HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-11-13; Public Art Advisory Subcommittee; ; Barrio Traffic Circle permanent public art project and artist selection processMeeting Date:
Special Meeting
Nov. 13, 2024
To: Public Art Advisory Subcommittee – Barrio Traffic Circle
From: Craddock Stropes, Cultural Arts Manager
Staff Contact: Craddock Stropes, Cultural Arts Manager
Craddock.stropes@carlsbadca.gov, 442-339-2090
Subject: Barrio Traffic Circle permanent public art project and artist selection
process
District: 1
Recommended Action
Receive and review qualified artists’ submissions for the Barrio Traffic Circle permanent public
art project and score submissions in order to select the highest ranked artist or artist team, who
will be invited to make a presentation to the Public Art Advisory Subcommittee at a subsequent
scheduled meeting.
Executive Summary
As part of its commitment to promoting arts and culture in Carlsbad, the city sets aside money
for certain construction projects to incorporate permanent public art. Community involvement
is an integral part of the permanent public art development process in Carlsbad.
Explanation & Analysis
Tied to the city’s Capital Improvement Program budget and plan, Carlsbad Municipal Code
2.18.110 (appropriations for arts) allocates 1% of the total cost of the construction project to
fund permanent public art. The overall construction budget for the Barrio Traffic Circle Project
No. 4015 is $110,000 for site-integrated permanent public artwork in the traffic circle located at
the intersection of Pine Avenue and Harding Street.
The Call for Artists Qualifications was developed to elicit artists and artist teams from California
with public art experience to respond to the outlined criteria, which was informed by input
from the Barrio community. The Call for Artists Qualifications document was released on Friday,
April 26, 2024, as an open call to artists and artist teams located in California. The artist’s
application period closed on Monday, June 24, 2024.
PUBLIC ART ADVISORY SUBCOMMITTEE
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The Public Art Advisory Subcommittee’s role is to ensure the artist selected for the permanent
public art for the Barrio Traffic Circle meets the criteria and guidelines for the artist/artist team
as detailed on page 6 of the Call for Artists Qualifications (Exhibit 1). As a site-specific piece, the
public art will honor the history and culture of the Barrio community. The subcommittee will
evaluate and score each qualified artist’s/artist team’s application with a weighted scoring
system:
Criteria Weight
Artist or artist team experience, qualifications, statement of interest 30 points
Artist portfolio featuring past public art projects 40 points
Examples working within public sector with extensive public outreach and
references. 25 points
Estimated labor costs, materials costs, project schedule and value-added offerings 5 points
The highest ranked artists or artist teams will be invited to a subsequent Public Art Advisory
Subcommittee meeting to make a presentation and answer questions from the Public Art
Advisory Subcommittee.
Community Engagement
The chosen artist or artist team will involve the community in the development of the art, and
the community will have an opportunity to review the proposed artwork concept prior to it
being considered by the City Council for approval.
Fiscal Analysis
A total budget of $110,000 has been identified to fund permanent public art for the Barrio
Traffic Circle Project No. 4015.
Next Steps
• The Public Art Advisory Subcommittee will review and rank all 9 qualified applicants at
this meeting.
• Following this meeting, staff will invite the finalists to participate in an interview at the
Public Art Advisory Subcommittee Meeting on Dec. 19.
• City staff will work with the selected artist or artist team will enter into an agreement
for the design portion of the project.
• After the design agreement has been fully executed, project team meetings and
community engagement will commence.
Once the final design concept has been developed, the artist or artist team will present to the
city’s Arts Commission, and then to City Council. Following City Council approval, the artist will
enter a contract for the fabrication and installation of the piece. This will be timed to coincide
with construction of the traffic circle, currently anticipated to begin in early 2025.
