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HomeMy WebLinkAbout050726 Arts Commission Packet Port Townsend Art Commission Meeting Agenda May 7, 2026, | 3:00p.m. | In-person and Remote Meeting nd The meeting will be held in Council Chambers on the 2 floor of the Historic City Hall. The entrance is the first door on Madison Street, which opens to the elevator. Attend in person or virtually via computer or tablet at https://zoom.us/j/98925253431?pwd=Npd9zmvb2wR4qnSIbcKgpPKxIb1K9h.1 Webinar ID# 989 2525 3431 Join by phone, please use number 253-215-8782, and meeting id number 98925253431# Submit public comment emails to be included in the meeting record to: https://publiccomment.fillout.com/cityofpt A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Approval of Agenda D. Approval of Minutes – April 2, 2026 E. Public Comment (3 minutes per person) Committee Business F. Vice Chair Update a. Welcome New and Reappointed members! b. Election of New Chairperson G. Treasurer Update H. Staff Update I. Street Painting Proposal Review and Recommendation to Council J. Workgroup updates a. Public Art Committee i. Maintenance Guide b. Grants i. Grant Rubric Proposal c. Art Awards i. 2027 Workgroup and Launch K. 2027 Workplan Discussion a. 2026 Budget and Priorities L. Correspondence M. Set Agenda for Next Meeting a. Grant Review N. Next Scheduled Meeting June 4, 2026 O. Adjourn Americans with Disabilities Act In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring accommodation for this meeting should notify the City Clerk’s Office at least 24 hours prior to the meeting at (360) 379-5083. Minutes of the Port Townsend Special Session Arts Commission Meeting of April2, 2026 LOCATION: In-person at City Council Chambers and Remote MEMBERS’ PRESENT: Alexis Arrabito, Joshua Saunders, Dan Groussman, Doug Caskey, Christine WalshRogers, and Melanie Muszynski. Heidi Tullmann, Sheena Uritz,and Simon Lyngewere absent. STAFF PRESENT:Arts & Culture Coordinator Katy Goodman, and Deputy City Clerk Lonnie Mickle Board Liaison: Libby Wennstrom Community Members:Port Townsend Poet Laureate, Rufina C. Garay 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. Doug Caskey seconded. The agenda was approved unanimously. Approval of Minutes for March5, 2026 Doug Caskey moved to approve the minutesfrom March 5, 2026. Joshua Saundersseconded. The minutes were approved unanimously. Public Comment Rufina C. Garay used this time to givean update on the work she is doing as the Port Townsend Poet Laureateand read the poem, “Out in the Wild.” There was a discussion about the Poet Laureate with staff and the Commissioners. Therewas no Public Comment for this meeting Committee Business Chair Alexis Arrabitomentioned poetry month and Chair Update supporting local arts and the impact on theresidents. Treasurer Update Katie Goodman and Melanie Muszynskigave a treasurer update. Commissioners and staff discussed grants recipients’ insurance. Staff Update Arts & Culture Coordinator Katy Goodmangave staff updates. Discussion ensuedabout the street art exhibitions, thecall forskate park artists, the Arts in Public policy, 1% for the arts, the city’s Creative District, ArtsWA grant,and the Historic Preservation Society code for murals. Workgroupupdate The members of the workgroupdiscussed grant rubrics, grant’s distribution, grant events, and underrepresented groups. The Commissioners and staff discussed the most TopicMotions/Recommendation/Action important criteria for granting grants for each membersuch as artisticmerit, public benefit, underservedpopulations, retirees, variety of artistsand community impact. Discussion ensuedabout the information from grant applicants, streamlining the applications, longer meetings, more time to reviewapplications,a summary on applications,other options for grant meetingsand the foundation for future success. Set Agenda for Next Meeting BusinessMeeting. Next Scheduled Meeting May 7, 2026. Adjourn This meeting adjourned at 5:00pm. City of Port Townsend Arts Commission (PTAC) 2026 Meeting Schedule - Proposed City of Port Townsend Arts Commission Mission Statement Uif!Bsut!Dpnnjttjpo(t!njttjpo!bt!bo!bqqpjoufe!Djuz!Dpnnjttjpo!jt!up!gbdjmjubuf!qvcmjd!bsut! qsphsbnt!uibu!foibodf!uif!dvmuvsbm!mjgf!pg!dpnnvojuz!sftjefout/! Overview This document is a flexible summary of the annual approach to PTAC meetings in 2026 and the st 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, with contributions 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: 2026 Grant Criteria & Art Awards Discussion of grant program specifics, including application, criteria, and any marketing or public education opportunities. 