Public Art Commission Donation Policy

The City of Ames Public Art Commission is committed to the creation of a visual and aesthetic environment that integrates art into the lives of the citizens of Ames.

In order to accomplish the goals of the Public Art Commission, the following guidelines will be considered when art is being offered as a donation. 

1. It is the preference of the Public Art Commission to work on public art projects from their inception. Potential doners are encouraged to give funds and then work with the Commission on selection, acquisition, and installation. 
   
   
2. Artwork will be accepted only if given unconditionally with the understanding that the Commission has complete jurisdiction over it handling, sale, and /or placement. 
   
   
3. Works of art proposed to be loaded, donated to the permanent collection, or given as memorials are accepted or declined by the Commission on the basis of subject matter, artistic execution, safety, and the appropriateness of an approved site. The Commission will not consider works of art advancing devotion of any specific religious faith. 
   
   
4. Priority will be given, but not limited to, local and regional professional artists. 
   
   
5. The Public Art Commission will provide any signage recognizing the artwork and donation. 
   
   
6. All artwork donations are subject to the approval of the Ames City Council. 

Approved by the Public Art Commission March 4, 1999
And by the City Council April 13, 1999