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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 1934 - EXHIBIT A: Tukwila Municipal Arts PlanFollowing is Exhibit A to "Exhibit A: Tukwila Municipal Arts Plan" JANUARY 30, 2018 TUKWILA ARTS Tukwila Municipal Arts Plan TUKWILA PUBLIC ARTS & CULTURE MASTER PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction 3 Acknowledgements 4 Framing the Plan's Roadmap 6 What We Heard 7 THE ROADMAP Vision + Goals 8 Vision...................................8 Intent 9 Goals 10 What + Where 11 Types of Projects 11 Priority Locations 12 Focus Areas & Projects 13 The River 13 Tukwila International Boulevard 18 Southcenter District 22 Tukwila Village 25 Community -Wide Projects .................. 28 Events 28 Artist -In -Residence Projects 29 Matrix 30 THE TOOLKIT Nuts + Bolts 32 Developing the Arts Commission 32 Staffing and Consultants 32 Bi-Annual Planning 33 Initial Project Framework 33 Assessment Process 34 Partnerships 34 Beyond the % for Art Ordinance 35 Artist Selection Process 36 2-Year Checklist 38 Resources 40 T UkVVilGiS@Den8Rletic.[eOl@[�8h|��8ndV@rieMQOmMOUnit«COn0DriS8dDfthOSB who �iV8' VVO[k@Od visit. It includes long-time residents and those that have recently arrived from @PJUnd the world. Its distinct neighborhoods, SChOOl SVStBm' varied businesses types, employment centers, and regional shopping and entertainment are home tOTUkNil8`Sresidents and attract people from around the metropolitan area. TUkVVil@'Shas @Denviable system Dfparks, with the beautiful Green River and wooded hilly terrain. l-UkVVil@ is home to major institutions like the MUSeUOl OfFlight and St@[fi[8' and is 8 C[OSSFO@d5 Of major freeway infrastructure. The p8Op/8 of Tukwila are rightly D[OUd Of their city and aspire tOhaving their own community, and the broader public, recognize and partake Ofits many assets. The art master plan challenges Tukwila 10engage inan intendone|, unfolding process that will create /explore / experiment with how arts and cultural activity best en- gage thebroadustpartofthmoommunih/withthenooio| fabric and physical and emotional sense ofplace. The goal of the pvnueeo is to establish a diotinctive, respon- sive and flexible mosaic of contemporary cultural expres- oionsondootivities.|nduingno.a thoughtful network of bridges will bebuilt between diverse cultural expressions toideas, art forms topeople and meaningful locations thereby inevitably enriching the City. The City ofTukwila has spent agood deal of effort en- gaging widhitooitizenoonthovioionfortheironmmunhy The Comprehensive Plan, Strategic Plan, the Parks & Open Space Plan, branding efforts and the Community Conversations solicited broad input onthe values and priorities ofthe community. This art plan builds onthose key documents, looking for ways that arts and culture can contribute huthe ambitions for Tukwi|a'othoughtfully considered future. This art master plan links priorities for art and culture tothe well -considered vision that the community has set out for itself, aspiring to the goal in the City'a Strategic Plan: explore ways ofusing art br TUKVVILAARTS We would like to thank the many who contributed to@strong grounding of the "who, what, where" OfTukwila that was essential tOunderstand before embarking OOcrafting 8 plan that would be specific to this amazing City. City staff and Council, the Tukwila Arts Commission and members Ofthe community all took time tOshare their stories and views with us. The various planning documents the City has pDBp8PeM were also invaluable to understanding the larger framework of future civic goals. CITY OFTWKWlLA Allan Ekberg, Mayor Rick Still, Parks & Recreation Director Tracy Gallaway, Project Manager CITY COUNCIL Verna Seal, President Dennis Robertson Kathy Hougardy De'SeanOuinn KoteKruUar Thomas McLeod Zok|dan ARTS COMMISSION Cynthia Chesak Sheila Coppola He|enEnguena Trisha Gilmore Daniel Humkey Brian Kennedy A|oxVlUeUm YuhkoRoUino. Student Representative CITY STAFF David C|ine, City Administrator Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director Laurel Humphrey, Council Analyst Stephanie Gardner, Parks &Recreation Derek Speck, Economic Development Brandon Miles, Economic Development JoyVVittwer, Fire Chief Mike Perfe\d, Public Works Tanya Taylor, Public Works COMMUNITY Sean Albert, Parks Commission AbbieAnderson, KCLS Action Tukwila HamdiAhduUe.Somali Youth & Family Club K4ettaHanson, Artist, DuwamiahHill CONSULTANTS Carolyn Law, Artist Lesley 8ain, FA|A, Framework Cultural P|eoemaking TUKVVILAARTS 4 This art master plan presents aroad map that allows the City —in concert with the community toexplore how arts and cultural activities boat achieve the Cib/'a newly established vision, mission, and goals for this important component of civic life. The plan creates o matrix ofpo- tential ortundou|tuna|integraUonp000ibi|iMeadedtokey locations and/or whole features inTukwila. Thop|en'a goal iotointentionally contribute VoTukwi|a'avibrancy and character while supporting and creating new inter- connections betweenuummunitymembera.workeroand visitors toeach other and tothe place that the people of Tukwila call home. VVeinterviewed