2001-070Ordinance 2001- 70
An Ordinance adding Chapter 2.40
Arts Commission
To the Municipal Code of the Village of Buffalo Grove
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo Grove deems it in the public interest to encourage the
artistic expression and involvement of its citizens; and
WHEREAS, there are within the Village of Buffalo Grove numerous artists, those that
appreciate art, and private artistic and cultural organizations, each pursuing their, own interests;
and
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo Grove deems it in the public interest that there be a
coordination of the efforts of these individuals, organizations and institutions and greater public
support of their purposes and objectives;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. There is added to the Municipal Code of the Village of Buffalo Grove, Chapter
2.40 which is to read as follows:
CHAPTER 2.40
ARTS COMMISSION
Sections:
2.40.010
2.40.020
2.40.030
2.40.040
2.40.050
2.40.060
Arts Commission Created
Purposes
Membership
Duties
Meetings
Municipal Personnel and Agencies to Assist
SECTION 2.40.010 ARTS COMMISSION CREATED
A commission to encourage the artistic expression and involvement of its citizens is hereby created
which shall hereinafter be known as the "Arts Commission."
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SECTION 2.40.020 PURPOSES
The purpose of the Arts Commission shall include the following:
A. To enrich the lives of citizens of the Village of Buffalo Grove by exposure to the arts in
various forms.
B. To enrich the community and improve cultural and artistic diversity throughout the
Village.
C. To recognize innovative programs that will ensure artistic expression in the Village.
D. To ensure a regular and ongoing assessment of art programs in the Village.
SECTION 2.40.030 MEMBERSHIP
The Arts Commission shall consist of a minimum of five (5) individuals. As an alternative to the
residency requirement in section 2.03.060, a member may be employed within the Village.
SECTION 2.40.040 DUTIES
The Arts Commission shall perform and exercise the following duties:
A. Pursue means and methods to encourage and foster cultural and fine arts
opportunities in Buffalo Grove and its organizations for the cultural enrichment of
Buffalo Grove.
B. Provide advice to the Corporate Authorities on matters relating to the arts.
C. Work cooperatively with Corporate Authorities in promoting arts in the Village.
D. Solicit private funds and grants earmarked for art activities in the Village.
E. Encourage public and private partnerships to assure the survival of art and artists in
the Village.
F. Review and make recommendations directly to the Corporate Authorities of all
proposals for art works for public buildings and public spaces.
G. Encourage the flow of art into the Village and stimulate art activities among residents of
the Village.
H. Implement such art programs and activities as may be delegated to it by the Corporate
Authorities including the selection of artists for art programs and projects.
SECTION 2.40.050 MEETINGS
The Commission shall hold regular meetings not less than once a month at a date and time to be
determined by the Commission.
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SECTION 2.40.060 MUNICIPAL PERSONNEL AND AGENCIES TO ASSIST
The facilities of the Village government shall be made available to the Arts Commission; and
Village officials, personnel and agencies shall cooperate with the Arts Commission in
accomplishing the objectives and purposes set forth herein to the fullest extent allowed by Village
ordinance and state and federal law.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after its passage and approval.
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Braiman, Glover, Berman, Johnson, Kahn
NAYES: 0 - None'
ABSENT: 0 - None
PASSED:_ November 5 , 2001.
APPROVED: November 5 _ , 2001
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
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APPROVED:
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Village President
VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE
ORDINANCE NO. 2001- /z/
ADOPTED BY THE PRESIDENT
AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE
OF BUFFALO GROVEj
THIS 4 DAY OF YbQ/ , 2001
Published in pamphlet form by authority of the
President and Board of Trustees of the Village
of Bu ffal Grove, Cook & Lake Counties, Illinois,
this day of g '2POAL�a4l -, 2001
Village Clerk /
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Ordinance 2001- 70
An Ordinance adding Chapter 2.40
Arts Commission
To the Municipal Code of the Village of Buffalo Grove
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo, Grove deems it in the public interest to encourage the
artistic expression and involvement of its citizens; and
WHEREAS, there are within the Village of Buffalo Grove numerous artists, those that
appreciate art, and private artistic and cultural organizations, each pursuing their own interests;
and
WHEREAS, the Village of Buffalo Grove deems it in the public interest that there be a
coordination of the efforts of these individuals, organizations and institutions and greater public
support of their purposes and objectives;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF
TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BUFFALO GROVE, COOK AND LAKE COUNTIES, ILLINOIS:
Section 1. There is added to the Municipal Code of the Village of Buffalo Grove, Chapter
2.40 which is to read as follows:
CHAPTER 2.40
ARTS COMMISSION
Sections:
2.40.010
Arts Commission Created
2.40.020
Purposes
2.40.030
Membership
2.40.040
Duties
2.40.050
Meetings
2.40.060
Municipal Personnel and Agencies to Assist
SECTION 2.40.010 ARTS COMMISSION CREATED
A commission to encourage the artistic expression and involvement of its citizens is hereby created
which shall hereinafter be known as the "Arts Commission."
1
SECTION 2.40.020 PURPOSES
The purpose of the Arts Commission shall include the following:
A. To enrich the lives of citizens of the Village of Buffalo Grove by exposure to the arts in
various forms.
B. To enrich the community and improve cultural and artistic diversity throughout the
Village.
C. To recognize innovative programs that will ensure artistic expression in the Village.
D. To ensure a regular and ongoing assessment of art programs in the Village.
SECTION 2.40.030 MEMBERSHIP
The Arts Commission shall consist of a minimum of five (5) individuals. As an alternative to the
residency requirement in section 2.03.060, a member may be employed within the Village.
SECTION 2.40.040 DUTIES
The Arts Commission shall perform and exercise the following duties:
A. Pursue means and methods to encourage and foster cultural and fine arts
opportunities in Buffalo Grove and its organizations for the cultural enrichment of
Buffalo Grove.
B. Provide advice to the Corporate Authorities on matters relating to the arts.
C. Work cooperatively with Corporate Authorities in promoting arts in the Village.
D. Solicit private funds and grants earmarked for art activities in the Village.
E. Encourage public and private partnerships to assure the survival of art and artists in
the Village.
F. Review and make recommendations directly to the Corporate Authorities of all
proposals for art works for public buildings and public spaces.
G. Encourage the flow of art into the Village and stimulate art activities among residents of
the Village.
H. Implement such art programs and activities as may be delegated to it by the Corporate
Authorities including the selection of artists for art programs and projects.
SECTION 2.40.050 MEETINGS
The Commission shall hold regular meetings not less than once a month at a date and time to be
determined by the Commission.
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SECTION 2.40.060 MUNICIPAL PERSONNEL AND AGENCIES TO ASSIST
The facilities of the Village government shall be made available to the Arts Commission; and
Village officials, personnel and agencies shall cooperate with the Arts Commission in
accomplishing the objectives and purposes set forth herein to the fullest extent allowed by Village
ordinance and state and federal law.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall be effective from and after its passage and approval. .
AYES: 6 - Marienthal, Braiman, Glover, Berman, Johnson, Kahn
NAYES: 0 - None
ABSENT: 0 - None
PASSED: November 5 , 2001.
APPROVED: November 5 , 2001
ATTEST:
Village Clerk
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APPROVED:
Village President