2. February Program Planning Part 2: Annual Arts Awards and Public Art Confirm Art Award winners and plans for ceremony. Discuss revisions/updates to Public Art Plan Policies and Procedures. 3. March Quarterly Grant Funding; Launch 2027 Art Award Nominations 4. April Poet Laureate Visit and Mural Policy Visit and update with Poet Laureate. Mural policy updates and review. 5. May Workplan Strategic Session PTAC receives request from Mayor/City Manager to PTAC (and all City advisory boards) for workplan items and preliminary budget request. PTAC reviews progress on the 2026 workplan, strategizes on multi-year initiatives and the 2027 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 2026 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). 8. August PTAC Operations and Development Review internal processes, brand identity, recruitment, etc; Refresh on OPMA Rules 9. September Quarterly Grant Funding 10. October Poet Laureate Visit, Art Awards and 2027 Grant Planning Visit and update with Poet Laureate. Art Award nominations status and planning for 2027 Ceremony; 2027 grant deadlines and updates to grants program 11. November 1% for the Arts and Public Art Plan Review Invitation to Public Works Director to discuss possible 1% eligible projects in Capital Facilities Plan. Annual review of Public Art Plan. 12. December Annual Review. PTAC reviews the 2026 workplan, reviews 2026 granting data and budget expenditures, plans annual meeting schedule, and ties up loose ends in discussion. Board and Commission Priorities 2026 - Policy Recommendations to Council: 1. Artistic Mural code recommendation to Council 2. Update of Art in Public Places Policies and Procedures recommendation to Council 3. 1% for the Arts status update and possible projects ARTS COMMISSION (9 max.) Council Liaison: Libby Wennstrom Meets 3:00pm 1st Thursday at City Hall Pos. Name Exp. Simon Lynge 5/1/29 1 Dana Nelson 5/1/29 2 Melanie 5/1/29 3 Muszynski Heidi Tullman 5/1/27 4 Joshua Saunders 5/1/28 5 6 Sheena Uritz 5/1/28 Christine Walsh 5/1/27 7 Rogers Dan Groussman 5/1/28 8 Doug Caskey 5/1/27 9 2026 Workplan Port Townsend Arts Commission ! Uif!Bsut!Dpnnjttjpo!gbdjmjubuft!qvcmjd!bsut!qsphsbnt!uibu!foibodf!uif! dvmuvsbm!mjgf!pg!dpnnvojuz!sftjefout/! PTAC 2026 Workplan - Enact next steps to update the1% for Art program and City code, so that this mechanism can be truly effective in funding public art projects year over year, establishing PT as a city where public art thrives and can be enjoyed by all. - Protect and expand -enriching public art now and into the future. Use the 2025 Public Art plan to support maintenance, enhancement, and promotion of - Continue and grow our programs, including but not limited to, the Poet Laureate initiative, Arts Awards, and Grants, as well as leveraging new resources and partnerships to make measurable progress towards goals set forth in the Port Townsend Creative District Arts & Culture Plan. City PTAC Budget 2026 as of 4/27/26 ItemBudgetExpendedRemainderNOTES Programs Grants to Artists $ 30,000.00 $ 13,500.00 $ 16,500.00 Stipend for year 1 Poet Laureate $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 $ - For poet laureate program projects $ 2,000.00 $ 1,300.00 $ 700.00 TBD Public Art $ - TBD 1% for Public Art $ - Art Awards $ 7,500.00 $ 3,084.05 $ 4,415.95 $ - TBD Marketing $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00 TBD Print / Web Publication $ - $ - Creative Assets $ - Photo/Video $ 6,500.00 $ 6,500.00 $ - Grantee videos for artist and city use $ - Application Software$ 100.00$ 100.00Fillout $ - $ 22,815.95 TOTAL$ 48,800.00$ 25,984.05 Correspondence received by City Council April 7, 2026 From: Libby Wennstrom <lwennstrom@cityofpt.us> Sent: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 10:04 PM To: Katy Goodman <kgoodman@cityofpt.us> Subject: Fwd: Comments on Mural Proposal Libby Urner Wennstrom | City Councilor City of Port Townsend | www.cityofpt.us | lwennstrom@cityofpt.us 250 Madison St. , Port Townsend, WA 98368 P:(360) 379-2980 |F:(360) 385-4290 Begin forwarded message: From: "J. Luke