REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION October 19, 2026, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the ARTS COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn- live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jesús Varela at Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME), at jesus.varela@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-2444. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Gina Houston - Chair, Muna Hussaini - Vice Chair, Keyheira Keys, Monica Maldonado, Heidi Schmalbach, Kirtana Banskota, Bailey Pownall, Faiza Kracheni, Sharron B Anderson, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on July 20, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on actions taken at the October 5th Art in Public Places Panels by Commissioner Schmalbach. 3. Update on actions taken at the September 16th Downtown Commission meeting by Commissioner Houston. STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Hotel Occupancy Tax by Jesús Pantel, ACME Cultural Funding Supervisor. 5. Staff briefing regarding update on the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Jesús Pantel, ACME Cultural Funding Supervisor. 6. Staff briefing regarding an update on the ACME Funding Programs by Laura Odegaard, ACME Division Manager, Cultural Affairs & Investments. 7. Staff briefing regarding an update on Art in Public Places by Jaime Castillo, ACME Art in Public Places Manager. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. Establish an Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME) Funding Appeals Working Group to review appeals from organizations who were not chosen for funding. 9. Approve a recommendation for the Northeast Service Center: Suspended 3D Art in Public Places Artist Selection. 10. Approve a recommendation for the Northeast Service Center: Cistern Murals Art Call. 11. Approve a recommendation of the Special Meeting of the Art in Public Places Deaccession Review, Art in Public Places artworks at …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2026, AT 4:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Art in Public Places Panel may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel Special Called: October Virtual Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Andrew Danziger Camille Jobe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lindsey Millikan, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Bernardo Diaz The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting October 5, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission as the Deaccession Jury of Art in Public Places artwork Leaf, Pod & Samara by John Christensen at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Deaccession Jury includes guest conservator per Arts Commission. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission as the Deaccession Jury of Art in Public Places artwork Uplifted Ground by Michael Singer Studios at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Deaccession Jury includes guest conservator per Arts Commission. Discussion and possible action regarding updates to the Art in Public Places Ordinance, Guidelines and Policies per City Council Resolution No. 20250306-029. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. For assistance, please contact the Liaison or TTY users’ route through 711. A person may request language access accommodations no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Please call or email Art in Public …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Art in Public Places Panel may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: September Virtual Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Andrew Danziger Camille Jobe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lindsey Millikan, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Bernardo Diaz The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting September 14, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from September 21, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Art in Public Places Projects 50% Final Design Update. Presentation by Alex Irrera, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Northeast Service Center: Suspended 3D Art in Public Places Artist Selection. Presentation by Rebecca Rende, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Northeast Service Center: Cistern Murals Art Call. Presentation by Rebecca Rende, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Art in Public Places Panel Guidelines and Associated Polices Working Group report and possible action. Approve a recommendation regarding updates to the Art in Public Places Guidelines and Policies per City Council Resolution No. 20250306-029. Presentation by Jaime …
Arts Commission Community Interest Announcement Name of Event People’s Gallery Opening Exhibition and Arts & Humanities Kickoff October 2, 2026 (6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.) Austin City Hall 301 W 2nd St, Austin, Texas 78701 A quorum of the Arts Commission members may be present. No action will be taken, and no Arts Commission business will occur. For more information, please contact: Jesus Varela 512-974-2444 Jesus.Varela@AustinTexas.gov
REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION September 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the ARTS COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn- live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jesús Varela at Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME), at jesus.varela@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-2444. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Gina Houston - Chair, Muna Hussaini - Vice Chair, Keyheira Keys, Monica Maldonado, Heidi Schmalbach, Kirtana Banskota, Bailey Pownall, Faiza Kracheni, Sharron B Anderson, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on July 20, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on actions taken at the August 3rd and September 14th Art in Public Places Panels by Commissioner Schmalbach. 3. Update on actions taken at the August 19th Downtown Commission meeting by Commissioner Houston. 4. Presentation on Creek Show by Stephanie Bergara, Senior Manager of Community Engagement & Programs at Waterloo Greenway. 5. Presentation by Austin Creative Alliance on their organization and function. 6. Discussion on Hispanic Quality of Life recommendations. STAFF BRIEFINGS 7. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Hotel Occupancy Tax by Jesús Pantel, ACME Cultural Funding Supervisor. 8. Staff briefing regarding update on the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Jesús Pantel, ACME Cultural Funding Supervisor. 9. Staff briefing regarding an update on the ACME Funding Programs by Laura Odegaard, ACME Division Manager, Cultural Affairs & Investments. 10. Staff briefing regarding an update on Art in Public Places by Jaime Castillo, ACME Art in Public Places Manager. 11. Staff briefing regarding an update on ACME gallery spaces by Marjorie Flanagan, ACME Division Manager, Cultural Education & Programs DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 12. Discussion and possible action to plan an Arts Commission Retreat 13. Establish a Fiscal Sponsorship working …
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Hotel Occupancy Tax Update Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment | September 21, 2026 Hotel Occupancy Tax – August 2026 H/MOT Penalties & Interest Hotel/Motel Occupancy Tax Total Revenue Approved Budget $511,252 $166,777,013 $167,288,265 Transfer to Cultural Arts Fund $15,968,425 August $35,076 $5,967,403 $6,002,479 $573,237 Year-to-date $795,943 $172,528,867 $173,324,810 $16,553,387 • Total HOT Collections August 2026 = $6,002,479 • 104% of FY26 Approved Budget of $167,288,265 • Cultural Arts Fund July 2026 = $573,237 2 Hotel Occupancy Collections – Significant Contributing Events • World Cup Activities • Austin Symphony Independence Day and Fireworks • Willie Nelson's Annual 4th of July Picnic • Blues on the Green Concert Series • Hot Summer Nights AUS Passenger Totals: 2,102,655 (July 2026) 3 HOT Cultural Arts Fund – FY26 Progress CAF Actuals $16,553,386 Approved Budget $15,968,425 4 HOT Cultural Arts Fund – Quarterly Comparison $18,000,000 $16,000,000 $15.65 M $15.57 M $15.34 M $14,000,000 $12.9 M $3,967,678 $4,181,190 $4,014,342 $4,264,989 $4,529,604 Q4 (July, Aug, Sept) Q3 (April, May, June) Q2 (Jan, Feb, Mar) Q1 (Oct, Nov, Dec) $4,298,427 $4,045,329 $4,150,573 $3,982,424 $4,075,609 $4,112,939 $4,397,401 $3,398,832 $3,266,808 $3,058,166 $3,361,392 $12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,317,350 $3,112,547 $4,000,000 $3,066,137 $2,000,000 $0 $2,374,915 FY22 FY23 FY24 FY25 FY26 5 Questions? 6
