REQUEST FOR CITY COUNCIL ACTION
SUBMITTED TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
SUBMITTED BY: Travis Hopkins, City Manager
VIA: Ashley Wysocki, Director of Community & Library Services
PREPARED BY: Marisa Rodriguez, Community & Library Services Manager
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Approve and authorize execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Huntington Beach and the Art League of Huntington Beach for use of space at the Huntington Beach Central Library
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Statement of Issue:
There is a need to approve a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Huntington Beach and the Art League of Huntington Beach since the prior license agreement has expired.
Financial Impact:
There is no impact to the City's General Fund associated with approval of the proposed MOU.
Recommended Action:
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Approve and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the "Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Huntington Beach and the Art League of Huntington Beach for Use of Space at the Huntington Beach Central Library."
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Alternative Action(s):
Do not approve the recommended action, and direct staff accordingly.
Analysis:
The Huntington Beach Public Library and Cultural Center (Library) and the Huntington Beach Art League (Art League) have a long and successful history of partnership in support of community arts. Founded in 1962, the Art League is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to support and promote the arts and artists through art education and community exhibition, and to stimulate creative activity, interest, and enjoyment of art. This mission aligns closely with the Library's commitment to welcome, empower, and enrich the community through cultural, educational, and artistic experiences that inspire transformation and growth.
Since October 1, 2022, the City and the Art League have operated under a License Agreement granting the Art League access to designated gallery spaces within H...
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