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Environmental Evaluation
This action does not require environmental review because it does not constitute a project
within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act under California Public
Resources Code Section 21065 in that it has no potential to cause either a direct physical
change or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
Exhibits
1. City of Carlsbad, CA, Barrio Traffic Circle Public Art, Call for Artists Qualifications
2. Artist team submission materials Public Art Advisory Subcommittee | Carlsbad, CA
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CALL for ARTISTS
OPEN COMPETITION
Permanent Public Art:
Request for Qualifications, Artist
Selection, Conceptual Design
and Fabrication
Barrio Traffic Circle Public Art
Capital Improvement Program,
Project No. 4015
Date issued Friday, April 26, 2024
Due Monday, June 24, 2024
5 p.m.
Contact Fiona Everett
Senior Management Analyst
Library & Cultural Arts
City of Carlsbad
442-339-2090
arts@carlsbadca.gov
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Table of Contents
Call for Artists Qualifications ………………………………………………………………………………………….….. 2
Project Description ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2
Background ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3
About the City of Carlsbad ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3
About the Carlsbad Barrio …………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3
Arts and Culture in Carlsbad ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
What to Expect with this Project ………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Submittal Requirements, Eligibility and Selection Criteria ………………………………………………….. 6
Budget ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Project Schedule ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9
Exhibit A, Public Art Site Map ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 10
Exhibit B, Phase 1, Community Input Summary ………………..………………………………………………… 11
Exhibit C, Professional Services Design Agreement …………………………………………………………….. 30
Exhibit D, Public Works Fabrication Contract ………………………………………………………………………. 39
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Call for Artists Qualifications
The City of Carlsbad's Library & Cultural Arts Department seeks to qualify an artist or artist team to enter
into an agreement to develop a site-integrated work of art for the Village and Barrio traffic circle project
located at the intersection of Pine Avenue and Harding Street in Carlsbad, California. A permanent public
art should reflect the Barrio’s neighborhood identity and cultural and historic heritage.
As a site-specific piece, the permanent public art will connect to common themes shared by residents:
Barrio pride
Pride was expressed about not just the history and heritage of the Barrio, but the strong sense of
community and diversity that exists today. A strong work ethic also came through as a source of pride,
from the early days of working as ranchers and farmers and continuing today.
People helping people
Taking care of one another is something that came up often. Barrio residents feel a sense of security and
connectedness because there are strong family and community ties and culture of looking out for one
another.
Authentic, unique beauty
Many people described the Barrio as peaceful, beautiful and clean, with pride of ownership demonstrated
through how people maintain their properties. There is unique charm in the architecture and history of
original homes and cottages. It stands out as a unique part of Carlsbad.
Hope and promise, rooted in history
The Barrio is a safe, secure place that provides a solid foundation upon which people can pursue their
dreams of a bright future. Seeing local landmarks as they were in the past helps keep the community
connected to their history and creates a sense of nostalgia, while serving as a reminder of the
opportunities available to all people.
Project Description, Traffic Circles
Overview
The City of Carlsbad Public Works Department is planning to implement the initial phase of traffic calming
that was identified in the Village and Barrio Master Plan. This initial phase consists of five (5)
traffic circles, two (2) traffic calming features, and one (1) crosswalk improvements at intersections located
within the Village and Barrio neighborhoods. Public art has been identified at the intersection of Pine
Avenue and Harding Street to be incorporated into one traffic circle.
Purpose and Need
The purpose of the project is to provide traffic calming features and enhance safety for all modes of
transportation in Carlsbad’s Village and Barrio neighborhoods. Traffic calming measures can enhance
safety for all users, support walkability, enhance quality of life, and increase property values. The project
study area consists of primarily residential land use with some supporting land uses. The users of the
mobility network include elementary school children, seniors and residents of all ages. Key destinations
within the study area include Pine Avenue Community Park, the Carlsbad Senior Center, Chase Field and
Jefferson Elementary School.
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Background
The Village and Barrio are the historic heart of Carlsbad, representing Carlsbad’s past, character and
culture. The Village and Barrio Master Plan sets forth a vision to honor the very best of these two
neighborhoods while adapting to changing community, environmental and economic needs.
