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Public Art Policy 1/3/2024
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Effective Period: Until Superseded
Review Schedule: Annually
Effective Date: January 3, 2024
References: AIPP Guidelines 2022
PUBLIC WORKS
880
Public Art Policy
1. PURPOSE
The Art in Public Places (AIPP) program of the Town of Estes Park (Town) was developed
by the Estes Park Parks Advisory Board (PAB) in 2015 at the request of the Town Board,
and managed by the PAB until its sunset in 2023. The Town’s Public Works Department
was then entrusted with administration of the AIPP program.
The AIPP program enriches our community through public exposure to the arts. The
program is achieved through a collaboration of Estes Park residents, businesses,
organizations, art community, and Estes Park K-12 school programs to develop a diverse
art collection that creates a sense of place, provides a unique town identity, offers
educational opportunities, and serves as an economic driver.
The AIPP program weaves public art into the everyday experience of our community and
creates lasting impressions on those who experience it. It enhances our public spaces,
compliments our award winning seasonal floral displays, and makes Estes Park a visitor
destination for both its natural beauty and vibrant arts scene. The AIPP broadly defines
public art as any creation of visual art that is acquired with public monies, or acquired with
a combination of public/private funding; acquired by donation or loan to the Town’s AIPP
program; or privately sponsored artwork located on publicly owned land, easements, or
publicly owned equipment.
2. POLICY
Town Ordinance No. 02-23 clarifies that the AIPP program is administered by the Public
Works Department of the Town of Estes Park.
a. Program Definitions
• Art in Public Places: Any visual work of art displayed for two weeks or more in
an open Town-owned area; on the exterior of any Town-owned facility; inside any
Town-owned facility in areas designated as public areas; or on non-Town property
if the work of art is installed or financed, either wholly or in part, with Town funds
or grants procured by the Town.
• Curatorial Support Services Provider: The individual, entity or organization that
may be optionally selected by Public Works staff to provide recommendations for
installation and maintenance of the various types of art in the collection.
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• Documentation: Includes, but is not limited to, periodic condition reports; records
of actual maintenance performed and an assessment of those efforts;
photographs; artist’s maintenance recommendations, information, methods, and
materials; potential problems with the work of art; finishes information (e.g.,
painter’s name, or when, where, what, and how the piece was finished); quality of
materials used; installation information; warranties; and professional and other
knowledgeable opinions regarding preservation and maintenance. May also
include the artist’s resume, artwork history, where the work has been exhibited,
and a personal interview with the artist.
• Maintenance: Performed according to a scheduled, piece-specific plan to clean,
repair, and preserve each work of art in the Town’s public collection. A
maintenance plan for outdoor works of art placed in landscaped settings may
include regular tree/shrub pruning or, when necessary, replanting to maintain
desired sight lines for viewing the work of art. Plans will include a means to assess
the ongoing effectiveness of preservation.
• Mass-Produced: A work of art reproduced for mass distribution.
• Mural: Any work of visual art painted or applied directly on a wall, ceiling, or other
large permanent surface. Murals do not include pictures, symbols, or devices of
any kind that relate to a commercial business, product or service offered on the
premises where the mural is located.
• Patron: A person who gives financial or other support to an organization, cause,
or activity.
• Preservation: Includes placement; installation; security; regularly scheduled
maintenance; and emergency repairs (with consideration to the natural process of
aging.
• Project: An existing plan or proposal where installation of a work of art may be
under consideration.
• Reserve Account: Account established for AIPP program expenses. Shall not be
used for acquiring or funding of architectural rehabilitation or historical preservation
projects or other works deemed, by Public Works staff, to be inappropriate for the
Town’s collection.
• Site: Specific location being considered for or currently displaying a work of art.
• Public Works staff: Town of Estes Park employees working to oversee the AIPP
program.
• Town Board: Elected officials serving as Trustees of the Town.
• Work of Art: All forms of visual art, including but not limited to:
o Paintings of all media, including both portable and permanently affixed
works such as frescoes and murals;
o Sculptures of any form and in any material or combination of materials. This
includes statues, monuments, fountains, arches, or other structures
intended for ornamentation or commemoration;
o Crafts and folk-art works in clay, fiber, textiles, glass, wood, metal, mosaics,
plastics, and other materials;
o Kinetic and/or interactive sculptures;
o Site-integrated artwork created by landscape designers and artists to
include landscapes and earth-works, integration of natural and human
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made materials, and other functional art pieces. Site-integrated works may
include building features; gates, street furniture; paving materials; and
painted or wrapped utility equipment boxes (e.g., transformers, switches).
b. Administration and Curatorial Support
i. Public Works Department
Administration of the AIPP program is the responsibility of the Town of Estes Park
Public Works Department. Public Works staff shall establish and amend, with
Town Board approval, the criteria and guidelines governing the selection,
acquisition, purchase, commissioning, placement, installation, and maintenance of
public works of art. Selection and placement of works of art shall be in conjunction
with representatives of the Town Board and the Town department responsible for
maintaining the work of art.
Following placement or installation, maintenance and repair of works of art shall
be the responsibility of the Town department that possesses the work(s). Any
proposed works of art requiring extraordinary operation or maintenance expenses
shall require prior approval of the Department Director responsible for such
operation or maintenance.
ii. Curatorial Support Services Provider
The role of the optional curatorial support services provider shall be to perform
such duties as requested by Public Works staff as they pertain to the Town’s Art
in Public Places program. The curatorial support services provider may be
reimbursed for actual expenses incurred for curatorial support.
Public Works staff shall maintain a detailed record of all art in public places,
including but not limited to accession numbers, site drawings, photographs,
designs, names of artists, and names of architects whenever feasible.
iii. Funds for Works of Art
A reserve account for the AIPP may be established. Funds deposited in the
reserve account may only be expended for the acquisition, installation,
maintenance and repair of works of art; costs associated with deaccessioning
works of art; and AIPP program administration expenses. Funds in the AIPP
reserve account may come from the Town’s annual General Fund Budget, grants,
and donations. All funds set aside or donated for works of art shall be paid into the
reserve account. Any excess or unexpended funds in the AIPP reserve account
shall carry forward in this account at the end of each fiscal year.
