Explanation
BACKGROUND:
The amendment to Code Chapter 3115.04 Columbus Art Commission is to exempt festivals and events with temporary art components that are held on city property or in the public right-or-way from Commission approval requirements. As written, Chapter 3115 requires that all art, regardless of permanence, obtain design and placement approval if it is to be located on city property or in the public right-of way (ROW). This legislation seeks to correct an unintended consequence, whereby all community festivals and events with art components that are held on City property or in the public ROW, would be required to obtain Commission approval for the design and placement of art. The Commission seeks to exclude from its approval requirements festivals and events not exceeding 14 days in duration if the art is completely removed at the event or festival's conclusion. Art for which placement is expected to exceed 14 days or remain beyond an event or festival's conclusion, will require Commission approval.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No funding is required for this legislation.
Title
To amend section 3115.04 of the Columbus City Codes, 1959, relating to approval authority of the Columbus Art Commission.
Body
WHEREAS, the Columbus Art Commission (CAC) was seated July 2007 through Mayoral appointment and Council authorization; and
WHEREAS, per Columbus Code Chapter 3115, the definition of art states, in part, that "Art" shall include all forms of art, regardless of permanence, created in any medium, material or combination thereof; and
WHEREAS, per Columbus Code Chapter 3115.04(B) Approval of Commission required states, "The design and specific location of all art, regardless of ownership, proposed for placement in, on, or over property owned or leased by the City of Columbus, shall require approval of the Commission;" and
WHEREAS, per Columbus Code Chapter 3115.04(C) Approval of Commission required states, "The des...
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