MURIEL BOWSER
MAYOR
February 27, 2025
The Honorable Phil Mendelson
Chairman
Council
of the District of Columbia
John A. Wilson Building
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite
504
Washington, DC 20004
Dear Chairman Mendelson:
Enclosed for consideration and adoption by the Council of the District of
Columbia is a
proposed
resolution titled “Installation of Statue of Bernardo de Gálvez Commemorative Work
Approval Resolution of 2025”.
The proposed
resolution approves the installation of a commemorative work in honor of
Bernardo de
Gálvez, to be located in public space adjacent to the Embassy of Spain.
I
urge the Council to take prompt and favorable action on the enclosed legislation.
Sincerely,
Muriel Bowser 1
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at the request of the Mayor
A PROPOSED RESOLUTION
IN THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
16 To approve the installation of a commemorative work located in public space adjacent to
17 the Embassy of Spain at 2375 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, to be known as
18 Bernardo de Galvez: A Friend of Independence.
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21 RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, that
22 this resolution may be cited
as the "Installation of Statue of Bernardo de Galvez
23 Commemorative Work Approval Resolution of 2025".
24 Sec.
2. Pursuant to section 401 of the Street and Alley Closing and Acquisition
25 Procedures Act of 1982, effective March 10, 1983 (D.C. Law 4-201; D.C. Official Code
26 § 9--204.01
), the Council approves the installation of a commemorative work, consisting
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of a statue of Bernardo de Galvez, associated signage, and associated improvements, on
28 public space adjacent to the Embassy of Spain at 2375 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW.
29 Sec.
3. Transmittal.
30 The Council shall transmit a copy
of this resolution, upon its adoption, to the
31 Mayor and the Spain-USA Foundation.
32 Sec. 4. Fiscal impact statement. 2
Tof the Chief Financial Officer as 33
the fiscal impact statement required by section 4a of the General Legislative Procedures 34
Act of 1975, approved October 16, 2006 (120 Stat. 2038; D.C. Official Code § 1-35
301.47a). 36
Sec. 5. Effective date. 37
This resolution shall take effect immediately. 38 Government of the District of Columbia
Office of the Chief Financial Officer
Glen Lee
Chief Financial Officer
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 203, Washington, DC 20004 (202)727-2476
www.cfo.dc.gov
MEMORANDUM
TO: The Honorable Phil Mendelson
Chairman, Council of the District of Columbia
FROM: Glen Lee
Chief Financial Officer
DATE: June 25, 2024
SUBJECT: Fiscal Impact Statement – Statue of Bernardo de Gálvez: A Friend of
Independence Resolution of 2024
REFERENCE: Draft Resolution as provided to the Office of Revenue Analysis on May
15, 2024
Conclusion
Funds are sufficient in the proposed fiscal year 2025 through fiscal year 2028 budget and financial
plan to implement the resolution.
Background
The resolution authorizes the installation of a commemorative installation known as “Bernardo de
Galvez: A Friend of Independence” on public space controlled by the District Department of
Transportation (DDOT), adjacent to the Embassy of Spain at 2375 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. DDOT’s
Public Space Committee approved the project at its April 27, 2023 meeting, and the Office of Planning
Commemorative Works Committee Action recommended approval of the project on December 15,
2023.
Financial Plan Impact
Funds are sufficient in the proposed fiscal year 2025 through fiscal year 2028 budget and financial
plan to implement the resolution. The Embassy of Spain is funding the installation of the artwork,
and it has committed to funding all future maintenance. 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 409, Washington, D.C. 20004 Phone (202) 735 -7589 Email: benjamin.moskowitz1@dc.gov
GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Legal Counsel Division
MEMORANDUM
TO: Tomás Talamante
Director
Office of Policy and Legislative Affairs
FROM: Ben Moskowitz
Acting Deputy Attorney General
Legal Counsel Division
DATE: November 21, 2024
RE: Legal Sufficiency Review of Draft Resolution, the “Statue of Bernardo de Gálvez
Commemorative Work Approval Resolution of 2024”
(AE-24-631)
_____________________________________________________________________________________
This is to Certify that the Office of the Attorney General has reviewed the
above-referenced legislation and determined that it is legally sufficient. If you have any questions,
please do not hesitate to call me at (202) 735-7589.
_________________________________ B
en Moskowitz Application for a Commemorative Work on
District of Columbia Public Space
Washington, D.C.
Bernardo de Gálvez: A Friend of Independence
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Name of Commemorative Work
Embassy of Spain in Washington, D.C
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Location of Commemorative Work
Submitted by
Spain-USA Foundation
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Name of Sponsoring Organization
Submitted to the District of Columbia Commemorative Works Committee
November 2022
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Date
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section
I. Sponsoring Organization
II. Project Description
III. Project Location
IV. Project Design
V. Community Outreach
VI. Project Budget
APPENDICES
Appendix I: Proof of Sponsor’s 501(c) (3) status
Appendix II: Letters from local stakeholders
Appendix III: Sample of the sign and exact text of the sign.
Appendix IV: Public Law 113-229 113
th
congress
Appendix V: Schematic Plans
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I. SPONSORING ORGANIZATION
1. Name or title of Proposed Commemorative Work
Bernardo de Gálvez: A Friend of Independence
2. Sponsoring Organization
Name of sponsoring organization: Spain-USA Foundation.
Address of sponsoring organization: 2801 16th Street NW, Washington DC
20009
Contact Person: Teodoro Sacristán Llorente
Telephone: 202 728 2352
Fax:
E-mail: emb.washington@maec.es teodoro.sacristan@maec.es
Tax Status of Principal Sponsor: The Spain-USA Foundation is an exempt
organization under 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Please refer to Appendix I for Proof of Sponsor’s 501(c) (3) Status
3. Description of Sponsoring Organization
Give a brief description/mission of the principal sponsoring organization and its
relationship to the proposed commemorative work. (i.e. history, when founded, other
projects sponsored, etc). A sponsor must be, “a Federal or District agency, or an
individual, group, or organization that is described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal
Revenue Code of 1986, and exempt from tax under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue
Code” (Commemorative Works Act, Sec. 411. Definitions).
Established in 1999, the Spain-USA Foundation (SUSAF), a District of
Columbia non-profit foundation, seeks to promote, support and develop a
broad array of Spanish cultural, scientific and educational activities in the
United States with the goal of furthering greater cooperation and dialogue
between Spain and the United States.
What the SUSAF would like to achieve with the commemorative work is to
make known the decisive role played by Bernardo de Gálvez in the
American Independence, especially to Americans and Spaniards.
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II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
4. Summary of Proposed Commemorative Work
Provide a brief project summary (describe the type of commemorative work, it’s location,
and goals of the project).
The statue of Bernardo de Gálvez was installed in June 2019. Unfortunately,
no permit was requested for installation. Once installed, the Embassy of
Spain requested authorization for the statue and also for the placement of an
information panel about the figure of Bernardo de Gálvez.