Funds in the AIPP reserve account shall not be used for purchasing architectural
rehabilitation or historical preservation projects or other works of art deemed
inappropriate for the collection.
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3. PROCEDURE
a. Selection and Acquisition
Public art for the AIPP program may be acquired by Public Works staff through
commission for a site-specific work, or the direct purchase or donation of an
existing work of permanent or temporary art.
The Town Board recognizes that works of art often significantly alter public places,
becoming a new, major presence in the environment. In recent decades, visual art
has rapidly evolved and diversified, creating at times a gap between visual art and its
appreciation by the general public. The AIPP program shall endeavor to bridge this
gap by broadening community awareness of the issues involved in visual art and its
historical context, and encouraging informed debate among all segments of the
community.
A commissioned work of public art typically involves selecting an established artist to
develop a piece of artwork for an identified location or use. The Contract for
Commission of Artwork (Exhibit A or B) is submitted. If site specific, the artwork must
conform to the AIPP program regarding the site’s functional context, architecture,
location, relationship to the adjacent terrain, and social context. If a work of art is
commissioned for a specific use, it must meet the requirements set forth by the AIPP
program.
The Town of Estes Park may be offered donations of works of art. For permanent
donations, the Artwork Donation Form (Exhibit C) is submitted. For temporary (loaned)
donations, the Artwork Loan Agreement (Exhibit D) is submitted. Donations are
subject to the same policies and criteria of the AIPP program as any other work of art
being considered by the Town. Public Works staff have the discretion, subject to AIPP
program policies, to recommend that the Town Board accept or reject any work of art
offered to the Town for public art purposes.
i. Artist Selection
When evaluating the possibility of working with a particular artist, Public Works
staff generally considers the artist’s presentation; the ability of the artist to work
cooperatively and effectively with stakeholders; the technical feasibility of a
proposed project and the artist’s technical ability; and other factors deemed by the
Public Works staff to be important.
ii. Works of Art Selection
In performing its duties with respect to AIPP program, Public Works staff will strive
to integrate the creative work of artists into public projects to thereby increase our
residents’ and visitors’ experience and improve the economic vitality of the Town
through the enhancement of public spaces in general and the pedestrian
landscape in particular. In doing so, special attention shall be given to the following:
(1) Conceptual compatibility of the design with the immediate environment of
the site;
(2) Appropriateness of the design to the function of the site;
(3) Compatibility of the design and location with a unified design character or
historical character of the site;
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(4) Creation of an internal sense of order and desirable environment for the
general community by the design and location of the work of art;
(5) Preservation and integration of natural features of the site;
(6) Appropriateness of the materials, textures, colors, and design to the
expression of the design concept;
(7) Representation of the Town’s broad variety of tastes and the provision of a
balanced inventory of art in public places to ensure a variety of style, design,
and media throughout the community.
Consideration for the purchase of a work of art may be initiated by Public Works
staff or others. Existing artwork may be directly purchased by the Town of Estes
Park from an artist/owner in unique circumstances (e.g., when the price presents
an economic advantage) or to meet one of the AIPP program goals. Public Works
staff may approach an artist, or an artist may approach the Public Work staff.
Artists who wish to have a finished work of art considered for purchase by the
Town Board should submit the following to Public Works staff:
(1) A proposal sheet with the artist’s name; title of the artwork; dimensions and
medium; date produced; price; location; number of reproductions and
restrictions on reproduction; other information the artist deems pertinent; and a
resume and references;
(2) A maquette and/or images or the actual work for review (to be provided
electronically or by hard copy, showing all sides and the proper scale of the
work);
(3) A cover letter explaining why the work should be added to the Town’s public
art collection;
(4) A conservation assessment describing the artwork’s condition, along with a
maintenance plan. The plan should be authored by a qualified conservator or
the artist; include an explanation of the expected lifespan of the work while
placed in a public environment, specifying the type of environment in which the
artwork may be placed; and address whether the artwork may be prone to
vandalism, and how vandalism effects may be mitigated. Public Works staff
may request additional information.
Competitions may open to artists within the geographic limits and other
specifications set by Public Works staff (specifications vary from competition to
competition). Staff will strive to maintain balance between competitions involving
local artists only and artists from a larger area. The typical process for open
competitions is as follows:
(1) Public Works staff issue an AIPP Request for Proposals (Exhibit E) of the
project description, budget, time schedule, and summary of duties and
obligations.
(2) The artist shall provide a maquette and site drawing (if appropriate), design,
concept statement, recommended installation and maintenance requirements,
budget, photographs, resume and references.
(3) Proposals shall be considered by the jury, and a final choice or choices will
be presented to Public Works staff for recommendation to the Town Board.
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Jury composition varies and is determined by staff, but juries typically include
a staff representative(s) from the relevant department and outside art
organizations. Acceptance of art will be the responsibility of the Town Board.
(4) Entry materials will be returned to the artist only if requested and if the
artist’s entry package provides appropriate packaging, postage, and insurance
for such return. The names of selected artists may be obtained from Public
Works staff.
Temporary works of art enrich the community; provide exposure to artists working
in a variety of media; and allow for the exhibition of a wide variety of works of art
that may supplement and enhance the permanent Town art collection. Selected
temporary artwork must exemplify commitment to quality and innovation. A
temporary art exhibit may be held with the intention of creating a mutually
beneficial partnership between the Town of Estes Park and artists working both
within and outside of the community. Selected artists will enter into a standard
lease agreement with the Town of Estes Park for each work of temporary art
proposed for exhibition. The length of the lease may be for up to one year. A ten
percent (10%) sales commission may be collected by the Town for any temporary
work of art that is sold during the exhibition and the funds deposited into an AIPP
reserve account.
Donations from arts organizations and private parties represent a large and
valuable portion of the Town’s collection of public art. The AIPP program has
limited funds for administration, preservation, and maintenance of works of art.
Likewise, there are a limited number of suitable municipal sites appropriate for the
installation of works of art. To ensure the quality of the collection, Public Works
staff uses this policy to decide whether a proposed donation is appropriate for
addition to the Town’s collection. The Town Board accepts only those works that
will, in its discretion, further the overall goals of the AIPP program.
Public Works staff request that individuals or entities interested in donating a work
of art follow these steps:
(1) Complete and submit the Artwork Donation Form (Exhibit C).
