2007 Art Contract Competition
Program Guidelines and Application Packet
A program of the City of Davis Community Development Department Cultural Services Division
2007 Art Contract Competition Guidelines
The City of Davis Art Contract Program provides funds for a wide variety of community-based art programming and projects that foster art excellence, diversity, and vitality. This year's competition is now accepting applications. All projects must take place in the City of Davis. Project Implementation Dates All funded projects can begin anytime after receiving City Council approval in January 2007, and will have until June 30, 2008 to be completed. Eligibility Applicants who meet one or more of the following descriptions may apply: Davis art groups, organizations and galleries. Members of the university community who are extending on-campus activities into the City of Davis. Non-profit organizations that want to sponsor an art-related program in Davis.
Individual artists and art educators who live in Davis or the surrounding unincorporated area, or whose primary artistic activity is in Davis, working with one of the previously described groups.
Community Art Programming Guidelines The City has set aside $18,500 for art programming in all art media, including but not limited to, visual arts, performance art, literary art, film and video. Applicants funded in this category receive from $500 to $4,000. Applicants are encouraged whenever possible to seek additional funding support, including grants, donations and revenues. Projects do not need to be large in scope; the city welcomes small projects that can make a difference in their field. All projects must take place within the City of Davis. A project does not have to be a new activity. Continuing activities will be considered, particularly if the city funding would allow the applicant to expand the event or reach new audiences. A project must consist of one or more specific events or activities. Applicants could undertake a single project in a year - a jazz festival or an art exhibit, for example - or identify certain scheduled events - such as the opening and closing concerts during a concert season - as their project.
2007 Art Contract Competition Guidelines
We Cannot Fund General administrative and overhead costs not directly related to the project; Construction or renovation of facilities and purchase of property; Purchase of permanent equipment except under unusual circumstances. Events or activities of a religious nature or sponsored by groups or institutions that are operated primarily by religious organizations; Lobbying events or activities intended to influence opinions regarding specific legislation and/or candidates. Review Criteria The City of Davis Civic Art Commission (CAC) serves as the jury for the competition. Applications will be evaluated using the following Review Criteria: Compliance with Art Contract guidelines Artistic quality of proposed programs and services Application completeness Project feasibility Benefit to the community
The exact number of projects funded each year depends on the number of applicants who meet all funding parameters and the total amount requested for all projects. The Commission reserves the right to ask applicants to submit supplemental information before making final decisions on whether funding will be recommended. Competition Timeline As early as possible Contact Esther Polito as soon as you have developed your initial concept. Experience has shown that most applicants improve their proposals by consulting with staff before developing implementation plans. Applications Due by 5:00 p.m. Applications must be received by the deadline. (Sorry - postmarks are not acceptable). Submit applications to: Esther Polito, Community Development Dept., 23 Russell Blvd., Davis CA 95616. Late applications cannot be accepted. Preliminary Review and Selection of Finalists The Civic Art Commission's first review of applications begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Chambers Conference Room at City Hall, 23 Russell Blvd. The number of finalists selected depends on the number of applicants. Finalists will be notified as soon as possible after this date.
Monday, November 20
Monday, December 11
2007 Art Contract Competition Guidelines
Tuesday, January 2, 2006
Additional Information Deadline Finalists from whom additional information has been requested must turn in all responses by this date. Recommendations for 2006 Art Contract Funding The CAC will make their final recommendations for funding beginning at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Chambers Conference Room. City Council Approval Funds are available after the City Council approves the January 8 recommendations.
Monday, January 8
Late January/Date T.B.A.
Helpful Hints for Filing a Successful Art Contract Application
Discuss your application proposal with Esther Polito, Cultural Services Manager, at 530/757-5610 early in your planning process. Applicants who discuss projects with staff are almost always able to improve a proposal's competitiveness. Read the guidelines carefully and follow the application instructions thoroughly. Be complete, not wordy. Long flowery passages can be more of a hindrance than a help. Direct, succinct responses are best. All pages may be filled out by hand in black ink or on your computer using the MS W ord document provided by staff. Handwritten is fine, but black ink is essential. Your application must be easy to read.
Before copying your application, go over the checklist printed on the last page of this
packet. Make sure you’ve included everything and all attachments are clearly labeled before copying. Submit ten collated and stapled copies to the city of Davis and keep one copy for your own files. Please call if you have any questions.
2007 Art Contract Application
Applicant’s Name __________________________
2007 Art Contract Application Cover Form
RETURN TO: Esther Polito, Cultural Services Manager City of Davis, Community Development Dept. 23 Russell Boulevard Davis, CA 95616
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 5:00 p.m., Monday, November 20, 2006 for more information phone 530/757-5610 epolito@cityofdavis.org
General Information
1. Project Title_________________________________________________________________ 2. Applicant’s Name (s)
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3. Contact Person (if different than above)___________________________________________ 4. Contact Phone: Day__________________________ Evening______________________________ 5. Applicant’s Mailing Address ______________________________________________________________________________
6. Amount requested from City of Davis $_____________________________
7. Have you had a City of Davis Art Contract before? __________ If Yes, when? ____________
Certification
By signing this application, the applicant certifies that all information included in this application is as complete and accurate as possible, and that, if funded, the applicant will comply with the city’s non-discrimination ordinance.
_______________________________________________________ ___________________ Applicant’s Signature and Title Date
2007 Art Contract Application
Applicant’s Name __________________________
2007 Art Contract Application Narrative
You may reformat the narrative pages of the application for use on the computer. Please include all the information, and do not delete any individual section.