The bronze statue of Bernardo de Gálvez is placed at the Embassy of Spain,
located at 2375 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., at the entrance to the
Chancellery, located on 24th Street, N.W.
The new project involves pulls the fence and landscape away from the
corner to create a small paved and seating area with the statue on a new
concrete base. The objective of this commemorative work is to make the
important role played by Bernardo de Gálvez in American Independence
known to all, particularly to Americans and Spaniards.
5. Subject of Commemorative Work
Provide detailed information about the proposed work and why the person or event
should be commemorated on District of Columbia (DC) public space. The subject of the
commemorative work should be of long-term historic importance and shall generally not
be any living person, any deceased person who has been deceased less than 10 years, or
any event that has occurred within 10 years of the application. If the proposed
commemorative work does NOT meet these standards, a detailed explanation should be
provided as to why the person or event should be commemorated despite the standard.
The statue honors Bernardo de Gálvez (1746-1786) who was a hero of the
Revolutionary War who risked his life for the freedom of the United States
people and provided supplies, intelligence, and strong military support to the
war effort. In recognition of this vital aid, Bernardo de Gálvez was conferred
honorary U.S. citizenship in 2014. (Public Law 113–229 113th Congress).
Please refer to Appendix IV for copy of Public Law 113–229.
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6. Relationship of Commemorative Work to District of Columbia
History and Culture
Provide detailed information on how the subject of the proposed commemorative work
relates to DC culture or history. Commemorative works on public space proposed for
commemoration of local individuals, groups, events, or other significant elements of DC
culture or history generally should be given priority over other commemorative works. If
the proposed commemorative work does NOT meet these standards, a detailed
explanation should be provided as to why the person or event should be commemorated
despite the standard.
During the American Revolution, Bernardo de Gálvez was a hero of the
Revolutionary War who risked his life for the freedom of the United States.
As can be read in Public Law 113-229 113th Congresses (Appendix IV)
“The United States Continental Congress declared, on October 31, 1778,
their gratitude and favorable sentiments to Bernardo de Gálvez for his
conduct towards the United States.”
“Whereas Bernardo de Gálvez’s victories against the British were
recognized by George Washington as a deciding factor in the outcome of the
Revolutionary War”.
Bernardo de Gálvez also helped draft the terms of a treaty that ended the
Revolutionary War.
The Spanish war ship “Galveston”, commanded by Spanish General
Bernardo de Gálvez displayed the flags of all nations and fired a thirteen gun
salute during George Washington´s presidential inauguration parade in 1783.
Washington thought he owed a big portion of his victory to the King of
Spain, both for his military and economic support. Moreover, he seemed to
be particularly moved by the courage and fine military strategy of General
Gálvez, as the President warmly referred to the Spaniard in the
complimentary letters that he addressed to His Catholic Majesty from his
headquarters in New Windsor.
George Washington and other founding fathers exchanged multiple
correspondence about the financial and material aid that Spain sent to the 13
colonies.
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Bernardo de Gálvez is one of only eight people to have been awarded
honorary United States citizenship.
There is a portrait of Bernardo de Gálvez hung in 2014 in the US Congress
honoring him.
There is another sculpture of Bernardo de Gálvez in Washington DC,
located at Virginia Avenue and 22nd Street, N.W., near the United States
Department of State building in the Foggy Bottom neighborhood in
Washington, D.C..
III. PROJECT LOCATION
7. Project location
Describe the proposed project location (street address/square/lot or public space
designation). A map and site plan should be included.
The project would be placed at the Embassy of Spain, located at 2375
Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20037, at the entrance to the
Chancellery, located on 24th street, N.W.
The Embassy is located near Washington Circle, which features a large
equestrian statue of George Washington. As mentioned above, Bernardo de
Gálvez and Washington were contemporaries and both fought during the
Revolutionary War.
The Embassy represents the Spanish Government and fosters the close
relations between the two countries, promoting mutual understanding and
cooperation between our two countries.
The Embassy of Spain is an appropriate location for Bernardo de Gálvez
statue because he was a Spanish military that was conferred honorary U.S.
citizenship in 2014.
It is a great opportunity to educate American visitors, as well as other
visitors to the Embassy and Consulate, about the life of Bernardo de Gálvez
a Spanish citizen who was granted honorary U.S. citizenship, and about the
strong historic relations between the United States and Spain.
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The objective of this statue and sign is to make the important role played by
Bernardo de Gálvez know to all, particularly to Americans and Spaniards.
Figure 1. Location of the Embassy of Spain
8. District Government Agency with Oversight
Indicate the District government agency with oversight of the proposed District public
space where the proposed Commemorative Work is proposed to be located and
summarize discussions the Sponsor has had with the government agency.
The proposed commemorative work is located in the public right-of-way of
of 24th Street NW that is under the control of the Department of
Transportation (DDOT). In addition to working with DDOT to place the
commemorative on land under their administrative control, there are local
and federal agencies required to review the application for design and
location:
The Historic Preservation Office (HPO). The Historic preservation
Office has reviewed the application and determined that this project
does not need to be reviewed by the HPRB and can simply be
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reviewed and approved by their staff. Please refer to Appendix II for
interaction with HPO.
The Advisory Neighborhood Commission 2A (ANC-2A). Please refer
to Appendix II for letters of support.
The DC Office of Planning.
We have had discussions with DDOT and our contact there is Catrina
Felder.
9. Existing Conditions
Describe existing conditions of the proposed site of the commemorative work and the
general conditions of the surrounding area within ½ mile (land use patterns, zoning, etc.)
Include clear photos and a site plan of existing conditions (sidewalks, utilities, site
topography, streets).
The proposed location of the commemorative work is in the public right-of-
way of 24th Street NW, between Pennsylvania Avenue and L Street. 24th
Street has a total width of 90’ with 29’ set aside on both sides of the street
between the curb and property line. The public space along 24th Street
includes 12’ set aside for sidewalk and 17’ set aside as landscaped “public
parking”, the area of public space set aside for landscaping. The location of
the proposed commemorative work is in the 17’ set aside for landscape
purposes.
The Near Northwest Planning Area encompasses the 3.6 square miles
located directly north and west of Central Washington. Most of the area has
historically been within Ward 2, although in past and present times, Near
Northwest has also included parts of Wards 1, 5, and 6. Near Northwest is
known for its historic architecture, well-established neighborhoods, lively
shopping areas, and nationally recognized institutions. These features
provide enduring reminders of the city’s growth, from the 18th century to
today’s international city. The Georgetown Historic District, established in
1950 in response to the demolition of large numbers of waterfront and canal-
related historic buildings, was the first historic district established in the city.