(2) Provide a maquette and/or images or the actual work for review. Images
may be provided electronically or by hard copy, showing all sides and the
proper scale of the work.
(3) Include a cover letter explaining that the work of art is being offered to the
Town as a gift, and why it should be added to the Town’s public art collection.
(4) Provide a copy of the artist’s resume or biography; information about the
artist’s significance; and digital images showing a sampling of the artist’s work.
(5) Provide information about the artwork’s provenance, exhibition history, and
a current estimate of value. Include a letter of authenticity from the artist, if
possible.
(6) A conservation assessment describing the artwork’s condition, along with a
maintenance plan. The plan should be authored by a qualified conservator or
the artist; include an explanation of the expected lifespan of the work while
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placed in a public environment, specifying the type of environment in which the
artwork may be placed; and address whether the artwork may be prone to
vandalism, and how vandalism effects may be mitigated. Public Works staff
may request additional information.
Public Works staff may request additional information for the donation.
Consideration factors include the artwork’s aesthetic quality (including
craftsmanship), compatibility with the Town’s existing public art collection, and
budget (i.e., maintenance requirements and installation costs). All works of art will
be taken to the Town Board at a regularly scheduled meeting to be voted on by
the full board. Larger acquisitions may be taken to the Town Board at a study
session for detailed discussion prior to a voting action by the Town Board. The
Town Board is unlikely to consider any donation that requires immediate or
extensive maintenance.
iii. Ownership of Works of Art
All permanent works of art acquired pursuant to this policy shall be acquired in the
name of, and title shall be held by, the Town of Estes Park.
Exempt from this ownership provision are all works of art in the collections of, and
having been purchased or acquired as a donation by, the Estes Valley Public
Library and The Estes Park Museum; and all works of art that are the private,
personal property of any Town employee and that are displayed in Town offices or
other areas of Town-owned facilities that are not generally frequented by the
public.
The Town Board recognizes the fact that exempted organizations acquire artwork
donated by patrons or purchased and donated by their supporting/friend
organizations. In acquiring new artworks for their collections, we respectfully
request the governing boards and staff of the exempted organizations be cognizant
of and embrace the spirit of the AIPP Guidelines as they continue adding to their
art collections.
b. Display of Art in Public Places
Public Works staff is charged with selecting sites for purchased or donated artwork.
Works of art selected and implemented pursuant to the provisions of this policy may
be placed in, on, or about any public place; or by agreement with the owner thereof,
placed on any private property with substantial public exposure in and around the
town. Works of art owned by the Town may also be loaned for exhibition elsewhere,
upon such terms and conditions as deemed necessary by the Town Board.
All art in public places shall receive the prior review and approval of the Town Board.
None shall be removed, altered, or changed without the prior review and approval of
the Town Board. No work of art financed either wholly or in part with Town funds or
with grants procured by the Town shall be installed on privately owned property unless
a written agreement is prepared and signed by the Mayor, acting on behalf of the
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Town, and the owner of the property specifying the proprietary interests in the work of
art and specifying other provisions deemed necessary or desirable by the Town
attorney. In addition, such written agreement shall specify that the private property
owner assures that the installation of the work of art will be done in a manner that will
protect the work of art and that takes into consideration public safety; that the work of
art will be maintained in good condition; and that insurance and indemnification of the
Town will be provided as is appropriate.
Installation, maintenance, alteration, refinishing, and moving of art in public places
shall be done in consultation with the artist whenever feasible. Public Works staff shall
maintain a detailed record of all art in public places, including accession numbers; site
drawings; photographs; designs, names of artists; names of architects; and
correspondence among all parties involved in the creation, acquisition, placement,
and display of art work whenever feasible.
i. Site Selection and Display Standards
Staff generally considers the following criteria in matching an artwork with a display
site:
(1) Conceptual compatibility of the design with the immediate site environment;
(2) Appropriateness of the design to the function of the site;
(3) Compatibility of the design and location with a unified design character or
historical character of the site;
(4) Creation of a desirable environment for the general community by the design
and location of the work or art;
(5) Preservation and integration of natural features of the site;
(6) Appropriateness of the materials and design to the expression of the artist’s
concept;
(7) Representation of a broad variety of tastes within the community and the
provisions of a balanced inventory of art in public places to ensure a variety of
style, design, and media throughout the community;
(8) Visibility and accessibility;
(9) Public safety;
(10) Car and pedestrian traffic patterns, and other Right of Way considerations;
(11) Site conditions/constraints: existing landscaping, site furnishings, water for
irrigation, drainage, grading, electrical source for lighting, and other utility
considerations such as depth of existing utilities, access to natural gas hook
up, etc.;
(12) Environmental impacts such as noise, sound, light and odors;
(13) Impact on operational functions of the Town such as snow removal, mowing
operations, etc.;
(14) Compatibility with the site function;
(15) Susceptibility to vandalism;
(16) Costs of site preparation;
(17) Existing works of art in/near the site area;
(18) Impact on adjacent property owners;
(19) Any other criteria deemed by the Public Works staff to be important.
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ii. Town Department Input
Whether working to select artwork for a designated site or selecting a site for an
already acquired artwork, it is important to get input from relevant Town
departments. Relevant departments will typically be either a department receiving
artwork in/on its building/grounds, or a department whose general responsibilities
will be materially impacted by the placement of a work of art at a particular site
(visual sightline obstruction, mowing or snow removal operations, etc.).
Designated Public Works staff will contact the Director of the relevant
department(s) to discuss potential sites and invite the Director to serve on any
formal selection committee. Selection processes which are determined by
designated staff may vary by project. Designated staff will ask the Director of the
relevant department to provide any concerns regarding the sites and/or their
impact on department operations before a selection process is finalized.
iii. Placement of Works of Art in the Public Right of Way (ROW)
Leadership for consideration of all projects and installations in the public right of
way (ROW) rests primarily with Public Works staff. Administrative support is
provided through the department’s Engineering Division. In cases that impact the
ROW, Public Works will guide the process of securing collaborative support from
other Town departments as well as from other governmental agencies (i.e., CDOT,
Town of Estes Power & Communications, etc.).
