If you’re interested in projects with the federal government’s 1% for Art program, check out their upcoming webinar series. There are 5 upcoming projects in the PNW that Tacoma artists might be particularly interested in. Webinar on GSA’s Art in Architecture Program and Upcoming Artist Commissions The National Endowment for the Arts is hosting an informational webinar about the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Art in Architecture<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-NSOStfpB3T5CYxtermKID5ajnLnJZDGd1AzFpfg3x2jcIZ3zd8wlZPcFMiOXvmYRBuB9WI8oiAdHyDKW-X7Lc4qbhpb9oxuWMdXDnJ5-Ylae3f5xIo3sOM1FwWGyedTabWi8Ay4SEPtHFl1P84xODJVB9RH4dIZ1Re3FzGZE1U_Ar6Bntsj6E0lzMu8bRzHfYKcwNjkunW0taeoi0TE1yg=&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4runEscw8gw$> program and upcoming opportunities. The Art in Architecture Program oversees the commissioning of artworks for federal buildings nationwide. These artworks enhance the civic meaning of federal architecture and showcase the vibrancy of American visual arts. GSA and NEA are collaborating to increase awareness for this program and promote relevant opportunities to artists that reflect the diverse communities of the nation. In fall of 2022, the Art in Architecture program is launching 26 federal percent-for-art commissions along the northern and southern borders, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. As part of this webinar you will learn: (1) The history and goals of the GSA Art in Architecture program (2) How you can be considered for upcoming project opportunities and join the National Artist Registry (3) What to expect if you are selected Join us for any of the webinars that will each focus on a different region where there will be new commissions: · Sept. 13: New York and New England (12 projects) · Sept. 15: Upper Midwest (3 projects) · Sept. 20: Southwest (5 projects) · Sept. 22: Pacific Northwest (5 projects) Patricia Walsh Director, Creative Community Advancement Americans for the Arts<https://urldefense.com/v3/__http:/www.americansforthearts.org/__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4runT_8x8Ow$> 202.371.2830 x2024 From: NEA Design+CP <neadesign@arts.gov<mailto:neadesign@arts.gov>> Sent: Monday, August 8, 2022 3:23 PM To: Patricia Walsh <pwalsh@artsusa.org<mailto:pwalsh@artsusa.org>> Subject: NEA Design + Creative Placemaking: August 2022 MICD is hiring! [DESIGN AND CREATIVE PLACEMAKING] Greetings all, Keeping it short this month, but wanted to share a great opportunity to work with the Mayors’ Institute on City Design – read on for details!  Design + Creative Placemaking News [https://files.constantcontact.com/c0b608cd001/f68c7858-6e59-402c-bd21-379e2d9676f6.jpg] Our Town Application Deadline – Part 2 due August 9-16 Applications for Our Town are moving ahead! Part 1, submitted through grants.gov, was due on August 4, and Part 2, submitted through NEA’s Application Portal, will be open August 9-16. 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You’ll find additional resources on the Applicant Resources<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-Dsb-XM_n_AkxSETGVUi9II_FJMD3L0EUDaL3E6-ZmwZXnnzW2l4p_thXu5luiQxtkuPcbbGa06UuOHvDA-wU7D3KL9yZRIKaLJAZ5oofXZYXG_14B35KTeP2U7an0kbmRCtsBVlyxtp&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4runtXaB42g$> page of the guidelines. We will be offering a live Part 2 Q&A Session on Wednesday, August 10 from 1:00-2:00 pm ET, following two similar sessions with significant attendance and engagement earlier this month. This informal "office hours" will focus on Part 2 of the application, and hosted through Zoom by Design & Creative Placemaking staff to answer your specific questions. Register in advance. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Closed captioning will be available. Register for Part 2 Q&A Session<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-E7cH9u-mtgt8U7Qk1-P-1inuPYR62rWUqiOICHiO_gcXM344dhj3gg0r-lPBnSxZdXbdnK79c1vy5Sus6srNFdiq9ermOiu4y0ZuFhLWTXjUPH19axGZugQHWqgUIuo9MvMhdI_CRXvVEe2y3hV31M=&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4ruk6ghwQLg$> [https://files.constantcontact.com/c0b608cd001/cc53db76-4d51-412d-a7cd-9319451fe330.jpg] MICD is Hiring! The Mayors’ Institute on City Design (MICD) is excited to announce a new team position, Event and Communications Coordinator. The person in this position will plan and implement logistical arrangements for MICD events, coordinate internal and external communications, including website management, and generally assist in supporting the MICD programs and participating mayors. The application deadline is Tuesday, August 16<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-NSOStfpB3T5jUfA2me3borGgqGXTQSbJcoo7gXZ2wvxc6aPsf_gIxCQ18kZkKY2BwWnHrTwY8d5PYRP_SFGNl_FlUcdX7YbK7JOaTrlg9FbvEoA41hWKSJNYn4lwm2frp-ykJHfch1l&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4rulCKOXGOQ$>. The Mayors’ Institute on City Design is a leadership initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the United States Conference of Mayors. Its mission is to transform communities through design by preparing mayors to be the chief urban designers of their cities. NLC Blog Post: The Power of Arts and Culture to Drive Transformational Change in Cities In May, Jen participated in a dynamic conversation with Roberto Bedoya and Michael Rohd, as part of a convening of local and national arts leaders hosted by the National League of Cities and the National Assembly of State Arts Agencies. That conversation was recently posted as a blog, addressing how arts and culture investments are meaningfully contributing to communities and bolster local leaders’ public service goals. Read the Post.<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-NSOStfpB3T57fyn4ii45wGUA8nDKqC86kg55zK-xbZe-Ota9D9NhlKGe0yaWOg2-tk1wbsKjERNChuVFGIuSejBqsyAv6mTXN8_rAlVupECEmkcEfY5xS1Zsy4rnrN5hmaAtKCuoxitgPxIn5xUtAjQXMiJWZMLno-de8k6CRTrMmh5W7JsP2EN9Xoy81nFeP4c-JXt0cqPU5F3l3Dh768IZm5UI0rTOA==&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4rumfgB0otg$>  NEA News [https://files.constantcontact.com/c0b608cd001/73a1642b-a7f3-4b44-9523-44aa359bdf71.png] New Arts Data Profile On July 18, the NEA’s Office of Research & Analysis released Artists in the Workforce: National and State Estimates for 2015-2019<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-PJhgm2kcJne99Ow08I7Bcp-jJX_eWlCSfr8LmhtXHcmH8YoPVhi3u3qzSOtlaa4YAWm--SOVZFk61D0NCSZr-ddIlwvf6hW8Kz26ZCky9lspUIAQg8Man7gYOdEDn4FUuq2EFsbL7-NyJSEspxW5X5NtQgUyMC8hA==&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4rumZZ0l1PA$>, an Arts Data Profile (ADP) examining artists in the workforce through the American Community Survey. The ADP includes three new research briefs<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-PJhgm2kcJnetrWEwc3_P30YzskdZ9R_9DMd7GEp4VtWNiXf9JM3E4-YFGuuaNvLOW1i3hNF83UmaFhPaX7uaTtS_2dWcyNbk2_jZR_I9P4BJFhs_1HL5dJ6Thk5J6-l9PWz-UoOrfRBHC1IE4mIGi9SEDsZoYQZMc07hnNmXTDtzVol2M6jY04=&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4rumHDeE9Vw$> on the demographic and/or geographic characteristics of artists and arts managers. Go to arts.gov for the briefs, data tables, and an interactive map<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-PJhgm2kcJne99Ow08I7Bcp-jJX_eWlCSfr8LmhtXHcmH8YoPVhi3u3qzSOtlaa4YAWm--SOVZFk61D0NCSZr-ddIlwvf6hW8Kz26ZCky9lspUIAQg8Man7gYOdEDn4FUuq2EFsbL7-NyJSEspxW5X5NtQgUyMC8hA==&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4rumZZ0l1PA$> for each state, showing counts and concentrations of workers in selected