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Port Townsend Art Commission Meeting Agenda
October 2, 2025, | 3:00 p.m. | In-person and Remote Meeting
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A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Approval of Agenda
D. Approval of Minutes: September 4, 2025
E. Public Comment (3 minutes per person)
Committee Business
1. Chair Update (5 mins)
2. Treasurer Update (5 mins)
3. Staff Update (10 mins)
Creative District Update
Raccoon Lodge Update
F. Committee Updates and 2025 Program Discussion (90 min)
Public Art
1% for the Arts Municipal Code Status
Report from Steve King, Public Works Director
Poet Laureate
Selection Announcement
Next Steps
Art Awards
Updated Program Overview for Review
Grants
Video Project Update
Committee Report and Recommendations
G. Set Agenda for Next Meeting
H. Next Scheduled Meeting November 6, 2025
I. Adjourn
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City of Port Townsend Arts Commission (PTAC)
2025 Meeting Schedule
City of Port Townsend Arts Commission Mission Statement
The Arts Commission's mission as an appointed City Commission is to facilitate public arts
programs that enhance the cultural life of community residents.
Overview
This document is a flexible summary of the annual approach to PTAC meetings in 2025 and the
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development of the PTAC budget. PTAC meets on 1 Thursdays, from 3:00-5:00PM. The development of
the PTAC budget is part of the development of the City of Port Townsend budget, and resides in the
General Fund, as approved by City Council each year. This process begins nearly six months before the
start of the subsequent year and includes state-mandated statutory milestones and deadlines.
1. January – Program Planning Part 1: Grant Criteria and Poet Laureate
Discussion of grant program specifics, including application, criteria, and any marketing or public
education opportunities. Discussion of Poet Laureate Program and jury process for 2026-2027.
2. February – Program Planning Part 2: Annual Arts Awards and Public Art
Discussion of Arts Awards with roles and deadlines. Discussion of agency partners and arts
connections, including Creative District and Arts & Culture Plan, and Public Art maintenance
planning and coordination with City staff. Invitation to Public Works Director to discuss possible
1% eligible projects in 6-year Capital Facilities Plan.
3. March – Quarterly Grant Funding
4. April – Communications and Poet Laureate Jury.
PTAC engages in a discussion of City communications and how to participate in covering funded
events, updating the website, and promoting the work of PTAC. Finalize Poet Laureate jury
selection and RFP for Poet Laureate nominations.
5. May – Workplan Strategic Session.
PTAC receives a call from Mayor/City Manager to PTAC (and all City advisory boards) for
workplan items and preliminary budget request. PTAC reviews progress on the 2025 workplan,
strategizes on multi-year initiatives and the 2026 workplan, and considers priorities for next
fiscal year in order to suggest a preliminary PTAC workplan.
6. June – Quarterly Grant Funding
7. July – Mid Year Review and Budget Strategic Session
PTAC discusses all 2025 programs and makes mid-year assessments. Discussion on budget to
pair with workplan and submits a recommendation to staff and City Council in advance of a
decision on the preliminary City budget. (City Council may choose to approve/incorporate or
may send the recommendation back to PTAC for further discussion). Poet Laureate jury process
and selection occurs in this time frame.
8. August – 2026 Art Awards Planning Workshop; evaluation/jurying tools for Poet Laureate and
Grants and workplan details
9. September – Quarterly Grant Funding
10. October – Poet Laureate selection ratified; review of 2025 grants program changes in relation to
2025 workplan goals
11. November – Visit with new Poet Laureate; Public Art Plan update and 2026 objectives
12. December – Annual Review. PTAC reviews the 2025 workplan, reviews 2025 granting data and
budget expenditures, plans annual meeting schedule and 2026 grant deadlines, and ties up
loose ends in discussion.
Minutes of the Port TownsendRegular Session ArtsCommission Meeting ofSeptember 4, 2025
LOCATION:In-person at City Council Chambers and Remote
MEMBERS’PRESENT:Alexis Arrabito,Joshua Saunders, Sheena Uritz, Dan Groussmanand Joe Gillard. Heidi Tullmann was
excused. Simon Lynge was absent.
