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Tustin Public Art Commission adopts standard artist evaluation form, emphasizes local artists
Summary
The commission voted to implement a standardized artist submission evaluation form to improve transparency and consistency when selecting artists; staff will require artist statements and may refine the form after initial use.
The Tustin Public Art Commission voted to begin using a standardized artist submission evaluation form intended to make artist selection more consistent and transparent.
Chairperson Lomax said the form, developed by a subcommittee with staff input, sets five core criteria: artistic merit and quality; responsiveness to project goals and the site; relevant experience and capacity; materials, durability and public safety; and overall impression. "We put in here a preference for local and regional artists," Lomax said, adding the preference reflected stewardship of city funds.
Director of Parks and Recreation Director Clanton told commissioners the process will typically include prescreening, a required artist statement, and a public scoring exercise: commissioners may pre-score submissions and then share scores and discuss top candidates in the public meeting. "This would allow us to review that artist and consider them as a candidate for a project," Clanton said.
Commissioners discussed practical details, including allowing commissioners to pre-score submissions and bringing a consolidated scoring summary to meetings to speed discussion. Deputy Director Buescher and staff said the form can be adjusted after it is used and that calls for artists will include a link to the evaluation criteria to ensure transparency.
A commissioner moved to begin implementing the form for future public-art calls; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. Staff said the artist statement will be a required submission element and the form will be posted alongside calls for artists.
The action does not change the city’s public art policy or require City Council approval; staff will return materials and any future edits to the commission for public review.