The Village and Barrio Master Plan also establishes the vision for the ideal future character and
development of the two areas and sets forth the strategy or “roadmap” for achieving that vision. This plan
has been developed in consultation with the Carlsbad community through an iterative process that began
in 2013.
About the City of Carlsbad
Now a city of roughly 115,000, the city is still known as a “village by the sea” and prides itself on its small,
coastal town feel. No longer reliant on agriculture as a sole economic engine, the City of Carlsbad is a
popular tourist destination and home to a number of commercial and industrial enterprises. Its enviable
location between San Diego and Los Angeles, striking coastline, fertile soil and temperate climate all
ensure the city's attractiveness and growth into the 21st century.
About the Carlsbad Barrio
Carlsbad’s Barrio is the city’s first residential neighborhood, dating back to the early 1900s. Today it’s
home to families who have lived in the same home for generations along with newer residents of all ages
and a mix of original homes, remodeled properties, newly built condominiums, places of worship and
small businesses.
The roughly 135-acre Barrio area first served as a residential enclave for new immigrants supporting the
agriculture economy of the city. Today, the Barrio reflects elements of its past in its historic buildings as
well as in its long-time residents and cohesive community. As with the Village, the street grid and alleys
that cross much of the Barrio contribute to a connected and walkable community.
The site’s history also has strong ties to education. The city’s first school, built in in 1872, sat on the
intersection’s southwest corner, which later served as the first home to the Carlsbad Unified School
District. Today, this building has been repurposed as the city’s Senior Center and Parks & Recreation
offices. This site was also the original location of the city library’s Centro de Información, the Library
Learning Center, provides books, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers, CDs, DVDs to meet the
informational, educational and recreational needs of public. The center also offers bilingual programs for
children and adults, free use of computer lab, and literacy tutoring in basic reading, writing, and computer
skills for adults. The Adult Learning Program has been a model for promoting literacy by providing free
tutoring in basic reading, writing and computer skills, serving hundreds of adults since its founding and
also offers Career Online High School, a free, accredited online high school diploma program. The Library
Learning Center was the third library to open its doors in Carlsbad and serves nearly 5,000 children, teens
and adults each month and features a Spanish, English and bilingual library collection for all ages.
Land use in the Barrio is primarily residential, with a wide range of housing types, from single-family and
two-family dwellings on small lots within the center of the neighborhood along Roosevelt and Madison
streets to higher density multi-family residential development located around the neighborhood’s
perimeter west of Interstate 5 and east of the railroad tracks. Other uses in the Barrio include public,
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institutional, recreation, and limited commercial and industrial uses. Pine Avenue Community Park and
Community Center and Chase Field are next to the City of Carlsbad Senior Center.
Arts and Culture in Carlsbad
Arts and culture have long been essential components of Carlsbad life. Founded in 1986, the city’s Cultural
Arts office provides cultural services throughout the community and works with a host of partners on arts
programming and appreciation. Two of its most popular programs have been TGIF Concerts in the Parks, a
free musical series offered each summer, and the William D. Cannon Art Gallery, presenting works by
local, regional and international artists. Today, the city recognizes the value of a strong arts and culture
community as an integral part of daily life, as well as the strong growth of the arts and creative economies
within the region.
In June 2018, City Council approved the Arts & Culture Master Plan that supports the City of Carlsbad’s
commitment to these following core values: High-quality programs, dedicated resources and history of
partnership.
The guiding principles outlined in the Arts & Culture Master Plan elevates the role of the Cultural Arts
office to expand from a provider of arts programming and funding into a broader set of new roles that
allow the city to realize this vision of the arts and culture in everyday life while stimulating an expanding
creative sector economy. This effort continues to build on its ability to bring residents together with the
city as a leader in bringing innovative ideas to the community, partnering with local groups to create
capacity within the creative sector and connecting across city departments and among city partners.
The city’s Cultural Arts office supports quality arts and cultural programming that promotes the
representation and participation of diverse groups of individuals, including and not limited to people of
differing abilities, class, generations, ethnicities and races, gender identities, religious or spiritual beliefs,
sexual orientations and veteran status.