Project Description
Make sure you answer the following questions: 1. What are your project goals? 2. What do you plan to do? How? When? Where? Reminder: All projects must take place within the City of Davis between January 1, 2007 and June 30, 2008. 3. Who is your audience or target group? Will you be reaching a new audience that your previous work in the community has not reached effectively? Explain. 4. Who are your key artists and administrators? Identify them and briefly summarize their experience that qualifies them to accomplish the project goals. Note: Resumes for all identified key personnel must be attached. If you will be recruiting artists (e.g. by audition or competition), explain your recruitment plans.
2007 Art Contract Application
Applicant’s Name __________________________
Benefit to the Community
Explain how your project will benefit the community. This is an important evaluation criteria. Describe what makes your application appropriate for city funding.
Work Plan
Outline your project’s work schedule, from planning through implementation and evaluation. Include brief descriptions of key tasks, name of persons responsible for completing each task, and an estimated completion date for each. Your thorough response to this section is essential to help the commission evaluate the feasibility of your project.
2007 Art Contract Application
Applicant’s Name __________________________
Evaluation Plan
Describe how you will evaluate whether you have met stated goals .
Publicity Plan Describe your promotion plan.
2007 Art Contract Application
Applicant’s Name __________________________
2007 Art Contract Budget Worksheet
This worksheet provides space to itemize and explain figures included on the 2007 Art Contract Budget Summary Form which follows. Please remember that the city cannot fund a share of expenses related to your usual cost of doing business (percentage of annual salaries, annual rent, etc.). Make sure you review the guidelines section headed "We cannot fund" before completing your budget worksheet and summary form. PROJECT COSTS: Section 1: Personnel Budget Identify by title (program director, lighting staff, artist, other professional services, etc.) and name, if known, everyone who will receive a fee for services under this contract. Specify the amount each will receive and the basis for the fee (hourly calculations, stipend, etc.). Be as complete as possible.
Section 2: Other Expenditures Describe all expenditures. See the groupings suggested on the Art Contracts 2007 budget form. You may modify each line item as appropriate for your project. Note: If your are renting a facility, you must attach a statement from the rental facility verifying costs and availability.
Section 3: Publicity Expenditures Describe all publicity expenditures and explain the basis for your estimated costs.
Section 4: Other Costs Describe any project costs not included above, and explain the basis for your estimate.
2007 Art Contract Application
Applicant’s Name __________________________
2007 Art Contract Budget Worksheet, page 2
CASH REQUESTED FROM CITY: What is the total amount of cash you are requesting?
CASH PROVIDED BY REVENUE: Describe any revenue sources that will be available from this project. Include information on how much participants will be charged, how much ads will sell for, etc. Explain what you will do if revenue does not meet estimates, or if revenue significantly exceeds estimates.
CASH PROVIDED BY OUTSIDE SOURCES: Describe all grants and gifts. Separate between money already awarded and funds not yet approved. Attach documentation to verify the funding source, restrictions, etc. Explain what you will do if you do not receive the grants and/or gifts listed here.
CASH PROVIDED BY APPLICANT: Describe the source of all funds committed to the project by the applicant and/or sponsoring organization.
2007 Art Contract Application
Applicant’s Name __________________________
2007 Art Contract Budget Summary Form
Use BLACK ink and do not reformat this form for the computer.
The basis for determining the costs shown below should be explained in full on your Budget Worksheet. In-kind donations are project-specific services and materials which you receive for free or at less than fair market value.
CASH REQUIRED
Requested from City Provided by Project Revenue Provided by outside grants, etc. Provided by applicant and/or sponsor Total Cash Needed
IN-KIND DONATIONS
Provided by Applicant Provided by Others
1. Personnel
Total all personnel expenditures
2. Other Expenditures
Space Equipment Royalties, scripts, scores Materials and supplies Insurance Other:
3. Publicity Expenditures
Printing Mailing Other:
4. Other Costs TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET
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2007 Art Contract Application
Attachments Required for All Applications: Resumes, Letters of Reference, Letter of Support from Sponsoring Organization, if applicable, and other Supporting Documentation
Key Personnel: Attach resumes for all key artists and administrators people who will be involved in your project Attach at least two dated letters of reference. Contact city staff if you need help determining the types of references needed to support your application. If your project is being sponsored or co-sponsored by a Davis organization, either actively (in the form of an event venue, for example) or for bookkeeping purposes (for financial passthrough arrangements), you must attach a letter from the organization stating that they have reviewed your application and support the proposal as described. Attach any supporting documentation, such as performance programs, reviews, etc., that will help the Commission evaluate your application. Enclose audio-visual documentation, if desired, in your final application. Note: only one copy of slides and other audio-visual materials is required. Make sure everything is clearly labeled. All audio-visual materials will be returned to the applicant.
Additional Attachments: If you applying for a project at, or in collaboration with a community organization, school, or non-profit center, you must attach a letter of support from the head administrator of the collaborating organization. The letter should indicate that the project supports the organization’s goals, and that the organization will work with you to ensure a successful project. If matching funds or services are being provided, the administrator should detail the assistance being offered. If you are renting a facility, a letter is needed ensuring that the facility will be available for your project. Other letters may be requested following initial review of your application.
2007 Art Contract Application
2007 Art Contract Application Check List
Total In-Kind for Other Costs
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Total Cash for Other Costs
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Check your application packet. You should have one SIGNED copy of the Cover Form, answers to all narrative questions (reformatted for the computer if desired), budget form, and attachments. Clearly label one copy of any audio/visual support material. This material will be returned after contracts are officially awarded. Make ten collated and stapled copies of your complete application and written attachments. Keep one copy of everything for your files. SUBMIT THE ORIGINAL, SIGNED APPLICATION, NINE COPIES AND ANY AUDIOVISUAL MATERIALS TO: Esther Polito, Cultural Services Manager Community Development Department City of Davis 23 Russell Blvd. Davis CA 95616 ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2006 AT 5:00 P.M.