HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda for September 11th, 2017City of Falcon Heights
Parks & Recreation Commission
AGENDA
City Hall
Monday, September 11th, 2017
6:30 p.m.
___ Shawn Hubert – Commission Chair ___ Mary Hannon Jacobson
___ Gordon Strom ___ Walt Dunlap
___ Ron Eischen ___ Ben Reichelt
___ Olivia Demerath ___ Council Member Gustafson
___ Staff Tim Pittman ___ Staff Tim Sandvik
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of April 10th, 2017 Minutes
3. Quick Updates - Housekeeping
4. Updates on Summer – 2017
a. Parks Programming
b. Rentals – Facility/Field
c. Events
d. Infrastructure
e. Upcoming Opportunities
5. Task Force Recommendations – Parks and Recreation Commission Opportunities
6. Grant Submission – Interpretive Signage
7. Grand Submission – Piano in the Park
8. Additional Updates, Meeting Schedule
9. Other Business
10. Adjourn
MEETING MINUTES
Monday, April 10, 2017
6:30 p.m.
City Hall, 2077 W. Larpenteur Ave.
City of Falcon Heights
Parks & Recreation Commission
1. Call to Order
Meeting called to order at 6:30pm.
Attendance X=present; AB=absent
x Gordon Strom
x Tim Sandvik Staff
AB Tim Pittman Staff
x Randy Gustafson Council Liaison
AB Mary Hannon Jacobson Co-Secretary
x Ron Eischen Co-Secretary
x Shawn Hubert Chairperson
x Dave Thomas
x Ben Reichelt
x Walt Dunlap
2. Approval of January 9, 2017 meeting minutes
The meeting minutes were reviewed and approved.
3. Parks Programming – Tim Sandvik
No summer offerings this year at Curtis or CDC.CTC
There will be a continued theme of programming and field rentals.
o Some in-house and outside (ie flag football) programming.
Last summer, 180 kids and approx. 400 for the full year. Goal is 225 for
2017.
Instructors, Thursday Roseville High School job fair.
o Junior volunteer program : 12 -13 yr old, volunteer program will be
used again.
.
4. Special Events – Tim Sandvik
Working to coordinate activities between committees (Environmental
Commission).
Ideas
o Bee expert with Ice Cream Social - July
o Halloween activities
o Community cleanup followed by hot dogs,…. – Post State Fair
o Fall Fete, last year was the first.
o 5K with Lauderdale - Sept
o Fire Prevention week- 1st week of October
o Bell Museum possibly some activity with them
Community Engagement Commission May 20th event, possible grant
funding
o There will be a potluck with the city to provide desert, beverages
5. Update on Rental Policy
Revisited by council on April 1st.
Collect an upfront cleaning fee, sliding scale based on history (see website for
details)
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
New policy is active.
6. Infrastructure Updates – Council Updates
Some major issues with community park building
o Reviewed pictures presented to council.
o Reaching out to other communities (Roseville and New Brighton) to
discuss options.
City is looking at possibly adding a half-court basketball court for Curtis
o Staff looking at costs and what can be done.
o How does this fit in with the master park plan.
7. Update on Recent Grant Submissions
Two grant submissions out.
Still haven’t heard back on Curtis signage grant.
Pianos in the park, grant submitted
Environmental Commission submitted a grant for a pallet of milkweed.
8. Additional Updates, Meeting Schedule
Need additional signs in community park for dog on leash.
There is an issue with the lamp lights on Larpenteur flashing.
Next Park Commission meeting is scheduled for June 5th.
9. Other Business
10. Adjourn
Motion raised and passed to adjourn the meeting at 8:05pm.
GUIDE TO PLANNING YOUR INTERPRETIVE SIGN PANEL PROJECT
DEVELOPING AN EFFECTIVE MESSAGE AND GUIDELINES FOR ORGANIZING CONTENT
1. Plan to express your message visually. Photos, illustrations, graphics and symbols are more effective than
words. Strive for a high Reward / Effort ratio. Reward your visitor with information for minimal effort.