Cultural Arts Funding Update Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment | September 21, 2026 Agenda 1. Contracts & Payments 2. Grant Funded Activities 3. Review Panels 2 Contracts & Payments Contracts & Payments (as of 9/21/26) FY24 Elevate FY25 Nexus FY25-26 Thrive (Year 1) FY25-26 Thrive (Year 2) Total Contracts Signed & Processed Contracts Test payments issued & verified Payment 1 Issued Payment 2 Issued Payment 3 Issued 229 229 (100%) 229 (100%) 229 (100%) 228 (99%) 219 (96%) 102 102 (100%) 102 (100%) 102 (100%) 88 (86%) n/a 35 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 34 (97%) 32 (91%) See year 1 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 32 (77%) N/A N/A Total Dist. to date Total Allocation $9,209,250 (99%) $9,265,000 $503,500 (99 %) $510,000 $3,787,500 (98%) $3,118,500 (81%) $3,850,000 $3,850,000 4 FY24 Final Report Status (as of 9/21/26) 10 of 229 Elevate Final Reports Incomplete (4%) • Deadline: January 31, 2026 • 4 not submitted (non-compliance process implemented) • 4 need revisions • 1 returning unused funds • 1 deceased 5 FY25 Final Report Status (as of 7/17/26) 17 of 101 Nexus Final Reports Incomplete (17%) • Deadline: May 31, 2026 • 15 not submitted (non-compliance process implemented) • 2 need revisions 6 Grant Funded Activities Cultural Funding Grantee Activities (VisitAustin) Short Films, Long Journeys: Screening & Panel September 24 Austin Asian American Film Festival (District 10) – ArtsUs Co Still. Here. Now September 25 – 26 Andrea Ariel Dance Theatre (District 3) – Carver Museum Dress Rehearsal August 29 – September 26 Yuliya Lanina (District 10) – GrayDuck Gallery Zimbabwean Marimba Festival September 26 Rattletree School of Marimba (District 8) – Casa de Luz 8 Cultural Funding Grantee Activities (VisitAustin) Physical Theatre in the 20th Century September 28 La Fenice (District 2) – Dougherty Arts Center Typewriter Poetry October 8 Austin Typewriter Poets Collective (District 2) – Cherrywood Center Eastside Kings Festival October 18 Eastside Kings Foundation (District 8) – Various Welcome to Terror Terrace: A Halloween Variety Show October 11 – November 1 Early Era Collective (District 4) – Dougherty Arts Center 9 Review Panels Funding Programs: Guidelines Clearer definitions Clearer criteria Simplified processes More accessible resources across all programs Learn More: austintexas.gov/acme/grants-funding English Guidelines Spanish Guidelines 11 Open Funding Programs: Overview Austin Live Music Fund • $5,000 - $70,000 • Music Industry (musicians, independent promoters, venues) Thrive • Up to $80,000 - …
Funding Programs Update Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment | Sept 21, 2026 FY26 Funding Disbursement Status (as of 9/21/26) Program Total Awardees Total Funds # of Awardees Paid % of Awardees Paid $ of funds disbursed % of funds disbursed ALMF Elevate CSAP HPG Thrive Nexus 396 277 22 22 35 76 $7,045,000 $12,616,773 $1,320,000 $3,000,274 $3,850,000 $505,000 384 273 21 19 32 57 97% 99% 95% 86% 91% 75% $4,517,500 $10,776,474 $781,741 $1,497,763 $3,118,500 $328,500 TOTAL 829 $28,337,047 755 91% $21,020,478 64% 85% 59% 50% 81% 65% 74% 2 2027 ACME Grants Overview Applications Window: July 7, 2026 – August 18, 2026, at 6:59 PM Contract Period: January 1, 2027 – December 31, 2027 (or December 2028 for 2-year contracts) $23 Million in Funds Available Austin Live Music Fund Elevate Heritage Preservation Thrive • $6 million • $11 million • $3 million • $3 million • ~290 awards • $5,000 - $70,000 • Musicians, independent promoters, live music venues • ~250 awards • $30,000 - $80,000 • Arts organizations, individual artists, creative businesses • ~30 awards • $50,000 - $250,000 • Preservation projects and activities • ~30 awards • $160,000 - $250,000 • Arts nonprofits deeply rooted in diverse cultures 4 Total 2027 Grant Applications Program Austin Live Music Fund (English) Austin Live Music Fund (Spanish) Elevate (English) Elevate (Spanish) Heritage Preservation (English) Heritage Preservation (Spanish) Thrive (English) Thrive (Spanish) TOTAL Submitted 1,059 10 946 21 57 2 164 1 2,260 5 Breakdown by Program Type (removing test apps) Austin Live Music Fund: Heritage Preservation Grant: Venues - 56 Independent Promoters- 65 Ineligible - 2 (no award was chosen) $20,000 - 45 $5,000 - 18 Professional Musicians- 923 Ineligible - 7 (no award was chosen) $20,000 - 545 $5,000 - 371 Heritage Events – 40 Capital Projects – 13 Elevate: 501(c)(3) – 257 Arts Groups – 179 Individual Artists – 418 6 Spanish Language Support Enhancements in Action Summary of Community Priorities Expand Spanish-language Outreach and Support Reduce barriers to applying Improve translation quality and consistency Strengthen community trust and relationships Provide language access throughout the grant lifecycle 8 Language Used For Spanish translations of the word grant: ACME will use subsidio because it is a more familiar and commonly understood term among the communities we serve. While subsidio …
Overview of ACME Exhibition Opportunities Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Arts Commission, August 17, 2026 ACME Exhibit Locations and Current Hours* AACME Galleries African American Cultural and Heritage Facility AUS Galleries (Airport) - 12 exhibit spaces Historical Dedrick-Hamilton House Gallery Hours Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm Galleries in pre-screening areas open 24/7 Monday – Friday 10am – 5pm Asian American Resource Center – 6 exhibition spaces Monday – Friday 10am – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm Susanna Dickinson Museum Dougherty Arts Center (Julia C. Butridge Gallery) Wednesday – Sunday 10am – 5pm Monday – Thursday 10am – 10pm, Friday 10am – 6pm, Saturday 12 – 5pm George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center (museum space + 1 exhibit space+ front contemporary/shop space) Monday – Wednesday, Friday 10am – 6pm, Thursday 10am – 9pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm Elisabet Ney Museum Wednesday – Friday 12 – 5pm, Saturday – Sunday 10 – 5pm Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center (Sam Z. Coronado Gallery, Community Gallery, Atrium) Monday – Friday 10am – 9pm, Saturday 10am – 4pm Old Bakery & Emporium (Fine Art Gallery) Wednesday – Friday 10am – 6pm, Saturday 12 – 5pm People's Gallery (City Hall) Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm *Operational hours will be adjusted in FY27 based on community feedback 2 How are exhibits recruited for? 3 How does the City support exhibits? 4 Approximate Timeframes for Exhibition Open Calls FALL 2026 MACC AACHF Early/mid 2027 AARC June 2028 (Biennial) AIPP People's Gallery November 2026 DAC May 2027 AIPP AUS Changing Exhibit ▪ Carver, OBE, Brush Square, and Elisabet Ney Museum have curated shows. 5 How many exhibitions do you hold per fiscal year? 6 What stages of artists do you exhibit? 7 What's next? ▪ACME's strategic and cultural plan process ▪FY27 Budget ▪Creative Reset: Streamlined and coordinated services 8 QUESTIONS? Cross departmental opportunities! ▪ Arts and culture facilities ▪ Art in Public Places ▪ Aviation Marjorie.Flanagan@Austintexas.gov Matrex.Kilgore@Austintexas.gov 9
AIPP WORKING GROUP AUGUST 2026 DEFINING AIPP PROJECT DELIVERY Aligning Funding, Responsibility & Project Outcomes Funding Transparency Project Coordination Clear Contractural Responsibilities AIPP Projects and the structures in which they reside benefit from a clearly defined relationship with the Project Design and Construction Team prior to finalization of contracts. Early coordination on scopes and responsibilities leads to clearer contracts and better work flows for both Project Teams and AIPP Support Staff. Why ThisDiscussionMatters Defined from the start Two Project Delivery Models Independent v. Integral An Integral AIPP Project is one that is fully coordinated with the Building Design and Construction Team. It is supported by and coordinated with that team and becomes integral to the architecture of the project itself. ex: Austin Convention Center An Independent AIPP Project is executed independently of the project design team and project construction. There is no integration of artwork into the structure and it may be sited separately from the structure. ex: Waste Water Facilities IntegralIndependent Project Delivery determines how the AIPP allocation is calculated IndependentCapital Project2% AIPP AllocationRemaining Project BudgetA&E FeesIntegralCapital ProjectA&E FeesRemaining Project Budget2% AIPP Allocation Fee Calculation for AIPP as INDEPENDENT Fee Calculation for AIPP as INTEGRAL Here is what that looks likeusing a $1 million projectProject Cost1,000,0002% for art(subtract fee)20,000(980,000)10% for A&E98,000Remaining882,000Project Cost1,000,00010% for A&E(subtract fee)100,000(900,000)2% for art18,0000Remaining800,000 Fee Calculation for AIPP as INDEPENDENT Fee Calculation for AIPP as INTEGRAL 10% reduction in AIPP fee Here is what that looks likeusing a $1 million projectProject Cost1,000,0002% for art(subtract fee)20,000(980,000)10% for A&E98,000Remaining882,000Project Cost1,000,00010% for A&E(subtract fee)100,000(900,000)2% for art18,0000Remaining800,000 Fee Calculation for AIPP as INDEPENDENT Fee Calculation for AIPP as INTEGRAL 2% reduction in A&E fee Here is what that looks likeusing a $1 million projectProject Cost1,000,0002% for art(subtract fee)20,000(980,000)10% for A&E98,000Remaining882,000Project Cost1,000,00010% for A&E(subtract fee)100,000(900,000)2% for art18,0000Remaining800,000 Independent Project Benefits • Some public works projects are not well suited for public visitors. A remote site for the artwork can provide better opportunities for viewing. • Some project types may be such that art is exceedingly difficult to integrate and an independent timeline or site is required. • Some areas of our community do not host many public projects. Independent AIPP work can be better distributed through the greater community. • Independent projects can activate areas of the project site that are apart from the built structure. Integral Project Benefits • Artwork that is complimentary to the structure and/or site and integrated …