About the city’s Art in Public Places Program
The city’s public art program has a prominent and significant history. The city’s Art in Public Places
Program integrates art and the vision of artists into the development of public settings by collaborating
with local, regional and nationally-known artists to include the values and history of the community into
their work.
The goals of the program are:
• To increase the understanding and appreciation of art in public places for Carlsbad
residents and visitors.
• To acquire and commission quality and diverse works of art for community enrichment
that is site specific and environmentally responsive.
• To encourage participation of diverse socioeconomic and ethnic groups in the art in
public places program and process.
• To support and involve artists in developing, collaborating and implementing Carlsbad's
public spaces and community development projects.
• To encourage collaboration between artists and architects, landscape architects and civil
engineers for public projects.
• To encourage an environment for artistic creativity in Carlsbad and promote Carlsbad as
a local, state and national leader in arts, culture and public art.
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• To increase awareness of Carlsbad's art in public places activities as an integral
component for attracting business and tourism to Carlsbad.
For more information, visit the city’s public art program and the city’s permanent collection webpage.
About the city’s Public Art Process
Carlsbad Municipal Code 2.18.110 requires that a minimum of 1% of the cost of certain construction
projects be dedicated to public art. The city’s Art in Public Places Program is administered by the city’s
Cultural Arts office, which follows a set of policies and procedures that guides the entire process.
The public art process involves:
• Engaging the community in creating a vision for the artwork
• Convening a Public Art Advisory Subcommittee representing the community, artists and other
stakeholders who will choose the artist
• Working with the artist to connect with the community and engage them in the design process,
then responding with specific designs
• Engaging in review and approval by the city’s Arts Commission and City Council
• Finalizing and installing new public art
• Maintaining the public art
What to Expect with this Project
In December 2023, the community was invited to share input about how the new permanent public art
could best reflect the Barrio’s neighborhood identity and cultural and historic heritage. The input summary
(Exhibit B) may be found on page 11.
The selected artist or artist team should anticipate participation in additional community engagement
activities, prior to settling on a final design:
Phase 1: Vision for artwork
Phase 2: Selection of artist
Phase 3: Artist collaboration
Phase 4: Feedback on the proposed artwork
The Final Work of Art should:
• Be an original, site-specific treatment to public space that creates a sense of place in the proposed
outdoor location, and attracts and welcomes visitors to the neighborhood
• Be engaging and aesthetically pleasing to individuals of all ages and backgrounds
• Be fabricated from durable, low maintenance material that can withstand the outdoor elements and
requires minimal maintenance
• Illumination of a light-based sculpture must not intrude on neighboring homes
• The artwork must not create a disorienting situation or cause a distraction for drivers, bikers,
pedestrians (i.e. highly reflective material discouraged)
• The artwork must improve and not detract from the safety of the site
• The artwork must allow for visibility to oncoming traffic and pedestrians
• The artwork should be designed “in the round” and be equally intriguing from all angles
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• The artwork should be scaled to the attention of approaching drivers, but should not be so detailed
that it requires up-close or extended inspection for appreciation
• Interactive artwork is discouraged, and sculptures must not create a desire for pedestrian activity
(i.e. selfies). The traffic circle is not intended to be a gathering spot, which would cause pedestrians
to cross traffic
• Incorporate input from the Carlsbad community, including but not limited to nearby schools, with a
sensitivity to the environment, history, traditions, and iconography that uplift the prideful aspects of
this community
• Embrace the community values that make up the Carlsbad Community Vision
Prospective Site
See the attached Exhibit A.
Submittal Requirements, Eligibility and Selection Process
The Call for Artists Qualifications is established for professional artists based in California. Carlsbad-
based artists are encouraged to apply.
Artists or artists teams will be rated on a total of 100 points, and will be required to submit the following
information:
Artist Vitae and Statement of Interest.
Description of the artist or artist team’s interest in the project, artist’s statement to include the approach
and style of work and relevant experience or background that qualifies you for this project.