Public Works staff can and will provide support, professional expertise, and
advisement as needed for installations selected by the Town Board. Primary
contact will be through the Public Works Director and any staff member who will
be supporting the project(s). In installations that involve CDOT ROW, Public Works
will develop a plan to address the separate contracts, review, and inspection
requirements necessary with these projects; this may include cost considerations
for project management if the size of the installation is large.
The Town of Estes Park utilizes the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(MUTCD) when determining uses, signage, visual sightline requirements, and
other issues that impact the ROW. The MUTCD is nationally accepted as the
primary standard for these requirements.
(1) Installations Adjoining the ROW
When considering installations along the ROW, Public Works staff shall
consider whether the particular installation impacts the egress of persons with
disabilities; causes undue interruptions to the flow of pedestrians, bicycles, or
traffic, such as on a sidewalk or crosswalk; and the safety of maintenance
requirements/modifications that may be created by the installation.
(i) Installations Within the ROW
When considering installations in the ROW, the following factors must be
considered and resolved collaboratively with all stakeholders, with Public
Works making a final determination about a particular installation: ADA
requirements; impact on flow of pedestrians, bicycles, or traffic;
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maintenance requirements that may be created by the installation; and
safety impacts.
Questions influencing the final determination include whether the
installation would cause undue distraction for drivers, so that vehicles are
more likely to cause accidents from slowing or disorientation; and whether
the installation causes a blockage of sightlines such that safety for drivers,
pedestrians, or cyclists is compromised. Since these sightlines will be
different in each installation, size may be a factor at certain locations. For
example, drivers’ blind spots can result from installations at a traditional
intersection location close to the sightlines at the corners, or within a
roundabout.
Height of installations is not generally an issue except when a foundation
structure is required that may limit visibility for pedestrians in wheelchairs or
may cause drivers to “rubber neck” for better viewing.
When installations are within the ROW, project planners must be sensitive
to works of art that may draw pedestrians into the traffic flow for viewing.
This is a critical factor in roundabouts, where traffic devices do not have
designated locations for drivers to stop and roundabout islands are not
intended to accommodate pedestrian traffic. A work of art designed for a
roundabout must be designed to be viewed from a distance. It is also
recommended that recognition for works of art (artist signatures, plaques
describing the work of art, etc.) be placed outside the roundabout’s flow of
traffic versus on the island itself.
When installations are proposed within the ROW, project planners should
check to ensure that the art would not interfere with future road expansions
or sidewalk/multiuse path installations.
iv. Post-Selection Process
Once a site has been selected, an installation plan will be developed by Public
Works and other relevant staff with input from the artist, donor, and contractor
when appropriate. Following installation, the designated representative(s) of the
relevant department will meet to inspect the site and sign off on the finalized
project.
At the time of an acquisition, by donation or purchase, the proposed budget for a
work of art should include all costs of installation, which may include plinths or
other display components; site development, including landscaping and irrigation
system installation or modification; and an identification plaque.
(1) Contracts. Following final selection of a work of art or artist, a Contract for
Commission of Artwork (Exhibits A and B) shall be prepared by the Town
Attorney. Executed contracts shall be filed with the Town Clerk and a copy
placed in the artwork accession file managed by the Public Works staff.
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(2) Public Disclosure. All works of art will be taken to the Town Board at a
regularly scheduled meeting to be voted on by the full board. Larger
acquisitions may be taken to a Town Board Study Session for detailed
discussion prior to a voting action by the Town Board.
c. Maintenance of Art in Public Places
i. Maintenance Process
(1) Initial Documentation. A standardized form is completed and submitted by
the artist/donor prior to a piece being accepted into the Town collection. Public
Works staff, appropriate Town department(s), outside contractors, service
people and experts may be asked to review this documentation.
Documentation will reside in the records of Public Works staff, who will be
responsible for creating, keeping, and periodically updating the documentation.
Staff will use the projected cost of maintenance as one consideration in its final
determination of acceptance and placement. Although documentation and
maintenance recommendations alone will not be used to specifically exclude
artwork from the Town collection, the recommendation may play a role in that
final determination. The AIPP reserve fund may be used to pay for acquiring
critical, missing documentation not obtained at the time of acquisition of a work
of art.
(2) Maintenance Documentation. When a work of art is accepted into the Town
collection, a maintenance schedule of benchmark tasks will be established.
Maintenance documentation, which may be reviewed as revised as needed,
will include a standard for regular maintenance (e.g., timing, type of
maintenance) and identify any maintenance issues that may require special
attention. Each artistic medium will require knowledgeable people to develop
maintenance criteria. In addition, the maintenance criteria may include future
historic and aesthetic considerations for each piece.
(3) Inspection and Condition Report. As determined by Public Works staff, a
curatorial support services provider may be retained to initiate and produce an
inspection and condition report. Paid professional condition
appraisers/conservators and/or knowledgeable volunteers, craftspeople or
industry experts may perform the inspection for each piece. The inspection and
condition report will become part of the permanent documentation for the
specific work of art and will reside with the curatorial support services provider.
(4) Regular Maintenance. Town staff from the department in possession of work(s)
(i.e., Facilities & Parks Division, Power and Communications, etc.), paid
professionals and/or trained and supervised volunteers will perform regular
maintenance of works of art based upon the maintenance schedule and
condition report for each specific work of art. Maintenance will be performed
upon a recommended schedule developed by the representative of the
curatorial support services provider (if available) on a schedule determined by
the department charged with maintenance of the piece of art.
(5) Special Maintenance. As needed, paid professionals or knowledgeable
volunteers will perform maintenance that requires specialized tools, equipment,
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or knowledge. The representative of the curatorial support services provider
will use the condition report and/or site visits to determine need.
(6) Emergency Maintenance or Repair. As needed, paid professionals or
knowledgeable volunteers may be retained by Public Works staff to perform
emergency maintenance/repair.
(7) Construction, Remodeling, Painting & Repair. Whenever construction,
remodeling, painting or other maintenance projects undertaken by the Town
adversely impact any work of art in the Town collection, the relevant
department staff should be notified. A plan to protect and preserve the works
of art likely to be impacted is to be developed, in conjunction with the
representative of the curatorial support services provider, and approved by the
relevant department staff prior to work commencing.
ii. Maintenance Implementation
(1) Maintenance Plan Implementation. Public Works staff may retain a
curatorial support services provider to assist in monitoring the AIPP
maintenance plan and periodic reporting to the Town Board on the status of art
work maintenance as determined by the Public Works staff.
