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HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes 02-12 02/21/2012 Adoption of the VOMP "Public Art Policy"RESOLUTION NO. 04 — /c� A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADOPTION OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT "PUBLIC ART POLICY" WHEREAS, the President and Board of Trustees supports the charitable endeavors of not - for - profit organizations utilizing visual art displays; and WHEREAS, the display of public art celebrates and enriches the welcoming and family - friendly environment of our community; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interests of the Village of Mount Prospect to adopt a "Public Art Policy" to preserve and enhance public and private space within the Village of Mount Prospect. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS: SECTION ONE The President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Mount Prospect do hereby adopt the "Village of Mount Prospect Public Art Policy," attached hereto and presented as "Exhibit A." SECTION TWO: This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval in the manner provided by law. AYES: Hoefert, Juracek, Korn, Matuszak, Polit, Zadel NAYS: None ABSENT: None PASSED and APPROVED this 21' day of February, 2012. Irva a k. Wilks Mayor ATTEST: - M. Lisa Angell Village Clerk H: \CLKO \WIN\ RESOLUTION \publicartpolicyfeb2012.doc VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT PUBLIC ART POLICY PURPOSE The purpose is to establish a policy for temporary public art displays on public and private property. RATIONALE This policy allows for temporary public art displays and sets parameters for such displays. It includes content - neutral restrictions that limit the length of time of display, number of displays and location of display. it also includes insurance requirements. POLICY STATEMENT (DRAFT) 1. Not - for -profit organizations located in Mount Prospect are eligible to apply to the Village for approval to exhibit a temporary art display on designated areas of Village property. Preference will be given to those organizations that have not previously done a project. Only one temporary art display will be allowed at any one time. 2. The areas available for such displays are: Village right -of -ways, as long as the pieces do not impede pedestrian traffic or interfere with vehicular traffic, and Village Hall property. The number of pieces that will be allowed to be displayed will depend on the size of each individual piece and the available locations for display. Locations of the pieces need to be mapped out specifying public property versus private property. 3. Temporary art displays will be allowed to be displayed for a six -month period of time, unless otherwise approved. 4. Liability insurance will be required in the amount of $2,000,000 with the Village of Mount Prospect named as an additional insured. The organization will be required to provide proof of such insurance coverage to the Village. 5. An organization that wishes to have a temporary public art installation will be required to enter into an agreement with the Village regarding these requirements. An application must be completed by the organization and submitted to the Village by October 1 of the year prior to the proposed project. Review and presentations to the Village Manager's office will begin in October /November. All applications must comply with this policy. Village of Mount Prospect Page 1 February 17, 2012 6. The Village Manager or his /her designee will review applications for temporary art displays and make a recommendation to the Village Board regarding approval. Art displays that comply with this policy and the following guidelines will be recommended by for approval: a. The display does not refer to an election or referendum; b. The display is not obscene or defamatory; and c. The display does not impede pedestrian traffic or create a safety or traffic issue due to its size. 7. Pieces placed on private property must have the written permission of the property owner and proof of such written permission should be submitted to the Village with the executed agreement. 8. The organization will be required to place and remove the art from the designated locations. A deposit will be required with the executed agreement to cover any costs. The deposit will be returned once the art is removed provided there are no expenses to the Village as a result. The amount of the deposit will depend on the number, size and location of art displays. 9. The organization will also be required to indemnify and hold the Village harmless from any and all claims, demands, costs, theft, vandalism and expenses, including attorney's fees, which may arise due to the art displays on Village property. 10. Applicant is responsible for removal of graffiti and repair of damage within 24 hours. Village of Mount Prospect Page 2 February 17, 2012