HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda_ARTAB_07.21.2020Notice of Meeting for the
Arts and Culture Adv isory Board
of the City of Georgetown
July 21, 2020 at 4:30 P M
at F riends Room, Second F loor, Georgetown P ublic Library, 402 W 8th St;
Georgetown 78626
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Texas at 711.
P lease note that a quorum of the Ar ts and Culture Advisor y B oar d may not
all be pre se nt at the same physical loc ation. S ome me mber s may inste ad
participate in this mee ting fr om one or mor e r emote locations in an e ffort to
advance the public he alth goal of limiting fac e to face me etings and to contain
the spr ead of C O V I D-19. In addition, ther e may be occ asions when the
audio transmission may not be c le ar or may be inte rr upted. In those
instanc es, the me eting will c ontinue so long as a quor um is still pr esent.
With the M ayor’s O r de r, all City B uildings are following the se pr oce dure s:
• M asks ar e r equire d
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household
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c hills, headache, diar rhea or musc le pain.
Regular Session
(T his R egular S es s ion may, at any time, be rec es s ed to c onvene an Exec utive S es s ion for any purpose
authorized by the O pen Meetings Act, Texas G overnment C ode 551.)
A C itizens wishing to address the board – Jane Estes , Board C hair
B Announc ements regarding arts and c ulture – Jane Estes , Board C hair
C C ons ideration and possible action to approve draft language for the new operating agreement between the
C ity of G eorgetown and G eorgetown Art Works for the management of the G eorgetown Art C enter –
Eric Lashley, Library Director
D C ons ideration and possible action to approve the final draft of the G eorgetown C ommerc ial Mural
G uidelines - Amanda S till, Arts and C ulture C oordinator
E C ons ideration and possible action to approve the C all to Artis ts for Design P ropos als for the Wag
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Heaven mural at 205 West 6th S t that will be installed in November as part of the Healing Arts for
Veterans P rogram – Amanda S till, Arts and C ulture C oordinator
F C ons ideration and possible action to approve the grant budget for the Texas C ommis s ion on the Arts and
National Endowment for the Arts grant funding for the Healing Arts for Veterans P rogram – Amanda S till,
Arts and C ulture C oordinator
G C ons ideration and possible action to approve a proc es s for determining Arts and C ulture 2020 R ound I I
grant awards if Augus t board meetings are cancelled due to C O VI D – Eric Las hley, Library Direc tor
H C ons ideration of Arts and C ulture C oordinator report - Amanda S till, Arts and C ulture C oordinator
I C ons ideration and possible action regarding future meeting dates – Janes Estes , Board C hair
Adjournment
Ce rtificate of Posting
I, R obyn Densmore, C ity S ecretary for the C ity of G eorgetown, Texas, do hereby c ertify that this Notic e of
Meeting was posted at C ity Hall, 808 Martin Luther King Jr. S treet, G eorgetown, T X 78626, a plac e readily
acc es s ible to the general public as required by law, on the _____ day of _________________, 2020, at
__________, and remained s o posted for at leas t 72 c ontinuous hours prec eding the s cheduled time of said
meeting.
__________________________________
R obyn Dens more, C ity S ec retary
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STATE OF TEXAS §
§
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON §
OPERATING AGREEMENT
THIS OPERATING AGREEMENT is made the day of __________________,
_______, by and between the CITY OF GEORGETOWN, a Texas home-rule municipal
corporation (“City”) and GEORGETOWN Art Works, a non-profit corporation
(“Operator”). For and in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein
contained, it is mutually agreed as follows:
1. Space Provided. City hereby agrees to provide space to Operator in the old Fire
Station #1 at 816 S. Main Street, Georgetown, Williamson County, Texas as shown in
Exhibit “A” (the Space Provided”), attached to this Agreement and incorporated by
reference.
2. Operating Term. The Term of this Operating Agreement shall be for three years,
beginning on September 1, 2020 and ending on August 31, 2023 (the “Term”).
