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San Clemente Arts & Culture Committee adopts work plan, moves forward on utility-box art pilot and subcommittees
Summary
The committee confirmed a four-part work plan approved by City Council, discussed subcommittee roles and staffing, and selected two artists for an initial utility-box public-art pilot with private sponsorship and a proposed budget to be considered in upcoming City Council reviews.
San Clemente City’s Arts & Culture Committee on Wednesday confirmed a work plan focused on four projects — a utility-box art revival, art in public places, an amphitheater and performing-arts feasibility study, and a public-art funding policy — that staff said City Council approved "as proposed." Samantha, the city staff lead, told the committee the items "were approved as proposed" and recommended the group decide how to staff subcommittees to implement the plan.
The committee discussed how to structure its subcommittees and who would take on implementation tasks. Chair and members agreed the current utility-box art subcommittee should continue in its oversight role. The chair noted the work-plan entry for the utility-box program "has an actual budget number attached to this, which would be really exciting" but clarified the amount is a proposal not yet reflected in the current fiscal-year budget and would be considered in upcoming City Council budget reviews.
On the utility-box pilot, the subcommittee reported 10 artists submitted 25 pieces and selected two artists for the initial phase: Rick Delancey and Claire Miller. A subcommittee member said, "We've chose Rick we've chosen Rick Delancey," and described plans to print and install vinyl wraps for selected boxes. Sponsors for the initial boxes include Avila's (one box) and the Women's Club (two boxes), illustrating a mix of private and community funding in the pilot.
Committee members discussed technical and logistics steps before installation: verifying exact box dimensions, coordinating with vendors for high-resolution, CMYK-ready artwork for printing, and exploring whether the city retains manufacturer blueprints or specifications for the boxes. Staff explained the recommended vinyl is an "air release" material that conforms to irregular box surfaces.
The committee also discussed continuing the art-in-public-places subcommittee, noting success with prior events such as Cinco de Mayo but flagging staff-hour demands for event logistics. Members were urged to participate consistently if they take on event responsibilities. No formal policy changes were adopted at the meeting; staff and committee members said they will draft policy language and funding options for review in the next quarter.
The next Arts & Culture Committee meeting is scheduled for Jan. 26. The committee adjourned after confirming meeting housekeeping and a motion to adjourn.