Northeast Service Center Campus Sculptures Art Call Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Art in Public Places | August 3, 2026 NESC Campus Sculptures Project Phase Selecting: Artist Selection Artist(s) Name TBD Art Commission $600,000 Funding Type CIP/Bond Sponsor Dept Austin Resource Recovery Austin Fleet Mobility Services Managing Dept Austin Financial Services Council District 1 NESC location: 8301 Johnny Morris Rd 2 Project Overview Project Overview: • First AIPP project within P3 delivery model • $3 million in Art Commissions • AIPP developed opportunities & budgets Project Goals: • New campus will consolidate services to one location • ARR: trash collection, recycling, composting, large brush collection and bulk items • AFMS: vehicle maintenance needs for City of Austin Timeline: • Phased approach: campus sculptures is the third project • Construction began fall 2025 • Campus opening fall 2027 North Campus: Austin Resource Recovery 3 Project Overview North Campus: Austin Resource Recovery South Campus: Austin Fleet Mobility Services Garage Façade Interior Suspended Artwork $1,800,000 $ 300,000 Cistern Murals x 2 Sculptures x 5 Total AIPP Opportunities $ 300,000 $ 600,000 $3,000,000 4 NESC Campus Sculptures – Art Call Scope of Work: • 3D site-specific permanent artwork • 7 optimal locations identified, minimum of 5 • Artworks should work alone and as a series • Artworks to speak to the day-to-day work of the essential workers at ARR and AFMS • Highly encouraged use recycled, upcycled, and/or reclaimed materials • Engage stakeholders and community • Artwork integrated into campus design, including coordination with project team and AIPP artists Considerations: • Users and visitors of the site • Longterm maintenance, campus is open 24/7 Administrative Building Eligibility: Texas-based mid-career public artist Mid-career: public artists are recognized in their fields and have a track record of exhibits, engaging communities, and completed projects in the public art realm. Minimum of five relevant completed projects with budgets up to $100,000. 5 NESC Campus Sculptures Artist Selection Process Selection Criteria: • Artistic merit, creative capacity, and technical expertise of past work (30%) • Enthusiasm and ability in creating site-specific public artwork and working with local communities (40%) • Demonstrated experience in the field of public art (30%) Artist Selection Panel: • Identify artist selection panelists (3 visual professionals) • Project advisors • Review applications • Shortlist 3 artists for interviews • Artist interviews 6 Next Steps Timeline* (subject to change): • AIPP Panel (Art Call) • Arts Commission …
Davenport Ranch AFD / ATCEMS Station Adrian Aguilera & Betelhem Makonnen Final Design Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Art in Public Places | September 21, 2026 AFD / ATCEMS Davenport Ranch Project Phase Designing (Final) Artist(s) Name Adrian Aguilera & Betelhem Makonnen Art Commission $196,000 Funding Type CIP/Bond Sponsor Dept Austin Fire & Austin Travis County EMS Council District 10 Concept Design Presentation – September 8, 2025 Location: 4601 Westlake Drive, Austin TX 78746 2 AFD/ATCEMS 3 Station Cohort All events 12:00 to 1:00 pm Wednesday, March 4 – AF52/ATCEMS41 Davenport Ranch, artists Adrian Aguilera and Betelhem Makonnen 4601 Westlake Dr, Austin, TX 78746 Thursday, March 5 – AF53/ATCEMS42 Goodnight Ranch, Re:Site Studio 9400 Capitol View Dr, Austin, TX 78747 Friday, March 6 – AF54/ATCEMS43 Canyon Creek, artist Rudy Herrera 9804 N FM 620, Austin, TX 78726 AIPP Coordinator – Lindsay Hutchens 3 DAVENPORT RANCH Survey Results What is a story or idea you think of while looking at this artwork? "LOVE. COMMUNITY. Appreciation for our firefighters." "I think of care, I really enjoy the simplicity and universality of the X and O. It’s really cool to see a technology of fire fighting used in an artwork, it’s new and exciting to see." "I think how its a waste of money and boring." "Why don't we pay a real artist to actually paint a piece of art? These are just TVs." 4 Noteable quote: "I love the symbolism of using infrared light, light of life, heat, seeing in the dark... I really appreciate the way the artists have connected the artwork to the firefighters and the community they serve. It is a reminder to love and take care of each other." AIPP Coordinator – Lindsay Hutchens DAVENPORT RANCH ToDo's Artists: Program: - Establish and enforce AIPP Ordinance - Maintenance plan, including process for both care of artwork and reporting issues - Address light pollution DONE - Material - Design of video content - Schedule - Plan and describe electrical access and amount of use (see shop drawings) DONE - Plan and describe artwork attachment DONE - State weather resilience of material (see spec sheets and conservation report) DONE - Future community engagement at site: ie. Filming content, Dedication DONE AIPP Coordinator – Lindsay Hutchens 5 CITY OF AUSTIN I ART IN PUBLIC PLACES DAVENPORT RANCH AFD52 / EMS41 STATION Adrian Aguilera I Betelhem Makonnen untitled (xo, sweet dreams) video wall, …
Art in Public Places Asian American Resource Center Artist Selection Recommendation Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Arts Commission | September 21, 2026 AIPP Standard Process & Project Goals ▪ Eligibility • at least 18 years of age • Experience creating permanent artwork in materials suitable for the outdoors • Artists who have three or more permanent commissions represented in the AIPP public art collection; artists who are currently under an active contract for a permanent AIPP project; and artists who have completed a permanent AIPP project within the past year are not eligible to apply. ▪ Submission Requirements • CV/Resume • 10-images of completed relevant artworks with descriptions • Short response questions • 3 professional references ▪ Selection Criteria • Artistic merit, creative capacity, technical expertise of past work • Enthusiasm and ability in creating site-specific public artwork and working • Demonstrated experience in the field of public art with local communities ▪ Selection Process • 3 visual arts professionals voting panelists • Additional community and City staff advise by providing knowledge about the • 1 round; score offline for short list, live discussion and vote site, the community, the neighborhood, and the sponsor project 1. A work of art of redeeming quality that advances public understanding of visual art and enhances the aesthetic quality of public places 2. Conceptualizes a strong overall artwork design approach that integrates with the site and surrounding natural environment Is easily maintained and vandal resistant in an exterior environment Is permanent with an expected life span of at least 20 years 3. 4. 2 Asian American Rescource Center (AARC) Budget $90,000 Funding Type Capital Improvement Project Sponsor Dept Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment (ACME) Address 8401 Cameron Rd, Austin, TX 78754 Council District 1 3 AARC Call Summary / Site History: • One artist or artist-led team • Outdoors, 2D or 3D • Centers around development of a multipurpose pavilion integrated with existing great lawn • Envisioned as a flexible, year-round venue designed to host a variety of small to medium-sized programs and events Artwork Goals: • AIPP standard programmatic goals + • Speaks to and represents the Asian American experience in Austin, Texas, including • Diaspora, migration • Belonging, setting roots • Identity making, Asian American History, and/or local community building 4 AARC Eligibility: • Austin-based - visual artists in the seven counties bounding the Austin metro area (Travis, Hays, Williamson, Bastrop, …
