Item 4K
Approve policy for the display and/or performance of art in public facilities or properties
March 29, 2011
City Council meeting
C3 Provide attractive and unique spaces for enjoyment of personal interests
Quality
Development
Partnerships
and Volunteerism
Art Policy Purpose
To create a process for temporary art displays
To display works of local & nationally professional artists
Provide attractive and unique spaces for citizens visiting City facilities, parks or shopping venues
Create an incentive or destination
To provide for permanent art displays
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
Need for a comprehensive policy to cover all facilities
Background Information
Arts Council recommended the policy to City Council 6-0 at December 2010 meeting
City Council considered the policy on January 25, 2011 and voted (7-0) to return the policy to the Arts Council for minor revisions
Arts Council considered revised policy on February 22, 2011; motion to approve policy failed to receive majority vote (3-3)
Additional Information
Proposed policy governs all facets of art displays including:
Visual & performing art
Donated art
Purchase of art
Requires:
Permit
Art exhibit agreement
Council Direction
The duration of art display
The sale of art
(prices on display)
Space utilized for art display
Staff Recommendation
Approve the revision of the proposed policy with Council recommendations
Questions:
Jim C. Blagg 817-748-8601