Today, more than half of Near Northwest land area is included in historic
districts. In 2017, the area had a population of 79,374, or about 11.8 percent
of the city’s total. From 2000 to 2017, the population grew by over 10,800
people from 68,539 representing a 14 percent increase. With 54 percent of
the population in Near Northwest between the ages of 18-34, young
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professionals make up a much higher percentage of the population in this
area than they do in the city – a difference likely due to the presence of
several university campuses in the area.
The site is located in RA-5 Zone. The Residential Apartment (RA) zones
permit urban residential development and compatible institutional and semi-
public buildings. The RA-5 zone provides for areas developed with
predominantly high-density residential.
The immediate surroundings of the property where the projected structure
would be installed includes apartment blocks, offices and some residential
houses. The Embassy building has eight floors, the facade of the first three
floors being like that of a residential house, and the facade of the other five
floors is glass.
The surrounding buildings are also mostly eight floors tall. The building
across the street has on its first floor the entrance lobby of the building and a
coffee shop.
Pennsylvania Ave is a busy street with no on-street parking. 24th Street is
smaller, does not have as much traffic and has parking spaces on both sides
of the street, although parking is prohibited on the Embassy side except for
Embassy cars.
Figure 2. Proposed sign and statue placement
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Figure 3. View from 2375 Penssylvanya Ave
Figure 4. View from 1013 24
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Street
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Figure 5. View from 24
th
street
Figure 6. View from 2401 Pennsylvania Ave
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Figure 7. View from 2424 Pennsylvania Ave
Figure 8. Photo from 2400 24
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Figure 9. Photo from Pennsylvania Ave.
10. Historic Preservation Considerations
State whether the proposed project location is within a District of Columbia or National
Register Historic District or is a District of Columbia Landmark or is listed or is eligible
for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. Provide information on the
historic district, landmark or National Register eligible or listed property. Indicate
whether the proposed project is related to any adjacent or nearby historic properties or
districts.
2375 Pennsylvania Avenue NW is listed in the DC Inventory of Historic
Sites as a part of a cluster of buildings known simply as the “Square 38”
landmark; it is not located in a historic district. The properties were
designated in the 1970s, and at the time, designations were sometimes made
without much documentation, as is the case with these. The DC Inventory
listing only states the following:
Square 38, Designated Properties 2301-13 Washington Circle, NW; 2315-
2327 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW; 1001, 1003, 1005, 1007, 1009, 1011,
1013, and 1015 24th Street, NW; 2300, 2324 & 2326 L Street, NW; 1002,
1004, 1006, 1008, and 1010 23rd Street, NW (all of Square 38 except 2308-
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2320 L Street, NW) Built 1876-1909; 1925; facades of some properties
incorporated in new buildings c. 1980 and 1988-89; DC designation August
16, 1979.
The Historic Preservation office was consulted about this project and they
determined that this project does not need to be reviewed by the HPRB The
building is not in a Historic District.
11. Project Compatibility with Existing or Future Plans for the Area
Describe the proposed project’s compatibility with the existing context of the area and
any future plans for the area. Also indicate whether this site is within 500 feet of another
memorial in public space. (see D.C. Law 13-275, Section 415. Guidelines for
Consideration of Applications (c)).
There is a commemorative statue of George Washington at a distance of 400
feet located at Washington Circle. A bronze equestrian statue sculpted by
Clark Mills and depicting George Washington riding his horse during the
Battle of Princeton, was installed in the center of the circle on February 22,
1860.
Figure 10. Statue of George Washington, Washingotn Circle.
The Bernardo de Gálvez statue is small in size (18in x 18in x 39in) and is
not meant to compete with or detract from the bronze equestrian statue of
George Washington which has dimensions of (9 ft × 14 ft × 6 ft).
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From the location of the Gálvez statue, the George Washington Statue can
be seen given its size and its unbeatable position in the center of Washington
Circle. The Gálvez statue is not visible from Washington Circle since it is
only visible when you are in front of the Embassy building.
As explained before, George Washington and the U.S. Congress officially
recognized Gálvez for his decisive help in the American Revolution.
The immediate surroundings of the property where the projected structure
would be installed includes apartment blocks, offices and some residential
houses. The Embassy building has eight floors, the facade of the first three
floors being like that of a residential house, and the facade of the other five
floors is glass.
The surrounding buildings are also mostly eight floors tall. The immediate
surroundings of the property where the projected structure would be
installed includes apartment blocks, offices and some residential houses.
The building across the street has on its first floor the entrance lobby of the
building and a coffee shop.
The site is located in RA-5 Zone. The Residential Apartment (RA) zones
permit urban residential development and compatible institutional and semi-
public buildings. The RA-5 zone provides for areas developed with
predominantly high-density residential.
Pennsylvania Ave is a busy street with no on-street parking. 24th Street is
smaller in size, does not have as much traffic and has parking spaces on both
sides of the street, although parking is prohibited on the Embassy side except
for Embassy cars.
12. Economic Impact
Describe any known or expected economic impact of the proposed project upon its
immediate location, surrounding area (within approximately ½ mile), and the District of
Columbia at large.
No known or expected economic impact to the surrounding area.
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13. Concurrent Reviews
List all other reviews required for this proposal and estimated timeline of meeting dates.
Review Body Meeting Date
Advisory Neighborhood Commission November 2022
Public Space Committee November 2022
Commemorative Works Committee – Concept
Review
November 2022
Commemorative Works Committee – Final
Review
December 2022
The Historic preservation Office has reviewed the application and
determined that this project does not need to be reviewed by the HPRB and
can simply be reviewed and approved by their staff.
IV. PROJECT DESIGN
14. Concept and Materials
Describe the concept design of the proposed commemorative work in text and graphics.
Describe in detail the materials to be used for the commemorative work. If there are
landscape features, describe the compatibility of the landscape features with the
Washington, D.C. climate.
The statue is located at the intersection of Pennsylvania Ave and 24th Street,
at the entrance of the Embassy, which is the most important and most visible
place for pedestrians to observe the statue. The statue faces the intersection
for a dual purpose, first to face the two crosswalks at the intersection so that
it can be seen from both streets; the second purpose is to not turn its back on
the statue of George Washington located at Washington Circle, which it
never did during the War of Independence.
The bronze statue depicts Bernardo de Gálvez in military dress, standing
with a sword in one hand. At the base of the statue reads "Yo solo" -‘I alone’
a reference to his daring, even fool-hardy sailing into the bay past the British
battery at the Barrancas, to open the attack there. But this was also a
declaration of how he wished to be remembered. It ignores the role of a
random “hot shot” in destroying the British fort that was the key to
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Pensacola, an explosion that opened the way to victory as surely as his
earlier daring action.
This project would create an small public area with three seating and access
to the statue.
The explanatory sign will have a design similar to the National Parks
Service. On the explanatory sign there is a brief text explaining his history
and a photo of a painting "for Spain and the King, Gálvez at Pensacola" by
Augusto Ferrer-Dalmau. The sign also has a QR code in which you can
access more information about the life of Bernardo de Gálvez.