STAFFPRESENT:Arts & Culture Coordinator Katy Goodman, andDeputy City Clerk Lonnie Mickle
Board Liaison: Ben Thomas
Community Members:Davy Mack-Hazelwood, Kelsey Caudebec, Margie McDonald, Michele Soderstorm, Denise Winter, Michelle
Cesmat, Judith-Kate Friedman, Christopher Bricker
TopicMotions/Recommendation/Action
Call to Order Chair Alexis Arrabito called the meeting to order at 3:04pm.
Approval of Agenda Joshua Saunders moved to approve the agenda. Sheena
Uritz seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Approval of Minutes forAugust 7, 2025 Dan Groussman moved to accept the minutes. Joshua
Saunders seconded. Motion passed unanimously.
Public Comment None
Grant Funding The Commissioners and Applicants discussed grant
applications. Joe Gillardmoved to fund all applicants and
Joshua Saunderssecond. The Commissioners voted 4 to 1
tofund as follows: Applied Education Foundation $995.00,
Key City Players $1,650.00, KPTZ Radio $ 500.00,
Mythsinger Lagacy Project $1,200.00, Port Townsend
Artscape $ 1,030.00, Songwriting Work Educational
Foundation $ 500.00, Tom Fenollsa $ 2,075.00, Davy Mack-
Hazelwood $1,200.00, and Jefferson County Historic
Society $750.00. Commissioner Dan Groussmanopposed
the vote. Motion passed.
Chair Update Chair Alexis Arrabitodiscussed the artworkdedicated to
Elenor Stopps.
Treasure Update Joe Gillard gave an update on the budget.
Staff Update Katy Goodmangave an updateon the training for the Open
Public Meeting Act, Public works Director Steve King’s
future visit to discuss the 1%code changes, and the Kevin
TopicMotions/Recommendation/Action
Mason Contract.
Committee Updates
Katy Goodman gave an updateon the applications for Poet
Laureate, the event at the library with the current Poet
Laureate, the plans for the introduction of the new Poet
Laureate during the tree lighting ceremony,
Public Art Commissioners Groussmanand Saundersdiscussed the
relocation of theboundary Marker for Puget Sound Siteand
the artist, Sara Mall Johani. There was a request to research
the origin story of Mary Lou Cinellipoemslocated in the city.
Arts Awards Katy Goodman gave an updateon the 1% code revision for
the arts, the art and public places policy and the progress on
the arts awardsprogram.
Correspondence The Commissioners discussed the letter from poet Lindsey
Wayland
Set Agenda for Next Meeting Business Meeting.
Next Scheduled Meeting November 6, 2025.
Adjourn This meeting adjourned at 5:02pm
UNDER REVIEW BY LEGAL
Current Code:
3.50.010 Purpose and policy.
A. The city of Port Townsend accepts the responsibility for expanding public experience
throughout the broad spectrum of the arts by providing local and cultural artistic services
and programs to its citizens. Artists capable of creating for the public in the fields of
visual, written and performing arts should be encouraged, and such is hereby declared
to be the policy of the city of Port Townsend.
B. In harmony with this policy it should be the policy of the city to require that visual art
be included in any city public works project, where applicable, and that a portion of the
cost of such project, where applicable, be allocated for the acquisitionof visual art.
C. It shall also be the policy of the city to provide an annual allocation from the city’s
general revenues to a municipal arts fund or programs of the city for the purposes
enumerated in this chapter.
D. Public art shall not be inconsistent with the city’s comprehensive plan goals and
purposes, zoning and subdivision ordinances, and land uses contemplated therein.
E. Public visual art consisting of natural materials and requiring little or no maintenance,
and which are appropriate in size, color and configuration for their location, will be
preferred.
F. Whenever appropriate, public art by artists with local or regional emphasis and
backgrounds will be given priority. (Ord. 2866 § 1, 2004).
New 3.50.010 Purpose and policy Section:
A. The city of Port Townsend is committed to expanding public experience by advancing
awareness of, and interest in, the arts, in connection with the artistic and cultural development
of the city.
B. In alignment with this policy, the city encourages artwork to be incorporated into city
capital projects, as defined herein, and that a portion of the project's cost be allocated for the
acquisition of public art, the upkeep of public art owned by the City, the replacement of public
art at the end of its useful life, or the promotion and implementation of art programming.
