Speak Out - ACA is Holding Public Hearings on Proposed Public Art Policy

 a large blue bear sculpture, above, created by artist Lawrence Argent, peers into the windows of the Colorado Convention Center.
Wouldn't that be great here? Just kidding....This not an actual proposal, just a random image of public art.

Alexandria Commission for the Arts to Hold Public Hearings on Proposed Public Art Policy

Ever wonder how standards are set / agreed upon when it comes to public art? Well...it all begins here, at one of these meetings.  If you are a resident, business owner or just want to help influence Alexandria's Art in Public space, you may be inclined to attend one of these Public Hearings.

Warning: the following information may or may not be red tape, but it certainly sounds official and was all part of the email we received.

The Alexandria Commission for the Arts will hold two public hearings on the proposed City of Alexandria’s Public Art Policy.  The public hearings will be held on Tuesday, April 17, and Tuesday, May 15, at 7 p.m. at the Durant Arts Center, 1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.  The regular meeting of the Arts Commission will follow.

Individuals who are unable to attend the public hearing can view the draft Public Art Policy at www.alexandriava.gov/arts on Tuesday, April 17.  Individuals may send written comments by May 18 to the Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities, Attention: Alisa Carrel, Deputy Director/Office of the Arts, 1108 Jefferson St., Alexandria, VA  22314 or email alisa.carrel@alexandriava.gov, subject line “Public Art Policy Comments.”

The City of Alexandria is committed to compliance with the City’s Human Rights Code and the American with Disabilities Act. To request a reasonable accommodation or to request materials in an alternative format, please call Alisa Carrel at 703.746.5590 (Virginia Relay 711) or e-mail alisa.carrel@alexandriava.gov.