and spoke with staff from Administra- tion, Parks, P|anning, Public Works and Fire Depart- ment, elected members of the City Council, Arts Com- minsionmomberuandaParkCommianioner,aKing County Librarian, Action Tukwila, Somali Youth and Family Club director, and the artist for Ouwamish Hill Preserve. Everyone was insightful about the direction the city and their civic involvement should be heading to create the most livable community. There was awell-articulated sense ofvision, understanding, and unified direction. Many considerations were shared about how best tn use arts & culture as o strong ingredient for community building and p|ace'mahing.There was adesire \nfoster agreater degree and complexity ofcross-over and un- derstanding betvxoenvohoungnnupsinvns(mdinvvo/king onbehalf ofthe City. It was understood that engaging artists 0oexplore contemporary cultural artistic expression and insights in ways that would bring the community together and forge aunique sense cfsocial/cultural equity for Tukwila could dothis, but should bedescribed inaway that was specifically "Tulkwilan". The desire totake action and springboard off the 1% ordinance is strong. It is also clear that there are wonder- ful pntenda|partnerahipothotthaCityouu|davai|itee|f of. Yet the City must beinaleadership role and guide developing the overarching structure for the role arts and culture will play on behalf ofthe community and help strengthen all aspects of |iveb|o, sustainable place to live and work. |nparticular, when talking about physical Tukwila, we heard that Tukwila International Boulevard with the new library, gathering space and housing isafocus aoithas the potential togather people together byproviding o central spine that demonstrates oconcrete sense of caring for aplace, The importance ofthe river was also much mentioned, with acknowledgement that itisnot well used or known. ''Re'smeing" infrastructure was talk- ed aboutbypurposofuUyusing^tuctima|urbanism^--side' wa|ktrwatmentaand interesting vertical gestures coupled with other projects 10 claim the streets as true p|aomn rather than merely functional. There was some mention ofneighborhoods and amplifying their distinctiveness. And the building ofhousing and mixed use buildings in the SouthnmntorDistrict will ultimately change the way that area ofthe city iainhabited, used and perceived. Addressing this mix nfphysical spaces using arts and culture will support ohealthy, vital community for the current and future demographic mix. THE ROADMAP WHAT WE HEARD 9 Policy should reflect that creative art and cultural expressions are core values of the City. • The City should support and look for ways to increase the involvement of community members in creative endeavors. '''''''''''' • '''''''''''' • • " '''' • • " • "" '''' • • " • " '''''' • • " •• In Summary: There is an expressed desire to create an overall vital, beautiful integration Of physical and cultural/ social environments that ullima:eity imbues Tdkwila with a distinctive apsweciation ofp.lace ync sense of i:eIonpinq. _sea • Artists should be included on design and planning teams, influencing project designs with artistic approaches and art concepts. The City should recognize the important part that beautiful and interesting civic and public spaces have to play in the health and vitality of Tukwila's community. Artists should be involved in a variety of artist -in - residence situations that contribute to bringing diverse aspects of the community together and expanding the thinking within City departments about infusing arts and culture wherever possible in their work, r The City should use art and culture to foster a collaborative spirit between departments and staff members, 9 Cultural expressions and activities should be visible thoughout the City at all scales, including in the rights - of -way, sidewalks, parks, the river trail, and public places. 9 City -sponsored performances and festivals should bring locals and non -locals together, seeding ideas for more types of cultural activity and sharing that could come directly from community members and groups. The City ta Laid adopt a policy of elf Evince the arts and the capacity of artists to •devise ternaoraii,, pernnent and interac dye art projects and processes as a key &emelt in creative placetrnaking .and unLv; ui ding„ TUKWILAARTS 6 ............. VISION Arts and culture are active and visible in many ways in Tukwila, bringing pleasure and vitality to everyday life. Tukwila's civic identity and pride are strengthened through celebrating arts and culture, engaging and reflecting the multifaceted nature of the community, generating bonds among people and adding meaning to the places where they live and work. TUKVVI LA ARTS 8 VISION + GOALS INTENT Decisions regarding use of public funds for art and culture will provide a balance of project types and locations, based on the intent and vision of Tukwila Arts. THE SPECTRUM OF ART AND CULTURE IN TUKWILA WILL INCLUDE: Art at purposely selected civic buildings Art and culture that highlights the particular places that make Tukwila unique Community engagement projects that emphasize the