Scott" <luke@jlukescott.com> Date: April 16, 2026 at 3:01:26 PM PDT To: CityCouncil <citycouncil@cityofpt.us> Subject: Comments on Mural Proposal CAUTION: External Email Hello, I just read Jason Serinus' column in the Leader from last week (4/8) in which he announced his plan to gather support for a mural and rainbow crosswalk on Lawrence Street. While I definitely do not agree with all of Jason's viewpoints, I do value his opinion, his weekly column and his stance in life. And I also do realize that we are a peaceful, generally liberal, left-leaning city. I would even say more than that: we are uniquely, truly a "community" at a time when that is rare. So I understand the motivation and reasoning behind this kind of public celebration. However, there is a flip side. We are truly a community specifically because we care about each other as neighbors, not as fellow ideologues, or as people who vote in lock step with ourselves. We all have friends who vote left and friends who vote right. We all have friends who back the LGBT (etc) causes and friends who are adamant about the second amendment. In other words, we are not a leftist community, or a gay community, or an artist community; we are a Community. And so I think that a rainbow sidewalk in the central gathering point for locals would send more of a partisan, dogmatic and ideological message than the one of community and inclusion that Jason has in mind. I do not want a rainbow sidewalk in Uptown, or anywhere in Port Townsend. I cannot put support behind this project and I would hope that we can find truly inclusive, non- partisan ways of being a neighbor-oriented community, rather than overtly partisan displays of the moral code of one of our subcultures. Thank you for your consideration, Luke Scott / Port Townsend Public Art Maintenance Plan and Instructions Collection Inventory and Locations (as of 2026) Artwork LocationDepartment 2026 Maintenance Needed? Salish Sea Circle Pope Marine Park PARKS YES Boundary Marker for Adams Street Park PARKS DONE Puget Sound Great Blue 600 Block of Tyler PARKS YES Street Milestones F Street PARKS NO Chief Chetzemoka Golf Park PARKS NO Courting Pigeon 400 Block of Water PARKS NO GuillemotsStreet City Hall Railing City Hall FACILITIES NO Leafwing Larry Scott Trail PARKS NO south of Boat Haven Galatea Haller Fountain, PARKS NO Washington and Taylor Streets Kah Tai Tiles Kah Tai Lagoon Park PARKS NO For Willene 2400 Block of PARKS NO Jefferson Street Quimper Coho Port Townsend Public FACILITIES NO Library Two Cats from Port Townsend Public PARKS NO Clinton Library Blue Heron Haines Place Park PARKS NO Weathervane and Ride ΐ Annual Procedure Each March, the Public Art Committee will do an assessment to determine what works needs attention, and forward requests and maintenance instructions to relevant City departments. City artwork not officially in the Public Art Collection will not be part of this plan. Assessment also does not include landscaping or ROW maintenance. Public Art Maintenance Toolkit Items (*for basic maintenance; see individual items for special circumstances like graffiti, corrosion, etc.) Salish Sea Circle Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do on a warm day) Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges Boundary Marker for Prosoco Sure Klean Siloxane PD Long-Lasting Pre-Diluted Water Puget Sound Repellent Shoeshine Brush Soft Cloth Mild Detergent Soap Great Blue Soft rags Mild non-detergent, not abrasive soap Hose and nozzle Step ladder Milestones Soft rags Mild non-detergent, not abrasive soap Hose and nozzle household chlorine bleach diluted one cup per gallon of water sponges Chief Chetzemoka Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do on a warm day) Α Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges Courting Pigeon Soft rags Guillemots Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do on a warm day) Wet clothes and sponges City Hall Railing Soft cloths Soft brush Leafwing Hose and nozzle Galatea Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do on a warm day) Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges Kah Tai Tiles Soft rags Detergent, soap or commercial glass cleaner Hose and nozzle household chlorine bleach diluted one cup per gallon of water For Willene Hose and nozzle Quimper Coho Soft cloths Soft brush Two Cats from Soft rags