Item 9AItem 9A Approve policy for the display of art in public facilities
Jim C. Blagg
Assistant City Manager
Requested Action
Approve policy for the display of art in public facilities
Background Information
Originally to be a part of the City’s facility use policy
Number of new facilities had been completed or planned
Displays have been allowed for special events or CISD special events
Need for a comprehensive policy to cover all facilities
Additional Information
Policy governs all facets of art displays including:
Visual and performing art
Donated art
Purchase of art
Requires a use permit
Requires an art exhibit
agreement
Additional Information
Arts Council reviewed draft policy in October and made minor
revisions:
artists selling art
while displaying
fund raising events
extensions
At its December meeting the Arts Council recommended the policy to City Council
on a vote of 6-0.
Questions?
Jim C. Blagg
817.748.8601