3. Use of Property. The Operator will utilize the Space Provided to operate an art
center and to provide studio space to local artists which the City Council hereby
finds is a public benefit to the citizens of the City of Georgetown as fostering a
vibrant arts scene encouraging local economic development according to the
requirements shown in Exhibit “B” (the “Operating Requirements”), attached to this
Agreement and incorporated by reference. No other use of the Space Provided shall
be permitted by the Operator without expressed written permission by the City.
The City shall maintain approval over the use of the Space Provided at all times.
Operator’s use of the Space Provided is nonexclusive, and the City reserves the right
to reduce the Space Provided on the second floor with thirty days notice.
4. Prohibited Use. Operator may not use or permit any part of the Space Provided to
be used for:
(a) any activity that is a nuisance or is offensive to a person of ordinary
sensibilities, or that threatens public health and safety;
(b) any commercial use; or
(c) any activity that violates any applicable law, regulation, ordinance,
governmental order, or this Operating Agreement.
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5. Revenue. All revenue from the operation of the gift shop in the Art Center ,art
classes offered by the Operator, and rental of studio space, and further described in
Exhibit B, shall be retained by the Operator and shall be used only to pay for the
operating costs and expenses of the Art Center.
6. Non-Discrimination. Operator will operate the art center without discriminating
against any person or class of persons and will seek participation by all interested
members of the public.
7. Oversight. The Georgetown Arts and Culture Board shall provide oversight to the
art center. Each month Operator will provide a report that includes door count,
name of exhibit, number of classes and class attendance, number of volunteer hours,
monthly revenue, and attendance of artist reception.
8. Utilities. Operator shall be liable to pay a portion of the electric and water costs for
the property located at 816 S. Main Street during the Term of this Agreement. The
City will pay the remainder of the electric and water costs.
9. Taxes. Operator shall pay all taxes or special assessments, if any, assessed against
or levied upon the Space Provided, the property located at 816 S. Main Street or
upon the Operator. The Operator understands that should any portion of
Operator’s use of the Space Provided be determined under any Texas Tax Code
provisions to be taxable, that Operator will incur all liability and responsibility for
the prompt payment of any taxes levied by taxing entities except that Operator may
contest as provided by the Texas Tax Code any assessed valuation.
10. Meeting Space. City shall provide meeting space for scheduled public meetings of
Operator at no cost.
11. Improvements. If Operator desires to make any improvements to the Space
Provided, Operator must request and receive the City’s written approval prior to
construction or implementation of any proposed improvements. Operator shall be
liable to pay all costs of any improvement and agrees not to in any way attempt to
use City property as collateral in any financing agreement.. The City assumes no
financial responsibility or obligation for payment of the cost of any improvements.
Any improvements to the Space Provided made by Operator shall remain and
become property of the City at the end of an Operating Term.
12. Insurance. Operator will provide insurance written by companies licensed to
conduct business in the State of Texas. Operator shall keep in full force and effect
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during a Operating Term of this Operating Agreement insurance in the amounts
and types included on the sample Insurance Certificate attached as Exhibit “C” and
incorporated by reference. The insurance policies will name the City, its officers,
officials, employees and volunteers as additional insureds. All insurance policies
shall be subject to the examination and approval of City for sufficiency as to form,
content, form of protection, coverage and insurance company. Operator shall
furnish a Certificate of Insurance to City as well as a copy of the applicable
insurance policy issued to Operator evidencing compliance with the required
insurance requirements at the time Operator delivers the executed Operating
Agreement to City. Operator agrees to provide a copy of any insurance policy on
the City’s request. All insurance policies shall provide that the insurance coverage
shall not be canceled or materially changed without a minimum of thirty (30) days’
advance notice in writing to the City. Operator’s failure to timely comply with the
insurance requirements shall be cause for termination of the Operating Agreement.
13. Indemnity. City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers, shall not be liable
to Operator, its directors, officers, officials, employees, members, customers,
volunteers, agents or representatives, for any damage caused by negligence of
Operator, its directors, officers, officials, employees, members, customers,
volunteers, agents or representatives. Operator assumes all liability and
responsibility for loss, damages, claims, injuries, lawsuits, judgments or causes of
action of any type. Operator releases, fully indemnifies, holds harmless and agrees
to defend City, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers, from any and all
liability, loss damages, claims, injuries, lawsuits, judgments or causes of action of
any type.