(2) Funding. Funding for maintenance will be established through a budget
developed annually by the relevant department. Funds for maintenance may
come from the AIPP reserve account or be a line item in the appropriate Town
department’s annual operating budget. Maintenance funding of works of art in
the permanent Town collection will take precedent over new art purchases.
(3) Contract Services. Contracts with paid professionals/craftspeople will follow
established Town guidelines and will be handled through the appropriate Town
department.
(4) Quality Control. Public Works staff believes in regulating the quality of
maintenance to an established standard. Therefore, Staff will collect and
assimilate maintenance data pertinent to the various types of works of art in the
Town’s collection (e.g., lacquer vs. waxing, annual vs. biannual maintenance,
professional vs. trained volunteer, etc.)
(5) Maintenance Policy Review. As needed, Public Works staff will recommend
changes to maintenance policies.
d. Deaccessioning Works of Art
De-accessioning is a procedure for withdrawing a work of art from the Town of Estes
Park’s public collection. Public Works staff is responsible for recommending to the
Town Board whether any piece(s) should be deaccessioned. Deaccessioning occurs
only for good reason, in the Staff’s discretion.
i. Considerations for Deaccessioning
(1) The work of art endangers public safety.
(2) The work of art has been determined to be in unsatisfactory condition.
(3) The work of art lacks a suitable display site.
(4) The condition or security of the work of art cannot be reasonably guaranteed
where located.
(5) The work of art is attached to a structure slated for destruction, remodeling or
repair (so that it is not practical to keep it).
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(6) The work of art is or has become incompatible with the rest of the collection.
(7) The Town wishes to replace the work of art with a piece of more significance
by the same artist.
(8) The work of art requires excessive maintenance or it has faults of design or
workmanship.
(9) The work of art is found to be fraudulent or not authentic.
(10) The Town cannot properly care for or store the work of art.
(11) For any other reason as determined by Public Works staff.
ii. Process/Disposition
Public Works staff should review the works of art in the Town’s collection at least
once every five years to recommend whether any piece(s) should be
deaccessioned. In addition, the Town reserves the right to deaccession a work of
art at any time deemed appropriate by the mayor Town Board. Deaccessioning
may only be considered during a regular or a special meeting of the Town Board.
A majority of Town Board members in a quorum must approve deaccessioning.
Staff may consider the following options for disposition of a deaccessioned
artwork: return to the artist; sale or trade; destruction (which shall be reserved for
works deteriorated or damaged beyond reasonably-priced repair); donation; or any
option deemed appropriate by Public Works staff.
Approved:
_____________________________
Travis Machalek, Town Administrator
_____________
Date
1/3/2024
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POLICY 880 – EXHIBIT A
TOWN OF ESTES PARK, COLORADO
CONTRACT FOR COMMISSION OF ARTWORK
This Agreement is entered into this (day, month, year) by and between the Town of Estes Park,
Colorado (herein after called “the Town”) and (artist’s full name) (hereinafter called “the Artist”).
Recitals
In conjunction with (project name), the Town has allocated funding from the Art in Public Places
program reserve fund in the amount of $ ____________ to acquire Artwork that will be created and
installed in (location).
The Artist was selected through a competitive process by the Public Works Department.
Based on these foregoing recitals and the terms and conditions set forth herein, THE PARTIES AGREE
AS FOLLOWS:
ARTICLE 1. SCOPE OF SERVICES
1. Artist’s Responsibility
1. The Artist shall perform all services and be responsible for all expenses, materials, supplies, and
equipment necessary to design, fabricate, deliver, and install Artwork consisting of (description
of the Artwork).
2. The Artist’s services shall be performed in a professional, timely, and workmanlike manner, and
in strict compliance with all terms and conditions in this Agreement.
3. The Artist is responsible for all costs, expenses, and fees associated with the design, engineering,
fabrication, installation, lighting, site visits, and insurance of the Artwork.
4. The Artist shall coordinate the installation of the Artwork with the Town. The Artist agrees to
repair and/or replace any damage caused by the Artwork installation at his expense, whether
caused by the Artist or by anyone the Artist engages to assist him, to the satisfaction of the
Town’s designated representative (“Town Representative”), as set forth in this Agreement. The
person designated as “Town Representative” is staff designated by the Public Works
Department.
5. The Artist is an independent contractor and not an agent or employee of the Town.
6. The Artist shall secure any necessary engineering work and is responsible for all site preparation.
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7. The Artist will provide the concrete foundation on which the sculpture will sit.
8. In performance of the work described herein, the Artist shall comply with all applicable federal,
State and Town laws, rules, and regulations, including but not limited to, applicable copyright,
building and life, health and safety codes.
9. The Artist shall indemnify and hold the Town harmless from any damage or injury claims made
by a third party(ies) arising during the installation process and caused, or claimed to be caused
by such process, including harm to himself, to others including the public, or to the Artwork.
10. The Artist shall provide the Town with written instructions for the maintenance, care, and
upkeep of the Artwork, with a description of all materials used, and a Certificate of Authenticity
for the Artwork.
11. The Artist is solely responsible for the compensation and for the work of every contractor and
other person he engages to assist him in discharging the duties under this Agreement. The Artist
agrees to engage no person without providing adequate worker’s compensation insurance, in
amounts required by Colorado law.
12. The Artist shall secure and provide insurance for the on-site installation period in amounts and
limits specified in this section. The Artist shall provide the Town Risk Manager with a
certificate of liability insurance which addresses the period of on-site installation, and includes
the following:
a. The policy must be an occurrence form; the coverage amount shall be $1,000,000 for
products/completed operations hazard(s); the Comprehensive General Liability insurance
shall have combined single limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence; and the policy shall not
be cancelled, terminated nor not renewed without first giving 30 days advance written
notice to the Town Risk Manager;
b. Neither this Agreement nor an insurance policy issued as required by this Agreement
shall be understood to waive or diminish the effect of the Colorado Governmental
Immunity Act protections enjoyed by the Town.
