Virtual Arts in Public Places Committee Meeting: February 11, 2026


The Virtual Arts in Public Places Committee Meeting focused on updates regarding public art projects, budget allocations, upcoming artist calls, and eligibility criteria for future applications.

• Meeting discusses progress on public art projects and the approval of meeting minutes.
• The draft 2026 master public art plan received no major comments during the public hearing.
• Colette and Alexa will attend the community enrichment committee on 5 March for legislative approval.
•The call for artists opens on 16 March, with submissions due by 20 April.
• Committee discusses budget allocation for two public art locations, proposing $75,000 for each site.
• Eligibility criteria include a five-year wait for artists who completed previous large works to apply again.
• Discussed five-year policy for art awards and eligibility for future applications.
• Proposed creating a video scroll to promote awarded artworks and enhance visibility.
• Reviewed budget and location considerations for upcoming art projects at the botanical gardens.
• Addressed potential confusion around terminology for small works acquisition program titles.

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