3.50.020 Definitions.
A. “Commission” means the Port Townsend arts commission.
B. “Municipal construction project” means any project paid for wholly or in part by the
city of Port Townsend to construct or remodel any building, decorative or
commemorative structure, park, street, sidewalk, or any substantial portion thereof
within the limits of the city of Port Townsend. “Municipal construction project” for
purposes of this chapter shall not include: above ground utility projects (unless specially
determined by the city council), below ground utility projects, routine maintenance, the
repair of existing public facilities, or the replacement of fixtures in such facilities. (Ord.
2866 § 1, 2004).
New 3.50.020 Definitions Section:
A. “Commission” means the Port Townsend arts commission.
B. A “capital project” is defined as any project paid for wholly or in part by the City of Port
Townsend to construct or remodel any building, structure, park, street, sidewalk,
parking facility, or utility, or any portion thereof, including permanent fixtures to any
building within the jurisdiction of the City of Port Townsend. However, the purchase of
land, local improvement district projects including the City’s participation in any such
district, maintenance, repair, and operation, and the purchase of equipment are not
considered capital projects.
3.50.030 Source of funds for municipal construction projects.
A. For each municipal construction project as defined in PTMC 3.50.020, the city council
states its intent to place in the construction budget an amount equal to one percent of
the project’s capitalized costs to the city for placement of an artwork or works as part of
the construction project, subject to the provisions and processes set forth in this
chapter. The city’s contributions to the project pursuant to this chapter shall be funded
from the city’s current expense fund.
B. For purposes of determining the amount to place in the construction budget for public
art, the project’s capitalized costs to the city shall include:
1. All capitalized amounts estimated to be paid by the city to third parties in
connection with the project including, but not limited to, amounts estimated to be
paid on contracts relating to the project, but not including: sales tax, consultant
fees, or fees or charges related to preparing plans, specifications or engineering
incurred in connection with the project, or capitalized project costs of city staff time
spent on the project.
2. In computing the amount to place in the public art account, the project’s
capitalized costs to the city shall not include any portion of the project’s cost which
is not funded by the city, unless the noncity funding allows funding to be used for
public art for the project.
3. The city’s contributions to the public art account pursuant to this chapter may
include developer art contributions if the contributions have been approved by the
designated agency.
4. In the event any law, rule or regulation establishing a source of funds for a
project prohibits, limits or excludes art as a proper expenditure of funds on the part
of any other entity participating in the cost of the project, then the amount of funds
acquired from such source shall be limited or excluded to the extent required by law
in computing the amount to include in the authorization or appropriation for the
project and to place in the cultural resources subfund.
5. Funds authorized or appropriated pursuant to this chapter in connection with
public art for a project, but not spent on that project, shall be returned to the general
fund, or otherwise as required by contract or law, or as directed by council. (Ord.
2866 § 1, 2004).
New 3.50.030 Source of funds for municipal construction projects Section:
All monies required by this section shall be deposited into the Municipal Arts Fund from which
the Arts Commission shall create an annual budget to present to the City Council to review and
recommend for incorporation into the City’s annual budget approval process. All City
departments shall deposit into the Municipal Arts Fund, out of any monies appropriated for any
capital project an amount equal to one percent (1%) of the appropriation for the administration
of the Public Art Program, excluding any funds from state or federal sources which are
ineligible to be used in conjunction with Public Art Fund programs. One percent (1%) of the
funds from multiple City capital projects may be accumulated in the Public Art Fund for the
purposes as defined by separate resolution of the City Council.
Only those capital projects exceeding the sum of seventy-five thousand dollars ($75,000) will be
subject to the provisions of this section. At such time as the total capital project expenditure of
any individual project exceeds seventy-five thousand dollars ($75,000), the one percent (1%)
provided herein of all such monies expended for that capital project shall be paid into the
Public Art Fund as follows: one percent (1%) of the construction contract award, excluding
funds from restricted sources including the Transportation Benefit District and the Olympic
Gravity Water System, and excluding any funds from state or federal sources which are
ineligible to be used in conjunction with public art fund programs, including additive change
orders or other alterations to the contract, will be placed into the fund. Washington State sales
tax, design fees, furnishings, and administrative expenditures will not be included as part of the
capital project expenditure.
