Cultural Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2024 05 15

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When considering a new Public Art installation, the following process will be followed: 1. Evaluation: Prior to referring a work of art to the Cultural Board, the Program Manager will evaluate works of art proposed for donation or purchase in accordance with the selection and display factors in this document and in section 14.20.060 of the Louisville Municipal Code. As part of the evaluation process, the Program Manager may assemble a jury of community members to evaluate the work. 2. Public Notice: Prior to proceeding with the installation of a work of art proposed for display in a public place, the Program Manager will post notice at the proposed location. During this period the public will have an opportunity to comment on the proposal by email and at the subsequent Cultural Board meeting. 3. Approval: The Cultural Board will advise on whether to approve the work of art for installation and display in the public place. The Program Manager will issue a final written decision on whether to approve a work of art for installation and display in the public place. All decisions by the Program Manager as to placement of works of art shall be considered final unless the City Council within 45 days of the decision chooses to review the decision, which review shall occur at a subsequent City Council meeting. 4. City Council Review (if applicable): The City Council may choose to review the decision of the Arts and Events Program Manager in accordance with the LMC. 5. Purchase/Acceptance of Donation and Installation. Once the placement of a work of art has been approved, and the decision of approval considered final, the Program Manager may proceed with the purchase or acceptance of the work of art. EVALUATION The Cultural Board and Arts and Events Program Manager will evaluate proposed Public Art installations by considering the following criteria: CHOICE OF ARTIST AND WORK OF ART Artist and works of art selected should reflect one or more of the Work of Art and Artist Selection Values. SITE SELECTION A specific site must be selected and should reflect one or more of the Site Selection Values. If the initial selected site is found to be inappropriate for reasons relating to safety, access, utilities, or future planned development, a new, comparable site may be selected without further public notice or City Council review. The Arts and Events Program Manager will address any permissions or permits needed for the proposed location. PURCHASE AGREEMENT/DONATION ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT TERMS The Arts and Events Program Manager 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 name, and materials 3. Maintenance and conservation plans 4. Realistic lifespan of the work of art 4