2. Town’s Responsibility
1. The Town will provide the Artist access to the site for installation of the Artwork.
2. The Town will provide payment to the Artist in a timely fashion as outlines in the Payment
Schedule in Article 6 of the Agreement.
3. The Town will secure any and all required licenses, permits, and similar legal authorizations, at
no expense to the Artist, as may be necessary for the installation.
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4. The Town will designate a representative (see Article 1, Section 1.1 C above) with whom the
Artist should communicate and coordinate when necessary, and the Town Representative has the
authority to make decisions for the Town with regard to the matters described herein, including,
but not limited to inspection of any work in progress at the Artist’s studio or fabrication location,
determining substantial and final completion of the Artwork, approving payments to the Artist,
approving and coordinating installation.
5. The Town will provide, at no charge to Artist, a plaque on or near the Artwork identifying the
Artist and Title of the Artwork.
ARTICLE 2. DESIGN CHANGES
1. Final Design Proposal – Following execution of this contract, the Artist will, in consultation with
Town staff when necessary, develop his original proposal into a Final Design Proposal that
includes: 1) A working drawing or rendition of the proposed Artwork and the site, and a
description of the materials to be used in the Artwork; and 2) Cost estimates for the design,
fabrication, engineering, transportation, installation, and insurance. Public Works staff, or a
committee thereof, shall review and approve the final design prior to execution.
2. Any significant change to the design of the Artwork, as approved pursuant to Article 2, Section
2.1 above, must be approved in writing by the Town. The Artist shall provide proposed changes
in writing or graphic communication to the Town for review and approval. A significant change
is considered to be any alteration which materially affects the approved design or installation.
Minor changes do not require written approval.
ARTICLE 3. COMPLETION DATE
The Artist agrees to complete, deliver, and install the Artwork no later than (month, day, year).
Liquidated Damages: If the Artist fails to complete the on-site installation of the Artwork by (month,
day, year), a late fee of $100 per day will be levied, beginning on (month, day, year), and continuing at
$100 per day for every day until the day the Artwork is successfully installed. This late fee will be
deducted from the final payment due to the Artist. This late fee shall not apply to delays caused by the
Town or acts of God.
ARTICLE 4. ACCEPTANCE OF THE ARTWORK
The Artwork will be deemed to be accepted by the Town after the following requirements have been
satisfied:
1. The Artwork is completed, delivered, and installed in accordance with this Agreement and the
approved design, and the Town has verified this; and
2. The Artist has delivered to the Public Works staff the following:
a. An executed bill of sale;
b. Written maintenance and care instructions; and
c. An original signed Certificate of Authenticity.
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ARTICLE 5. PAYMENT SCHEDULE
The Town shall pay the Artist a fixed fee of $ _____________ that will constitute full and complete
compensation for all services performed, materials furnished, and for the artistic value provided by the
Artist under this Agreement. If the Artist is in compliance with the terms of this Agreement, then the
Town will pay the Artist as follows:
1. First payment of $ (30% of the total cost of the Artwork) shall be made when this Agreement is
signed by both parties, recognizing that the Artist will invest time and incur expenses in
preparing the designs and purchasing materials as set forth in Article 1, Section 1.1(A). No
invoice from the Artist is required.
2. Second payment of $ (30% of the total cost) shall be made to the Artist when the Artwork is 50%
completed and reasonable proof of this, such as digital photographs, has been provided. The
Artist will provide a written invoice for this payment.
3. Third payment of $ (30% of the total cost) when the sculpture is completed (but prior to
transport) and reasonable proof of this has been provided. The Artist will provide a written
invoice for this payment and digital photographs.
4. Fourth and final payment of $ (10% of the total cost) following installation and acceptance of the
Artwork by the Town, as described in Article 4.
The Town agrees to mail each payment described above within two (2) weeks of receiving an invoice
from the Artist.
ARTICLE 6. WARRANTY
1. The Artist represents and warrants that the design of the Artwork is unique and solely the result
of the creative efforts of the Artist, and is wholly original with the Artist and does not infringe
upon or violate the rights of any third party.
2. The Artist warrants that the Artwork is and shall remain free and clear of all liens, including
mechanics liens and encumbrances of the Artist.
3. The Artist shall not duplicate or offer the same or materially similar Artwork for sale elsewhere
within a 200-mile radius of Estes Park.
4. The Artist warrants that all work is performed in accordance with professional “workmanlike”
standards, and fully guarantees the Artwork to be free from defective materials, products, and
workmanship, for one year following the date of the Town’s final acceptance of the Artwork, as
described above. During this period the Artist agrees to make necessary repairs to the Artwork,
in a manner satisfactory to the Town, of any defect which is the result of faulty workmanship or
materials. If within one year following the date of final acceptance, the Artist is unable or
unwilling to make any necessary repairs, the Artist is responsible for reimbursing the Town for
damages, expenses, or loss incurred by the Town as a result of having to complete such repairs.
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The Artist is not responsible for damage to the Artwork caused by vandalism, acts of God, Town
employees or contractors.
ARTICLE 7. COPYRIGHT
1. The Artist expressly reserves the rights under common law or under the federal Copyright Act to
control the making and dissemination of copies and reproductions of the Work that the court(s)
in the venue of this Agreement afford to him, except as specified in Article 6 Section C. The
Artist specifically agrees that the Town, and its commissions, agents, divisions, employees and
officials may, without further approval from or compensation to the Artist, reproduce the
Artwork graphically, in photographs, drawings, or computer-generated images for any Town
business, including advertising, promotions, visitor and convention activities, and economic
development activities. The Town agrees that whenever appropriate such graphic reproductions
of the Artwork will include the Artist’s name, in such a manner and location as will comply with
U. S. copyright law.
2. The Town acknowledges the existence of a 1990 federal law regarding Artist’s rights which
limits the Town’s unilateral ability to modify the Artwork without advance notice to the Artist;
however, the Artist agrees that the Artwork, and all components and elements thereof, are the
property of the Town. The Artist agrees that after the warranty period described in 7.D. expires,
the Town has the right to unilaterally, without Artist’s knowledge or consent, repair, remove,
relocate, replace, sell, or store the Artwork. While it is the Town’s intent to permanently retain
and maintain the Artwork as described herein, over time future citizens and Town Boards may
determine that the Town should remove it or otherwise dispose of the Artwork, and the Town
reserves that right. If the Town alters, modifies, or changes the Artwork, it will not thereafter
represent the altered work as that of the Artist without his consent.
