be Located at the New Fire Station 37, 10600 Alta Vista Road, Fort Worth, Texas 76244 (2022 Bond
Program)
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council authorize execution of artwork commission contract with Kathleen Warwick in an amount up to
$133,602.00 for fabrication, delivery, installation, and contingencies for artwork to be located at the new Fire Station 37, 10600 Alta Vista Road,
Fort Worth, Texas 76244.
DISCUSSION:
The purpose of this Mayor and Council Communication (M&C) is to authorize execution of commission contract with Kathleen Warwick.
Inspired by the current Fire Station 37 patch, which features a black long -horned ram, the approved conceptual design by artist Kathleen Warwick
is a contemporary stone sculpture honoring the resilience, strength, and heroism of Fire Station 37 firefighters and first responders. The
centerpiece is a powerful black marble Bighorn Ram — Station 37's "black sheep" mascot — depicted charging forward through billowing smoke,
symbolizing courage, tenacity, and the willingness to run toward danger. The ram emerges from sculpted smoke forms that subtly reference iconic
firefighting imagery, reinforcing the profession's identity and mission.
The sculpture rises from a strong vertical pillar mounted on an architectural plinth clad in materials matching the new firehouse, creating visual
continuity with the building. The front of the pillar displays the number "37" and Fort Worth's longhorn emblem, while the rear features engraved
words describing the firefighters' core values — sourced directly from the Station 37 community — to serve as daily inspiration.
Carved from black marble, the sculpture combines permanence and historical gravitas with a contemporary aesthetic. Polished black surfaces
contrast with textured grey tones in the ram's horns and smoke, emphasizing movement, depth, and visual drama. At approximately 8 feet tall
including the plinth, the piece is designed for prominent placement near the entry of the fire station, ensuring visibility for both the public and station
personnel.
Although the artist's final design has not yet been approved by the Fort Worth Art Commission, in order to streamline the timeline for
commissioning of the sculpture, staff recommends Council authorize a commission contract with this M&C, subject to the Art Commission
approving the final design at an Art Commission meeting. This will allow the artist to complete the final design and, upon Art Commission approval
of the final design, proceed to a commission contract, expediting completion of the artwork in alignment with the completion of construction of Fire
Station 37. However, no commission contract will be executed until a final design has been approved by the Art Commission.
Fort Worth Art Commission (FWAC) Action:
Kathleen Warwick was one of three finalist artists contracted to create conceptual design proposals during the artist selection process. On
February 16, 2026, the Fort Worth Art Commission approved the selection of Artist Kathleen Warwick and the artist's proposed Conceptual
Design and recommended Kathleen Warwick be placed under an artwork final design contract. The final design will be approved by the Fort Worth
Art Commission before the artist can move into the commission phase.
Funding for the Fire Station 37 Public Art Project was approved as part of the Public Art Plan for the 2022 Bond Program, adopted by the Fort
Worth City Council on November 29, 2022, as M&C 22-0935. The project was included in the Fort Worth Public Art Fiscal Year 2026 Annual
Work Plan, adopted by the Fort Worth City Council December 9, 2025, as M&C 25-1127.
The artist shall require their subcontractors to obtain all permits required for this project, however, the City shall waive any fees for these permits as
this project is funded by City funds.
PROJECT BUDGET
AMOUNT
CONTRACT
Public Art Project Management
$29925.00
City Secretary Contract
Allocation
(CSC) #63991
Conceptual Design Proposals
$6,000.00
CSC #64306,64307,64309
Final Design
$29,973.00
CSC Pending Execution
Commission and Contingencies
$133,602.00
This M&C
TOTAL
$199,500.00
FUNDING SOURCES AMOUNT
2022 Bond, Proposition D $199,500.00
TOTAL $199,500.00
This project is included in the 2022 Bond Program. The City's Extendable Commercial Paper (ECP) (M&C 22-0607; Ordinance 25675-08-2022)
provides liquidity to support the appropriation. Available resources will be used to actually make any interim progress payments until debt is
issued. Once debt associated with a project is sold, debt proceeds will reimburse the interim financing source in accordance with the statement
expressing official Intent to Reimburse that was adopted as part of the ordinance canvassing the bond election (Ordinance 25515-05-2022).
Funding is budgeted in the 2022 Bond Program Fund for the Library Department for the purpose of funding the FWPA Fire Station 37 project, as
appropriated.
Council Member Charles Lauersdorf concurs with the FWAC's recommendation for Kathleen Warwick to refine her proposal into a final design,
and upon approval, fabricate, deliver, and install artwork at Fire Station 37.
This project is located in Council District 4.
FISCAL INFORMATION / CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that funds are available in the current capital budget, as previously appropriated, in the 2022 Bond Program Fund
for the FWPA Fire Station 37 project to support the approval of the above recommendation and execution of the commission. Prior to any
expenditure being incurred, the Library Department has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds.
Submitted for City Manager's Office by: Dana Burghdoff 8018
Originating Business Unit Head: Midori Clark 7707
Additional Information Contact: Wesley Gentle 817-298-3029
FORT WORTH.
City Secretary's Office
Contract Routing & Transmittal Slip
Contractor's Name: Kathleen Warwick
Subject of the Agreement: Commission of Artwork for Fire Station 37
(fabrication, delivery, and installation of sculpture)
M&C Approved by the Council? * Yes 0 No M
If so, the M&C must be attached to the contract.
Is this an Amendment to an Existing contract? Yes ❑ No 0 Addendum, not Amendment
If so, provide the original contract number and the amendment number.
Is the Contract "Permanent"? *Yes 0 No ❑
If unsure, see backpage for permanent contract listing.
Is this entire contract Confidential? *Yes ❑ No 0 If only specific information is
Confidential, please list what information is Confidential and the page it is located.
Effective Date:
If different from the approval date.
Expiration Date:
If applicable.
Is a 1295 Form required? * Yes 0 No ❑
*If so, please ensure it is attached to the approving M&C or attached to the contract.
Project Number: If applicable. 104711
*Did you include a Text field on the contract to add the City Secretary Contract (CSC)
number? Yes ❑ No 0
Contracts need to be routed for CSO processing in the followingorder:
rder:
1. Katherine Cenicola (Approver)
2. Jannette S. Goodall (Signer)
3. Allison Tidwell (Form Filler)
*Indicates the information is required and if the information is not provided, the contract will be
returned to the department.