The Redmond Commission for Art in Public Places was created on May 23, 2006 by City Ordinance No. 2006-08. Its purpose is to introduce art into select public locations and situations in order to create a unique sense of place and enhance community identity throughout Redmond. The City of Redmond’s Community Development Department provides staff support for the Commission’s activities.
The Commission is entrusted with the following powers and duties:
Provide recommendations regarding specific art projects and their locations to the City Council for approval.
Support the City Council with developing the City art collection by making recommendations on the acquisition of artwork through various means including donations and commissions.
Inventory and maintain the City art collection including an annual inventory and work with the Public Works Department to facilitate any necessary repairs.
Develop an inventory list of all publicly owned sites for potential future art installations.
Recommend funding procedures for ongoing programs from various sources.
Identify and provide educational and awareness opportunities associated with public art and help facilitate their implementation.
Assist other City commissions and agencies in using public art to enhance and enrich the lives of visitors and residents.
Provide connections with other local, regional and national organizations working for the benefit of art and preservation of artistic values, and other similar activities.
Identify and establish communications with groups and organizations that enrich Redmond life by bringing cultural and artistic values and artifacts to the City.
Collaborate with public and private agencies to consider the aesthetics of art and its placement in the community.