ARTS COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20260921-14 Date: September 21, 2025 Subject: Request for a Public Meeting on Proposed Amendments to City Code Chapter 7-2 (Art in Public Places) Motioned By: Commissioner Schmalbach Seconded By: Commissioner Banskota Recommendation The Art in Public Places Panel requests that the Arts Commission make a formal recommendation to council for a dedicated public meeting on the proposed amendments to City Code Chapter 7-2 (Art in Public Places Ordinance) and the Art in Public Places Guidelines before the ordinance returns to City Council, currently scheduled for Economic Opportunity Committee on Sept. 25, 2026 and Full City Council meeting on Oct. 22. The changes under consideration will shape the program for decades and they deserve a hearing open to the full community the program serves. Rationale Since Council adopted Resolution No. 20250306-029 in March 2025, Austin Arts, Culture, Music & Entertainment (ACME) has run a year-long, staff-led review process. They created a multi-phase plan which would include engagement with the broader arts community, but that process has been stalled due to issues arising from discrepancies about percent calculations that came up while engaging with other internal departments. A formal engagement process surrounding these changes has yet to occur. ACME's Creative Reset initiative, which lists the AIPP ordinance among the funding programs it is “reimagining,” has not yet extended its citywide survey and listening-session process to these specific ordinance changes. We should not be considering major changes to the ordinance and guidelines before the arts community has been given an opportunity to meaningfully participate in this process. We ask for ACME leadership to host a public meeting dedicated to the proposed Chapter 7-2 amendments, held with adequate public notice and scheduled with enough lead time for artists and arts organizations to participate, before the item returns to Council. If this cannot feasibly occur before the September 2026 council meetings, these items should not go in front of 1 of 2 council until the public meeting happens. The meeting should cover, at minimum: 1. AIPP staff briefing about the resolution and process for ordinance updates 2. Concerns about the process for calculating the 2% and what potential impacts that could have on the program 3. Findings and recommendations from the AIPP ordinance and guidelines working group Austin's Art in Public Places program exists today because Austin artists and residents organized for it. The 1985 ordinance, and the 2002 increase from one …
ACME Funding Panels: 2027 Grant Cycle Review Panelist Short List + Bios Why We Use Panels Peer review panels are considered the gold standard in public-sector arts and cultural funding. National best practices (NEA, NEH, and all 56 state/territorial arts agencies) recommend peer panels because they ensure: • Objectivity & Fairness – Reduces influence of individual bias and increases trust in outcomes. • Transparency – Public meeting recordings, reviewer bios, and clear rubrics. • Accountability – Documented scoring, written comments, and conflict-of-interest protections. • Equity & Representation – Diverse reviewer pool supports culturally competent evaluation. • Scalability – Distributed review allows hundreds of applications to be evaluated thoroughly. Austin has consistently used a panel-based model since the late 1990s, evolving the process over time with improvements in training, transparency, scoring, and public access. Panelist Recruitment & Composition • 814 Total Review Panelist applications • 357 Review Panelists needed (estimate based on applications expected) • 365 Potential Review Panelists on this Short List (due to availability and conflicts of interest, we always aim for a buffer) Location • 324 from the Austin-MSA (89%) • 41 are from outside the MSA (11%) ACME Funding Applicants? • 234 are NOT applying for funding (64%) • 75 are applying for funding (21%) • 56 not sure if they will apply for funding (15%) Gender Identity: • 252 women (69%) • 89 men (24%) • 19 non-binary (5%) • 5 Prefer Not to Answer (1%) Race/ Ethnicity: • 137 White (38%) • 79 Hispanic/Latine (22%) • 76 Black/African American (21%) • 27 Asian (7%) • 25 Multi-race/ethnicity (7%) • 8 Prefer Not to Answer (2%) • 6 Native American (2%) • 4 Race/Ethnicity Not Listed (1%) • 2 Middle Eastern/Arab/North African (0.5%) • 1 Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (0.2%) Age: • 56 in their 20s (15%) • 110 in their 30s (30%) • 109 in their 40s (30%) • 50 in their 50s (14%) • 36 are 60+ (10%) • 4 Prefer Not to Answer (1%) Non-English Languages Spoken: • 67 Spanish • 12 French • 5 Hindi • 17 other languages with 3 or fewer speakers Potential Review Panelists (alphabetical by first name) Adam Adolfo ADAM ADOLFO is a producer, stage director, choreographer, and designer, having directed Shakespeare, musicals, opera, and staging several world premiere plays across the country. He was honored with a Fort Worth Weekly Visionary Award for his outstanding contributions to the Artistic …
Deaccession Process for artworks at AUS Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Art in Public Places | September 21, 2026 AIPP Process 1. SCOPING 2. SELECTING 3. DESIGNING 4. IMPLEMENTING 5. ARCHIVING a. Project Set Up a. Artist Selection a. Artist Research (30%) a. Construction Drawing a. Close Out b. Art Call b. Approval: Artist b. Concept (60%) b. Artwork Fabrication b. Maintenance Repair/Restoration c. Approval: Art Call c. Artist Contract c. Final (90%) c. Artwork Installation c. Deaccession/Relocation 2 Deaccession Policy It is the City of Austin’s intent that the deaccessioning of artwork be a careful and deliberate procedure. Acquisition and Deaccession Policy (2008) “Deaccessioning is an integral and necessary part of responsible collections management.” Deaccession Options 1. Relocate the work of art to another appropriate site. 2. Give the artist the opportunity to buy back the work at its current appraised value, if allowed by agreement.* 3. Give the artist the opportunity to recover the work of art at no cost to the City, if allowed by agreement.* 4. Dispose of the work through City of Austin surplus property procedures. 5. Remove the work from public display and place it in storage. *See Worksheets for specific artists rights relative to deaccession, there are slight variances of options owing to variety of contracts used. 3 Deaccession Leaf, Pod & Samara Artist: John Christensen Location: 3600 Presidential Boulevard Austin, TX 78719 Arrivals waiting area Accession Date: 1999 Cast-in-place compressed concrete. Three (3) poured in place organic forms with underground pedestals (31' at tallest point, 20 tons total weight). 4 Deaccession Uplifted Ground Artist: Micheal Singer Studio (principal, Micheal Singer, deceased) Location: 3600 Presidential Boulevard Austin, TX 78719 Red Garage Walkway Accession Date: 10/6/2015 Limestone, bronze, led lighting, steel cables, tension springs. Built into tensioning support structure of garage walkway 247’ l x 40’ w x 12’ h (361 individual elements in three separate locations). 5 Deaccession Timeline Process Summary & Next Steps 1999 • Leaf, Pod & Samara accessioned into Art In Public Places collection October 2015 • Uplifted Ground accessioned into Art In Public Places collection August 2026 • AUS files request to consider deaccession of Leaf, Pod & Samara and Uplifted Ground. September 2026 • AIPP presents plan to formally deaccess artwork • Arts Commission forms Deaccession Jury October 2026 • Deaccession Jury to review deaccession request • Arts Commission to review AIPP Panel deaccession recommendation (tentative) November 2026 …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Art in Public Places Panel may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: September Virtual Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Andrew Danziger Camille Jobe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lindsey Millikan, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Bernardo Diaz The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting August 3, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from August 17, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. Discussion of Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Creative Reset. Presentation by Candice Cooper, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, and Morgan Messick, Assistant Director, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Discussion of the Northeast Service Center: Garage Façade Art in Public Places Concept Design. Presentation by Bridge Projects, Art in Public Places Artist, and Rebecca Rende, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Art in Public Places Projects 50% Final Design Update. Presentation by Alex Irrera, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Uplifted Ground Art in Public Places Project. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. 9. 10. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the AFD / …
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL Regular Meeting Minutes The Art in Public Places Panel convened a regular meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026, virtual regular meeting. Chari Kristi-Anne Shaer called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM. Panel Members in Attendance: Kristi-Anne Shaer – Chair, Vice Chair – Lindsey Millikan, Heidi Schmalbach – Arts Commission Liaison, Bernardo Diaz, Andrew Danziger, and Fatima Carbajal. Panel Members Absent: Camille Jobe. Staff in Attendance: AIPP Manager: Jaime Castillo; AIPP Coordinator Senior: Rebecca Rende; AIPP Coordinator Lindsay Hutchens; ACME Assistant Director: Morgan Messick; and ACME Interim Chief Administrative Officer: Candice Cooper. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on August 3, 2026. Andrew Danziger made a motion to approve of the minutes from Art in Public Places Regular Panel Meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026, Bernardo Diaz seconded. Motion passes 5-0. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from August 17, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. Bernie Diaz made a motion to move Item 5: Discussion of the Northeast Service Center: Garage Façade Art in Public Places Concept Design before Item 4: Discussion of Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Creative Reset. Commissioner Heidi Schmalbach seconded. Motion passes 6-0. 4. 5. 6. 7. Discussion of Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Creative Reset. Presentation by Candice Cooper, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, and Morgan Messick, Assistant Director, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Discussion of the Northeast Service Center: Garage Façade Art in Public Places Concept Design. Presentation by Bridge Projects, Art in Public Places Artist, and Rebecca Rende, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Art in Public Places Projects 50% Final Design Update. Presentation by Alex Irrera, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Item pulled by Art in Public Places Manager, Jaime Castillo, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Uplifted Ground Art in Public Places Project. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. 9. …
REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION August 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Board and Commission, Room 1101. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the ARTS COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn- live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jesús Varela at Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME), at jesus.varela@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-2444. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Gina Houston - Chair, Muna Hussaini - Vice Chair, Keyheira Keys, Monica Maldonado, Heidi Schmalbach, Kirtana Banskota, Bailey Pownall, Faiza Kracheni, Sharron B Anderson, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on July 20, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on actions taken at the August 3rd Art in Public Places Panel by Commissioner Schmalbach. 3. Presentation by Austin Creative Alliance on their organization and function. 4. Discussion on Hispanic Quality of Life recommendations. STAFF BRIEFINGS 5. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Hotel Occupancy Tax by Jesús Pantel, ACME Cultural Funding Supervisor. 6. Staff briefing regarding update on the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Jesús Pantel, ACME Cultural Funding Supervisor. 7. Staff briefing regarding an update on the ACME Funding Programs by Laura Odegaard, ACME Division Manager, Cultural Affairs & Investments. 8. Staff briefing regarding an update on Art in Public Places by Jaime Castillo, ACME Art in Public Places Manager. 9. Staff briefing regarding an update on ACME gallery spaces by Marjorie Flanagan, ACME Division Manager, Cultural Education & Programs 10. Staff briefing regarding ACME facilities: Asian American Resource Center by Tony Vo, ACME Arts & Education Program Manager, Cultural Education & Programs DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 11. Discussion and possible action to plan an Arts Commission Retreat 12. Establish a Fiscal Sponsorship working group to better understand the different Fiscal Sponsorship types. 13. Discussion and …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Art in Public Places Panel may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: August Virtual Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Andrew Danziger Camille Jobe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lindsey Millikan, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Bernardo Diaz The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on July 6, 2026 and Art in Public Places Special Called Meeting on July 13, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from July 20, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. Discussion of Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Creative Reset. Presentation by Morgan Messick, Assistant Director, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Northeast Service Center: Campus Sculptures Art Call. Presentation by Rebecca Rende, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion and possible action to coordinate updates on the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Art in Public Places Projects to the Art in Public Panel in advance of Final Design presentations. Art in Public Places Panel Guidelines and Associated Polices Working Group report and possible action. Approve a recommendation regarding updates to the Art in Public Places Guidelines and Jaime Policies per City Council Resolution No. 20250306-029. Presentation by Castillo, AIPP Manager, …
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL Regular Meeting Minutes The Art in Public Places Panel convened a regular meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026, virtual regular meeting. Chari Kristi-Anne Shaer called the meeting to order at 6:02 PM. Panel Members in Attendance: Kristi-Anne Shaer – Chair, Heidi Schmalbach – Arts Commission Liaison, Bernardo Diaz, Andrew Danziger, Fatima Carbajal, and Camille Jobe. Panel Members Absent: Vice Chair – Lindsey Millikan. Staff in Attendance: AIPP Manager: Jaime Castillo; AIPP Coordinator Senior: Rebecca Rende and Alex Irrera. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on July 6, 2026 and Art in Public Places Special Called Meeting on July 13, 2026. Commissioner Schmalbach made a motion to approve of the minutes from Art in Public Places Regular Panel Meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026 and Art in Public Places Special Called Meeting on July 13, 2026, Bernardo Diaz seconded. Motion passes 5-0. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from July 20, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. 4. Discussion of Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment Creative Reset. Presentation by Morgan Messick, Assistant Director, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. Item pulled by Art in Public Places Manager, Jaime Castillo, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. 7. 8. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Northeast Service Center: Campus Sculptures Art Call. Presentation by Rebecca Rende, Art in Public Places Coordinator Senior, Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Commissioner Heidi Schmalbach made a motion to approve the Northeast Service Center: Campus Sculptures Art Call. Camille Jobe seconded. Motion passes 6-0. Discussion and possible action to coordinate updates on the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Art in Public Places Projects to the Art in Public Panel in advance of Final Design presentations. No Action taken. Art in Public Places Panel Guidelines and Associated Polices Working Group report and possible action. Commissioner Heidi Schmalbach made a motion to approve the Art in Public Places Guidelines and Associated Polices Working Group draft report and letter requesting a public meeting to the Arts Commission, including a presentation for the Guidelines …
REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION July 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the ARTS COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn- live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jesús Varela at Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME), at jesus.varela@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-2444. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Gina Houston - Chair, Muna Hussaini - Vice Chair, Keyheira Keys, Monica Maldonado, Felipe Garza, Heidi Schmalbach, Kirtana Banskota, Bailey Pownall, Faiza Kracheni, Sharron B Anderson, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on June 15, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on actions taken at the July 6th Art in Public Places Panel by Commissioner Schmalbach. 3. Update on actions taken at the July 15th Downtown Commission meeting by Commissioner Houston. STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Staff briefing on Fiscal Sponsorships and ACME Staff Conflict of Interest policy by Morgan Messick, ACME Assistant Director, and Laura Odegaard, ACME Acting Division Manager. 5. Staff briefing on ACME Strategic plan by Candice Cooper, ACME Interim Chief Administrative Officer, and Marjorie Flanagan, ACME Division Manager, Cultural Education & Programs. 6. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Hotel Occupancy Tax by Jesús Pantel, ACME Cultural Funding Supervisor. 7. Staff briefing regarding update on the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Jesús Pantel, ACME Cultural Funding Supervisor. 8. Staff briefing regarding an update on the ACME Funding Programs by Laura Odegaard, ACME Acting Division Manager. 9. Staff briefing regarding an update on Art in Public Places by Jaime Castillo, ACME Art in Public Places Manager. 10. Staff briefing regarding an update on ACME Museums and Cultural Facilities by Guiniviere Webb, Culture & Arts Program Manager, Dougherty Arts Center and Zilker Hillside Theater. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS …
Fiscal Sponsorship & Conflict of Interest Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment | July 20, 2026 Purpose of Today’s Briefing Fiscal Sponsorship in ACME Grant Funding Review staff, Law, and Auditor findings Conflict of Interest rules Appropriate Reporting Processes 2 Fiscal Sponsorship ACME Guidelines ▪ Fiscal Sponsor: A Fiscal Sponsor is a nonprofit organization with a 501(c) tax-exempt status that applies for financial support on behalf of another organization or individual, allowing the sponsored project to benefit from the sponsor’s tax-exempt status. A Fiscal Sponsor manages financial transactions and reporting responsibilities for the Sponsored Project. Please note that all Fiscal Sponsors must be headquartered in Austin and are responsible for ensuring that all funding is used for tax-exempt, charitable purposes as defined by the Internal Revenue Code. (page 40 of ACME Funding Guidelines) ▪ Sponsored Project: The individual or group that is under the umbrella of a Fiscal Sponsor, which is a 501(c) organization. (page 43 of ACME Funding Guidelines) ▪ Applicants may apply with a Fiscal Sponsor for the Elevate and Nexus funding programs. 4 Create Austin Resources ▪ A Fiscal Sponsor is a 501(c) organization that provides support to projects that lack nonprofit status. ▪ The Fiscal Sponsor handles financial transactions and supports reporting duties on behalf of the Sponsored Project. ▪ A single Fiscal Sponsor may sponsor multiple Sponsored Projects during each grant cycle. 5 Create Austin Resources Cont. *This resource collection provides non-exhaustive information on fiscal sponsorship practice. It is not a requirement to follow but references some forms of fiscal sponsorship and best practices to consider. 6 Sponsorship Agreement (required for application) 7 Fiscal Sponsorship Eligibility Review ▪ Sponsored Project starts and completes application as “lead applicant” ▪ Award type/ request amount is what the Sponsored Project is eligible for (i.e. $15,000) not what the Fiscal Sponsor might be eligible for (i.e. $50,000) ▪ Fiscal Sponsor becomes “owner” of the Sponsored Project account if SP is awarded ▪ Fiscal Sponsorship Requirements include: ▪ 501(c) status located in Austin or ETJ ▪ Salaried Executive Director ▪ In existence for ▪ At least 1 year with $50,000 operating budget, OR ▪ At least 5 years and have at least a $35,000 operating budget 8 Application Eligibility Review ▪ How does the Eligibility Review happen? ▪ Eligibility Review Form in Submittable ▪ Filled out for every application ▪ The Form includes verifying ▪ Application answers ▪ Uploads ▪ IRS …
ACME Strategic Plan Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment July 2026 The Creative Reset > ACME Strategic Plan VISION Where Culture, Creativity, and Community Thrive 3 Mission We serve Austin by investing in creative people, cultural spaces, programs, and partnerships that expand access, strengthen community, and celebrate our city’s diverse cultural identity. 4 Framework for success Strategic Outcomes • Cultivate Access & Belonging • Invest in Cultural Spaces • Advance Creative Careers • Celebrate Vibrant Cultural Experiences • Curate Strategic Partnerships 6 Investment Priorities • Cultural and Community Assets • Direct Funding • Artist and Organizational Support • Community Access and Experience Delivery • Creative Ecosystem Leadership 7 Citywide goals and targets • Percent of participants who indicated the program / activity / visit enhanced their connection to art culture music entertainment or history • Percent of participants engaging with ACME programs and services for the first time • Number of public art collection pieces repaired and/or restored • Number of visits to educational and cultural facilities • Number of contracts with arts professionals and arts organizations • Percent of recipients who report satisfaction with AACME programs and services 8 Thank you! ACME
Cultural Arts Funding Update Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment | July 20, 2026 Agenda 1. Contracts & Payments 2. Grant Funded Activities 2 Contracts & Payments Contracts & Payments (as of 7/17/26) FY24 Elevate FY25 Nexus FY25-26 Thrive (Year 1) FY25-26 Thrive (Year 2) Total Contracts Signed & Processed Contracts Test payments issued & verified Payment 1 Issued Payment 2 Issued Payment 3 Issued 229 229 (100%) 229 (100%) 229 (100%) 227 (99%) 216 (94%) 102 102 (100%) 102 (100%) 102 (100%) 81 (79%) n/a 35 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 34 (97%) 29 (83%) See year 1 35 (100%) 35 (100%) 28 (77%) N/A N/A Total Dist. to date Total Allocation $9,181,250 (99%) $9,265,000 $499,500 (97 %) $510,000 $3,712,500 (96%) $2,803,500 (73%) $3,850,000 $3,850,000 4 FY24 Final Report Status (as of 7/17/26) 14 of 229 Elevate Final Reports Incomplete (6%) • Deadline: January 31, 2026 • 6 not submitted • 5 need revisions • 2 returning unused funds • 1 deceased 5 FY25 Final Report Status (as of 7/17/26) 20 of 101 Nexus Final Reports Incomplete (20%) • Deadline: May 31, 2026 • 15 not submitted • 1 submitted not reviewed • 4 need revisions 6 Grant Funded Activities Cultural Funding Grantee Activities (VisitAustin) Poetry Club with the East Austin Writing Project Monthly, June 1 – January 1 East Austin Writing Project (District 3) – Houndstooth Coffee Really Small Museum presents Yevghenia Davidoff June 3 – July 31 Really Small Museum (District 1) – Austin Nature & Science Center AZL Brazilian Zouk Series Wednesday July 15 – August 5 Austin Brazilian Zouk & Lambada Cultural Heritage Project (District 9) – Charles Johnson House 8th Fresh Squeezed Ounce of Opera July 17-25 One Ounce Opera (District 4) – dadaLab 8 Cultural Funding Grantee Activities (VisitAustin) I Scream Social July 24 Host Publications (District 7) – Alienated Majesty Books Mujer Manifesto Zine Volume 6 July 28 The Gallery ATX (ETJ) – Moontower Cider Co Speak No More: Lovecraft July 31 – August 23 La Fenice (District 2) – The Tavern 9 Questions? 10
Art in Public Places Staff Briefings Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Arts Commission | July 20, 2026 Public Art Open Calls austintexas.gov/AIPP • Asian American Resource Center • Shared Streets • NESC Suspended 3D Artwork (TX) • Public Artist Pre-qualified List (TX) Apply at PublicArtist.org before August 3, 2026 Virtual Open Office Hours (VOOH) Every Tuesday 10am-12pm Info Sessions www.eventbrite.com/o/austin-arts-culture-music-and- entertainment-108376071991 AIPP Coordinators – Lindsay Hutchens & Rebecca Rende 2 AIPP Resolution No. 20250306-029 Next Steps & Timeline • Align Ordinance and Guidelines (May-August) o Include feedback from City partners and AIPP Panel o CMO, LAW, and Budget review • Ordinance Approvals o Economic Opportunities Committee o Art in Public Places Panel o Economic Opportunities Committee o Arts Commission o City Council Meeting • AIPP Guidelines Approvals July 31 September 14 September 18 September 21 September 24 October 3 AIPP Process 1. SCOPING 2. SELECTING 3. DESIGNING 4. IMPLEMENTING 5. ARCHIVING a. Project Set Up a. Artist Selection a. Artist Research (30%) a. Construction Drawing a. Close Out b. Art Call b. Approval: Artist b. Concept (60%) b. Artwork Fabrication b. Maintenance Repair/Restoration c. Approval: Art Call c. Artist Contract c. Final (90%) c. Artwork Installation c. Deaccession/Relocation 4 AIPP Process Partner Departments (Sponsor & Managing Departments) 1. SCOPING 2. SELECTING 3. DESIGNING 4. IMPLEMENTING 5. ARCHIVING a. Project Set Up a. Artist Selection a. Artist Research (30%) a. Construction Drawing a. Close Out b. Art Call b. Approval: Artist b. Concept (60%) b. Artwork Fabrication b. Maintenance Repair/Restoration c. Approval: Art Call c. Artist Contract c. Final (90%) c. Artwork Installation c. Deaccession/Relocation 5 AIPP Process Community (stakeholders, AIPP Panel, Arts Commission) 1. SCOPING 2. SELECTING 3. DESIGNING 4. IMPLEMENTING 5. ARCHIVING a. Project Set Up a. Artist Selection a. Artist Research (30%) a. Construction Drawing a. Close Out b. Art Call b. Approval: Artist b. Concept (60%) b. Artwork Fabrication b. Maintenance Repair/Restoration c. Approval: Art Call c. Artist Contract c. Final (90%) c. Artwork Installation c. Deaccession/Relocation 6 AIPP Process Artists 1. SCOPING 2. SELECTING 3. DESIGNING 4. IMPLEMENTING 5. ARCHIVING a. Project Set Up a. Artist Selection a. Artist Research (30%) a. Construction Drawing a. Close Out b. Art Call b. Approval: Artist b. Concept (60%) b. Artwork Fabrication b. Maintenance Repair/Restoration c. Approval: Art Call c. Artist Contract c. Final (90%) c. Artwork Installation c. Deaccession/Relocation 7