2. Consider the 3-30-3 rule. Visitors are willing to spend varying amounts of time reading / viewing an interpretive
panel. Provide something to be gained by visitors who are willing to spend 3 seconds, 30 seconds and 3 minutes of
their time on an interpretive panel. An effective title and central photo or drawing can communicate something in 3
seconds. Subtitles and side bars can provide additional information in 30 seconds. Paragraphs and additional
photographs / illustrations can provide further detail to be acquired in 3 minutes.
3. Keep your message concise and easy to read. Limit copy to 250 words or less. Studies suggest that few
people are willing to read beyond 250 words on an interpretive panel.
4. Determine an appropriate panel size. Common standard sized interpretive panels for angle mount are 18”x24”
and 24”x36”. Larger panels (3’x4’ and 4’x4’) are typically mounted upright. The size of a sign panel is typically
determined by the amount of content to be communicated, and the distance from which the panel will be viewed. In
an angle mounted interpretive panel, body copy is typically placed at a minimum of 24 point, with captions placed at
a minimum of 18 point.
5. Engage your visitors by posing questions and using words like “you”, “your”, “we”, “ours” and “us”.
Quotations can also help personalize a message.
6. While selecting / acquiring photos, illustrations and other graphics to be included in the panel layout,
consider the quality and resolution of a potential image. The recommended resolution for a placed image is
150-250 PPI (pixels per inch) as it is placed in the layout. A raster image placed at less than 150 ppi will appear
pixelated and of poor quality. Double check the resolution of your images at the size you anticipate them being
placed in the layout. You can determine the resolution of an image with a photo editing program like Photoshop. An
image placed at 4”x8” will require a higher resolution than if placed at 2”x4”. To be safe, when acquiring/purchasing
images, select the largest file size available. When scanning images, utilize the custom settings to scan at high
resolution.
Low resolutionraster file (jpeg)
High resolutionraster file (jpeg) or vector art.
Low resolutionraster file (jpeg)
DEVELOPING AN EFFECTIVE MESSAGE AND GUIDELINES FOR ORGANIZING CONTENT CONTINUED
7. While acquiring various agency logos to be placed in a panel layout, it is always best to acquire these in
vector art (otherwise known as “lines and curves” or “outlines”) saved as an Illustrator, EPS of PDF file.
These file types are much preferred to raster image files (jpg, tiff, png, etc.) because they can be scaled indefinitely
without any loss of quality. They also provide for a transparent background.
Not all PDF files are created equal - - re-saving a raster image file to a PDF does not convert it to vector. The only
way to know for sure if a PDF art file is vector, is to open it in a vector illustration program.
Where to obtain a vector file - - - A vector file can almost always be acquired from the department that produces
your agency’s communication / marketing materials, or from the designer that created the logo.
Agency logos tend to be saved and circulated as jpegs or another raster image file type because they can be readily
opened without a special software program. Most vector files can only be opened with a vector illustration program.
Acquiring a vector file is usually a matter of asking the right person and usually worth the effort.
If you will be providing an agency logo in a raster image file (jpeg, png, tiff, etc.), provide the file in high resolution so
that it will not appear pixelated when placed in the layout.
8. SUBMITTING YOUR CONTENT
When submitting material for panels we will be designing, please consider the following checklist:
Ensure that all of your content has been carefully reviewed, edited, and approved by any and all of the stake
holders in the project.
Organize material by sign panel. Provide a file folder for each sign panel layout, and name the file folder with the
sign panel title.
Provide all panel copy / text (panel title, subtitles, paragraph copy, photo captions, photo credits, etc.) in a word
doc.
Check images for proper resolution / file size. To ensure the placement of high quality images, consider the size
at which an image will likely be placed in the sign panel layout. Provide images in the largest file size possible and
save them with a meaningful file name.
Provide any agency/organization logos in vector (lines and curves as opposed to an image file) saved as an
Illustrator, EPS or PDF file. This file type can likely be acquired from the department that produces your agency’s
communication materials.
Place all images, logos, illustrations to be placed in a sign panel layout in an “images” sub-folder saved in the
respective sign panel file folder.
Send your zipped files to us through https://hightail.com/u/vackersign
SELECTING A PANEL MATERIAL TYPE AND MOUNT SYSTEM
Sign panel material and mount style selection should be based on communication goals, nature and character of the
sign location, vandal resistance / durability demands, and budget. Please see our “Sign Panel Material and
Supports Overview” on the following page.