creative process Community -wide culturally -based gatherings, events and performances 0 or TUKWILAARTS 9 VISION + GOALS GOALS Provide a balance of project types and locations, based on the intent and vision of Tukwila Arts. Use resources effectively, leveraging partnerships and additional sources of funding. • IN 1111 X X IN Target projects that will use the arts to strengthen connections to the special places of Tukwila, and among community members. Increase a sense of identity for Tukwila that is both visible to the broader public and meaningful to the people who live and work in Tukwila. Encourage participation for all in opportunities to make and display creative art in Tukwila. Engage artists both within the city and beyond to enrich the cultural dialogue and expression available within Tukwila. • • • Encourage City departments to seek opportunities that integrate arts and culture into all aspects of planning and implementation of projects in the built environment. TUKVVILA ARTS 10 TYPES OF PROJECTS This plan encourages City support for a variety of types of projects. These will include permanent physical art projects, temporary projects, civic residencies, community engagement and events focused on culture, with artist involvement, The spectrum of art and culture in Tukwila will include: Art at purposely selected civic buildings a Art and culture that highlights the particular places that make Tukwila unique Community engagement projects that emphasize the creative process Community -wide culturally -based gatherings, events and performances City of Tukwila, Backyard Wildlife Festival Community process for Multiplicity, John Fleming, Artist TUKWILAARTS 11 WHAT + WHERE PRIORITY LOCATIONS Projects should bolocated tohave the most positive im- pact forMheoommunitymndk/meptnhogoa|oof7uAwila Arts. Art iaoften incorporated into public buildings and spaces, including civic buildings and parks. The art et the library and at the light rail station are excellent examples ofpermanent public art experienced byewide segment ofcommunity members. DuwaminhHill ioonexemplar ofincorporating art into parks. Public art inalso well located as part ofvisible civic infraotruduve, such as bridges ortransit hubs. Three key districts have been identified aowell suited topublic art inTukwila. These include the river, Tukwila International Boulevard, and the GouthoenterDistrict. Incorporating art into these special areas would bein keeping with the Ci1y'nComprehensive Plan and with multiple outreach efforts. Beyond afocus ondistricts, projects that are intended tn bmcommunity+mide'and designed bodraw people from throughout Tukwila should beimplemented anpart of each 2'yearplan. These types ofprojects are outlined within the plan inthe Focus Areas & Projects section that THE RIVER The Green/Duwamish River is a defining feature, running through the entire length of Tukwila. The river is not only a highly visible feature of Tukwila's natural systems, it has been central to the city's history and economy. Many of the City's green open spaces lie along the river, connected by the Green River Trail, Already, some of Tukwila's finest art is along the river, such as the work at Duwamish Hill Preserve, and signature community celebrations take place along the river the Community Center and Fort Dent Park. Art, in the form of permanent works and celebratory events, can strengthen the role of the river in Tukwila's identity and community life. Despite the fact that the Green/Duwamish River is the city's spine, it is hard to reach from many parts of Tukwila. Major changes in topography and heavily trafficked arterials separate many neighborhoods from the river physically and perceptually. Art and cultural events can help reinforce the river as a destination, and focus on connections to the river. FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS Some ofTukwi|a's finest art isalong the river. The top image in Duwaminh Gardens, which is both a salmon habitat restoration site and public park, with interpretive signs and art that help tell the story of the Native Americans who made their home onthe river. Community celebrations take place along the river, such osthe 48hofJuly atFort Dent Park. Bottom left isanimage ofthe Chaotic Cartographers (Vanessa deWolf, Chohsn CeU, Lydia Swartz) at the Tukwila Revealed event in2U15.awalk along the Duvvamiahinterspersed with performance, storytelling and urtmaking.aspart ofthe Duwamish Revealed project funded inpart with onational grant byArt Place. The bottom right image shows Seasonal Rounds, byartist K4otteHanson, atDuwomishHill Preserve. Seasonal Rounds ioofocal point and gathering place inthe cultural gardens, which feature native plants and habitats traditionally used bythe Puget Sound Se|inhpeople. WW TUKWILAARTS 14 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS THE RIVER WHAT CAN ART DO? 0, Art can help people connect to t'I e river: Newark staged a parade for neighborhoods to walk to the river together. Art can mark access points to the river with large scale, joyful installations. This location would be a great place to make the river visible! 