Clinton Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do on a warm day) Wet clothes and sponges Blue Heron Soft rags Β Weathervane Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do on a warm day) Manlift Wet clothes and sponges Departments should contact PTAC for budget or materialrequests for the maintenance of the Public Art Collection. Contents Page 5: Salish Sea Circle Page 6: Boundary Marker for Puget Sound Page 7: Great Blue Page 8: Milestones Page 9: Chief Chetzemoka Page 10: Courting Pigeon Guillemots Page 11: City Hall Railing Page 12: Leafwing Page 13: Galatea Page 14: Kah Tai Tiles Page 15: For Willene Page 16: Quimper Coho Page 17: Two Cats from Clinton Page 18: Blue Heron Weathervane Γ Salish Sea Circle Instructions: The piece is made of bronze. The video below shows how to clean and care for it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCw_SuOqTmk Hose off accumulated dust, bird droppings, salts from ice control, and other materials with warm water and a rag. Use an old credit card to scrape off any white oxidation and WD-40 to remove tape or glue. Wash thoroughly before renewing wax coating. Renew a wax coating at least once a year. Wax on a warm day or heat sculpture with a blow torch first. Wax with soft cloth, similar to waxing a car. Spray generously with AR-19 Silicon Spray and rub all over with soft cloth. Materials list: Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Carnauba Wax) Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do maintenance on warm day) Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges DO NOT USE Brasso, Ajax, or any other commercial cleaning product. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not apply any protective coatings other than renewal applications of the specified wax and silicone sealant. NO CAR WAX NO ABRASIVES Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits to slightly dissolve the wax coating that is under the graffiti. Rewax using the procedure above. Notes Takes about 45 minutes for a team of 2-3 people. Δ Boundary Marker for Puget Sound Instructions: The piece is made of ferro-cement. Clean with a gentle, mild detergent scrub. If needed, when dried thoroughly, this can be followed by a quality sealant. For the bronze: Use water, buff the metal with a shoeshine brush or soft cotton cloth. Materials list: Prosoco Sure Klean Siloxane PD Long-Lasting Pre-Diluted Water Repellent Shoeshine Brush Soft Cloth Mild Detergent Soap DO NOT USE DO NOT Powerwash Do not use abrasive soaps or cleaners Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits. Test these solvents in an inconspicuous place first. If this does not work, find trained conservation personnel to perform this work. Notes Re-sited, cleaned, and sealed in early 2026 Ε Great Blue Instructions: This piece is powder-coated steel. Clean by spraying with water and cleaning with a mild, non-abrasive soap and soft cloth. Do not use forceful water spray if there are physical weaknesses, such as broken welds or raised paint. Materials list: Soft rags Mild non-detergent, not abrasive soap Hose and nozzle Step ladder If minor coating damage (note major damage requires a conservator) Rust converter (if needed) Rustoleum paint DO NOT USE DO NOT wash with a pressure washer. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not use all-purpose household cleaners. Do not use Naval Jelly on corrosion. Do not use cleaning solvents other than mineral spirits or naphtha. NO ABRASIVES Graffiti It is almost always safe to use mineral spirits and naphtha to remove some materials. Test these solvents in an inconspicuous place first. If this does not work, find trained conservation personnel to perform this work. Drainage If weep holes for drainage exist, clear them of clogging by carefully inserting a wire or stick into the holes. Ζ Η Milestones Instructions: This piece is concrete inlaid with mosaic glass and tile. Clean by spraying with water and cleaning with a mild, non-abrasive soap and soft cloth. Do not use forceful water spray if there are physical weaknesses, such as loose tile or cracked grout. Clean biological growth on grout with a sponge and household bleach (1 cup per gallon of water) and rinse thoroughly. Materials list Soft rags Mild non-detergent, not abrasive soap Hose and nozzle sponges household chlorine bleach diluted one cup per gallon of water DO NOT USE DO NOT wash with a pressure washer. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not use all-purpose household cleaners. Do not use cleaning solvents other than mineral spirits or naphtha. NO ABRASIVES Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits. Test these solvents in an inconspicuous place first. If this does not work, find trained conservation personnel to perform this work. Other things to look out for Loose grout should be reported and promptly repaired by a skilled tile contractor or sculpture conservator. Θ Chief Chetzemoka Instructions: This piece is made of bronze. Care similar to that of Salish Sea Circle can be used for its maintenance. Hose off accumulated dust, bird droppings, salts from ice control, and other materials with warm water and a rag. Use an old credit card to scrape off any white oxidation and WD-40 to remove tape or glue. Wash thoroughly before renewing wax coating. Renew a wax coating at least once a year. Wax on a warm day or heat sculpture with a blow torch first. Wax with soft cloth, similar to waxing a car. Spray generously with AR-19 Silicon Spray and rub all over with soft cloth. Materials list Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do maintenance on warm day) Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges DO NOT USE Brasso, Ajax, or any other commercial cleaning product. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not apply any protective coatings other than renewal applications of the specified wax and silicone sealant. NO CAR WAX NO ABRASIVES Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits to slightly dissolve the wax coating that is under the graffiti. Rewax using the procedure above. ΐΏ Courting Pigeon Guillemots Instructions: This piece is made of bronze. Care similar to that of Salish Sea Circle can be used for its maintenance. Hose off accumulated dust, bird droppings, salts from ice control, and other materials with warm water and a rag. Use an old credit card to scrape off any white oxidation and WD-40 to remove tape or glue. Wash thoroughly before renewing wax coating. Renew a wax coating at least once a year. Wax on a warm day or heat sculpture with a blow torch first. Wax with soft cloth, similar to waxing a car. Spray generously with AR-19 Silicon Spray and rub all over with soft cloth. Materials list Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do maintenance on warm day) Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges DO NOT USE Brasso, Ajax, or any other commercial cleaning product. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not apply any protective coatings other than renewal applications of the specified wax and silicone sealant. NO CAR WAX NO ABRASIVES Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits to slightly dissolve the wax coating that is under the graffiti. Rewax using the procedure above. ΐΐ City Hall Railing Instructions: This piece is made of bronze. It should only need periodic removal of dust, which can be done by careful brushing with a soft brush as needed. Materials Soft or microfiber cloths Soft brush Graffiti Graffiti and marks must be attended to by a sculpture conservator. ΐΑ Galatea Instructions: This piece is made of bronze. Care similar to that of Salish Sea Circle can be used for its maintenance. upkeep. Fountain surround and pool maintenance does not fall under Public Art purview. Hose off accumulated dust, bird droppings, salts from ice control, and other materials with warm water and a rag. Use an old credit card to scrape off any white oxidation and WD-40 to remove tape or glue. Wash thoroughly before renewing wax coating. Renew a wax coating at least once a year. Wax on a warm day or heat sculpture with a blow torch first. Wax with soft cloth, similar to waxing a car. Spray generously with AR-19 Silicon Spray and rub all over with soft cloth. Materials list Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do maintenance on warm day) Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges DO NOT USE Brasso, Ajax, or any other commercial cleaning product. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not apply any protective coatings other than renewal applications of the specified wax and silicone sealant. NO CAR WAX NO ABRASIVES Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits to slightly dissolve the wax coating that is under the graffiti. Rewax using the procedure above. ΐΒ Kah Tai Tiles Instructions: This piece is tile. Clean by spraying with water and cleaning with a mild, non- abrasive soap and soft cloth. Do not use forceful water spray if there are physical weaknesses, such as loose tile or cracked grout. Clean biological growth on grout with a sponge and household bleach (1 cup per gallon of water) and rinse thoroughly. Materials list Soft rags Detergent, soap or commercial glass cleaner Hose and nozzle household chlorine bleach diluted one cup per gallon of water DO NOT USE DO NOT wash with a pressure washer. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not use all-purpose household cleaners. Do not use tile or tub cleaners meant for household films Do not use cleaning solvents other than mineral spirits or naphtha. NO ABRASIVES Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits. Test these solvents in an inconspicuous place first. If this does not work, find trained conservation personnel to perform this work. Other things to look out for Loose grout should be reported and promptly repaired by a skilled tile contractor or sculpture conservator. ΐΓ Leaf Wing Instructions: This piece is bare mild steel. It is intended to acquire a rusted patina outdoors. Wash with water Materials Hose and nozzle If graffiti present: Use knit fabric cloth instead of woven or terry cloth as corrosion will collect fibers MEK or acetone Peel-Away 1 paint remover DO NOT USE DO NOT wash with a pressure washer. Scratched graffiti should just be left alone to gradually form new corrosion Do not sand, brush, or abrade the protective corrosion on the steel Do not clean with any product other than the solvents and paint strippers mentioned or with water Do not sand or abrade to blend in scratches Graffiti Paint and pen graffiti are difficult to remove completely from rusted steel because these media often penetrate into the corrosion layer. It is important, however, to try to remove as much as possible. Restrict your removal method to cloths and solvents. Use knit fabric cloth instead of woven or terry cloth as corrosion will collect fibers. It is okay that rubbing with a solvent-soaked cloth will remove loose corrosion, and this is acceptable in the higher priority of removing graffiti. Other things to look out for Look for loose, flaky corrosion -can occur, especially at the joins between pieces of steel. This damaging corrosion is a sign of continued moisture. A conservator should be contracted to access pack-out. ΐΔ For Willene Instructions: This piece is bare mild steel. It is intended to acquire a rusted patina outdoors. Wash with water Materials Hose and nozzle If graffiti present: Use knit fabric cloth instead of woven or terry cloth as corrosion will collect fibers MEK or acetone Peel-Away 1 paint remover DO NOT USE DO NOT wash with a pressure washer. Scratched graffiti should just be left alone to gradually form new corrosion Do not sand, brush, or abrade the protective corrosion on the steel Do not clean with any product other than the solvents and paint strippers mentioned or with water Do not sand or abrade to blend in the scratches Graffiti Paint and pen graffiti are difficult to remove completely from rusted steel because these media often penetrate into the corrosion layer. It is important, however, to try to remove as much as possible. Restrict your removal method to cloths and solvents. Use knit fabric cloth instead of woven or terry cloth as corrosion will collect fibers. It is okay that rubbing with a solvent-soaked cloth will remove loose corrosion, and this is acceptable in the higher priority of removing graffiti. Other things to look out for - pieces of steel. This damaging corrosion is a sign of continued moisture. A conservator should be contracted to access pack-out. ΐΕ Blue Heron Weathervane Instructions: This piece is made of bronze. Care similar to that of Salish Sea Circle can be used for its maintenance. Hose off accumulated dust, bird droppings, salts from ice control, and other materials with warm water and a rag. Use an old credit card to scrape off any white oxidation and WD-40 to remove tape or glue. Wash thoroughly before renewing wax coating. Renew a wax coating at least once a year. Wax on a warm day or heat sculpture with a blow torch first. Wax with soft cloth, similar to waxing a car. Spray generously with AR-19 Silicon Spray and rub all over with soft cloth. Materials list Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do maintenance on warm day) Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges DO NOT USE Brasso, Ajax, or any other commercial cleaning product. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not apply any protective coatings other than renewal applications of the specified wax and silicone sealant. NO CAR WAX NO ABRASIVES Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits to slightly dissolve the wax coating that is under the graffiti. Rewax using the procedure above. ΐΖ Quimper Coho Instructions: This piece is painted wood. Dust only with a soft brush as often as needed. Material list Soft Cloths Soft Brush ΐΗ Two Cats from Clinton Instructions: This piece is made of bronze. Care similar to that of Salish Sea Circle can be used for its maintenance. Hose off accumulated dust, bird droppings, salts from ice control, and other materials with warm water and a rag. Use an old credit card to scrape off any white oxidation and WD-40 to remove tape or glue. Wash thoroughly before renewing wax coating. Renew a wax coating at least once a year. Wax on a warm day or heat sculpture with a blow torch first. Wax with soft cloth, similar to waxing a car. Spray generously with AR-19 Silicon Spray and rub all over with soft cloth. Materials list Soft rags Old credit card (or similar plastic) Warm Water + bucket WD-40 AR-19 or equivalent silicone spray Isopropyl Alcohol 70% Propane torch to pre-heat if cold (or do maintenance on warm day) Step ladder Wet clothes and sponges DO NOT USE Brasso, Ajax, or any other commercial cleaning product. Do not use graffiti-removal products. Do not apply any protective coatings other than renewal applications of the specified wax and silicone sealant. NO CAR WAX NO ABRASIVES Graffiti Try first to remove with acetone or MEK, then, if necessary, use naphtha or mineral spirits to slightly dissolve the wax coating that is under the graffiti. Rewax using the procedure above. ΐΘ DRAFT Artist Grant Scoring and Review Criteria Summary of scoring rubric: Very Good Excellent Good Fair TOTAL Demonstrates Artistic Merit 16-20 11-15 6-10 1-5 20 Demonstrates Public/Artist 16-20 11-15 6-10 1-5 20 Benefit Supports Diversity of Voices 16-20 11-15 6-10 1-5 20 Encourages New 16-20 11-15 6-10 1-5 20 Experiences/New Perspectives Youth-serving 12-15 8-11 7-4 1-3 15 New Project 2 Individual Artist 2 Small Organization (budget 1 under $100,000) TOTAL 100 Rubric Definitions Demonstrates Artistic Merit Project plan and artistic goals are well explained Shows high level of creativity and innovation Why is this important? Projects that engage deeply with artistic practice and the intention it takes to create something meaningful bring great value to the community. Demonstrates Public/Artist Benefit Brings something special/unique/highly valued to the community Demonstrably furthers the artist/artists goals Why is this important? Projects that allow artists to further their practice or speak to something the community wants and needs create momentum for the arts. Supports Diversity of Voices Provides access to those most in need of opportunities/historically under-resourced Low barrier to entry (free, accessible, NOTAFLOF) Why is this important? Projects that support people and communities with fewer opportunities to access funding or less structural visibility help build equity. Encourages New Experiences/New Perspectives Offers multiple ways to connect or participate Promotes exploration of different aspects of culture Why is this important? Projects that explore different ways to look at the world and each other embody the arts potential to create space for understanding. Youth-serving Centers youth voices Gives youth high-quality creative opportunities Why is this important? Projects that give young people avenues for self-expression and meaningful connection that are essential to building a vibrant multigenerational community. New Project Has not been previously funded by PTAC or LTAC Why is this important? Funding new projects allows for growth and evolution in the arts. Individual Artist Is from an individual artist Why is this important? PTAC is the only public funding in the County available to individual artists. Small Organization Is from an