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Sign panel
3/16” Backer panel
Frameless Pedestals
Sign panel slides into the top of
the frame after removing top rail.
Removable top rail
Sign panel
Frames and Bases
vackersign.com (877) 487-3101
SIGN PANEL MATERIAL ANDSUPPORT OPTIONS OVERVIEW
Vacker Sign specializes in the custom design and fabrication of signs for parks & trails. We can also output panels from
your prepared files. We offer three panel material options to meet your interpretive, map / way finding and trail marker
needs as well as a wide variety of panel support options. Please see our catalog for a complete listing of available frame,
base, pedestal and kiosk options.
HPL – High Pressure Laminate Panel (Embedded Phenolic Resin)
TUFF Panel – Traditional marking film special protective over laminate combination
SIGN PANEL MATERIALS
SIGN SUPPORTS
For self supporting sign panels(.5” Thick HPL panels and .125” thick ImageLOC panels)For all .125” thick sign panels
Think outdoor durable kitchen counter top. HD printed papers are impregnated with melamine
resins and consolidated at extreme high heat and pressure. The result is a durable, fade
resistant panel with unlimited design potential. This panel type, (available in .125”, .25”, .5”, .75”
and 1” thicknesses, is manufactured by spin-offs of the major laminate counter top
manufacturers and Vacker is an authorized reseller for one of the world’s leaders in HPL
manufacturing. HPL panels are warranted to not delaminate, peel, blister, crack or fade for a 10
year period from the time of purchase, as noted in the Limited Warranty.
This economical panel is similar to the graphics you pass each and every day on signs, vehicles, and super market floors. What sets
it apart is the protective over laminate. Developed specifically for demanding exterior applications (subways, bus stops, zoos, parks,
etc.), it has twice the UV inhibitors than comparable protective films. Independent outdoor & QUA tests have proven 9+ years of UV
protection in the Arizona desert. Thicker than comparable protective films, it offers good resistance to scratching and abrasions. This
graphic marking film / protective over laminate combination can be applied to dibond, (aluminum / thermoplastic composite) or
aluminum, depending on the application. In some applications, we might suggest protecting the edges by framing, placement in a
“pocket”, corner radiuses or corner fasteners.
Image-loc panels can be blind mounted to
a frameless pedestal - - chemically welded
threaded studs on the backside of panel
pass through mount plate and are secured
with a nut.
HPL panels can be blind mounted to a
frameless pedestal - - threaded studs
are placed in the backside of panel and
fasteners pass through mount plate and screw into the threaded insert.
Imageloc is a first surface .125" thick aluminum panel that is top coated with durable protective finish. When the specially formulated
organic topcoat is applied, it permeates the imaged substrate, forming a strong protective layer that locks the image in place. This
creates a sign that is vibrant, impervious to moisture and weather extremes, and resistant to UV fading, graffiti and vandalism. There
is no concern about edge protection and a wide variety of mounting options are possible, including simple upright post mount. Panels
can be printed on both sides, providing a very economical double-sided option. ImageLOC panels have a 10 year warranty against
UV fading, cracking, peeling, blistering or delaminating as noted in the Limited Warranty.
ImageLOC – Full color aluminum panel top coated with a durable protective finish
Curtiss Northwest Airport – In 1919, Snelling and Larpenteur Avenues were two-lane, unpaved roads in what was then Rose Township. The
southeast corner of the intersection had most recently been a farm field. But now it became home to the first major airport in Minnesota and, for a
brief time, the center of aviation in the state. You could buy a plane here, learn to fly it, and have it serviced and repaired. Hundreds, sometimes
thousands, of people would come here on summer Sundays to watch air shows.
Glenn Curtiss – An aviation pioneer and rival of the Wright Brothers, Curtiss was the first to fly an airplane in Minnesota. On June 23, 1910, 12,000
people watched as he took off from the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and flew to Lake Johanna and back, airborne for an impressive 10 minutes. By
1916, Curtiss headed the world’s largest aviation company, establishing dealerships to sell planes across the United States, one of the first being right
here.