0 Art can mark sequence along the river, like this milestone —one of nine by Jim Collins along the river in Chatanooga Tennesee. The art could also define the Tukwila segment of the Green River Trail 50 Increase the attractiveness of the river as a destination as a beautiful and humane place Build on the successful events already taking place near the river Newark Ri►eiront Park and Plan, Hector & many others Mile Markers, Jim Collings, Chatanooga TN Floating Museum, Chicago TUKWILA ARTS 15 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS THE RIVER WHAT'S POSSIBLE Ideas to jump-start thinking: * Art on adjacent buildings 4' Mural program • Creative signage ........ + ...... . • . . • . • • Events along the river Floating art • Performances • Skate, Stroll & Roll • Treasure hunt Parades to the river Parades along the river • Linear sculpture park • Interactive art #-phiPlc#M#V#A0 vvitroti94,0114' /tt,t$ $ * '444,04'0 PONT 11* Nupu ,Priffirgpm#### 407 Itrt Terestrial Melody, David Rice & Ola Volo 4*" ... ':..1,, .. ... 01 Fiesta, Carol Golr, Little Rock AK :• *" • Wee Pixels, Fraftwork Cultural Placemaking Process, Travis Mong FZunl'er, Pete Be.;an TUKWILAARTS 16 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS GOALS FOR ART & CULTURE AT THE RIVER •0••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Focus the arts on existing public assets along the river, including Duwamish Hill Preserve/Cecil Moses Memorial Parks/North Wind's Weir, Tukwila Community Center, Fort Dent Park and Bicentennial Park. In these locations, consider celebratory events; social practice projects; and temporary or seasonal installations. *011••••••••••••••111•10•11•X11•10.1••••• Look for opportunities to better connect the river to Tukwila's neighborhoods, highlighting access points and routes to the river including Duwamish Gardens, Tukwila Community Center, Codiga Park, BECU Headquarters, Foster Point (57th Ave Mini Park and lookout point), Foster Golf Links, Fort Dent/ Starfire Sports Complex, and Bicentennial Park. TUKWILAARTS 17 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD The ambition for Tukwila International Boulevard is as a multicultural district, with small businesses and resi- dences serving diverse communities around the region. Art and culture can contribute to the vision for Tukwila International Boulevard, reflecting and celebrating the rich mix of backgrounds and making the character of the neighborhood visible. with Tu wila Village I 1 . k II 1 TUKWILAARTS 1 8 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD WHAT CAN ART DO? Art can give identity to International Boulevard as a place with a rich culture and home to ethnic businesses Art can jump start a transformation of International Boulevard, as new businesses and new urban form take shape Art bring color and beauty to International Boulevard. 40.00)q„ 4440 'i2SE3 ';i44 r ,1'10 TUKWILAARTS 19 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS WHAT'S POSSIBLE? Ideas to jump-start thinking: • Art on banners 4' Art on ground plane —streets and sidewalks A Lighting • Gathering Places 44 Sculpture in the right-of-way Art -based events, festivals and parades ^ • • . • • • . ^ .... ..... . • • • e ......... ....... • ......... • Distinctive murals Come Sit at My Table, Art/Sports/Potluck, Action Tukwila Banners, created at Camp VVinnarainboW':. Silicon Forest, Brian Borello rn TUKWILAARTS 20 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS GOALS FOR ART & CULTURE AT TUKWILA INTERNATIONAL BOULEVARD Add art that celebrates the international character of the district and increases its visibility Support social practice projects such as community mapping, walking tours, story gathering, etc Vision Sketch of Tukwila International Boulevard, CNU Charrete TUKVVI LA ARTS 21 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS SOUTHCENTER DISTRICT The SnudhoenterDistrict isthe dty'sprimary commercial hub, a concentrated center ofemployment, and aregional destination for shopping and entertainment. The area iaalso moving from amodel ofautomobile dominance toaparadigm ofmixed use, transit access and wa|kabi|ity. The vision for the SouthoonterDistrict isclearly spelled out inthe Subarea Plan and the SounhoenhorDesign Manual. The spectrum ofarts and cultural opportunities can support the vision, and serve inthe near term aoe way bohelp people orient themselves and imagine the positive aspects ofits future. These goals are intended anaguide both for prioritizing expenditure ofpublic art funds, and for private investments inart and culture. By coordinating private efforts, the "sum ofthe parts" will have agreater impact inthe district. mr � Hotel Interurban Tukwila Pond -f^ � � .� TUKWILAARTS 22 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS WHAT CAN ART DO? ° Art can help Tukwila kick-starting their plans and help people imagine what the visions might feel like. ......... . ....... ....... ....... . ............ ° Art can mark important places and help people find their way to destinations. ° Art can create and define space, making places that attract people and activities. WHAT'S POSSIBLE? Ideas to jump-start thinking: • Large scale or iconic art o Art that helps wayfinding Small scale art that humanizes space t Events of all sizes • ........... ^ ............ ....... • • • . • • Artistic treatment of the public right-of-way • Environmentally -related art at the pond • • s . • ....... ....... ....... . • Artistic connections to the river Al.*44°04gkin * !VP* Iris, Pete Beeman 714,W64$40411,POle Bourke Street Mall Lighting, Studio 505 Melbourne, Australia jit$16111111001t TUKWILAARTS 23 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS GOALS FOR ART & CULTURE IN THE SOUTHCENTER DISTRICT •ON X MEM "MX At MON•••••••••••••••• Use art to help generate an understandable hierarchy of spaces in the developing neighborhood, with gathering places of community significance and intuitive routes to transit Enhance Southcenter District area streetscape/sidewalks in advance of new development Encourage parklets & pop -ups used for events and arts activity spaces •41.111111111•INS•NOW•teli1111•11•11•1•WWWW2 MUSS. Highlight neighborhood parks leading into the river trail system Diagram of Southcenter District vision, showing connections to the Sounder Station, the Westfield Mall and Tukwila Pond. —Southcenter Subarea Plan p.12 TUKVVILA ARTS 24 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS TUKWILA VILLAGE with Tukwila International Boulevard The City ofTukwila has led the transformation ofsix acres near Tukwila International Boulevard and South 144th Street into a heart for the community. Public art is a highlight of the recently opened library, community meeting space, caf6and plaza. Future development should continue tnvalue the very successful community - based prooeonh»rpub|inartmsTukwi|oViUmgeinbui|t out and used, with events and activities drawing onthe cultural richness ofTukwila. urmat Tukwila Village, Andersen 3moio` ~_ —_� �~~-'-_ ��'�_`°=�'~ ��wr TUKWILAARTS 25 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS WHAT CAN ART DO? • Arts and culture can enfive and engage the community at many levels, sharing culture and celebrations with music, dance, art, traditions, and food. * Arts and culture at Tukwila Village can be a model of the value of co munity engage ent for other developments wilipm#0 WHAT'S POSSIBLE? Ideas to jump-start thinking: • Community -based art * Artist -led celebrations, events and performances • ............ ....... • . ............ . • . • • Concerts • Artists in residencies * Activation of Tukwila International Boulevard TUKWILAARTS 26 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS GOALS FOR ART & CULTURE IN TUKWILA VILLAGE •0111•••••••••••••••••••••••11. ••••• Events that are annual or developed using a themed approach, using a range of artists to conceive of engaging community events Temporary participatory art projects that temporarily transform the gathering place for a set amount of time TUKVVI LA ARTS 27 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS COMMUNITY -WIDE Art and cultural events draw the people ofTukwila together tocelebrate, create shared special occasions and make shared memories. Art -based events can help define community culture: we are the city that has hm, annual activities onthe river. Tukwila could have more ofthese shared, joyful experi- ences inparkepuce.a|ongthehvecoro|ongTuhwi|u International Boulevard. Such events could beCity led, orcommunity-based with City support. , There isalready avery successful tradition ofevents in Tukwila. The City sponsors annual events including the Family 4thetthe Fort and the Backyard Wildlife Festival. Community organizations and partnerships also sponsor events, such anAction Tukwila and religious orgonizo' tiona.Thmochoo|sa|nohaveortmventnandou|tura| However, there isstill room for ewide range ofgather- ings andeventathatarenp*cifimaUygenenatedbyortiyt'o concepts. Instead of following models from o|sevvhere. Tukwila could adapt models toserve its community needs. Instead of an art wa|k, there could be a monthly showcase ofdance, storytelling, nrother creative activi- ties ofinterest tothe community. Events could: ° Engage with infrastructure inways that create neighborhood identity orhighlight a City amenity * Incorporate temporary art works 10, Highlight connections, such as routes to the river IV Feature cultural traditions, visual and performing arts = Create annual traditions TLIKVV ILA ARTS 28 FOCUS AREAS & PROJECTS ������K��~��U���������U���������� ���� x u�� u�uo� ������u����o��*�� PROJECTS � v�*��u�n� u �� Involving artists inthe community and with City agencies can boeproductive way tofoster arts and creativity in broad and sometimes unexpected ways. There are in- teresting mode|sofartistu'in'ronidenoeenargizingpub|ic agencies; inTukwila this could beanartist embedded in the Parks Department tobrainstorm and gather ideas for the river, parka. Community Center, etc. with City staff. Other programs have artiuto'in'vooidenoeserve as role models and mentors to |uoa| artists and artisans. Examples nfsuccessful residencies include: King County Trail System Anartist team developed temporary art and arange of engagement activities bzshowcase the trail system that was underusedbycounty