3.50.040 General revenues to the municipal arts fund.
In addition to such funds as may be appropriated for municipal construction projects, the
city council states its intent to fund as part of the annual budget an appropriation to the
municipal arts fund or other arts programs for the purposes enumerated in this chapter.
(Ord. 2866 § 1, 2004).
New 3.50.040 General revenues to the municipal arts fund Section:
In addition to funds as may be appropriated for municipal construction projects, the city
council shall allocate an appropriation to the Municipal Arts Fund or other arts programs
for the purposes enumerated in this chapter.
3.50.050 Arts commission responsibilities – Process.
A. The commission shall make an annual review of all capital improvement projects as
part of the annual budget process in order to make its recommendation to the city
council as to which projects are subject to funding under the provisions of this chapter.
In addition, the commission shall review and make recommendation on projects at the
direction of the city manager other than during the annual review of capital improvement
projects as deemed appropriate by the city council or city manager. Their review and
recommendation shall be undertaken in accordance with the following procedure:
1. The commission shall meet with representatives of the city staff as designated by
the city manager in order to review proposed capital improvement projects and to
determine which projects are municipal construction projects subject to funding
under the provisions of this chapter. Such review shall take place in advance of the
preparation of the city manager’s budget report to the city council in order that the
recommendations of the commission may be considered by the city manager in the
preparation of his or her budget report, and at other times as deemed appropriate
by the city council or city manager. The target shall be one percent of eligible
capital costs of municipal construction projects.
2. The city council shall review as a part of its budget review, and at other times as
it deems appropriate, the projects and the estimated expenditures proposed for
funding. The city council retains its discretion to determine whether or not it is
appropriate for such funding to be incorporated as a part of the budget and shall fix
at the date the budget is approved the estimated expenditures for public art to be
funded in accordance with the provisions of this chapter and also shall determine
the level of general revenue funding to the municipal arts fund for the general
purposes set forth in this chapter.
3. The city council determines to establish the level of funding at such time as
substantial construction plans for municipal construction projects have been
prepared and approved by the city council; provided, the city council, in its sole
discretion, may choose to limit or eliminate funding in the event of a significant
budget overrun for a particular project, if it believes such action to be in the public
interest.
B. The commission shall be responsible for working with the city manager (or
designated staff) to recommend to the city council the method of selection for
commissioning of artists, for reviewing the design of, execution and placement of, and
acceptance of works of visual art funded by this chapter, subject to final approval by the
city council.
C. The commission shall have such other duties and responsibilities as the city council
may assign by resolution or other council action. (Ord. 2866 § 1, 2004).
Arts 3.50.050 Arts commission responsibilities – Process Section:
The Port Townsend Arts Commission shall follow any policies related to public art to make
decisions regarding what types of visual public art shall be purchased, what types of artists shall
be eligible for contracts, and processes for accessioning, maintaining, and de-accessioning
public visual art. The Port Townsend Arts Commission shall also adhere to any policies related
to the promotion of and encouragement for public art programming.
3.50.060 Public arts projects – City council approval.
The city council specifically reserves to itself final decision-making authority regarding
the funding, purchase, erection, siting and installation of works of public art; provided,
nothing prevents the city manager authorizing temporary (not to exceed oneyear)
placement of works of public art. The city council indicates its intention to use a
selection process and public process which incorporates members of the city’s arts
commission, and which provides opportunity to citizens to comment on any aspect of
funding, purchase, erection, siting and installation of works of public art.
For public art proposed for installation in an area subject to design review, the city
council will process the installation through the city’s design review processes.
Once installed, artwork is solely owned and maintained by the city. City council has final
authority to relocate, remove, or destroy artwork, following recommendation from the
arts commission. Loaned art may be accepted by the city manager for a period not to
exceed one year, and by the city council for a period not to exceed two years. (Ord.
2874 § 1, 2004; Ord. 2866 § 1, 2004).
New 3.50.060 Public arts projects – City council approval Section:
Public Art Fund monies shall not be expended without the prior approval of the City Council.
Nothing in this section shall limit the amount of money the City Port Townsend may expend for
art, art programming, and administration of arts initiatives.