Bill Kidder –A former real estate salesman with a flair for promotion, Kidder learned to fly at a Curtiss Company flight school in Newport News,
Virginia. Following World War I, he got his start in the aviation business by acquiring a trainload of second-hand Curtiss Jenny biplanes for pennies
on the dollar. Kidder’s contract with Curtiss gave him exclusive rights to represent the company in Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota and South
Dakota. He was a pivotal figure in the early days of transition between the barnstorming era and commercial aviation.
Phoebe Fairgrave and Vernon Omlie – This duo first teamed up at Curtiss Northwest Airport in 1921 when Fairgrave set a world’s record 15,200-
foot parachute jump with Omlie at the plane’s controls. Fairgrave and Omlie left St. Paul to barnstorm and eventually married. She became the first
woman to achieve a Transport Pilot’s License and went on to win several national air races. Together, they established the first airport in the mid-
South.
Charles “Speed” Holman –The legendary barnstormer and Northwest Airway’s first pilot was an enthusiastic promoter of aviation across the
region. In 1924, Curtiss Northwest mechanics helped him prepare his Thomas-Morse Scout biplane to compete in the Nation Air Race at Dayton,
Ohio. Holman finished second, adding to his growing reputation. St. Paul’s downtown airport is named for him.
*This interpretive signage was made possible in part by the people of Minnesota through a grant funded by an appropriation to the Minnesota
Historical Society from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. Any views, findings, opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed in
this signage are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of the State of Minnesota, the Minnesota Historical society, or the
Minnesota Historical Resources Advisory Committee.
Curtiss Northwest Airport – In 1919, Snelling and Larpenteur avenues were two-lane, unpaved roads in then – Rose Township. Into the 1920’s,
enthusiasm for aviation grew at Curtiss Northwest Airport. The airfield served many purposes including full-service hangars, aviation-related sales,
and many promotional endeavors. Curtiss Northwest Airport’s history includes many aviation firsts to Minnesota and the upper-Midwest.
Aerial Photography and Mapping – In the early days of commercial aviation, people were fascinated with the perspective aerial photos provided.
Relying on the skill of his ace photographer, Paul Hamilton, Kidder kept Curtiss Northwest Airport in the news by supplying local papers with aerial
views of the city and countryside. He also contracted with Northern States Power Company to provide aerial mapping during the utility’s rapid
expansion.
Crop Spraying – The state entomologist contracted with Curtiss Northwest to fight a grasshopper infestation in northern Minnesota. Kidder’s
mechanics rigged two planes with hopper bottoms to drop a mixture of bran, molasses and arsenic in sloughs. The application was considered
successful, whatever the environmental impact.
Transporting Patients, Political Candidates – In order to transport an ailing man from an isolated Wisconsin farm to a St. Paul hospital, Kidder’s
mechanics retrofitted a plane to accommodate a hospital cot. The same plane went on to ferry patients from St. Paul to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester,
Minnesota. In 1922, Curtiss Northwest Airport was associated with the first extensive use of a plane in a political campaign. In an upset, Henrik
Shipstead was elected over Frank B. Kellogg to the United States Senate. Kidder claimed that Shipstead made it to all of his campaign appearances,
while Kellogg’s car was “often stuck in the mud.”
Freight hauling – During a railroad strike in 1920, two Curtiss Northwest pilots flew to New York on behalf of the Dayton’s Department Store in
downtown Minneapolis and returned with a load of luxury goods. It was the longest cargo flight up to that time. After unloading, the planes were
placed on display outside the store.
Helping Establish the Minnesota Air National Guard – In 1920, a Curtiss Northwest pilot flew two state officials on a bold journey all the way to
Washington D.C. There, federal authorities impressed by the Minnesotan’s initiative, authorized the formation of the nation’s first Air National
Guard unit.
*This interpretive signage was made possible in part by the people of Minnesota through a grant funded by an appropriation to the Minnesota
Historical Society from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund. Any views, findings, opinions, conclusions or recommendations expressed in
this signage are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent those of the State of Minnesota, the Minnesota Historical society, or the
Minnesota Historical Resources Advisory Committee.