The pedestal of the statue and the three seats would be made of concrete.
The bronze statue was made by Artist Salvador Amaya in 2016.
15. Schematic Design
Provide in text and graphics, concept schematic design including, but not limited to, a
site plan, elevations, site scale analysis, a landscaping plan and other design-related
materials.
On the right side of the statue, there is the entrance to the building. Also on
the right side, there are the flags of Spain and the flag of the European
Union.
For vegetation and planting, please refer to the architectural drawings in
Appendix V.
Arrangements will be made within the landscaping contract that the
Embassy has, to hire a designer to enhance the surroundings of the statue
and get the best distribution of plants and vegetation for a simple and
pleasing design.
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Figure 11. Site Plan
Figure 12. Render aerial view
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Figure 13. Statue Dimensions
Figure 14. Rendering of the statue, seating area and explanatory sign
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Figure 15. Explanatory sign image
Figure 16. Example of the explanatory sign with the speaker module
The explanatory sign will have a design similar to the National Parks
Service. It will have a speaker module and it will provide information about
Bernardo de Gálvez in Spanish and English.
Please refer to Appendix III for the complete text and a clear illustration.
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The proposal places the explanatory panel closer to the pedestrian access to
the embassy, as a way of engaging visitors to understand the sculpture and
its pertinence. Moreover, being located away from the corner allows for
unobstructed views when arriving at the intersection from any direction. It
really is the preferable location in terms of being visible and related to the
sculpture yet not intrusive.
For lighting, please refer to the architectural drawings in Appendix V.
16. Architectural Design
Provide information on the architectural design overlay, primary materials, site
engineering/drainage, landscaping, maintenance, signage, on compliance with the
American with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other design/construction elements, as
appropriate.
The pedestrians would access the base of the statue. They would view it
from the sidewalk that it is at the same level. Therefore, it is not necessary to
provide wheelchair access or access for people with reduced mobility.
The explanatory sign would be placed at an appropriate height making
accessible to read to children and persons on wheelchair. It will have a
speaker module and it will provide information about Bernardo de Gálvez in
Spanish and English.
The project complies with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Site plans, site elevations and architectural drawings are in the Appendix V.
17. Infrastructure
Describe related infrastructure improvements required to complete this project. If the
sponsor is assuming related infrastructure improvements by the District or Federal
government, that assumption should be outlined (including cost assumptions).
No assumptions to infrastructure improvements.
18. Environmental Analysis
Provide an environmental analysis of the proposed site and its immediate area and
suitable for Environmental Impact Screening Form (EISF) review by D.C. Department of
Health, etc., or provide proof of exempt status. Provide discussion on traffic impacts and
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how accommodated and include pedestrian and vehicular access to the proposed
commemorative work, including parking considerations.
The project would not obstruct any public parking, signage or walk-way
passages.
The project adds 3 seating’s near the statue.
19. Proposed Timeline
Provide a timetable for the project, including the planning process, the approval process,
the proposed start date for construction, the construction process, and the proposed
completion of the project.
Once we have all the permits for the project, it would take 6 months to
complete the project.
V. COMMUNITY OUTREACH
20. Community Outreach Program
Describe your community notification program, including presentations to neighborhood
organizations, presentations to and review by the appropriate Advisory Neighborhood
Commission (ANCs) and notification of abutting property owners. Organizations
proposing a commemorative work should have consulted with these groups prior to
submitting this application.
Please refer to Appendix II for letters of support.
21. Letters from Local Stakeholders
Provide letters from local stakeholders and other appropriate supportive parties,
including a resolution of support, if possible, from the appropriate ANC. (List the letters
here, include the letters in the Appendix). Note that after the application is submitted it
will be formally transmitted to the appropriate ANC for review and comments.
Please refer to Appendix II for letters of support.
VI. PROJECT BUDGET
22. Budget
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Provide the estimated cost of the proposed project.
The statue was received in 2019 from Spain via diplomatic pouch. The
explanatory sign is already storage at the Embassy of Spain waiting to be
installed.
The estimated cost of the proposed project is under $40000. The Embassy of
Spain will cover the construction costs.
The maintenance contracts of the Embassy of Spain will cover part of the
cost.
23. Budget and Financing Plan
Provide a complete budget and financing plan. This includes the preparation costs,
construction costs and maintenance and insurance of proposed project. The financing
plan should include information on the sources of funding, including any government
sponsored assistance if expected.
Statue: received in 2019 from Spain via diplomatic pouch.
The Embassy of Spain will cover the construction costs.
24. Maintenance Budget
Provide plans and budget for the perpetual maintenance and preservation of the
proposed project. This should include detailed information on the amount of funding to
be established for maintenance and the vehicle used (annuity, letter of credit, etc).
No special treatment or maintenance is required unless the statue becomes
damaged.
25. Insurance
Provide information on insurance for each stage of construction and for the future (if
multiple construction phases are proposed). The District of Columbia shall be
indemnified against all liability from incidents in public space.
The Embassy of Spain is responsible for maintenance and insurance. 4H
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DEPARTMENTOFTHETREASURY
INTERNALREVENUESERVICE
PHILADELPHIA,PA19255
‘CERTIFICATION
PROGRAM
Date:March22,2021
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ones Taxpayer:SPAIN-USAFOUNDATION
TIN:52-2199703
TexYear:2019
Jcertifythat,basedonIRSrecords,theabove-namedentityisan
exenptorganizationunderSection501(c)(3)oftheInternalRevenue
Cade,whichisgenerallyexemptfromU.S.incometaxation.under
Section501(a),andforpurposesofU.S.taxationisaresidentof
‘theUnitedStatesofAmerica.
RobertAnuszeyski
ActingFieldDirector,AccountsManagenont
Form6166(Rov62008)
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GOVERNMENT OFTHEDISTRICTOFCOLUMBIA
PUBLICSPACECOMMITTEE
P:
June28,2021
EmbassyofSpain
2375PennsylvaniaAvenue,NW
Washington,DC20037
RE;2375PennsylvaniaAvenue,NW
‘TrackingNumber:369408
DearApplicant:
OnJune24,2021,theDistrictofColumbiaPublicSpaceCommittee(PSC)ApprovedwithConditionsyour
applicationforConstructioninpublicspaceforFixture:StreetFixtureorFurniture(Exception)inpubli
underthefollowingconditions:
space
1.TheapplicantmusthavetheStateDepartment'sreviewandapprovalofthestatueandthesignpriorto
issuanceofthispermit.