[Rating criteria weight: 30 points]
Artist Portfolio.
A minimum of four (4) and up to ten (10) samples of past work, including an annotated image list stating
the title of the piece, commissioning body, project budget, date, medium and dimensions.
[Rating criteria weight: 40 points]
Work Experience and Working within the Public Sector.
List public art projects conducted in the public sector; documentation of two or more public art
commissions over $50,000 per project. List materials costs, rates and other costs per referenced project.
Provide brief (no more than 200 words) narrative on community engagement process involved with each
project. Artist or artist teams should have extensive community outreach experience. Include contact
information: name, organization, title, their role in the project scope, address, phone, email with the list of
references.
[Rating criteria weight: 25 points]
Project Schedule and Value-Added Offerings.
Estimated schedule for completion of work for the proposed project. Value-added offerings describe how
the artist or artist team will provide the best value to the City of Carlsbad. Value-added offerings could
include rates, specialized expertise, project management approach to increase efficiency, familiarity with
the City of Carlsbad or other ways you will ensure maximum value for dollars spent.
[Rating criteria weight: 5 points]
Only complete and final submissions following the requirements outlined in this document will be
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considered and moved forward to the next step for consideration. Artists and artist teams will be asked to
submit materials to be reviewed, considered and evaluated by the Public Art Advisory Subcommittee. The
Public Art Advisory Subcommittee is an in-person, public noticed meeting, comprised of city Arts
Commissioners, arts professional(s) and community members. Then the short-list of qualified artists and
artist teams will be narrowed down to include the highest ranked finalists, and those artists or artists
teams are invited to participate in in-person interviews at the next scheduled Public Art Advisory
Subcommittee meeting. At that time, artists and artist teams will need to describe their past experiences
and qualifications on how it relates to the current Call for Artists Qualifications for the Barrio Traffic Circle
public art project. The city will offer a standard and reasonable payment to all participating artists and
artists teams for their in-person presentation/interview with the Public Art Advisory Subcommittee.
This Call for Artists Qualifications process does not involve that the artist or artist team prepare any
specific ideas based or proposed design concepts for their submission materials. Once an artist or artist
team is selected, then they will enter into a design agreement and it’s at that time the site-specific artistic
proposals for the project are developed after learning more about the project through site visits and
interactions with city staff, the project and design team and through conversations and input by
community stakeholders.
The selection process will take place in multiple steps:
•City staff will identify a short-list of qualified artists or artist teams to begin the submission
application process. Once application materials have been submitted, the first Public Art Advisory
Subcommittee meeting will commence.
•The Public Art Advisory Subcommittee will review, consider and evaluate the artist and artist team
application submission materials.
•The highest ranked artists or artist teams will be invited to give presentations and be prepared for an
interview by the Public Art Advisory Subcommittee in an in-person, publicly noticed meeting,
comprised of city Arts Commissioners, arts professionals, community members and city staff.
•From these presentations, the Public Art Advisory Subcommittee will make recommendations on
which artist or artist team will be invited to enter into a design agreement, then develop a site-
specific proposal for artwork.
•The selected artist will enter into an agreement (Exhibit C) for the design portion with City of
Carlsbad.
•The artist’s design proposal will be shared with the community in order to receive feedback.
•Following community input, the design will be reviewed and approved by the Carlsbad Arts
Commission and Carlsbad City Council. Once reviewed and approved, the artist will enter into a
fabrication and installation contract (Exhibit D).
Additional Considerations
The artist and artist teams will be selected on the basis of the following criteria:
•Quality of concept, design and craftsmanship of past works
•Visual and technical sophistication
•Creativity of approach of past work
• Ability to produce durable outdoor art
•A proven ability to coordinate and collaborate with city staff and project design professionals
•Consider communities’ artistic and
cultural expressions and feedback by including them in the process
•Demonstrate sensitivity and awareness of community character, input and concerns
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•Ability to communicate effectively
•Demonstrated ability to complete projects on time and within budget
•Ability to work in a public environment with multiple project members on a condensed and
aggressive time frame
•Portfolio review
Application submissions will be ranked based on a weighted scoring system.