residents. The residency al- lowed thepub|ioartprogramtooeewhat\ypesofpro]' eotuwou|dbemootauooeasfu|inaddingtotheuseand meaning ofthis wonderful asset. Green Infrastructure and Waterways Artist -in -Residence Program, Seattle Public Utilities Working with SPUstaff ino8'monMhresidency, artist Vaughn Bell developed onart master plan hzguide public art commissions that would be integrated into drainage and wastewater projects, showing people how wmrelate toour environment. Artist -in Residence -Program Seattle Department of Transportation Atwo-part Art Plan for Seattle's Department ufTranspor- tation waadeve|opadbyartistDania|K4iha|yn(|inkpro- videdinReaouroeu).OneofMheideaafromthep|anthat has been enacted isaresidency ctthe Fremont Bridge. Outcomes have been oliterary work onSeattle's history byBinaaVVashutoand asound installation, "Bridge Talks BaoK'.byKristen Ramirez. Creative Community Housing Project This residency, run by The CreativeoProject of Atlanta, offers free studio space and subsidized housing tosix artists, with the intent of"nurturing the arts eoo'nyutem through arts education aemioe"Artists are nurtured and men0onadthemselves, and also give back through the Community Arts Program. TLIKW ILA ARTS 29 w. TYPES OF PROJECT (1) permanent temporary soniniuntty engagerrrient (Elvis residency gatrieringsf events erivironrsenta TUKVVI LA ARTS 3 0 THE ARTS COMMISSION With the new % Ordinance, the Arts Commission will have broader responsibility than inthe past. Commis- sioners viUwmrkinpartnenyhipwithntaff0oupho|dtho ordinance. They will partner with staff Vobring the pro- gram tofruidnn using this plan as platform tnframe and realize the most creative, productive uses ofthe available % funds inthe near future. Additionally, Commissioners effectively become front-line arts and culture advocates within the community, further broadening the proOram'a impact. Commissioners can craft multiple ways toac- tively bui|dbhdgesbebweentheoommunityandthearts beyond the projects funded bythe Y6funds, Developing ospecific addendum VmTukwi|a's standard commissioner handbook will beovery helpful fint step in clarifying the Arts Commissioners' roles. Clearly outlining responsibilities establishes anenvironment that supports members working together effectively. Beyond specific responsibilities, the addendum would outline how the Commission interacts with otoff, methodology for picking new members, budget review, project review procedures, etc. There are many local examples ofmunicipalities Tukwi|e'osize that have developed standards for their arts commissions. Communities such asShoreline, Edmonds. Kent and Redmond have long-standing programs with arts commissions. There ionoreason to reinvent, but rather reviewing and gleaning from these other municipalities would be efficient. STAFFING AND CONSULTANTS For aprogram such aaTukwi|a's.kwould bebest, and even necessary, tohave dedicated staff time allotted for the program to thrive and grow. For example, Shoreline has a1/2time FTEthat inable hodnexcellent work continually developing their program and advocating for the arts within the community and City staff. Depending onTukwi|a'obud- getary ability initially, the City could consider hiring a person experienced inpublic art for aspecific contractual period. This would be very helpful in getting the program off to a strong start in the initial 2-3 year period. Since the arts are seen anastrong additive hoeody's economy, arguments can bemade Voinvest indedicated staffing. It in very difficult for an existing staff member to take onanarts program along with other responsibilities. Our metropolitan area has avvea|th of people in the arts that are looking for just such ajob. They come with exceptional skills that will quickly help establish and evolve oprogram. Small arts programs, especially ifthere iunot dedicated staff, find itdifficult horun artist selection processes and larger art planning efforts. |tiamore efficient and cost effec- tive touaeoutnideoonuu|tentntohand|etheneoucasiona| processes. VVeare fortunate 0nhave very good resources within our larger area. One notable resource is 4 Culture's Public Art Program. There are also very competent individual arts consultants that can undertake this work. NUTS & BOLTS BI=ANNUAL PLANNING Apublic art budget is typically tied bzthe ordinance. Certain projects inthe Capital Improvement Plan (C|P) generate the 96dollars. Because C|Pprojects are based onmulti-year projections and then outlined for the next fiscal year, it is possible to plan forward for the Y6for Art money that will begenerated. The responsible City staff member should outline a 2'ymarplan for the use ofthese monies and present this plan nfmonies tied hoproject type and schedule for the Arts Commission tomake arecommendation for approv- a|.besedonthephohUesoftheArtP|an.Havingadear plan for project types and expenditures ioessential to effectively have art that achieves the vision and goals set out bythe City. Once the plan gains approval, projects unfold accordingly. INITIAL PROJECT FRAMEWORK This plan proposes the City develops oninitial plan that outlines the ^VVhat.Where & Budget" ofprojects