Failuretomeetallrequirements,modifications,andconditionssetoutinapplicationandthisapproval;fully
executetheapplication;andobtaintheissuedpermitwithinsix(6)monthsofthedateofthisletterwillresultin
thecancellationofyourapplication.Ifyourapplicationiscancelled,itmaybepermanentlywithdrawnfromfuture
considerationbythePublicSpaceCommittee;youwillberequiredtorestarttheprocessandsubmitanew
applicationfortherequestedactivityintheDistrict’sPublicSpace.
Ifyourequirefurtherassistancewiththeprocessingofthisapplication,pleasescheduleanappointmentwithyour
assignedTechnician,Ms.CatrinaFelderat202-442-4960orbyemailatcatrina.felder@de-gov.
‘ThankyouforyourcommitmenttoimprovingtheDistrictofColumbia’sPublicSpace!
HiottMfuriceGarrett
ExecutiveSecretary,PSC
ANC-2A06
PublicSpaceCommittee|GOTOinformation|hhtps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/282781101|dialin
+1(872)240-3311|AccessCode:282781101|https://ddot.dc.gov/page/public-space-committee-
meetings PPeENOLXIL
SolanoDeLaTorre,Alvaro
De: -Emb.Washington
Enviadoel: martes,24deagostode202115:05
SanchezRamos,David;SolanoDeLaTorre,Alvaro
SacristanLlorente,Teodoro
RV:Historicpreservationfilingfor2735PennsylvaniaAveNW
Marcadeseguimiento:Seguimiento
Estadodemarca: Completado
De:Callcott,Steve(OP)[mailto:steve.callcott@dc.gov]
Enviadoel:martes,24deagostode202114:56
Para:.Emb.Washington
Asunto:Historicpreservationfilingfor2735PennsylvaniaAveNW
Hello,
TheHistoricPreservationOfficehasreceivedyourconceptfilingforinstallationofasculptureat2723
PennsylvaniaAvenueNWforreviewbytheDCHistoricPreservationReviewBoard.However,inreviewing
thescopeofwork,wehavedeterminedthatthisprojectdoesn'tneedtobereviewedbytheHPRBandcan
simplybereviewedandapprovedbyourstaff.Onceyou'reready,youcanfilethepermitapplicationand
plansattheDepartmentofConsumerandRegulatoryAffairs,andtheywillforwardtheapplicationtoour
office,whichwewillbeabletoapproveadministratively.
SteveCallcott
DeputyPreservationOfficer*DCOfficeofPlanning
He/Him/His*WhyPronounsMatter?
11004thStreetSW,SuiteE650+Washington,DC20024
202-741-5247
Steve.calleott@dc.gov
[planning.de.gov}planning.de.gov
TeleworkDays:TuesdayandThursday.|canstillbereachedviaemailandphoneduringthesedays.
SignuphereforOP’snewsletterandannouncements APPRED00xZT
X*AdvisoryNeighborhoodCommission2A
mum=“ServingtheFoggyBottomandWestEndcommunitiesofWashington,D.C.”
June25,2021
Mr.MatthewMarcou
Chair,PublicSpaceCommittee
DistrictDepartmentofTransportation
11004thStreetSW,ThirdFloor
Washington,DC20004
PublicSpace.Committee@de.gov
RE:PublicSpaceApplicationbytheEmbassyofSpainfortheInstallationof
aFigureofBernandodeGalvezat2375PennsylvaniaAvenueNW(DDOT
#369408)
DearChairMarcou,
AtitsregularmeetingonJune16,2021,AdvisoryNeighborhoodCommission2A
(“ANC2A”or“Commission”)consideredtheabove-referencedmatter.Witheightof
cightcommissionerspresent,aquorumataduly-noticedpublicmeeting,theCommission
voted(7-0-1),afteramotionmadebyCommissionerEpsteinandsecondedby
CommissionerCausey,toadoptthefollowingresolution:
ANC2AsupportstheEmbassyofSpain’spublicspaceapplicationforthe
installationofafigureofBernandodeGalvezat2375PennsylvaniaAvenueNW.
CommissionerJeriEpstein(2A06@ane.de.gov)istheCommission’srepresentativein
thismatter.
ONBEHALFOFTHECOMMISSION.
Sincerely,
dentNstdubZpsle
JeriEpstein
Chairperson
c/oWestEndLibrary*2301LStreetNW*Washington,DC20037*www.anc2a.org ARENOIXIL
21-170
TheDepartmentofStateacknowledgesreceiptofthediplomaticnotedated
December18,2020,fromtheEmbassyoftheKingdomofSpain,requesting
approvaltoinstallasignthatexplainstheBernardodeGalvezstatueatthe
chancery,locatedat2375PennsylvaniaAvenue,NW,Washington,DC20037.
TheDepartmentapprovestherequestwiththeunderstandingthatthe
Embassywillsubstantiallycomplywithlocalbuildingcodesandregulationsand
obtainallnecessarypermitsftomtheGovernmentoftheDistrictofColumbia.
Inaddition,basedonreciprocity,theDepartmentauthorizestheGovernment
oftheDistrictofColumbiatoissueallpermitsrequiredforthisinstallationand
enclosesletterstotheGovernmentoftheDistrictofColumbiatothateffect.
TheEmbassyisremindedthattheareawhereitplanstoinstallthisstatueis
locatedoutsideofthepropertylineandwithinpublicspace.‘Therefore,aseparate
approvalisrequiredfromtheDistrictDepartmentofTransportation’s(DDOT)
PublicSpaceCommitteebeforetheprojectcommences.TheEmbassyisinformed
thatataminimum,thisprocessmaytakeatleastonemonth.Formoreinformation
aboutthisprocess,pleasevisit:http://ddot.dc.gov/service/public-space-
management.
InsupportoftheGreeningDiplomacyInitiative,theDepartmentencourages
allmissionstoconsidersustainablepracticesintheiroperationsandwhen
DIPLOMATICNOTE APENOIXIC
2
undertakingnewconstructionormajorrenovationeffortsattheirfacilitiesinthe
UnitedStates.AuniqueresourceavailabletoassistembassiesistheDistrictof
Columbia’sGreeningEmbassiesForum.ThisForumisapartnershipbetweenthe
Department,theEarthDayNetwork,andparticipatingembassiesandinternational
organizationsfocusedonencouragingandrealizingsustainablepracticesacrossthe
diplomaticcommunity.EmbassiescanstayinformedbylikingtheDCGreening
EmbassiesForumonFacebook.
Inconnectionwiththisinstallation,theEmbassymayrequestauthorization
fromtheDepartmentforitscontractorsandsubcontractorstousetheEmbassy’s
missiontaxexemptioncardforproject-relatedgoodsandmaterials,More
informationregardingPurchasingAgentArrangementscanbefoundinthe
Department’sdiplomaticnoteNo.16-1103,availableat:
https:/Avww.state.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/260191pdf,
IftheEmbassyhasanyquestions,itmaycontactOFMat
OFMProperty@state.gov.