organization with a budget under $100,000 Why is this important? Smaller organizations generally have less capacity to raise funds for their creative projects. Ideas for discussion: 1. Could/Should 2. Could/Should "New Experiences/Perspectives," "Youth-serving," and "New Project" be combined? Next Steps for Grants Explore new, simplified contract/insurance requirements (happening now-hoping to be complete for June round) Use rubric and 2026 grant data to assess process (October 2026) o Explore leveled or limited number of grants or specified range o Explore creation of review committee o Assess project video program Refine application, report, and explanatory materials (December 2026) 2026 Port Townsend Art Awards Outline and Info for PTAC October 2025 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. Nominations & Rubric Drafted by Committee Communications - Drafted by 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) (draft included for commission) 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. March 15 (Committee + Staff): Publish digital archive with photos, bios, and awardee statements. Scoring Rubric Artistic Excellence (25%): originality, mastery, recognition. Shows continued success Community Impact (30%): how many people are touched, how deep the contribution 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 the moment? Very Good Excellent Good Fair POSSIBLE SCORE 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 8-11 4-7 0-3 15 Distinction & Legacy 8-10 5-7 2-5 0-2 10 Total 100 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: 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 2026 YTD PROGRESS & 2027 WORKPLAN DISCUSSION 2026 WORKPLAN PORT TOWNSEND ARTS COMMISSION THE ARTS COMMISSION FACILITATES PUBLIC ARTS PROGRAMS THAT ENHANCE THE CULTURAL LIFE OF COMMUNITY RESIDENTS. mechanism can be truly effective in funding public art projects year over year, establishing PT as a city where public art thrives and can be enjoyed by all. Protect-enriching public art now and into the future.Use the 2025 Public Art Plan to support maintenance,enhancement,and promotion of Continueandgrowourprograms, includingbut not limited to,the poet laureateinitiative, arts awards, and grants, as well asleveragingnew resourcesand partnerships to makemeasurable progress towardsgoalsset forth inthe Port Townsend Creative District Arts & Culture Plan. Y CODE, SO THAT THIS MECHANISM CAN BE TRULY EFFECTIVE IN FUNDING PUBLIC ART PROJECTS YEAR OVER YEAR, ESTABLISHING PT AS A CITY WHERE PUBLIC ART THRIVES AND CAN BE ENJOYED BY ALL. PROGRESS TO DATE:NEXT STEPS: o NEW 1% FOR THE ARTS CODE IS IN o PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR STEVE PLACE WORKING AS INTENDEDKING TO VISIT PTAC IN OCTOBER o ART IN PUBLIC PLACES POLICIES WITH DETAILS ON FUNDS FROM AND PROCEDURES UNDER CAPITAL PROJECTS AND SCHEDULE REVIEW BY PUBLIC ART FOR AVAILABILITY COMMITTEE o PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE TO BRING o MURAL POLICIES BEING POLICY UPDATES FOR DISCUSSION RESEARCHED BY PUBLIC ART AND APPROVAL TO PTAC IN COMMITTEENOVEMBER OR SOONER - ENRICHING PUBLIC ART NOW AND INTO THE FUTURE. USE THE 2025 PUBLIC ART PLAN TO SUPPORT MAINTENANCE, ENHANCEMENT, ANDPROMOTION PROGRESS TO DATE:NEXT STEPS: o NEW 1% FOR THE ARTS CODE IS IN o ASSESS CITY-OWNED ARTWORKS PLACE WORKING AS INTENDEDTO CONSIDER FOR ACCESSIONING o PUBLIC ART MAINTENANCE GUIDE o TEMPLATE FOR PUBLIC ART AND ANNUAL PROCEDURES IN PLAQUES TEST PHASE o REVIEW PUBLIC ART o SKATE PARKMURAL WILL BE PLANINNOVEMBER2026 FIRST WORK COMMISSIONED BY THE CITY SINCE 2014 PROGRAMS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE POET LAUREATE INITIATIVE, ARTS AWARDS, AND GRANTS, AS WELL AS LEVERAGING NEW RESOURCES AND PARTNERSHIPS TO MAKE MEASURABLE PROGRESS TOWARDS GOALS SET FORTH IN THE PORTTOWNSEND CREATIVE DISTRICT ARTS & CULTURE PLAN. PROGRESS TO DATE:NEXT STEPS: o 2026 BUDGET LARGEST EVER o PTAC REVIEW OF CREATIVE o GRANT PROCESSES BEING DISTRICT ARTS AND CULTURE WORKSHOPPED AND IMPROVEDPLAN IN JULY o SUCCESSFUL NEW ART AWARD o REVIEW PTACIDEAS FOR 2027 FORMATPROGRAM PRIORTIES o PERMANENT POET LAUREATE PROGRAM 2026 PRIORITIES BY BUDGET T GRANTS $30,000 E ART AWARDS G $7,500 D GRANTEE VIDEOS $6,500 U B POET LAUREATE $3,500 C A MARKETING $1,200 T P GRANT SOFTWARE $100 6 PUBLIC ART $0 2 0 2 TOTAL $48,800 IDEAS/GOALS FOR 2027 Let's discuss!