14. Default. Operator’s violation of any provision of this Operating Agreement shall
constitute a default. Operator shall have thirty (30) days from the receipt of a notice
of default to cure the default. If the Operator fails to cure the default the City may
immediately terminate this Operating Agreement.
15. Notices. Notices or other correspondence concerning this Operating Agreement
shall be in writing and are effective when mailed, hand-delivered, or transmitted by
facsimile or electronic transmission as follows:
To City: To Operator:
City Manager ______________________________
113 E. 8th Street ______________________________
Georgetown, Texas 78626 ______________________________
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T: 512.930.3723 T: ____________________________
F: 512.930.3622 F: ____________________________
Email: david. morgan@georgetown.org E-mail: ________________________
16. Access by City. City may enter the Space Provided at any time for any purpose.
17. Condition of Property. Operator has inspected the Space Provided and accepts the
Space Provided in its present condition “AS IS” unless expressly provided
otherwise in this Operating Agreement. City has made no express or implied
warranties as to the condition or permitted use of the Space Provided. At the time
this Operating Agreement ends, Operator will surrender the Space Provided in the
same condition as when received, normal wear and tear excepted. Operator will not
cause damage to the Space Provided and will not cause or allow hazardous
materials or environmental contaminants on the Space Provided. If Operator leaves
any personal property in the Space Provided after expiration of an Operating Term,
City may, at its sole option: (1) require Operator, at Operator's expense, to remove
the personal property within ten (10) after written notice to Operator; or (2) retain
such personal property as forfeited property.
18. Repair and Maintenance. City assumes responsibility for the continued exterior
and interior maintenance of the Space Provided, including painting, structural
repairs, HVAC repairs, maintenance of the grounds, plumbing and electric repairs.
19. Records. Operator shall provide a complete copy of its Articles of Incorporation,
Bylaws and/or other governing documents with the executed Operating Agreement.
Operator shall provide an annual report as required by Exhibit B to this agreement.
In addition, City shall be entitled to inspect and copy Operator’s records concerning
or related to the art center upon request with reasonable notice. Operator will file
their annual IRS Form 990 by May 15 of each year.
20. Entire Agreement. This Operating Agreement constitutes the sole and only
agreement of the parties, and supersedes any prior understandings or written or
oral agreements between the Parties, concerning the subject matter of this Operating
Agreement. There are no verbal or written representations, understandings,
stipulations, agreements or promises pertaining to this Operating Agreement that
are not incorporated in this Operating Agreement. If a provision of this Operating
Agreement shall be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such invalidity,
illegality or unenforceability shall not affect any other provision of this Operating
Agreement and this Operating Agreement shall be construed and interpreted as if
such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provisions had not been included. All exhibits
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referenced in this Operating Agreement are attached and incorporated by reference
for all purposes.
21. Applicable Law. This Operating Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in
accordance with Texas law. The parties agree that this Operating Agreement is
performable in Williamson County, Texas.
22. Amendment. This Operating Agreement may not be modified or amended except
in writing signed by the City and Operator.
23. Non-Assignment. Operator shall not assign or transfer any right or interest in the
Operating Agreement, in whole or in part, without prior written approval of the
City. Operator shall not sublease or rent out any part of the premises without prior
written consent of the City. This Operating Agreement shall bind the parties, and
their respective legal representative, successors, and permitted assigns.
24. No Third-Party Beneficiaries. This Operating Agreement shall not be construed as
affording any rights or benefits to anyone other than City and Operator.
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EXECUTED this day of _______________, 2017.
_______________________________________
By: ___________________________________
Name: ________________________________
Title: __________________________________
STATE OF TEXAS §
§ ACKNOWLEDGMENT
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on this the _____ day of
__________, 2017, by _____________________________, a person known to me in his
capacity as _______________________________________ of the
_________________________________________.
_______________________________________
Notary Public – State of Texas
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City of Georgetown, Texas
By: _____________________________
Dale Ross, Mayor
ATTEST:
________________________________
Shelley Nowling, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
________________________________
Charlie McNabb, City Attorney
STATE OF TEXAS §
ACKNOWLEDGMENT
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON §
This instrument was acknowledged before me on this the _____ day of
__________, 2017, by Dale Ross, a person known to me in his capacity as Mayor of the
City of Georgetown, Texas.