Enclosure:
Asstated,
DepartmentofState, |
Washington,February8,2021,L APENDIXIT
@x UnitedStatesDepartmentofState
ey . OfficeofForeignMissions
° Washington,D.C,20520
February8,2021
REF21-171
Mr.ChristopherBal
DeputyBuildingOfficialofPermitOperations
DCRAPermitsandLicensingDivision
11004thStreet,SW,4thFloor
‘Washington,DC20024
DearMr.Bailey:
Enclosedisacompleted“ApplicationforConstructionPermitsonPrivateProperty”
submittedbytheEmbassyoftheKingdomofSpain,inconnectionwiththeinstallationofasign
atthechancery,locatedat2375PennsylvaniaAvenue,NW,Washington,DC20037.
Onthebasisofreciprocity,theDepartmentofStaterequeststhatallpermitsbeissuedfor
theEmbassyoftheKingdomofSpain,Further,theDepartmentrequeststhatallpermitfeesbe
waivedforanyapplicablepermitsotherthanfeesrequiredfortheperformanceofaspecific
service.
‘TheDepartmentwouldappreciateyourreviewoftheplansandtheissuanceofthe
permit(s)atyourearliestconvenience,
Ifyouhaveanyquestionsregardingthismatter,pleasecontacttheDepartment'sOffice
ofForeignMissionsat(202)895-3500,extension5orOFMProperty@s1GOV.
Enclosure:
Asstated.
cc:GovernmentoftheKingdomofSpain MINISTRY
OFFOREIGNAFFAIRS,EUROPEANUNION
ANDCOOPERATION INWASHINGTON,D.C.
EMBASSYOFSPAIN
APPENDIXIll
AFriendofIndependence
ThefigureyouseebeforeyouisBernardodeGalvez.DuringtheAmerican
Revolution,hewasthegovernorofSpanishLouisiana,partofNewSpain,amassive
territorystretchingfromCanadaandCaliforniatoCentralAmerica.Earlyinthe
RevolutionaryWar,GalvezprovidedtheUnitedStateswithsuppliesandfunds.
WhenSpaindeclaredwaronBritain,Galvezorganizedamulticulturalarmy,
composedofSpanishregularsandmilitia,aswellasvolunteers(Americans,French,
Afro-descendantsandIndianNations).TheycapturedBritishfortsinNatchez,Baton
Rouge,andMobile.Galvez'sgreatestvictorywastheconquestofPensacolain
1781.Hedefeatedtheenemyafteratwo-monthsiegewagedbylandandsea.
Spain'scontrolofsouthernlandsandwatersallowedGeorgeWashington'sarmyto
focusonfightingtheBritishinVirginia.Thisassistance,inadditiontothefinancial
supportandsuppliessenttotheAmericansduringtheWar,ultimatelyledtovictory.
Inrecognitionofthisvitalaid,BernardodeGalvezwasconferredhonoraryU.S.
citizenshipin2015.
However,hewasnottheonlySpaniardtoaidthefledglingUnitedStates.Hispanics
fromformerterritoriesoftheSpanishCrown(present-dayMexico,Guatemala,
Honduras,Nicaragua,ElSalvadorCostaRica,Cuba,PuertoRicoandtheDominican
Republic),foughtinFloridaandtheCaribbeanagainsttheBritishArmyandraised
fundstomakeAmericanIndependenceareality.
ThebronzestatuewasmadebyartistSalvadorAmayain2016.
ForSpainandtheKing,GélvezatPensacola,paintingbyAugustoFerrer-Dalmau
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PUBLICLAW113-229—DEC.16,2014 128STAT.2117
PublicLaw113-229
118thCongress
JointResolution
ConferringhonorarycitizenshipoftheUnitedStatesonBernardodeGalvexyDee.16,2014
‘Madrid,ViseountofGalvestonandCountofGalvez. Eee
WhereastheUnitedStateshasconferredhonorarycitizenshipon
7otheroccasionsduringitshistory,andhonorarycitizenship
isandshouldremainanextraordinaryhonornotlightlyconferred
norfrequentlygranted;
WhereasBernardodeGalvez,yMadrid,ViscountofGalveston’and
CountofGalvez,wasaherooftheRevolutionaryWarwho
riskedhislifeforthefreedomoftheUnitedStatespeopleand
providedsupplies,intelligence,andstrongmilitarysupportto
thewareffort;
WhereasBernardodeGélver,recruitedanarmyof7,500menmade
upofSpanish,French,African-American,Mexican,Cuban,and
Anglo-Americanforces’andledtheeffortofSpaintoaidthe
UnitedStates’colonistsagainstGreatBritain;
WhereasduringtheRevolutionaryWar,BernardodeGalvezand
histroopsseizedthePortofNew‘Orleansandsuccessfully
defeatedtheBritishatbattlesinBatonRouge,Louisiana,
Natchez,Mississippi,andMobile,Alabama;
WhereasBernardodeGalvez.ledthesuccessful2-monthSiege
ofPensacola,Florida,wherehistroopscapturedthecapitalof
BritishWestFlorida’andlefttheBritishwithnonavalbases
intheGulfofMexico;
WhereasBernardodeGalvez.waswoundedduringtheSiegeof
Pensacola,demonstratingbraverythatforeverendearedhimto
theUnitedStatessoldiers;
WhereasBernardodeGélver’svictoriesagainst.theBritishwere
recognizedbyGeorgeWashingtonasadecidingfactorinthe
outcomeoftheRevolutionaryWar;
WhereasBernardodeGalvezhelpeddraftthetermsoftreatythat
endedtheRevolutionaryWar;
WhereastheUnitedStatesContinentalCongressdeclared,on
October31,1778,theirgratitudeandfavorablesentimentsto
BernardodeGélverforhisconducttowardstheUnitedStates;
Whereasafterthewar,BernardodeGélvezservedasviceroyof
NewSpainandledtheefforttocharttheGulfofMexico,including
GalvestonBay,thelargestbayontheTexascoast;
Whereasseveralgeographiclocations,includingGalvestonBay,Gal-
veston,Texas,GalvestonCounty,‘Texas,Galvez,Louisiana,and
128STAT.2118 PUBLICLAW113-229—DEC.16,2014
St.BernardParish,Loui
je;
WhereastheStateofFloridahashonoredBernardodeGalvez
withthedesignationofGreatFloridian;and
WhoreasBernardodeGalvezplayedanintegralroleintheRevolu-
tionaryWarandhelpedsecuretheindependenceoftheUnited
States:Now,therefore,beit
ResolvedbytheSenateandHouseofRepresentativesofthe
UnitedStatesofAmericainCongressassembled,ThatBernardo
deGalvenyMadrid,ViscountofGalvestonandCountofGalvez,
igproclaimedposthumouslytobeanhonorarycitizenoftheUnited
ates.
na,arenamedafterBernardode
ApprovedDecember16,2014.