OUR MISSION The Mission of the Dougherty Arts Center is to provide support and opportunities for emerging though established artists and arts enthusiasts in a welcoming and safe place to experience the arts firsthand. OUR VISION The Dougherty Arts Center is Austin’s cultural living room where all people are invited to gather and create community through the arts. OUR IDENTITY We are Austin’s oldest community arts center, 100% of staff are artists – a site run by artists, for artists and arts enthusiasts. We celebrate Austin’s diverse arts community by hosting classes, events, workshops, exhibits, and performances, and provide paid experience for artists in a warm and nurturing environment in the heart of downtown Austin. BY THE NUMBERS OCTOBER 1, 2025 – JULY 1, 2026 7,490 SAW A PERFORMANCE 20,077 CAME TO EXIHIBITS AND GALLERY EVENTS 54,300+ PARTICIPATED 1,580 YOUNG ARTISTS SERVED 1,710 HOURS OF PROGRAMS 1,997 ENJOYED FREE SPECIAL EVENTS 500 CREATIVE SPACES SUPPORTED THE ARTS 5,746 ADULT STUDIO USES $1.5 MILLION GENERAL FUND $281,000 FY26 REVENUE 28,800 SQ FT 8.5 FULL TIME STAFF DOUGHERTY ARTS CENTER & BEVERLY SHEFFIELD HILLSIDE THEATER 1 2 3 4 Julia C. Butridge Gallery Theater and Events Adult and Youth Studio Classes Artist Professional Development PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES Art In Cahoots caregiver and child program Creativity Club Afterschool Summer Camp Works in Progress Teen Internship DAC to Go Senior and Recreation Center outreach Adaptive Ceramics satellite program Adult Studio painting, drawing, ceramics, darkroom, and textiles Gallery Exhibitions Artist Talks and Demos Artist Professional Development DAC Nights monthly public events Artist Access Program Theater Rentals and Performances Art-O-Rama annual signature event Volunteer Program Zilker Hillside Theater MARKETING Focus strategies to increase the participation and attendance to events and spaces IMPLEMENTATION Collaborate with stakeholders and outside organizations to attract new audiences Promote awareness of DAC offerings through social media and cross-marketing TARGET AUDIENCES Artists Tourists Community organizations Young professionals Students Families Seniors CREATIVITY BELONGS TO EVERYONE! 1-3 YEARS Stronger and happier arts community Reach more arts deserts Create more jobs Increase offerings for underserved artists More collaborations Bring more people together 3-5 YEARS Sustainable art practices A “third space” for artists Arts visibility within and beyond Austin Artist Lifecycle New Building
Spicewood Springs Corridor Final Design Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Art in Public Places | 7.06.2026 Spicewood Springs Mobility project Project Phase Final Design Artist(s) Name Christine Rojek Art Commission 182,000 Funding Type CIP project Sponsor Dept Council District TPW 10 near 4501 Spicewood Springs Road 2 Spicewood Springs Mobility Project Overview Project Overview: Identified in the City of Austin’s 2016 Mobility Bond as a key project, the site currently is missing water quality facilities as well as safety features such as continuous sidewalks, curbs, buffer zones and there is no continuous center turn lane. Project Goals: • Expand the roadway to two lanes in each direction, adding a center median with left-turn bays • Create a shared-use path on both sides of the road for pedestrians and bicyclists, and stormwater quality and detention facilities. Construction Timeline: • Work began Dec. 2023 • Substantial Completion: EOY 2026 3 Spicewood Springs AIPP Project Overview Project Overview: • Create a site-specific artwork that enhances the community’s experience of the Spicewood Springs Road corridor. Project Goals: • Respect wildlife and integrate with the natural beauty of the corridor; • Be safe to people and animals, easily maintained, and vandal-resistant in an exterior environment. • Align with the character of the community and human history of the site. Timeline: • Fabrication: Summer - Fall 2026 • Installation: EOY 2026 TBD 4 Spicewood Springs Corridor – Scope of Work Scope of Work: • Engage with community to understand the important values and desires to reflect in the artwork. • Design a sculpture that honors the natural landscape and the local community. • Fabricate and Install the sculptures onsite in accordance with the ongoing site construction. Eligibility: • Corridor Pre-Qualified Artist Pool • Austin-based visual artists who reside in the seven counties bounding the Austin metro area (Travis, Hays, Williamson, Bastrop, Caldwell, Burnet, and Blanco counties) • At least 18 years of age Add Image ?? 5 Spicewood Springs Road AIPP Project Artist Christine Rojek “Taming of the Surge” –Norfolk, VA “Rubber Tipped Crane” – Town Center, Schaumburg, IL 6 Community Engagement SPICEWOOD SPRINGS BRANCH LIBRARY EVENT 10/20/24 • • VISITS TO NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANTS & SHOPS: INTRODUCED MYSELF, PASSED OUT FLYERS, TALKED ABOUT UPCOMING AIPP COMMISSION. • CONVERSATIONS WITH LOCALS: TOMLINSON’S PET STORE, SHIRLEY MCFAIL SCHOOL OF DANCE, GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL, ANOTHER BROKEN EGG, TROY MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT, EPOCH COFFEE. • DOS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: FEEDBACK FROM NEIGHBORHOOD …
Deaccession Process for “Crosswalk on the Lake” Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment Art in Public Places | July 20, 2026 AIPP Process 1. SCOPING 2. SELECTING 3. DESIGNING 4. IMPLEMENTING 5. ARCHIVING a. Project Set Up a. Artist Selection a. Artist Research (30%) a. Construction Drawing a. Close Out b. Art Call b. Approval: Artist b. Concept (60%) b. Artwork Fabrication b. Maintenance Repair/Restoration c. Approval: Art Call c. Artist Contract c. Final (90%) c. Artwork Installation c. Deaccession/Relocation 2 Deaccession Crosswalk on the Lake Artist: Mery Godigna Collet Location: 3710 Lake Austin Boulevard Austin, TX 78703 Accession Number: CH.2016.003 Accession Date: 7/21/2016 Crosswalk on the Lake, by Mery Godigna Collet and Luis R. Gutierrez, was installed in 2016 and accessed into the City of Austin’s public art collection. 3 Deaccession Process Summary & Next Steps Art in Public Places (AIPP) and Austin Transportation & Public Works (ATPW) artwork deaccession from Lake Austin Boulevard. June 2016 • Artwork presented as a part of the Urban Crosswalk Project, donated by a private citizen, for $6,000.00 to produce • Donation Approved by Arts Commission October 2025 • Texas Department of Transportation (TxDoT) issued directive for all cities in the state to remove any street- based artwork, painting, or signs not approved for transportation safety, in order for cities roadways to be in compliance with state grants. This included the AIPP managed artwork Crosswalk on the Lake. May 2026 • TxDoT denies City of Austin’s exemption request ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ June 2026 • AIPP presented plan to formally deaccess artwork • Arts Commission formed Deaccession Jury July 2026 • Deaccession Jury to review deaccession request • Arts Commission to review AIPP Panel deaccession recommendation August 2026 • City Council to review deaccession recommendation • Upon approval for deaccession the artwork will be removed by TPW crews 4
REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION July 20, 2026, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 The ARTS COMMISSION convened in a REGULAR meeting on July 20, 2026 at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Chair Houston called the ARTS COMMISSION Meeting to order at 6:11 PM Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Houston, Pownall, Anderson Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Keys, Maldonado, Schmalbach, Banskota, Kracheni, Medicharla Board Members Absent: Hussaini, CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Gina Houston - Chair, Muna Hussaini - Vice Chair, Keyheira Keys, Monica Maldonado, Heidi Schmalbach, Kirtana Banskota, Bailey Pownall, Faiza Kracheni, Sharron B Anderson, Nagavalli Medicharla MEETING MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL • Piper L from Rancho Alegre spoke about their Conjunto Music Festival which was funded via an Elevate grant. They suggested that the rental period for cultural centers be expanded from six months to a year. • Hector Ordaz asked the Arts Commission to clarify and recant their recommendation to explore a possible collaboration with Coalition for Austin’s Arts & Spanish-Language Theatre for the expansion of the Latino Artist Access Program. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on June 15, 2026. The minutes from the meeting of June 15, 2026 were approved on Commissioner Schmalbach’s motion, Commissioner Houston’s second on a 7- 0 vote with Commissioner Maldonado abstaining and Hussaini. Keys absent DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Update on actions taken at the July 6th Art in Public Places Panel by Commissioner Schmalbach. The update was given by Commissioner Schmalbach A motion to take Item 13 after Item 9 passed on a 8-0 vote on Commissioner Schmalbach's motion, Commissioner Anderson’s second with Hussaini and Keys absent 3. Update on actions taken at the July 15th Downtown Commission meeting by Commissioner Houston. The update was given by Commissioner Houston STAFF BRIEFINGS 4. Staff briefing on Fiscal Sponsorships and ACME Staff Conflict of Interest policy by Morgan Messick, ACME Assistant Director, and Laura Odegaard, ACME Acting Division Manager. An update was given by Morgan Messick, ACME Assistant Director, and Laura Odegaard, ACME Division Manager. 5. Staff briefing on ACME Strategic plan by Candice Cooper, ACME Interim Chief Administrative Officer, and Marjorie Flanagan, ACME Division Manager, Cultural Education & Programs. An update was given by Candice Cooper, ACME Interim Chief Administrative Officer, and Marjorie Flanagan, …