Criteria Weight
Artist or artist team experience, qualifications, statement of interest 30 points
Artist portfolio featuring past public art projects 40 points
Examples working within public sector with extensive public outreach and
references. Documentation of two or more public art commissions over $50,000 per
project, materials costs, rates and other costs
25 points
Estimated project schedule and value-added offerings 5 points
Conflict of Interest
No person performing services for the city, in connection with the establishment of any agreements or any
projects resulting from this solicitation, shall have a financial or other personal interest other than
employment or retention by the city in any contract or subcontract in connection with this solicitation or
any resulting project. No officer or employee of such person retained by the city shall have any financial or
other personal interest in the resulting project, unless such interest is openly disclosed upon the public
records of the city and such officer, employee, or person has not participated in the acquisition of such
property for or on behalf of the city.
Submission of Materials
Submittals for the Call for Artists Qualifications shall be 8.5 x 11 inch, 11-point font or larger, 1.15 space
between lines, and maximum twenty (20) pages total in length. Four (4) to ten (10) images may be placed
onto the document. Document to be bundled into a single .pdf format for final submission. Each page
within the submission should be labeled with your name and contact information at the header.
Email submission materials to: arts@carlsbadca.gov
Subject line: Barrio Traffic Circle, Call for Artist Qualification Submission, Your Name
Deadline for submissions: Monday, June 24 by 5 p.m.
Notification of Results
Artists will be notified of the Public Art Advisory Subcommittee’s decision by email. The City of Carlsbad
reserves the right not to select any of the submissions.
We’re here to help:
City of Carlsbad, Cultural Arts office
Fiona Everett, Senior Management Analyst
E: fiona.everett@carlsbadca.gov
T: 442-339-2090
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Budget
The total budget for this public art project is not to exceed $110,000.
The selected artist will receive a design contract (Exhibit C) for $17,600 to develop a site-integrated design
proposal. If the design proposal is accepted, the artist will receive a subsequent contract (Exhibit D) of up
to $70,400 to fabricate and install the artwork. Additionally, $22,000 will be withheld for administrative,
conservation and other related project costs. Artists should know that any proposal by a selected artist or
artist team must undergo an extensive approval process which may include revision or modification
through the city's Art in Public Places Program and required city contracts. Please consider this approval
process and contractual process and obligations when submitting qualifications. The process, fees and
services are subject to negotiation based on proposed deliverables and must meet the city’s standards for
public stewardship and must adhere to all city Public Works processes.
Project Schedule
The city is set to complete final design for the traffic circle, along with other traffic calming features, and
will go to the City Council for approval of the plans and authorization to advertise to bid in summer 2024.
Construction is anticipated to begin in late 2024.
The artist or artist team will work with city staff to develop the artwork within the schedule of the traffic
circle construction. The Call for Artists is open to professional artists residing in the United States, and
those who have been identified to submit application materials. The total project budget is not to exceed
$110,000, all inclusive of travel expenses, taxes, materials, installation services, all other related project
costs, as well as crafting a maintenance plan. The artist or artist team is responsible for the maintenance
for one year upon completion of artwork. Artist or artist team will be available to participate in any
unveiling or opening event activities. Opportunities may exist for artist or artist team to collaborate with
city staff on community arts education events.
The submittal deadline is Monday, June 24 by 5 p.m.
The agreement will be established for a period of two years. The city reserves the right to extend the
contract for two (2) additional two-year periods, or parts thereof if authorized by the City Manager/Executive
Manager. The City of Carlsbad reserves the right, at any time, to modify the city’s Agreement or Contract,
to reject any or all submissions, to re-open the Call for Artists. Award of a Professional Services Agreement
for design and a Public Works Contract for the fabrication portion does not guarantee the selected firm
will perform all or any portion of the services described in this Call for Artists, nor does it guarantee that
the maximum amount will be expended. Please review Exhibits C and D of this Call for Artists
Qualifications, Professional Services Agreement and Public Works Contract.