LEGISLATIVEHISTORYHJ.Res.105:
HOUSEREPORTS:No,113-548(Comm,ontheJudi
CONGRESSIONALRECORD,Vol.160(2014)
‘July28,consideredandpassedHouse.
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Existing fence
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P.01.01Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
NORTH
CURRENTPLAN
SCALE: 1/30 DIN A3
CURRENT PLAN
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es +21 5/8"
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B.
Removed at existing fence to be adapted; see plan of new fence
C.
Demolition of statue base; statue + plaque, to be removed
for reinstallation according to design project
D.
Removed existing plantings
PLAN
P.01.02Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
DEMOLITIONPLAN
SCALE: 1/30 DIN A3 DEMOLITION PLAN
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es +21 5/8"+6
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HEIGHT: 30" WEIGHT:1325 lbs. MATERIAL: CONCRETE·
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PLANTERS
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Standardized informational Sign
(height to be adapted)B.
New fencing
C.
New Paving - Exposed aggregate concrete /
portuguese cobblestoneD.
Poured in place concrete benches
E.
New planters and plant species
F.
New planters and plant species
G.
New planter with ground cover
H.
Statue with new poured in place concrete base
I.
Existing memorial plaque attached to fence
J.
Planted ivy or vining plant TBD
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L.
Bulbs, tall grasses, perennials TBD
M.
Patch with new brick where missing or damaged
LEGEND
PROPOSALPLAN
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WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
DISTRIBUTION PLAN
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es LYD.
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rosebush
rosebush
VEGETATION - PLANTINGS
TYPE A: Asarum canadense, 6 units/m2 + Allium 'Mount
Everest' 9 units
TYPE B: We maintain existing vegetation to
give continuity
TYPE C: Rosa banksiae Rosea, 6 utsTYPE D: Muhlenbergia capillaris, 8 units
TYPE E: Pennisetum villosum or Pennisetum
alopecuroides
TYPE F: Cornus stolonifera "Flaviramea"TYPE G: Prunus cerasifera serrulata + Liriope
muscari “Monroe White”
LIGHTING
CIRCUIT 2 ABOVE GROUND CABLECIRCUIT 1 UNDERGROUND CONNECTIONCIRCUIT 2 UNDERGROUND CONNECTIONWATERPROOF CONNECTION
P.01.04Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
PLANPLANTING + LIGHTING
SCALE: 1/30 DIN A3
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es
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"Bernardo de Gálvez"
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ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es +21 5/8"+6
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WORKING DRAWINGS
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PROPOSAL
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es C
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OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
FENCE
SCALE: 1/16 DIN A3
FENCE STRUCTURE
PROPOSAL
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es
Equidistant spacing between posts 2'-0"
FENCE POST
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FROST LINE
FOOTING
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2" POST WITH CAP
2" POST WITH CAP
12
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2" X 2" RAILING
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FROST LINE
FOOTING
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VINING PLANT TBD
2" x 2" POST WITH CAP
FLINT PAVING
EXPOSED CONC.AGGREGATE
GROUND COVER TBD
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17"
8-1/3"
14-1/2"
6-1/2"
8"
7-1/2"
STEEL EDGING
2"
2"
2"
VINING PLANT TBD2" x 2" POST WITH CAP
GRADE AT 0'-0"
STANDARD
BRICK PAVING
FLINT PAVING
GALVANIZEDSTEEL EDGING
PLANTING TBD
GROUND COVERING TBD
VINING GROUNDCOVER TBD
12"
2'-6"
FROST LINE
2"
2'-5-1/2"
2'-0"
FENCE POST
2'-6"
FROST LINE
BRICK RUG PAVING
NEW PLANTERPLANTS TBD
VINING PLANT TBD2" x 2" POST WITH CAP
FLINT PAVING
GRADE AT 0'-0"
15.5"
LED SPIKE UPLIGHT
VINING GROUNDCOVER TBD
2" EXPOSED CONC.AGGREGATE(PORTUGUESECOBBLESTONE)
2"
AGGREGATEBASE
8"
STANDARD
BRICK PAVING
GROUNDCOVER TBD
INFORMATIONALSIGN @45 DEG.
LANDSCAPING
PLANTS TBD
3"
CONCRETE
FOOTING
24"6"
12"
BRICKPAVING
2'-6"
FROST LINE
2"
AGGREGATEBASE
8"
17"
CONCRETE FOOTING
34"
17"
39"
EQ.
24"
COMMEMORATIVE
SCULPTURE
LANDSCAPING
PLANTS TBD
LED UPLIGHT
EQ.
8"
TALL PERENNIALPLANTINGS TBD
28"
REBAR O.C. VERTICAL
AND HORIZONTAL
2"
16°
25°
16°
EXPOSED CONC.AGGREGATE
P.01.08Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
DETAILS
SCALE: 1/20 DIN A3
PROJECT DETAILS
PROPOSAL
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es 18'
18"
43'
25'
40' 4'
18'
29' 4' 38'
38'
16'
19'
Detail of sonotube
formwork with attached
wooden slats (1x1")
poured in place striated
and brushed greyconcrete finish for
benches and stature
base. Recessed base is
smooth.
A1
PORTUGUESE GRANITE
COBBLESTONEA2
EXPOSED PEBBLE
AGGREGATE CONCRETE
B
EXISTING BRONZE PLAQUEC STRIATED AND BRUSHEDCONCRETEFOR BENCHES AND STATUEBASED
BLACK PAINTED METAL
FENCE,E
EXISTING BRICK PAVERS
P.01.09Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
DETAILS
SCALE: 1/20 DIN A3
PROJECT DETAILS
PROPOSAL
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
OWNER:SPAIN-USA FONDATION2801 16TH STREET NW, WASHINGTON DCTEODORO SACRISTÁN LLORENTE - 202 728 2352emb.washington@maec.es; teodoro.sacristan@maec.es
A
B
C
D
E
C
C
D
D
D P.01.09
PROPOSAL
SCALE: 1/20 DIN A3
Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
RENDER VIEWS
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
RENDER P.01.10Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
PROPOSAL
SCALE: 1/20 DIN A3
RENDER VIEWS
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
RENDER P.01.11Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
PROPOSAL
SCALE: 1/20 DIN A3
RENDER VIEWS
ARCHITECT:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDNIF: 06031187N
RENDER ESTADO REFORMADOPLANTA
P.00.00Conmemorative Garden
OCTOBER 2022
WORKING DRAWINGS
2375 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
"Bernardo de Gálvez"
ARQUITECTO:ADAM BRESNICK HECHT
12136 COAM
C/ SERRANO ANGUITA Nº7 28004 MADRIDCIF/NIF: 06031187N
INDEXP.01.1
CURRENT PLAN.
P.01.2
CURRENT PLAN.