3. The Artist agrees to indemnify and hold the Town harmless from any and all liability arising out
of the Artist’s violation or claim of violation by any person of any copyright or trademark
infringement whether or not such claim(s) or suit(s) is(are) frivolous.
ARTICLE 8. INDEMNIFICATION
The Artist will indemnify and hold the Town harmless from all loss and liability (including attorney’s
fees, court costs, and all other litigation expenses) for any infringement of the patent rights, copyright,
trademark, and all intellectual property claims of any person or persons in consequence of the Town’s
acceptance of the Artists work or the use by the Town, or any of its officers or agents, of articles or
services supplied in the performance of the Agreement, whether or not such claim (s) is (are) frivolous.
ARTICLE 9. DEATH OR INCAPACITY
If the Artist becomes unable to complete the terms of this Agreement due to death or incapacitation,
such death or incapacitation will not be considered a default of this Agreement on the part of the Artist;
however, upon the happening of death or incapacity of the Artist, the Town is not obligated to proceed
with this Agreement.
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In the event of incapacity, the Artist may assign the Artist’s obligations and services under this
Agreement to another artist of his choosing, but only with written approval of the Town. Alternatively,
the Town may terminate this Agreement.
In the event of the death of the Artist, this Agreement may terminate. The Artist’s executor shall deliver
the Artwork, in whatever form and degree of completion it may be at the time, to the Town, along with
all materials and supplies purchased for the Artwork’s fabrication, if not yet completed. The Town has
the right to have the Artwork completed, fabricated, delivered, and installed by another artist or
fabricator of their choosing; however, the Artist’s heirs shall retain the copyright to the Artwork and all
rights under Article 8.
ARTICLE 10. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
The Town may terminate this Agreement if the Artist fails without cause to complete, deliver, and install
the Artwork as stipulated in this Agreement. The exercise of a right to termination under this section
shall be in writing and set forth the grounds for termination. If this Agreement is terminated under this
section, the Artist is entitled to retain the 10% fee paid to him when the Agreement was executed, but
shall return to the Town all other compensation paid to him under the terms of this Agreement within 30
days of the date of termination. If the Artist fails to return said Town funds, the Town shall have the
right to take possession of the Artwork, in whatever form and degree of completion it may be at the
time, and all materials and supplies purchased and obtained by the Artist for the Artwork, and the Town
has the right to have the Artwork completed, fabricated, delivered, and installed by another artist or
fabricator of their choosing. However, the Artist shall retain the copyright to the Artwork and all rights
under Article 7.
ARTICLE 11. WRITTEN NOTICE
The parties agree that any notice required by this Agreement shall be given as follows, including notice
of a change of address or change in the Town Representative:
Town: __________________________________________________________
Artist: __________________________________________________________
ARTICLE 12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
The terms and provisions of this Agreement, including attachments and any amendments, represent the
entire understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this contract. No representations
or warranties are made by the Artist or the Town except as herein set forth. The terms of this Agreement
may only be altered or modified in writing and signed by both parties.
ARTICLE 13. LAW AND VENUE
The laws of the Town of Estes Park, Larimer County, Colorado, shall govern this Agreement. Any
action arising out of or under this Agreement shall be brought in Larimer County, Colorado.
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Signed:
______________________________________
Mayor, Town of Estes Park
____________________
Date
______________________________________
Artist
____________________
Date
ATTEST:
________________________________________
Town Clerk
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POLICY 880 – EXHIBIT B
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
ARTWORK DONATION FORM
Thank you for your interest in donating a work of art to the Town of Estes Park. Art in Public Places is a
vital component to the beauty and quality of life in our community. Please complete the information below
to facilitate a thorough review of the proposed donation.
In order to ensure the highest standards, aesthetic consistency, and proper maintenance, the decision to
accept the donation rests with the Public Works Department. Public Works staff reserve the right to move
or remove the piece from the permanent collection, if that becomes necessary, in the future.
Please submit with this form:
1. Photographs or detailed drawings of the artwork
2. Documentation authenticating the purchase price or appraised value
General Information
Donor name (Individual/Organization/Business):
Contact person (if different from above):
Mailing Address:
Phone Number & Email Address:
Information About the Artwork
Title of the Artwork:
Name of the Artist:
Mailing Address of Artist:
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Description of media or materials used or to be used in artwork:
Proposed Location of Artwork:
Special Instructions (if any):
When is the artwork available for installation?
Year Completed: _______________
Purchase Price: _______________
Current Value: _______________
Dimensions: _______________
Weight: _______________
Long-term maintenance required:
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
Does donation include the cost of site preparation, installation costs, concrete pad or pedestal (if
necessary), or does it include money for these costs? YES NO
If yes, please provide proposed budget amount: _______________
The undersigned is the owner of the artwork, free of all liens and encumbrances, and has the right to
make this agreement. The undersigned herby agrees to donate the above described art work, with the
following additional conditions (if any):
Donor Signature & Date (Please print name after signature)
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Return this form and supporting documents to:
Town of Estes Park
Public Works Department
170 MacGregor Ave
PO Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
publicworks@estes.org
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POLICY 880 – EXHIBIT C
TOWN OF ESTES
ARTWORK LOAN AGREEMENT
Artist Information
Artist Name:
Mailing address:
Phone Number & Email Address:
Description of Artwork
Artwork #1 - Title:
Medium:
Price or Estimated Value: $______________
Dimensions (h-w-d): _______________ Weight (lbs): _______________
Artwork #2 - Title:
Medium:
Price or Estimated Value: $______________
Dimensions (h-w-d): _______________ Weight (lbs): _______________
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Artwork #3 - Title:
Medium:
Price or Estimated Value: $______________
Dimensions (h-w-d): _______________ Weight (lbs): _______________
Information & Authorization
I give the Town permission to photograph my art for temporary display on the Town’s website:
Yes No
Will hanging art require special installation or equipment other than regular wall hooks?
Yes No
Dates of the loan are ____________________ to ____________________.