_______________________________________
Notary Public – State of Texas
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EXHIBIT “A”
First Floor—Space Provided consists of the entire First Floor.
Plan provided courtesy Gary Wang/Wang Architects
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Second Floor—Space Provided consists of the individual office space shown below as
available and not otherwise in use by the City.
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EXHIBIT “B”
OPERATING REQUIREMENTS
During the Operating Term of the Operating Agreement, Operator shall be responsible for:
A. Providing space for an exhibition gallery, instructional space, meeting facilities,
artist studio space, and a gift shop. Secondary functions may include but are not
limited to: oversight of outdoor sculpture installations, art installations in a pocket
park, instructional programs for pre-schoolers, summer camps and after school art
programs; coordination of advertising space for the local arts communi ty such as
local galleries, the Palace Theatre, the Georgetown Symphony Society, Southwestern
University, and the Georgetown ISD; and other arts and culture related activities
such as small musical performances, when space is available. The Operator shall be
allowed to rent the Space Provided or a portion thereof as studio space and for
meetings or other events consistent with the uses outlined above to third parties.
Such rentals shall be subject to all applicable Operating Requirements contained in
the Agreement and specifically this Exhibit.
B. Hours of operation shall be Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and
Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. (44 hours per week). The art center shall be open an
additional two evenings per month for a minimum of 2 hours per for a total of 180
hours per month.
C. The gallery of the art center shall have between six and ten major shows per year. A
reception for the featured artist(s) shall be held with each exhibit.
D. Operator shall have a gift shop in the art center and revenue from the shop shall be
used to pay operating costs of the art center.
E. Operator shall provide art classes for children and adults. Revenue from class
registrations shall be used to pay operating costs of the art center.
F. Operator shall provide all equipment to operate an art center, which may include:
a. Cash register
b. Moveable walls for art display
c. Flat screen television
d. DVD player
e. Desktop photocopier
f. Stereo
g. Coffee pot
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h. Folding chairs and tables
i. Information board
j. Office supplies
k. Art supplies
l. Easels
m. Safe
n. Storage cabinet
o. Office furniture
p. Gift shop display cases
q. Postage
r. People counter for main entrance
s. Public address system
G. Operator will provide all regular housekeeping of the premises, including
restrooms, gift shop, instructional space, and gallery space.
H. Operator shall include a member from the Arts and Culture Board or the library
administration as a non-voting attendee at all meetings of the Operating Board.
I. Alcohol Policy. If the Operator sells alcohol, or leases the premises to a sublessee
who will serve alcohol, the Operator shall receive prior written approval by the
City. Whenever alcohol is served on the premises, the Operator and its lessee are
subject to all state and federal laws and regulations, including the Texas
Alcoholic Beverage Code.
J. Annual Visitor Survey: the Operator shall conduct an annual visitor survey of
visitors to the Arts Center.
K. Monthly Reports. The Operator shall provide the City with quarterly written
reports due March 1, June 1, September 1, and December 1 with information that
includes: door count, zip code information for visitors, name of exhibit, number of
classes and class attendance, number of volunteer hours, monthly revenue and
expenses, and attendance of artist receptions and other special events.
L. Annual Report. The annual report is due in February of the following year and
shall provide totals for the information compiled in monthly reports and the results
of the annual visitor survey and shall present a strategic plan to the City of
Georgetown Arts and Culture Board by the end of the first year of the term of this
Agreement. The Georgetown Arts and Culture Board and the Executive Director of
Georgetown Arts Works will hold an annual meeting at the April GAW Board
meeting to discuss the annual report.
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EXHIBIT “C”
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum insurance limits for Operator to provide throughout the operating term of this
Operating Agreement, at the Operator’s expense are as follows:
Minimum liability for damage claims through public use or arising out of accidents or
injuries occurring in or around the described premises,
- $100,000.00 per person each occurrence,
- $300,000.00 accident each occurrence,
- $100,000.00 property damage each occurrence.
The Operator also shall obtain insurance to cover the Operator’s property including
equipment located in the Space Provided.
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Commercial Mural Design Guidelines
City of Georgetown, TX
A Texas Cultural District
The City of Georgetown’s Mural Program promotes
community engagement, cultural participation, and cultural
tourism through public art programming
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City of Georgetown Commercial Mural Program
The Commercial Mural Program is a City of Georgetown program administered by
the Georgetown Arts and Culture Board as part of the City of Georgetown Public
Art Program.
The Georgetown Arts and Culture Board was established for the purpose of
actively pursuing the placement of public art in public places and serving to
coordinate, promote and support public access to the arts. The Board was also
established to encourage, stimulate, promote and foster programs for the cultural
enrichment of the City, thereby contributing to the quality of life in Georgetown,
and develop an awareness of the value of the arts in the business community,
local government and the general public.
Businesses and/or property owners intending to create a mural on an exterior
wall of their property which is visible from the public right-of way and within the
City of Georgetown are subject to the process and guidelines of the City of
Georgetown Commercial Mural Program.
The City of Georgetown Commercial Mural Program Process and Guidelines has
been adopted by the Georgetown Arts and Culture Board to ensure consistency
and artistic value in the community.
Questions
The City of Georgetown’s Arts and Culture Board is committed to assisting with
the Commercial Mural Program requirements and process. If you have any
questions, please contact Amanda Still, Arts and Culture Coordinator, 512-930-
8471, Amanda.still@georgetown.org.
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Design Guidelines
1. Murals shall be an original work of art.
2. Designs will be assessed according to the following elements:
Concept – Strength of concept to include originality and composition;
appropriateness of imagery to all audiences; must adhere to the City of
Georgetown signage ordinance by NOT including text or logos that
advertise for the business
Context – Takes site conditions and local culture into consideration
3. Murals proposed on historic buildings listed as High Priority Structures in
the City’s most recent Historic Resource Survey cannot be applied using
paint; however, certain materials or applications that are reversible will be
considered. Murals proposed for Medium/Low Priority Structures must be
reviewed and approved by the City Historic Preservation Officer in order for
the unpainted historic and other significant architectural features to be
painted. Given the possibility of reversible applications, High Priority
Structures will be reviewed by the HPO.
4. Wall surface shall be clean and suitable for mural materials; artist shall
commit to prepare the surface for painting and to use acceptable
UV/graffiti protective coating.
5. Cost - Businesses and/or property owners intending to create a mural on an
exterior wall of their property will be responsible for the cost of
implementation.
6. Forms - Businesses and/or property owners will complete a Wall Easement
Agreement and Funding Agreement with the City of Georgetown before
implementation of the mural.
7. Mural lifespan – The mural is expected to remain in excellent condition for
5 years, at which time the Mural Easement Agreement will be up for
automatic renewal. Condition of mural can be assessed at this time and at
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each 5 year automatic renewal increment. Normal patina of the mural is
expected after the 5 year lifespan and can be removed after the 5 year
period or be allowed to age and patina naturally. Unacceptable conditions
that would require repair include flaking, fraying, discoloration, graffiti, and
excessive fading. Graffiti removal is per City Graffiti Guidelines.
Review Schedule
Once submitted to the Arts and Culture Coordinator and reviewed by the Historic
Preservation Officer, mural designs will be reviewed at the next monthly meeting
of the Arts and Culture Board.
Once approved by the Arts and Culture Board, the Wall Easement Agreement and
Funding Agreement will be considered by the Georgetown City Council at the next
applicable City Council meeting occurring on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every
month at 6:00pm at the Georgetown Municipal Court Building.
Once approved Agreements are executed, murals can be installed!
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Call to Artists: Request for Proposals
The Arts and Culture Board for the City of Georgetown, TX is accepting mural proposals from
artists with experience in the military and/or as first responders - past, present, active, or
reserve duty. Call opens July 22nd, 2020.
