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PUBLIC ART
For the purpose of the sections governing public art, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning:
ARTIST. A practitioner in the visual arts, generally recognized by critics and peers as a professional of serious intent and recognized ability who produces artworks.
DEACCESSIONING. A procedure for the withdrawal of an artwork from the public collection.
PUBLIC ART. Artwork that is accessible to the public and intended to be on permanent display. PUBLIC ART may be located on public land, in public facilities, or on private land that is accessible to the general public. PUBLIC ART may or may not be city-owned.
PUBLIC ART PROGRAM. Programing specifically designed to educate, inspire, or engage the public on art, art initiatives, or art advocacy.
PUBLIC ART PROJECT. Creation, commission or acceptance of a specific work of art for a specific public location.
(Ord. 2019-7, passed 7-16-2019)
In order to enhance the quality of life within the city and to further the interest of the city and its citizens in public art, the Common Council hereby establishes the Decatur Public Art Commission to oversee and implement the goals of the Public Art Program as hereinafter set forth in § 32.097.
(Ord. 2019-7, passed 7-16-2019)
(A) The Public Art Commission will consist of nine members. Members serve without compensation. Commission members shall be appointed upon the basis of demonstrated interest in, and knowledge and support of the arts, culture and Decatur’s historical value. Members shall consist of the following representatives:
(1) One representative shall be appointed by each of the governing bodies of North Adams Arts Council, Decatur Sculpture Tour, Cultural Connection, City of Decatur Parks and Recreation, the City of Decatur Redevelopment Commission, and Decatur Mainstreet for a total of six members.
(2) One representative shall be appointed by the Common Council of the city.
(3) Two representatives who are practicing artists or design professionals shall be appointed by the other members of the Commission.
(4) Additional individuals may be included on the Commission in an advisory, non-voting capacity. Advisory members may include, but not be limited to individuals with specialized expertise such as city staff representatives, public education professionals, and members or other city boards or commissions.
(B) The term of office for the initial members appointed to the Commission shall run from the date of appointment through December 31, 2023, or until a successor is appointed and confirmed, whichever is later. Provided however, the members appointed by Decatur Mainstreet, Common Council and Commission members shall run from the date of appointment through December 31, 2021, or until a successor is appointed and confirmed, whichever is later, in order to achieve staggered terms of office. All subsequent appointments shall be for four calendar years thereafter, or for the duration of an unexpired term in the case of an appointment to a vacancy. In the event an organization identified in division (A)(1) of this section no longer exists, or fails to make a required appointment within 90 days of the commencement of a new term, the member appointment of that entity will then be appointed by the Common Council of the city. The Chair of the Public Art Commission shall be a current member of the Public Art Commission. The Chair of the Commission will be elected by the members of the Commission. The Chair will serve a term of two years and shall be eligible for re-election to a second consecutive term. The Chair may not serve more than two consecutive terms as Chair.
(Ord. 2019-7, passed 7-16-2019)
The Commission shall meet at least once in each calendar quarter with frequency determined by the members. Meetings shall comply with Indiana Open Door Law I.C. 5-14-1.5. The Commission shall adopt rules and By-laws governing the manner in which it shall conduct business.
(Ord. 2019-7, passed 7-16-2019)
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