Application for Public Art Funding Introduction
SUBMITTAL INFORMATION
Deadline: October 7, 2019, 5:00 p.m.
Mail, Hand Deliver, or Email:
Sarah Lopez, Community Revitalization Project Manager
City of Arlington, 238 N. Olympic Ave, Arlington , WA 98223
slopez@arlingtonwa.gov
360-403-3448
APPLICATION AVAILABILITY AND DEADLINE
The City of Arlington is accepting applications from the public and organizations for public art projects.
To be eligible for consideration in the 2020 budget cycle, your complete proposal must be received by the
deadline. Please submit a separate application for each project requested for funding. You may submit
applications any time to be considered for the next funding cycle.
APPLICATION REVIEW SCHEDULE
Each proposal will be considered by the Public Art Committee for recommendation and Park, Arts and
Recreation Commission (PARC), and to the City Council for final decision. The committee shall have the
authority to negotiate concerning the content of any applicant’s proposal. The review and award schedule for
2020 is below.
Application Open: August 1, 2019
Application Due: October 7, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.
Public Art Committee Review: October 10-18, 2019
PARC Review: October 22, 2019
Recommendation to City Council: October 28, 2019
Council Action: November 4, 2019
Contracts mailed to successful applicants: December 2, 2019
PUBLIC ART STRATEGIC PLAN
Applicants are encouraged to read the City of Arlington Public Art Strategic Plan, available here:
https://www.arlingtonwa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2419/Public-Art-Strategic-Plan-2019-final?bidId=
Goals and Objectives (Page 9)
1. The City has adopted a funding source for public art, 10 percent of construction sales tax.
2. The City desires to integrate art into public places within public and private projects to improve the
resident and visitor experience and the economic vitality of the City through enhancement of public
spaces.
3. The City will implement plan to create a visually and functional superior environment through art.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Funding: There is no match required for this funding; however, if matching funds are proposed, please
indicate in the budget section of the application. Funding is granted as a reimbursement, unless
arrangements are made with the City or if purchased directly by the City. Projects are expected to be
completed within the year. The average size award may be $5,000.
Cooperative Projects: Describe partnership.
The City will create an agreement between the successful applicant and City, detailing which parties are
responsible for installation, maintenance, and ownership. Please provide letter of permission from property
owner where public art is proposed, if property is not City owned.