CURRENT STATEREFURBISHED PROJECT
PLANPLAN
CURRENT STATEDEMOLITION
P.01.3
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
DISTRIBUTION PLAN
P.01.4
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
PLANTING + LIGHTING
P.01.5
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
WEST ELEVATION
P.01.6
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
SOUTH ELEVATION
P.01.7
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
FENCE STRUCTURE
P.01.8
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
DETAILS
P.01.9
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
DETAILS
P.01.10
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
RENDER VIEWS
P.01.11
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
RENDER VIEWS
P.01.12
PROPOSAL PLAN
PLAN
RENDER VIEWS
Commemorative Works Committee Action
December 15, 2023
PROJECT Bernardo de Gá lvez: A Friend of Independence
Embassy of Spain
2375 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC
SUBMITTED BY Spain-USA Foundation
REVIEW AUTHORITY Recommendation to Mayor and District Council
ACTION TAKEN Recommend Approval
The Commemorative Works Committee (Committee) considered at its July 21, 2023, meeting the
proposed statue of Bernardo de Gálvez in front of the Embassy of Spain (Embassy) and recommends the
Mayor and District Council approve this commemorative work. The Committee requested a minor
modification to the base of the statue be resolved through discussion between the Spain-USA
Foundation (Sponsor) and Office of Planning.
Background
The Embassy installed a statue of Gálvez in District of Columbia (District) public space in June 2019
without obtaining permits. In September 2021, the Sponsor began working with District agencies to
obtain the necessary permits and proceed through the commemorative works review process.
Although the statue is installed, the Sponsor is proposing to relocate and make additional improvements
around the statue of Gálvez, a Spaniard who was governor of Spanish Louisiana and a General who led
Spanish troops fighting for the United States during the Revolutionary War. The statue is in public space
controlled by the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) adjacent to the Embassy at 2375
Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. The location of the proposed commemorative work is in the landscaped
“public parking” area of 24
th
Street, between the sidewalk and building façade. The commemorative
work has a total height of 90” (6’6”), including a 39” statue atop a 51” pedestal.
Because 2375 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW is a District Landmark and the commemorative work is in public
space under the jurisdiction of DDOT, the application is required to go through two additional reviews in
addition to the commemorative works review process:
1. Public Space Committee; and,
2. Historic Preservation Office.
Both the Public Space Committee and Historic Preservation Office staff reviewed and approved the
application.
The bronze statue depicts Gálvez in military dress standing with a sword in one hand, referencing his
heroic actions in 1781 that forced the Spanish entry into Pensacola Bay and past British batteries at Fort
Barrancas as part of efforts to force the British out of west Florida. This led King Charles III of Spain to
allow Gálvez to place on his coat of arms the words “Yo solo” (I Alone). These words are engraved at the
base of the statue.
Gálvez was a citizen of Spain who fought in the United States Revolutionary War, risked his life for the
freedom of the United States people, and provided supplies, intelligence, and military support. He
helped draft the terms of the treaty ending the Revolutionary War and commanded the Spanish war
ship “Galveston.” Galveston, TX, and the small town of Galveston, LA, are named for Gálvez. In 2014,
Gálvez became one of eight people the US Congress awarded honorary US citizenship. A memorial of
Gálvez located at Virginia Avenue and 22
nd
Street NW - authorized by Congress in 1976 and dedicated in
2007 - is maintained by the National Park Service and was a gift from King Juan Carlos of Spain to the
United States in honor of the United States’ bicentennial.
There is no direct connection between Gálvez and the District of Columbia.
Assessment of the Application
Location and Relationship of the Subject Matter
The proposed statue and site are appropriate for the subject:
• The site is identified as a potential commemorative work location in Locate , DC’s
commemorative work location strategy, because of wide sidewalks and landscaped
“public parking” and a nearby transfer point of two bus lines;
• There is a direct connection between subject and the site - a native of Spain and the
Embassy;
• There is an association between the subject and the nearby statue of George
Washington – Gálvez fought in the American Revolutionary War and George
Washington commanded the American forces during the War;
• The proposal includes seating and is within a landscaped green space adjacent to the
sidewalk where it is visually accessible and out of the pedestrian walkway;
• An interpretive plaque is located at the back of the sidewalk, near the seating area, and
next to the Embassy’s entrance;
• The scale and size of the statue and base complements the scale of the adjacent,
historic three-story building façade and more recent eight-story buildings across the 90’
width of 24
th
Street; and,
• The 17 feet of landscaped “public parking” adjacent to the building is a green and park-
like space appropriate for the commemorative work.
Proposed Works Compatibility with District Policies and Values
The proposed commemorative work is consistent with District policies and values:
• The location of the commemorative work is consistent with Comprehensive Plan policies
related to siting and design of commemorative works, including being located at a site
relevant to the subject, designed to be accessible to people of all ages and various
degrees of mobility, and designed in a way that benefits public life;
• The subject is consistent with values defined in Mayor Bowser’s District of Columbia
Facilities and Commemorative Expressions (DCFACES) report that emphasizes
discouraging subjects that participated in slavery, systemic racism, mistreatment of, or
actions that suppressed equality for, persons of color, women, and LGBTQ communities,
or took actions that violated the DC Human Rights Act;
• The subject is a native of Spain and consistent with the District’s goals to encourage
commemorative works that represent a diversity of culture, race, gender or gender
identity, sexual orientation, or disability status; and,
• The size and scale of the commemorative work is appropriate for the RA-5 zone where it
is located and that allows urban residential development and compatible institutional
and semi- public buildings, and the adjacent MU-6 zone that allows
a broad range of
commercial, institutional, and multiple-unit residential development at varying densities
.
Materials Used in the Commemorative Work
The materials proposed for the commemorative work are durable and appropriate for the
subject. The statue is bronze, and the base and seating are finished concrete. Bronze is a
material that has historically been used for outdoor sculptures because of its durability.
Sponsor’s Ability to Fund and Maintain the Commemorative Work
The Embassy of Spain has committed to fund the construction and maintenance of the
commemorative work.
Summary of Reviews by Other Reviewing Agencies and Organizations
Advisory Neighborhood Commission (ANC-2A) – The Advisory Neighborhood Commission
considered and voted to support the application at its June 19, 2023, meeting.
District Department of Transportation (DDOT) – The Public Space Committee approved the
application at its April 27, 2023, meeting.
National Capitol Memorial Advisory Commission (NCMA) – The Chair of NCMAC reviewed the
application, noted the commemorative work is not located in a reservation or other public or
similarly prominent space, and concluded that given its placement no further review by the
Commission is necessary.
Historic Preservation Office – The Historic Preservation Office staff reviewed the application
and confirmed it can be approved by staff and does not require review by the Historic
Preservation Review Board.
Commemorative Works Committee Recommendation
The Commemorative Works Committee recommends the Mayor and District Council approve the statue
of Bernardo de Gálvez in front of the Embassy of Spain at 2375 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW.