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In an “unusual move” Oak Bay approved shifting funds in a bid to buy the Salish Sea sculpture. “It’s certainly adding to our artistic character,” said mayor Nils Jensen. “I’d like to see a program where we as a community acquire public art. We’re seeing that in many communities throughout British Columbia, a focus on art and culture as well as recreation. I think its a very positive trend.” Normally, surpluses and deficits across the board contribute to the overall municipal budget. Monday night council made an exception. Thanks to a boon of filming this year, the 2015 culture operating budget expects a $30,857 surplus that will fund the final $4,600 needed to purchase the Salish Sea. Oak Bay will also shift $15,000 to the community Public Art Fund.
“I think this is an excellent use of this money. We were blessed with lots of filming,” Jensen said, adding the sculpture walk this summer brought in tourists and shoppers. “It energized our community. It really adds to the quality of life.” Coun. Eric Zhelka said he hoped to see the decision made closer to budget discussions, when grants are handed out and projects get the nod or the noose. “I’m a bit uncomfortable moving forward with a process like this at this time,” said Zhelka, who went on to be the only council member to oppose the final motion. Coun. Kevin Murdoch agreed his first reaction was concern over shifting that amount but was willing to do it “this year uniquely” noting staff and the arts laureate are still creating a public art policy. It was also a special case as they officially added the culture title to the Parks and Recreation portfolio. “This is an unusual circumstance,” said Coun. Tara Ney.
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