Application Deadline: August 31st, 2020
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The mural will be located in the Texas Cultural District encompassing
downtown Georgetown. The Board is collaborating with the local pet supply business, Wag
Heaven, to create a service-dog themed public art mural to honor our K-9 service heroes while
commemorating the Georgetown Rotary Club’s Field of Honor®, as well as the first canine
Purple Heart recipient, Nemo A534. Funding for this project comes in part from the National
Endowment for the Arts as part of the Healing Arts Program for Veterans and Military Service
Members, with matching funds from the City of Georgetown and Wag Heaven.
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ELIGIBILITY: This opportunity is open to all professional artists over the age of 18 having
military and/or first responder experience - past, present, active or reserve duty.
BUDGET: An artist stipend of $4,000 will be paid to the artist selected to install the mural . The
City of Georgetown will fund the cost of materials and equipment necessary to install the
mural. The selected artist will be responsible for their own travel costs, housing, and personal
liability insurance.
INSTALLATION DATE: Installation will begin the week of November 9, 2020. Volunteers from
the community will be invited to help paint the mural during the first week of installation and
will be coordinated by the City of Georgetown. The mural will be completed by December 31,
2020.
APPLY: Applications will be submitted through Submittable.com; no application fee required:
https://artsgeorgetown.submittable.com/Submit
SELECTION: The artist will be selected by the Georgetown Arts and Culture Board in September,
with input from Wag Heaven, and will be notified by September 18th, 2020.
Questions: Contact Amanda Still at 512-930-8471 or Amanda.still@georgetown.org
COMPLETE PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This mural project is part of a larger program providing
Healing Arts Services for Veterans and Military Service Members. The mural will begin
installation during the week of Veterans Day and will coincide with the Georgetown Rotary Club’s
Field of Honor®. The additional artistic programming offered in collaboration with the Field of Honor®
features a music component, Storytelling Through Music, which is a collaboration between
Georgetown’s veteran assistance organization Resilient Me and Austin Classical Guitar. This music
component includes adapting the stories and poems of veterans into lyrics and set to music by
professional musicians from Austin Classical Guitar and country music artist Wynn Williams. The music
will be performed on November 7th at the Field of Honor® by Wynn Williams and accompanied by a
guitarist from Austin Classical Guitar. The funding for the mural is provided in part by the National
Endowment for the Arts. The music program is funded in part by the National Endowment for the Arts
and the Texas Commission on the Arts.
The mural design proposal should be service-dog themed and honor our K-9 service heroes
while commemorating the first canine Purple Heart recipient, Nemo A534. Imagery that
includes the Georgetown Rotary Club’s Field of Honor® is also requested. The following images
of the War Dog Memorial and the Nemo A534 Memorial at Lackland Air Force Base are
included for design inspiration.
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ABOUT THE SITE: Wag Heaven is located in the Monument Café warehouse at 205 West 6th
Street, #115 in Georgetown, TX 78626. The wall dimensions are 18’H x 70’W, and the mural will
cover the entire wall. The wall material is stucco, with a small area of metal above the windows
that will be incorporated into the proposed design.
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SELECTION CRITERIA: The final artist’s design will be selected by the Georgetown Arts and
Culture Board and Wag Heaven based on the following criteria:
• Artistic ability as demonstrated in examples of work submitted
• Interpretation and representation of the theme to honor our K-9 service heroes and
Nemo, as well as incorporating patriotic imagery that includes the Georgetown Rotary
Club’s Field of Honor®
• Experience with public art projects
• Willingness and ability to meet contractual guidelines and deadlines
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: The following will be submitted online through Submittable at
https://artsgeorgetown.submittable.com/Submit:
• Artist Statement
• (5) digital images of previous artwork
• Up to (5) uploads of proposed mural design; uploads may include images and video
• Resume
• DD214, Military ID, or proof of service
ANTICIPATED TIMELINE:
• Call to Artists/Request for Proposals – July 22 – August 31, 2020
• Artist design selected by the Art and Culture Board/Wag Hea ven; artists notified by
September 18th, 2020
• Artist Agreements executed by October 20, 2020
• Week of October 26th - purchase of materials/wall & site preparations
• Week of November 9th – begin installation and community volunteers
• December 31st, 2020 – completion of mural
• January 2021 – Mural dedication celebration
ABOUT THE DOWNTOWN GEORGETOWN CULTURAL DISTRICT: The Georgetown Arts and
Culture Board maintains the Texas Commission on the Arts Cultural District designation and
implements the Georgetown Arts and Culture Program. The Georgetown Arts and Culture
Program enhances quality of life for the residents and visitors of Georgetown by promoting
community engagement, cultural participation, and cultural tourism through public art
programming and arts and culture collaborations. This program will help the Board fulfill the
vision of becoming a nationally recognized arts destination by 2030.