Pianos on Parade
Sponsorship Packet
Incorporated in 2004, Keys 4/4 Kids is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that accepts
donated pianos from the community, refurbishes them, and sells them at discounted rates
to give the public access to music and the arts. Profits from piano sales support programs
that inspire hope, promote the love of music, provide educational opportunities, and
empower creative expression. One of those programs is Pianos on Parade.
ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW
Pianos on Parade is a Keys 4/4 Kids’ program that places artistically transformed pianos in
public places for residents to play and enjoy. Pianos are painted by students in classrooms or
by professional artists in their studios before becoming colorful, interactive art installations.
Whether on a street corner, in a favorite park, or inside the atrium of a local mall, Pianos on
Parade spurs residents and visitors to spontaneously engage with art, music, and one
another.
WHAT IS PIANOS ON PARADE?
Small and large businesses, municipalities, schools, other nonprofits, and individuals can
“sponsor” a Pianos on Parade piano. Sponsorship helps support the cost of art supplies,
piano tuning/prepping, moving expenses, and other costs. Once ready, sponsors proudly
display their pianos in the location of their choosing, either outdoors or indoors. If the piano
is placed outdoors, a custom cover is provided to protect from rain and the elements.
HOW IT WORKS
Pianos on Parade provides the ultimate avenue to maximize philanthropic initiatives through
a single sponsorship. Pianos on Parade is a unique branding and marketing platform that
engages the public and delivers your message in a fun and interactive medium. Pianos on
Parade activates and energizes space, inspires social media content sharing, and
demonstrates your commitment to supporting the arts in your local community.
BUSINESS SPONSORS
In 2008, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation along with Gallup conducted a 3-year
study called the SOUL OF THE COMMUNITY. The study found 3 perceived attributes -
SOCIAL OFFERINGS, OPENNESS, and BEAUTY -have consistently emerged as leading drivers
of empowered and thriving communities. Pianos on Parade provides your community with
interactive art installations that satisfy all 3 of these characteristics, bringing cultural, social,
and economic value to your city. The arts awaken public spaces, reflect and reveal our
society, and add meaning and uniqueness to our communities. These attributes drive
engagement and will help make your community a better place to live.
MUNICIPAL SPONSORS
Pianos on Parade uses an acoustic piano as a learning catalyst in the classroom to engage
kids in a fun and interactive project. Pianos on Parade creates a hands-on, interdisciplinary
learning activity that encourages teamwork, makes learning fun, and builds self-esteem.
Curriculum is provided to teachers, and includes music and art lesson plans, STEM
components, as well as historical and cultural aspects related to the piano. Pianos are
painted as part of the project, and then placed in public locations. Students feel a sense of
pride and accomplishment that can be shared with their family, friends, and community.
SCHOOL SPONSORS
Pianos can be artistically transformed by local students or by a professional artist. STUDENT
POP supports the arts in local schools, while ARTIST POP gives the sponsor more control
over color and design.
TWO AVENUES OF PIANOS ON PARADE
(POP) : 1) STUDENT POP, 2) ARTIST POP
STUDENT POP
STUDENT POP invites students to
participate in a multi-disciplinary, hands-
on, team-building activity that builds self-
esteem and cooperation skills. Pianos on
Parade provides supplies and curriculum
resources, and uses the arts to engage kids
in the learning process. STUDENT POP is
tax-deductible and starts at $1,500 per
piano.
ARTIST POP
ARTIST POP pairs sponsors with a
professional artist, then you and the artist
work together to develop a colorful
creation representing you and your brand.
The artist can use certain colors and/or
design elements that create an interactive
marketing medium for public engagement.
ARTIST POP starts at $2,500 per piano.
STUDENT POP TIMELINE
ARTIST POP TIMELINE
Weeks 1-2
INSTRUMENT
SELECTION
Visit Keys 4/4 Kids warehouses
(or let us send you pictures) to
make a selection based on your
piano style preference and
project needs.
Weeks 3-6
STUDENT GROUP
SELECTION
If you don’t already have one in mind, Keys 4/4
Kids will work with you to create a short list of
student groups/schools to consider. Through a
combination of Facebook promotions, tapping
past POP participants, our email list, and
growing network of advocates, we guarantee
we will find you a creative student group to
design your POP piano.