The artist understands and agrees to the terms and conditions contained in the Public Works Policy 880
Public Art Policy. Exhibits are attached to this agreement form. The artist understands that any
insurance payment that might be made will be based upon an appraised value rather than a declared
value. This constitutes the entire agreement between the parties.
Artist’s Signature & Date (Please print name after signature)
Return this form and supporting documents to:
Town of Estes Park
Public Works Department
170 MacGregor Ave.
PO Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
publicworks@estes.org
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POLICY 880 – EXHIBIT D
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
(project name )
The Town of Estes Park Art in Public Places program enriches our community through public exposure
to the arts. The AIPP program weaves public art into the everyday experience of our community and
creates lasting impressions on those who experience it. It enhances our public spaces, compliments our
award winning seasonal floral displays, and makes Estes Park a visitor destination for its natural beauty
and its vibrant arts scene.
Project Description and Scope
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Eligibility
The project is open to any professional artist with demonstrated experience in creating signature
artwork.
Selection Process
1. From this Call, an Artist may be selected directly from the initial applications, or the artwork
selection panel may elect to interview a limited number of finalists from among the initial
applications based upon their conceptual drawings.
2. If multiple semi-finalists are selected, each semi-finalist will present a scaled maquette (sculpture
pieces), or scale rendering (non-sculpture pieces), for the panel’s review. Semi-finalists may be
required to develop more specific preliminary proposals prior to final selections. If so, a stipend
will be paid.
3. A detailed budget will be required of artists selected as semi-finalists. The detailed budget must
include all expenditures in connection with the execution of the project. (Prior to submitting a
proposal, it is recommended that artists prepare such a budget to ensure the project can be
executed as presented.)
4. One artist will ultimately be selected to develop their design and fabricate and install the artwork.
5. The artist will be required to carry general liability insurance in the amount of
$_______________.
6. Town staff will oversee operations and administer the decisions of the jury panel.
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Submission Requirements
All applications must be submitted through the Town website to publicworks@estes.org and must
include:
1. A preliminary statement of approach for the project which communicates scope and scale
2. Previous accomplishment(s) with public art pieces of similar appropriate scale as shown in 5-10
images of artwork completed within the past five years.
3. The Artist’s conceptual image for the site, which must communicate the scope and scale of the
submitted project (maximum number of conceptual images: 3)
4. Three (3) professional references
Selection Criteria
The primary criteria for selection:
1. Scope of Proposal: Does the proposal show an understanding of the project objective,
appropriate scale and desired results? Does the artwork represent history/spirit of the Town?
2. Assigned Personnel: Do the person(s) working on the project have the necessary skills? Are
sufficient people of the requisite skills assigned to the project?
3. Availability: Can the work be completed in the contracted time and on-budget?
Timeline
All applications must be submitted to the Public Works Department by (month, day, year). Final
completion date will be determined jointly by the Artist and the Public Works Department; however, the
project must be started shortly after the contract has been awarded.
Budget
A maximum of $ (amount) has been allocated for the artwork to include all design, fabrication,
insurance, installation, travel, contingency and incidental costs. The Town of Estes Park reserves the
right to withdraw from the project prior to such time as a contract is formally entered into with the
Artist. Contract provisions will apply subsequent to the agreement to such by both parties.
Return this form and supporting documents to:
Town of Estes Park
Public Works Department
170 MacGregor Ave.
PO Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
publicworks@estes.org
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POLICY 880 – EXHIBIT E
TOWN OF ESTES PARK
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
(project name )
The Town of Estes Park Art in Public Places program enriches our community through public exposure
to the arts. The AIPP program weaves public art into the everyday experience of our community and
creates lasting impressions on those who experience it. It enhances our public spaces, compliments our
award winning seasonal floral displays, and makes Estes Park a visitor destination for its natural beauty
and its vibrant arts scene.
Project Description and Scope
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________
Eligibility
The project is open to any professional artist with demonstrated experience in creating signature
artwork.
Selection Process
7. From this Call, an Artist may be selected directly from the initial applications, or the artwork
selection panel may elect to interview a limited number of finalists from among the initial
applications based upon their conceptual drawings.
8. If multiple semi-finalists are selected, each semi-finalist will present a scaled maquette (sculpture
pieces), or scale rendering (non-sculpture pieces), for the panel’s review. Semi-finalists may be
required to develop more specific preliminary proposals prior to final selections. If so, a stipend
will be paid.
9. A detailed budget will be required of artists selected as semi-finalists. The detailed budget must
include all expenditures in connection with the execution of the project. (Prior to submitting a
proposal, it is recommended that artists prepare such a budget to ensure the project can be
executed as presented.)
10. One artist will ultimately be selected to develop their design and fabricate and install the artwork.
11. The artist will be required to carry general liability insurance in the amount of
$_______________.
12. Town staff will oversee operations and administer the decisions of the jury panel.
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Submission Requirements
All applications must be submitted through the Town website to publicworks@estes.org and must
include:
5. A preliminary statement of approach for the project which communicates scope and scale
6. Previous accomplishment(s) with public art pieces of similar appropriate scale as shown in 5-10
images of artwork completed within the past five years.
7. The Artist’s conceptual image for the site, which must communicate the scope and scale of the
submitted project (maximum number of conceptual images: 3)
8. Three (3) professional references
Selection Criteria
The primary criteria for selection:
4. Scope of Proposal: Does the proposal show an understanding of the project objective,
appropriate scale and desired results? Does the artwork represent history/spirit of the Town?
5. Assigned Personnel: Do the person(s) working on the project have the necessary skills? Are
sufficient people of the requisite skills assigned to the project?
6. Availability: Can the work be completed in the contracted time and on-budget?
Timeline
All applications must be submitted to the Public Works Department by (month, day, year). Final
completion date will be determined jointly by the Artist and the Public Works Department; however, the
project must be started shortly after the contract has been awarded.
Budget
A maximum of $ (amount) has been allocated for the artwork to include all design, fabrication,
insurance, installation, travel, contingency and incidental costs. The Town of Estes Park reserves the
right to withdraw from the project prior to such time as a contract is formally entered into with the
Artist. Contract provisions will apply subsequent to the agreement to such by both parties.
Return this form and supporting documents to:
Town of Estes Park
Public Works Department
170 MacGregor Ave.
PO Box 1200
Estes Park, CO 80517
publicworks@estes.org