SPECIAL CALLED MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Art in Public Places Panel may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: July Virtual Special Called Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Andrew Danziger Camille Jobe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lindsey Millikan, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Bernardo Diaz The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on July 6, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Sensory Lounge Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Rakhee Jain Desai, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Quiet Energy Space for Children Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Lucas Aoki, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission as the Deaccession Jury of Art in Public Places artwork Crosswalk on the Lake by Mery Godigna Collet and Luis R. Gutierrez. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Approve a recommendation to Arts Commission for the Spicewood Springs Corridor Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Presentation by Christine Rojek, Art in Public Places Artist, and Frederico Forte, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. …
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL Special Called Meeting Minutes The Art in Public Places Panel convened a Special Called meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, virtual Special Called meeting. Vice-Chari Lindsey Millikan called the meeting to order at 6:06 PM. Panel Members in Attendance: Vice Chair – Lindsey Millikan, Heidi Schmalbach – Arts Commission Liaison, Fatima Carbajal, Bernardo Diaz, Andrew Danziger and Camille Jobe. Panel Members Absent: Kristi-Anne Shaer – Chair. Staff in Attendance: AIPP Manager: Jaime Castillo; AIPP Coordinator Senior: Rebecca Rende, Frederico Forte, and Alex Irrera. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular Meeting on July 6, 2026. Vice-Chair Lindsey Millikan made a motion to move approval of the minutes from Art in Public Places Regular Panel Meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026, to the Art in Public Places Regular Panel Meeting on Monday, August 3, 2026, Camille Jobe seconded. Motion passes 4-0. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Sensory Lounge Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Rakhee Jain Desai, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Quiet Energy Space for Children Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Lucas Aoki, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Vice-Chair Lindsey Millikan made a motion to move Item 6, Spicewood Springs Corridor Art in Public Places Project Final Design. Arts Commissioner, Heidi Schamlbach seconded. Motion passes 6-0. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 5. 6. Approve a recommendation to the Arts Commission as the Deaccession Jury of Art in Public Places artwork Crosswalk on the Lake by Mery Godigna Collet and Luis R. Gutierrez. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Andrew made a motion to not approve the deaccession of Art in Public Places artwork Crosswalk on the Lake by Mery Godigna Collet and Luis R. Gutierrez, and provide written rationale for keeping the artwork in the Art in Public Places collection to the Arts Commission. Bernie Diaz seconded. Motion passes 6-0. Approve a recommendation to Arts …
REGULAR MEETING OF THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MONDAY, JULY 6, 2026, AT 6:00 P.M. VIRTUAL MEETING Art in Public Places Panel may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: Art in Public Places Panel: July Virtual Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, contact Art in Public Places Manager Jaime Castillo at jaime.castillo@austintexas.gov or (512) 974-7852. CURRENT PANEL MEMBERS: Kristi-Anne Shaer, Chair Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison Andrew Danziger Camille Jobe AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Lindsey Millikan, Vice Chair Fatima Carbajal Bernardo Diaz The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three- minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular meeting on June 1, 2026. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, AIPP Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from June 15, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Tunnel Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Saya Woolfalk, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. 5. 6. 7. 8. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Barbara Jordan Terminal-Tunnel Interface Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Jim Campbell, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Concourse B-Tunnel Interface Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Yvette Mayorga, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Concourse B North Marketplace Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Virginia Montgomery, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex …
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL Regular Meeting Minutes The Art in Public Places Panel convened a regular meeting on Monday, July 6, 2026, virtual regular meeting. Chari Kristi-Anne Shaer called the meeting to order at 6:03 PM. Panel Members in Attendance: Kristi-Anne Shaer – Chair, Vice Chair – Lindsey Millikan, Heidi Schmalbach – Arts Commission Liaison, Bernardo Diaz, Andrew Danziger and Camille Jobe. Panel Members Absent: Fatima Carbajal. Staff in Attendance: AIPP Manager: Jaime Castillo; AIPP Coordinator Senior: Rebecca Rende and Alex Irrera. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. The minutes of the Art in Public Places Panel Regular Meeting on June 1, 2026. Lindsey Millikan made a motion to approve of the minutes from Art in Public Places Regular Panel Meeting on Monday, June 1, 2026, Bernardo Diaz seconded. Motion passes 4-0. Arts Commissioner Heidi Schmalbach and Camille Jobe abstained. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding Art in Public Places Program, including Conservation, Current Projects and Milestones. Presentation by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager, Austin Arts, Culture, Music, and Entertainment. DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Discussion of Arts Commission Liaison Report on Action Items from June 15, 2026, Arts Commission Meeting. Presentation by Heidi Schmalbach, Arts Commission Liaison. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Tunnel Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Saya Woolfalk, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Barbara Jordan Terminal-Tunnel Interface Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Jim Campbell, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Concourse B-Tunnel Interface Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Yvette Mayorga, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Concourse B North Marketplace Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Virginia Montgomery, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. Discussion of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport High Energy Space for Children Art in Public Places Project Concept Design. Presentation by Tabria Williford, Art in Public Places Artist, and Alex Irrera, AIPP Coordinator Senior, Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 9. Approve a …
REGULAR MEETING of the ARTS COMMISSION June 15, 2026, at 6:00 PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001. 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the ARTS COMMISSION may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn- live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than Noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Jesús Varela at Austin Arts, Culture, Music and Entertainment (ACME), at jesus.varela@austintexas.gov or at 512-974-2444. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Gina Houston - Chair, Muna Hussaini - Vice Chair, Keyheira Keys, Monica Maldonado, Felipe Garza, Heidi Schmalbach, Kirtana Banskota, Bailey Pownall, Faiza Kracheni, Sharron B Anderson, Nagavalli Medicharla AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Arts Commission Regular Meeting on May 18, 2026. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Dr. Claudia Zapata on the Artist in Residence Program offered by ACME and Transportation and Public Works (TPW) titled “Memorias Project 2026: An Immersive Art Experience Based on Austin's Mexican American Communities.” 3. Update on actions taken at the June 1st Art in Public Places Panel by Commissioner Schmalbach. 4. Update on actions taken at the May 20th Downtown Commission meeting by Commissioner Houston. 5. Explore a Special Called joint meeting with the Music Commission. 6. Discussion on organizations possibly receiving duplicate ACME awards. 7. Discussion on stipends amounts at City owned galleries. STAFF BRIEFINGS 8. Staff briefing regarding an update on the Hotel Occupancy Tax by Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor. 9. Staff briefing regarding update on the Cultural Arts Funding Programs by Jesús Pantel, Cultural Funding Supervisor. 10. Staff briefing regarding an update on the ACME Funding Programs by Laura Odegaard, Acting Division Manager, ACME. 11. Staff briefing regarding an update on Art in Public Places by Jaime Castillo, Art in Public Places Manager. 12. Staff briefing regarding an update on ACME Museums and Cultural Facilities by Marjorie Flanagan, Division Manager and Michelle Rojas, Acting …
