The Erie County Arts & Cultural Advisory Board (EACAB) meeting discussed the 2026 call for artists by the EACAB committee, inviting local residents to submit original works for installation.
• The meeting focuses on the 2026 call for artists by the Erie County Arts in Public Places committee.
• The call is open to all Erie County residents, excluding certain contracted artists.
• Artists may submit original works ready for installation, with a maximum size of 48" x 48".
• Each artist can submit up to three pieces, priced no greater than $2000 each.
• 03:24 Reach out to the International Institute of Buffalo and the San Security Buffalo organizations to inform them of their ineligibility for funding, providing detailed explanations for the decisions.
• 23:29 Consider implementing a deadline for new applicants each year to allow for better review and evaluation of eligibility.
• 30:23 Find out the deadline for submitting recommendations or decisions regarding funding.
• 46:21 Analyze the historical data on new applicants and their funding requests to better understand trends and impacts.
• 01:07:03 Organize a follow-up meeting to discuss the draft recommendations and methodology.
• 01:12:42 Assess how to address organizations with low scores and determine if there should be a threshold for decreases in funding.
• 01:21:24 Explore the possibility of adjusting the matrix to create a larger pool for historically underfunded organizations.
• 01:24:37 Circulate the revised spreadsheet once finalized for review and feedback.
• 01:25:44 Consider notifying applicants about the changes in funding methods and provide feedback mechanisms for those interested.
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The Erie County Arts & Cultural Advisory Board (EACAB) was re-established in 2012 in accordance with §2205 of the County charter. The Board is composed of up to 15 members appointed by calendar year, with a balanced mix of financial, legal, academic, culture, and arts advocacy experience. They and DEP staff review applications for funding submitted annually by Erie County arts & cultural entities.
More about EACAB, including meeting agenda, minutes, and presentation, can be found at: https://www3.erie.gov/cultural/background