3.50.070 Municipal arts fund created.
There is hereby created a special fund entitled the “municipal arts fund” into which all
funds shall be paid that are received by the city from whatever source for the purpose of
providing for the advancement of local cultural and artistic programs and services within
the city, including federal, state or other funds to which the city may be entitled now or in
the future, other funds as the city may from time to time transfer into said fund, and
revenues from performances or projects sponsored by the arts commission. Funds
earmarked for funding public art for construction projects need not be placed in the
municipal arts fund, but may remain part of the project construction budget. (Ord. 2866
§ 1, 2004).
New 3.50.070 Municipal arts fund created Section:
N/A already exists??
2026 Port Townsend Art Awards Outline and Info for PTAC
October 2025
DRAFT Action Plan & Timeline
Target Ceremony Date:Friday, February 27, 2026
Commission Meeting Dates: Oct. 2, Nov. 6, Dec. 4, Jan. 8, Feb. 5
Phase 1: Approval & Infrastructure (Now –Oct. 15)
By Oct. 2 (Full Commission Meeting):
Vote to adopt the re-envisioned framework (hybrid categories, rubric, transparent
process).
Confirm that the Arts Awards Committee will carry out prep work, with all final
decisions brought back to the full commission for a vote.
• Assign leads:
Nominations & Rubric –Drafted by Committee
Communications - Draftedby Committee
Event Logistics – Staff with committee support
Archive/Legacy - Staff with committee support
By Oct. 15 (Committee):
• Finalize nomination form (draft included for commission review)
• Finalize rubric scoring sheet (draft included for commission)
• Draft press release/announcement language
Phase 2: Public Call for Nominations (Oct. 16 – Dec. 31)
Oct. 16 (Committee + Staff):
Launch call for nominations.
Push through city website, press release, social media, partner networks.
Include rubric in call for transparency.
By Nov. 6 (Full Commission Meeting):
Committee reports on nominations received so far.
Full commission discusses outreach gaps, suggests adjustments.
Dec. 31: Close nominations.
Phase 3: Review & Selection (Dec. 31 – February 5)
January 8 (Full Commission Meeting):
Preview number of nominees
Review scoring rubric and process
January 8-15
Staff compiles nominations into review packets for commissioners.
All commissioners score individually; scores compiled by Staff.
Phase 4: Ceremony Planning (Jan. – Feb.)
By Feb. 5 (Full Commission Meeting):
Confirm honorees
Approve ceremony details (venue, program, presenters).
Feb. 10 (Committee + Staff): Public announcement of awardees.
Feb. 15: Finalize scripts, speeches, slides.
Feb. 20: Media outreach and press kits.
Phase 5: Ceremony & Legacy (February-March)
February 27: Ceremony & reception.
March 5 (Full Commission Meeting):
Debrief: successes and areas for improvement.
Approve additions to online “Hall of Fame.”
March 15 (Committee + Staff):
Publish digital archive with photos, bios, and awardee statements.
DRAFT Scoring Rubric
Artistic Excellence (25%): originality, mastery, recognition.
Shows continued success
Community Impact (30%): how many people are touched, how deep thecontribution
goes, accessibility.
Promotes tourism/culturalism
Tangible connection to local arts community
Alignment with Civic Values (20%): does it advance what the city says it wants for arts +
culture?
Represent broad array of Arts community: performance, music,
supporters/advocates, visual
Strong nomination materials
Is submitted by the deadline
Equity & Inclusion (15%): does it expand access, represent marginalized voices, or break
down barriers?
Fosters education
Publicly nominated
Distinction & Legacy (10%): will this contribution resonate beyond themoment?
“Uniquely PT/EJC”
Very Good
ExcellentGoodFair SCORE
POSSIBLE
TOTAL
Artistic Excellence 25
20-25 13-19 7-12 0-6
Community Impact
23-30 15-22 7-14 0-7
30
Alignment with Civic
16-20 11-15 4-10 0-4
20
Values
Equity & Inclusion 12-15 8-114-70-3 15
Distinction & Legacy 8-10 5-72-50-2 10
Total 100
DRAFT Nomination Information
Do you know someone in the community that has made a difference through the arts in our
community this year? If so, consider nominating them for a Port Townsend Art Award! The
Port Townsend Art Awards honor notable works of art, artistic achievements and arts
events, and celebrate those who have contributed to the arts in Port Townsend and East
Jefferson County. Award winners are chosen based on nominations submitted by
community members.