for the first 2 years of using the Y6 Ordinance. In this initial framework, anexploratory range nfcarefully selected arts & cultural projects with desired impacts would be shepherded forward. At the end of each year, it is recom- mended that the projects beassessed for level ofsuc- cess bystaffandArtsCummission. At that point, appro- priate 0weokaendacUustmentswou|dbomadebmsedon what isbeing learned 0nboparticularly effective for the Tukwila community. Th Initial Plan all*ws the arts program- ming to be flexible and responsive to the unique circumstances at play in Tukwila. The arts program would become a living TLIKVV ILA ARTS 33 NUTS & BOLTS ASSESSMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROCESS Anassessment matrix, based onthe intent, vision and goals ofTukwila Arts, should bedeveloped 1odetermine successes, lessons |earned, impact and balance of project types that ioaligned with the vision and goals of the program. The City would determine the best way get feedback from the community to couple with internal City staff assessment, The finding ofthe assessment process would be presented to the Arts Commission for discus- sion and to determine to continue with the remaining projects outlined in the 210 3'yearplanning framework nr tomake specific, informed changes. v The reach ofthe 196for Art program could bagreatly expanded and energized bydeveloping partnerships with existing organizations that currently have interesting relationships tothe community. This would increase the ability of the program to be unique to Tukwila. Asampling ofgroups, non -profits and institutions hopart- ner 0 Action Tukwila ° Tukwila and High|ineSchool Districts 14 King County Library * Non -profits working with diverse populations ........................... ........................... ....... 0 Sounders * Local businesses = Museum of Flight IV, Forterra TLIKVV ILA ARTS 34 NUTS & BOLTS BEYOND THE 1% FOR ART ORDINANCE Support cultural understanding of City staff Beyond the 1Y6for Art money, itinalso possible for the City to develop an internal n|imohs where staff is consis- tently factoring in arts & culture as a component of how they scope upcoming City projects, policies and initia- tives. It is possible toadd in e line for arts activity beyond the % for Art ordinance. Artists mnDesign Teams Additionally, the City could decide torequest that artists with public art experience beadded toteams applying for City C|Pprojects. [}rifprojects are being developed in- ternally, staff could bring an artist on for certain input, etc. to collaborate with staff. Again, this would be added to the overall budget analine item. This approach isstated inthe goals. Toinsure that the firms understand what the City inlooking for, acomprehensive approach stated in opolicy with specific language should bedeveloped that would then beused inevery RFQthe City publishes. Funding for creative projects There iealso the opportunity touse some ofthe arts funds toseed orange ofactivity inthe City that iugener- ated bygroupnandneighborhoodo.Forinotanoe.omuU City granting programs for various neighborhood initiated projects can beused toevolve community understanding of the role the arts play in strengthening their community. Auwell, adding someone who inwell versed increative thinking onprojects would enhance asense ofplace aa well aobroaden the potential approach and impact for community'bmoedpnojecte. Collaborations With onArt Plan and astaffed Arts Commission, Tukwila will bewell placed tntake advantage ofovariety ofpart- nership oppnrtuniden.Thesomayindudebusinenaovvn' ere who are interested in providing public art; institutions such aoschools and libraries; community groups and non'profto.Tukwila has already had major successes in the work with community groups such asAction Tukwila and non -profits including Forterna. TLIKVV ILA ARTS 35 NUTS & BOLTS ARTIST SELECTION PROCESS CALLS S FOR ARTISTS Calls for artists are generally developed with input from appropriate staff tied 1oaparticular project. They would beadvertised with approximately 6'8weeks Vothe dead- line foroubmitta|ofqua|ificatiuno.Formonypnojects.it is preferable to have artists assigned to projects early on, sothat they can incorporate art opportunities into the design of the project. Otherwise, opportunities can be missed, and the art can feel like anafterthought. There are several options for artist selection. First isan open call, where any artist may apply within adescribed geographic area. The open call typically includes o description of the pnoject, eligibility and any other require- ments, and the budget. There are several services that manage the submissions ifTukwila does not want to coordinate the submission internally. One that inused by many programs is CaFl� (CaUFon4rtistoorg). The most typical method nfartist selection recommended isaRequest for Qualifications (RFO).That allows artists tobeselected directly onthe strength ofpast work and expressed understanding and interest inthe particular project. RFC)'o typically select a short list of artists to interview in order to determine the final selection of the project artist. This process