artist occupations. This trio of reports is consistent with the NEA’s five‐year agenda, which includes a focus on monitoring the state of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the arts. Webinar on GSA’s Art in Architecture Program and Upcoming Artist Commissions The National Endowment for the Arts is hosting an informational webinar about the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Art in Architecture<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-NSOStfpB3T5CYxtermKID5ajnLnJZDGd1AzFpfg3x2jcIZ3zd8wlZPcFMiOXvmYRBuB9WI8oiAdHyDKW-X7Lc4qbhpb9oxuWMdXDnJ5-Ylae3f5xIo3sOM1FwWGyedTabWi8Ay4SEPtHFl1P84xODJVB9RH4dIZ1Re3FzGZE1U_Ar6Bntsj6E0lzMu8bRzHfYKcwNjkunW0taeoi0TE1yg=&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4runEscw8gw$> program and upcoming opportunities. The Art in Architecture Program oversees the commissioning of artworks for federal buildings nationwide. These artworks enhance the civic meaning of federal architecture and showcase the vibrancy of American visual arts. GSA and NEA are collaborating to increase awareness for this program and promote relevant opportunities to artists that reflect the diverse communities of the nation. In fall of 2022, the Art in Architecture program is launching 26 federal percent-for-art commissions along the northern and southern borders, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. As part of this webinar you will learn: (1) The history and goals of the GSA Art in Architecture program (2) How you can be considered for upcoming project opportunities and join the National Artist Registry (3) What to expect if you are selected Join us for any of the webinars that will each focus on a different region where there will be new commissions: · Sept. 13: New York and New England (12 projects) · Sept. 15: Upper Midwest (3 projects) · Sept. 20: Southwest (5 projects) · Sept. 22: Pacific Northwest (5 projects) Visit our upcoming events<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-O75AWSxyBBs68NpzFBrCKx6Z_L3vHBsrFet-4m-CJnoKTq97En08LfOq9cidX9fTR-WT0M9VkaNQJhNkm1sazxUTl6cHd4ZGHbKQLhWzOXP&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4rull1God7w$> page to register.  News from the Field The U.S. Department of Transportation is now accepting applications for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001BmbLZx6NCAg4FBw9TljKPcYDKmrhCjzKRXgeIlhh7AYp-A-FmgJe-NSOStfpB3T5HaNico_YshoEmYLIn7cWldBaRe1CnEaw5sXkKQ250JHu0X_8Iqg34EQ1n0hUuouwld_o09kbIQ4bR_ek8wVgxCDdd1e1HC4Ot2J4zawu1qi_SAFy_7LWlYM98WTTwvO1WTk34TvY4vI=&c=CTsvwJq6C3IkQggsWom362l3tXYlyeco9rAqAwmxI4aQ1EA2Zhu0Ug==&ch=HK7I0ocume34Flj7q7a_BroYdW6t1StUaxRJs-wtlIX358Zkt5liiA==__;!!CRCbkf1f!QNl1scqkLV4tztBfm2IIuYvh4V31oYmY6BcjQmy_AUq19eEXvnWs8QR82HGgrHE9um-wGotOpcatUOg_uipO47ezn17GJ8YfiEVu9r340O5izzf4runq64UgYw$> discretionary grant program. The $1 billion RCP Program was established under President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in keeping with the Biden-Harris Administration’s belief that the promise of our nation is that every American has an equal chance to get ahead. It is the first-ever Federal program to reconnect communities cut off from opportunities by transportation infrastructure, such as highways and rail lines, through solutions like high-quality public transportation, infrastructure removal, and community and main street revitalization. Eligible applicants include States, Local and Tribal governments, metropolitan planning organizations, nonprofit organizations, and transportation facility owners. Applications are due October 13. Boston's Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) recently released a new report that addresses how artists could be a key part of cooling cities. 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