Please take this opportunity to nominate individuals that you feel exemplify these qualities and
have had this impact in the local arts community. Find the link to nominate individuals here:
Nominations are invited for individual artists, businesses, benefactors for the arts, arts
educators, arts supporters, notable art related events and artistic achievements from
individuals and organizations.
This is the criteria by which the Port Townsend Art Awards will be selected:
“Uniquely PT/EJC”
Shows continued success
Tangible connection to local arts community
Promotes tourism/culturalism
Fosters education
Strong nomination materials
Publicly nominated
Represent broad array of Arts community: performance, music,
supporters/advocates, visual
Is submitted by the deadline
Nomination criteria:
Only one nomination may be made per form.
The number of nominations received for each nominee has no bearing on the
selection process.
It is highly advisable to collaborate with the nominee to ensure a competitive
nomination packet.
Be sure to include all relevant details explaining your nomination.
Port Townsend Art Awards Nomination Form
Your Information
Date
Name *
Organization Name (if applicable)
Email address *
Phone number *
Mailing Address *
Nominee Information
Nominee Name(s) *
Nominee phone number
Nominee Email address *
Has nominee received a City of Port Townsend Arts Award (Angel or Patron of the Arts) in the past
Yes
No
Unknown
Which of these disciplines best fit the nominee's work? (You may choose as many as needed.)
Visual Arts
Literary Arts
Performing Arts
Culinary Arts
Craft/Maker Arts
Film/New Media Arts
Arts Supporter/Volunteer/Champion
Nomination Narrative
Please provide a brief summary of the nominee's contributions to the arts and culture of Port
Townsend and why you are nominating to receive a City Arts Award. *
This section has a character count restriction of 800 characters.
Does the nominee have a website where we can learn more about them? If so, please provide it
here:
Additional Information
If you have additional materials to support your nomination, please upload them here. This can
include, and is not limited to: resumes, pictures, videos and news articles (five files max).
Submit
Joe Gillard, Simon Lynge, Katy Goodman
Joe’s Notes: We discussed a little of the history of the reason for wanting to
address grant funding as a subcommittee.
There was agreement that one of the biggest priorities in grant funding to make
the process as easy as possible.
We briefly discussed that the funding is not required to be divided into equal
periods as it currently is, but that we can be more flexible with it.
Simon mentioned how some grant programs, for example in Denmark, enable
grant seekers to get quick (one week) turnaround for opportunities that may
arise that require quick travel plans to take advantage of the opportunity,
where they might otherwise have had to be more financially cautious and be
unable to take the opportunity. This way, even with reimbursement, they can
budget for these opportunities. We discussed whether there is a need for this in
our community, if this is something that could replicated here.
Simon’s comment led us into a discussion of whether some form of faster
turnaround (microgrants with expediency) could be handled by our commission
and what challenges might arise.
We discussed if ideas like this and others might lead into having a grant
subcommittee that is solely responsible for evaluating grants, that would then
be taken to the wider commission to vote on the recommendations.
We discussed if the “public benefit” part of the grants might be too restricting
and not represent the full scope of how art benefits the community, for
example how an individual’s art is beneficial regardless of whether they have a
specific event tied to it.
We agreed that a poll or survey of past applicants to gain insight into how we
can improve the grant process was a good idea, as well as mining any relevant
historical feedback.
We discussed additional ideas around art event calendars that could better
serve the community.
-Katy’s Notes
- Priority make process simple, clear, transparent
- Weighing repeat and larger orgs vs. Individual artists with less capacity to apply for
grants
- How to message that we take are seriously here and reflect that in process while
respecting artists’ needs and way of working (not overly
professionalizing/gatekeeping with bias towards bigger groups)
- Earmark some funds for individuals? Create more flexible/reponsive pathways?
- Trial an “emerging needs” fund
- Would a subcommittee that make recommendations to the full commission be able
to better assess and work with grantees?
- Consider a survey of past grantees to determine if/how current process could be
improved.
- When grants are open, Artist Resource Help Desk is available to support artist