Weeks 7-17
CURRICULUM,
DESIGN, & PAINTING
We want to give the selected student
group/school ample time to proceed through the
curriculum, learn about the piano, and consider all
creative possibilities. The students will paint their
design at an agreed upon staging area. All painting
supplies and curriculum materials are provided.
Week 18
PLAQUE
A commemorative plaque
featuring your name and/or
logo will be installed on the
piano.
Week 19 & Beyond
DELIVERY & INSTALLATION
Keys 4/4 Kids will deliver and install
your painted piano at your desired
location or we will store your
painted piano at no additional
charge for later delivery. All
transportation costs are included.
Weeks 1-2
INSTRUMENT
SELECTION
Visit Keys 4/4 Kids
warehouses (or let us send
you pictures) to make a
selection based on your
piano style preference and
project needs.
Weeks 3-6
ARTIST SELECTION
If you don’t already have one in mind,
Keys 4/4 Kids will work with you to create
a short list of artists to consider. Through
a combination of Facebook promotions,
tapping past POP artists, our email list,
and growing network of advocates, we
guarantee we will find you an artist you'll
enjoy working with.
Weeks 7-10
ARRIVING AT
A DESIGN
We want to give sponsors
and artists ample time to kick
around ideas and consider all
the creative possibilities.
Weeks 11-12
PAINTING
The artist will paint the design
at one of Keys 4/4 Kids’
warehouses, or at another
agreed upon staging area. The
cost of the artist's painting
supplies is included.
Week 13
PLAQUE
A commemorative plaque featuring
your name and/or logo will be
installed on the piano.
Week 14
& Beyond
DELIVERY &
INSTALLATION
Keys 4/4 Kids will deliver and
install your painted piano at
your desired location or we
will store your painted piano
at no additional charge for
later delivery. All
transportation costs are
included.
SPONSORSHIP DELIVERABLES
•Artistically transformed piano
•All transportation needs
•Custom tarp cover
•Plaque
PROGRAM DURATION
Pianos on Parade can occur at any time during the year,for any duration of time.If you will be displaying
your piano indoors,your piano can be on display year-round.For pianos placed outdoors,we
recommend finding an overhang of some kind to protect from sunlight and weather elements whenever
possible.Although we provide a protective cover for outdoor pianos,we have found that 30-45 days is
generally the “life-expectancy”of these pianos.Sponsors may keep the piano(s)for as long as they
wish.When you are ready for Keys 4/4 Kids to remove the piano,we can do so at no additional charge.
Some sponsors wish to keep only the front boards of the pianos,as they can be displayed easily,and
even hung on a wall.Whenever possible,Keys 4/4 Kids tries to recycle piano material into upcycled
piano parts.products.
UNLOCK POP FOR YOU COMMUNITY
STUDENT POP Tax-deductible as a charitable contribution
$1,500 One (1) Student piano—Upright Piano Style
$2,500 One (1) Student piano–Grand Piano Style
$6,750 10% off—Five (5) STUDENT POP–Upright piano Style *
$11,250 10% off—Five (5) STUDENT POP—Grand Piano Style *
$12,750 15% off—Ten (10) STUDENT POP–Upright piano Style *
$21,250 15% off—Ten (10) STUDENT POP—Grand Piano Style *
$12,750 35% off—Twenty-Five (25) STUDENT POP–Upright piano Style *
$21,250 35% off—Twenty-Five (25) STUDENT POP—Grand Piano Style *
ARTIST POP Marketing/advertising business expense
$2,500 One (1) ARTIST POP—Upright Piano Style
$3,500 One (1) ARTIST POP–Grand Piano Style
$11,250 10% off—Five (5) ARTIST POP–Upright piano Style *
$15,750 10% off—Five (5) ARTIST POP—Grand Piano Style *
$21,250 15% off—Ten (10) ARTIST POP–Upright piano Style *
$29,750 15% off—Ten (10) ARTIST POP—Grand Piano Style *
$40,625 35% off—Twenty-Five (25) ARTIST POP–Upright piano Style *
$56,875 35% off—Twenty-Five (25) ARTIST POP—Grand Piano Style *
*12 Month no-interest payment plans available
PLEASE PRINT
Company/Organization:
Contact Name:
Title:
Email:
Street Address:
City/State/Zip:
Phone:
SPONSORSHIP DETAILSSetting:
OUTDOOR -A custom tarp is provided to protect against inclement weather at no additional
charge. We also recommend installing the piano under an awning, or some other structurally
protected area, to prevent direct sunlight, rain, and other weather elements from directly
damaging the piano. 30-45 days is the expected lifespan of an outdoor piano installation,
depending on the season and climate.
