Funding for public art.
Minneapolis Code of Ordinances § 43.50
in effect43.50. - Funding for public art.
(a) Definitions. As used in this section, the following terms shall have the meanings herein set forth:
(1) Conservation means repair done when needed to return artwork to its original condition and integrity, which may be the result of flaws, neglect, aging, damage, or vandalism.
(2) Maintenance means regular routine inspection and care of artwork, such as cleaning and applying protective surface coatings.
(3) Public art means physical art assets, such as outdoor sculpture and artwork integrated into physical structures and environments.
(b) Funding. During each calendar year, the city shall dedicate a minimum amount of funding, regardless of source, to the commissioning, siting, placement, conservation, and maintenance of public art. The minimum amount of funding shall be the equivalent of one and one-half (1.5) percent of the total amount of net debt bonds authorized by the city council and mayor through the city's annual budget process.
(c) The city shall maintain public art policies governing the development, administration, and implementation of all assets funded through this section. (Ord. No. 2025-048, § 2, 10-9-25, eff. 5-31-26)
Source: City of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Code of Ordinances, City Charter and Park and Recreation Board Code of Ordinances (Municode Library, library.municode.com)URL: https://library.municode.com/mn/minneapolis/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_TIT2AD_CH43DEARCUAF_43.50FUPUARFetched: 11/2/2026