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Texas Commission on the Arts Funding
Program/Exhibit Production Costs
ACG Storytelling Through Music Workshop Costs (3)2,200
Removing the Mask Workshop Costs
Resilient Me Workshop Facilitating Fee 750
Marketing & Promotion
Arts and Culture Page in FoH Program 500
Artistic Salaries, Benefits, & Contracts
Workshop Fee for Vocalist (Deposit)550
TOTAL TCA FUNDING/Matching Funds for NEA 5,362
CARES Act Matching Funds through TCA for NEA
Workshop Fee for Vocalist (Balance)1362
City of Georgetown Matching Funds for NEA
Salaries and Wages (Arts and Culture Coordinator)1638
Wag Heaven Matching Funds for NEA
Artistic Salaries, Benefits, & Contracts (Mural Artist)2000
Total Matching Funds 9,000
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National Endowment for the Arts Funding
Storytelling Through Music Workshop Costs
Removing the Mask City Hall Exhibit Stipend
John Lesesne - Sound Equipment 500
Almighty Rentals - Tent 1000
Removing the Mask Display
Arts and Culture Page in FoH Program
Vocalist Performance 2500
TOTAL NEA MATCHING FUNDS FOR TCA 4,000
Mural Equipment 1,500
Mural Materials 1500
Mural Artist 2000
Total NEA Funds 9,000
Note: $1000 available as contingency funding in case performance goes virtual (video recording)
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Georgetown Arts and Culture
Coordinator Report
July 21, 2020
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Public Art Program
•Projects in Progress
•City Hall Gallery
•Seth Daulton: Sites (Revisited):
June & July
•No closing reception
•Devon Clarkson: August &
September
•Possible closing reception in
September
•Veteran artwork: October –
December
•Southwestern student Julia
Canfield: January –March 2021
Artwork pictured:“Site LVI”;Lithography, monotype, and paper
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Public Art Program
•Projects in Progress
•GHS/City/Commercial Mural at Co-op and GPL (Pictured: Everyone Deserves Kindness)
•Installation in late Fall 2020
•Field of Honor Veteran Program in November/December 2020
•Mask Making workshops cancelled
•Expanded Storytelling Through Music program with Austin Classical Guitar and Wynn Williams
•Wag Heaven Commercial Mural install Nov 9; possible dedication in January 2021
•Possible Collaboration with Wolf Ranch Town Center
•Sculpture Tour Expansion/1-2 Mural Projects/Parking Lot Art
•Wolf Ranch will sponsor extra cost of sculpture stipends and the cost of Tour/Mural Map &
Brochure
•Art Center Mural
•Application to TCA submitted
•Installation early 2021
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Public Art Program
•Projects in Progress
•Recycled Sculpture
•Installation September 15
•Annual Sculpture Tour
•Installation in Nov 16/17
•Golden Rule Commercial
Mural –Permitting as signage
•Artist Booths during July
Market Days –ON HOLD
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Professional
Development/Grants
•Arts & Culture Brown Bag
•HOT Toolkit: Oct or Jan 2021
•Breakfast Bites at the Library
•Main Street Program & Arts and
Culture Collaboration:
Postponed
•Arts & Culture Grants
•Call opens July 1
•Award grants at August Board
meeting
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Future Meeting Timeline
•August Meeting
•Award Arts and Culture Grants
•Consider Sculpture Tour entries and comments from Parks regarding
installation concerns
•September Meeting
•Select sculptures for Sculpture Tour
•Board approval of Wag Heaven mural design
•View newly installed Recycled Street Sign Sculpture
•October Meeting
•Possible final approval of GHS mural design
•Possible overview of Arts and Culture Strategic Plan and 2030
Georgetown Master Plan
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