INDOOR -The artwork and instrument will remain intact and in good working order for years to
come.
UNSURE -Let’s discuss it!
Number of pianos interested in Sponsoring: ________________
Piano Style (circle on): Spinet Upright Console Upright Studio Upright Full Size Upright Grand—Additional $1,000
POP Installation Address: ___________________________________________________________________
Preferred date of installation: __________________________________
Other Notes:
STUDENT POP ARTIST POP
E-mail form to
newell@keys44kids.org
Or mail to
Keys 4/4 Kids, 125 E Main Street,
Belle Plaine MN 56011
Newell Hill, Founder & Program Director
651-343-4703newell@keys44kids.org
“This has truly been a great experience! Not only the painting of a piano, which is a fun and challenging
visual art practice, but having the piano available for any student to play on in the classroom and now for a
week or two in the hallway has been so much fun. We have a lot of talent in the building and students are
teaching each other. What an incredible way to blend and support student skill development in both the
visual and performing arts!! We look forward to continuing to work with your organization in the future
and very much support the mission of K44K and Pianos on Parade.”
-Keri, St. Paul 10th Grade Media Arts Teacher
SUCCESS STORIES
"I love POP because it is such a fun partnership concept for our neighborhood bookstore. The piano creates
wonderful customer engagement, energy, and serves as a tie-in to our weekly book reading activities."
-Holly Weinkauf, Red Balloon Shop Owner
MINNEAPOLIS DOWNTOWN
COUNCIL
The MDC inspired Minneapolis residents
to get outdoors and experience their
extraordinary downtown in-the-
making:25 pianos were painted by local
artists to evoke a Downtown
Minneapolis theme, including iconic
buildings, neighborhoods, sports
stadiums, art designs, bridges, and
must-see destinations...
MINNESOTA STATE FAIR
At the fair, Minnesotans prefer
everything on a stick,even their
pianos...
KANSAS CITY MUSIC
TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
The KCMTA celebrated 100 years
of musical excellence and music-
making in Kansas City: a record-
breaking 60+pianos were painted
at Union Station and installed
throughout the KC metro area...
MINNEAPOLIS DOWNTOWN COUNCIL
Podrebarac, beloved illustrator and
creator of "Cowtown," designed the
100th Anniversary Grand Piano
commemorating KCMTA's
centennial anniversary. Today, the
piano continues to be showcased at
Kansas City Union Station...
NELL HILL'S
Dubbed by Forbes magazine as "one
of the hottest little retailers" in
America, Mary Carol Garrity injected
the loveliness & homely energy
characteristic of the Nell Hill's brand
housed at Briarcliff, MO. The last thing
Mary wanted was "a Nordstroms kind
of piano."
MALL OF AMERICA
At a mind-boggling 4.2 million
square feet, Mall of America is the
nations largest retail and
entertainment complex. It is
home to 520 world-class shops,
an indoor amusement park, walk-
through aquarium, and
Spongebob Squarepants...
MERRIAM FARMERS' MARKET
SWING, BATTER, BATTER, BATTER:
The City of Merriam immortalized
The Royals' world series victory over
the New York Mets with this
Champions Piano. On one side you
can play the piano; the other side is
a batting cage. To the victor go the
spoils...
RED BALLOON BOOKSTORE
Regularly scheduled events such as
Weekly Storytimes have connected
children, teens, and adults in the
Twin Cities area with great books and
great authors for 30 years. The Red
Balloon added a unique twist to
Storytime by integrating this
marvelously imaginative piano...
GRACE ENGLISH LUTHERAN
CHURCH & SCHOOL
Music teacher JohnMichael Jurica
desired to enhance the existing
arts curricula at his school.
Through Pianos On Parade, his
students learned about how
pianos work, the physics of
sound, woodworking, and visual
design…