§ 4-22.10. Artist or Designer Responsibilities.

(a)

An artist/designer who desires to be selected by the City to create art for the City shall:

(1)

Submit credentials, proposals, and/or materials as directed for the consideration by the Culture Commission;

(2)

Conduct necessary research, including attending project orientations and touring project sites and meetings with the public, when possible;

(3)

When selected, execute and complete the work, or transfer title of an existing work, in a timely and professional manner;

(4)

Work closely with the project manager and/or other design professionals on commissioned projects;

(5)

Submit to the Culture Commission for review and approval any significant change in the scope of the project, color, material, design, or setting of the work;

(6)

Be responsible for all phases of the project as stipulated in the contract;

(7)

If required by contract, make a public presentation, conduct a community education workshop, or do a residency at an appropriate time and appropriate forum in the community where the art work will be placed or the project will occur; and

(8)

Be responsible for the timely and safe delivery of Art Project to appropriate destinations as determined by the Art Director.

(b)

The following warranties should be provided by artists or designers contracted by the City:

(1)

The art work or art concept is the result of the artistic efforts of the artist/designer except in the case of design collaboration;

(2)

The art is unique and original and does not infringe upon any copyright;

(3)

The art or a duplicate has not been accepted for sale elsewhere;

(4)

The art is free and clear of any liens;

(5)

The execution and fabrication of the art will be performed in a professional manner in keeping with the laws of the State of California especially regarding safety and environmental issues;

(6)

The art as fabricated and installed will be free of defects in material and craftsmanship, including any defects consisting qualities which cause or accelerate deterioration;

(7)

Reasonable maintenance of the art will not require procedures substantially in excess of those described in the maintenance instructions submitted by the artist; and

(8)

The artist/designer maintains a valid business license and conducts business according to the laws of the state of California.

(Ord. No. 3617-C.S., § 1, effective 6-12-15)