Cultural Council Agenda and Packet 2018 04 19

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A specific site must be selected and should reflect one or more of the Site Selection Values. The LCC must address any permissions or permits needed for the proposed location and any concerns about future viability of the location. PURCHASE AGREEMENT/DONATION ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT TERMS The LCC must research and determine that the work of art can be acquired under appropriate terms and that enough information is known about the work of art to appropriately evaluate its durability and expected maintenance. Specific terms that must be discussed with the donor, artist or seller include: 1. Value of the work of art 2. Description including title, artist and materials 3. Maintenance and conservation plans 4. Realistic lifespan of the work of art 5. Rights of the City to ownership or to reasonable use of images of the work of art for publicity, educational and promotional purposes 6. De -accession plan FUNDING The LCC must determine the cost to purchase and install the work of art and affirm that appropriate funds are available. The LCC must further determine that funds will be available for the expected ongoing maintenance of the work of art. GUIDING PRINCIPLES Looking at the acquisition and installation of the work of art as a whole, the LCC must determine that the work of art and proposed site meet the Guiding Principles for Public Art in Louisville. PUBLIC NOTICE If the LCC decides to proceed with a proposed Public Art installation after its initial evaluation, then prior to its final decision and installation, public notice will be made and the public will have an opportunity to comment. A sign will be placed at the proposed installation site for a minimum of 15 days prior to the date of the meeting when the LCC will vote on whether to acquire and install the work of art. The sign should include the following information: 1. Description, photograph or drawing of the work of art 2. Description, photograph or drawing of the proposed location 3. Anticipated lifespan 4. Maintenance plans 5. Source of work of art (donation/purchase) 6. Date, time and location of public meeting 7. Contact information for submitting public comment LOUISVILLE CULTURAL COUNCIL APPROVAL The LCC will discuss the proposed Public Art installation at the meeting announced on the public notice. The public will have an opportunity to comment at the meeting and comments received in writing will be shared. The LCC may then vote on whether to approve the proposed Public Artwork installation. All decisions by the LCC as to acquisition and placement of works of art shall be considered final. 3