then asks the selected artist toresearch and interact with the community, the project site. City department staff. etc. The result inthat the art- ist understands more deeply the community and place where the artwork cvart activity will live orhappen al- lowing 1hedeve|opmentofacnnnopt that will more likely resonate and fully contribute Vothe cultural life ofthe community. There iothe added benefit ofhaving aricher interactive exchange between artists and community dur- ing theoonceptdnve|opmentphase.Thinp/ooeonfuUy realizes the potential and benefits ofhaving artist working within ocommunity and public spaces. Over the past several years there has been areturn topublic art programs using aRequest for Proposals (RFP).The RFptypically asks asmall group ofselected artists tnsubmit aproposal orconcept for the art; best practice would reimburse artists for creative work done to create aconcept for the art. This process innot reoom' mended.aoitwnu|dnotaUowoommissionedortis1o10 fully explore the complexity of Tukwila before developing mproject idea. Another option isk)create aninvitational list, with asmall number ofartists appropriate tothe project solicited to apply. The list can hecompiled through the recommenda- tions nfapane|oronnCsutingotherpub|ioartpnognams. This isparticularly appropriate ifthe art project needs someone from o particular discipline or with specific pre- vious project expertise. The third option, direct selection from aroster may only bepossible for small projects with budgets that donot require more involved competitive process. For ex' amp|e, fnrartist'|ed events orsocial practice projects the City may put out a call for artists that results in a roster of qualified artists from which artists could be directly selected asdifferent opportunities are planned and scheduled. 411 All selection processes for public art require aselec- tion pene|baorganizedthathonUhoexpertineh/make aqualified decision, Panels are usually kept reasonably small —3'4people. Panel participants usually have o working public artist orartist familiar with art in public places, those from the design professions and perhaps a community member tied to the project location. It is also common tohave non -voting members ofoselection pro- cess thatnapn*sentthenommunihy,theCitydepartment. etc, They can offer more insight and information tnthe voting panel that helps make obeneficial selection. If possible, panelists should be given a small honorarium for their time. Once the panel has selected anartist they will need a contract hoenable them hncommence with the services you have determined inyour call, orthrough discussion with the artist. The contract should address timeline and process for development and acceptance ofoconcept, payment schedule, copyright, and many other topics. There are many sample contracts available toadapt for your use. Tukwila can adapt ocontract template from another program through the City'n legal department. It is suggested that you use acontract from one ofthe local public art programs with extensive experience. Multiplicity, John Fleming TUKWILAARTS 38 Forecast Pub|icArt— Public Art llo|hb Along time non-profit dealing with public art —wonderful nuts & bolts webabe AmmrcmnnfmrtheArta—Pub|ioArt Network (PAN) PAN has lot ofhelpful information on administrative aspects cfpublic art programming Seattle Office mfArts 8Cu|ture 4Cubure Shoreline Public Art Program http://www.shone|inewa.gov/xovennment/depertmants/ parku-nenreation'ou|tuna|'aonvioenAaventa'arts-and'ou|' Edmonds Public Art Program http://www.edmondswa.gov/homepage/explore-more- news/1 97-government/boards-commissions-committees/ artn'nommiasion/1316'edmundu'pub|io'art.htm| Redmond Pubic Art Program hUp�0www.redmond.gov/Po,hsRecnaaUnn/adsandou|ture/ visual —arts/ Artist Trust PUBLICATIONS PUBLIC ART BASICS Public Art bythe Book Barbara Goldstein (former head nfSeattle and San Jose, CApublic art programs) Public Art bythe Book iaanuts and bolts guide for arts professionals and volunteers creating public art in their communities. "What iaPublic Art"'Association for Public Art, article CALLS FOR ARTISTS Abridged Call for Artists Guidelines Americans for the Arts http:8www.omerioansforthearte.org/aihea/defau|t/fi|ee/ pdf/2813/by_program/networka_ond_oounoi|u/pub|io_art_ netvvorWCa||fonArtiatnGuide_Abridged.pdf ARTIST RESIDENCIES 0AAC--Re8iona|Arts and Cultural Council This public art program, serving Oregon's Clackamas, Washington and Mu|tnomah's uountios, has a number of different residencies tolook atfor inspiration. The sample call for aneighborhood ardst-in'nenidenomopportunity can befound at: httpa:8naccong/resnunoes/|isdngs/raoo'pub|in'art-opportu' nity'humbo|dt-neighborhood'adist-nasidence'port|and/ Artist Residencies |nthe Public Realm: A Resource Guide for Creating Residencies and Fostering Suc- cessful PA https://vww.pittsburghmrtscounciiorg/stonsge/doouments/ Artist jn_the _Pub|io_Roa|m_Reaidanoy_Resouroe_ Guide.pdf Seattle Department ofTransportation Art Plan Part http:/kwvmmaeoM1e.0ov/Dooumenb/OepartnentsAArta Down |omdo/Arta'P|ana/3OOTartp|an1.pdf Part http://wvmwneatt|o.Oov/Documents/Oepartmenbs/Artn