The selected artists will enter into an agreement with City of Carlsbad. The sample city agreement is
attached for reference and the artist should be aware of the requirements prior to submitting a response
to this Call for Artists Qualifications.
The city’s contract process is dictated by many levels of review and may take several months to
complete. This agreement will not be subject to negotiations; therefore, if the artist is not able to comply
with the terms of these agreement, please do not submit a response to this Call for Artists Qualifications.
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Exhibit A, Public Art Site Map
**Final design subject to change.
Key
- Public art site; 16.36’ diameter setting, up-lighting
- Retaining wall around the public art site-inclusive of artist interpretation
8” thickness, 18” height
- Low landscaping with drip irrigation
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Exhibit B, Input Summary
Barrio Traffic Circle Project Public Art Phase 1 Community Input Summary
Carlsbad’s Barrio is the city’s first residential neighborhood, dating back to the early 1900s. Today it’s
home to families who have lived in the same home for generations along with newer residents of all
ages and a mix of original homes, remodeled properties, newly built condominiums, places of worship
and small businesses.
Given its flat terrain and proximity to the beach and the Village, the Barrio is a neighborhood with many
walkers and cyclists. That’s why the Village and Barrio Master Plan recommended changes to local
streets to slow down traffic and provide a better balance in the roadway for all modes of travel.
Since 2017, city staff have worked with the community to design new features to key streets in the
Barrio to accomplish this goal. The final project includes five new traffic circles, crosswalk improvements
and other traffic calming features.
Carlsbad Municipal Code 2.18.110 requires that a minimum of 1% of the cost of certain construction
projects be dedicated to public art. For this project, the public art will be located in a traffic circle at the
corner of Harding Street and Pine Avenue.
Community engagement approach
The city involved the community at the earliest stages of the project’s development to gather feedback
about how the new permanent public art could best reflect the Barrio’s neighborhood identity and
cultural and historic heritage. The community will be invited to provide input at future stages of the
process as well. Below are the phases of engagement:
Phase 1: Vision for artwork (This report)
• What does the guidance provided in the Village and Barrio Master Plan mean to the community
in the context of this public art project?
o How can this public art reflect or enhance the Barrio neighborhood identity?
o How can this public art honor the cultural and historic heritage of the Barrio?
• What makes you proud of this neighborhood?
• How do you want to feel when you see the public art?
Phase 2: Selection of artist
• Which of the artists seems like the best choice for this public art project?
Phase 3: Artist collaboration
• Questions for this phase will be developed in collaboration with the artist.
Phase 4: Feedback on the proposed artwork
• How well does this public art reflect the community’s input?
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The opportunities
Community members were provided with two opportunities to provide input that would be used to
inform the call for artists, the first step in the public art process.
Interviews with Spanish speaking community
members
Dec. 12 to Dec. 17, 2023
20 participants
Public workshop
Dec. 6, 2023
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Carlsbad Senior Center auditorium
11 participants
The public workshop was promoted through
the following:
• News release
• Post on NextDoor
• Social media
• City Manager’s Update – sent Nov. 16
and Nov. 30, 2023
• Emails to Village and Barrio stakeholders
– Sent Nov. 17 and Dec. 4
• Emails to arts stakeholders – sent Dec. 1
• Arts Commissioner outreach
• Banner at Chase Field, Senior Center and
Pine Park field
• Fliers at community centers and library
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Key themes
Detailed notes are included in this report, including individual answers to each of the questions asked.
The summary below attempts to capture the most common themes, however the entirety of this report
should be considered when developing the call for artists.
Barrio pride Pride was expressed about not just the history and heritage of the Barrio, but the strong sense of
community and diversity that exists today. A strong work ethic also came through as a source of pride,
from the early days of working as ranchers and farmers and continuing today.
People helping people
Taking care of one another is something that came up often. People feel a sense of security and
connectedness because of strong family and community ties and culture of looking out for one another.
Authentic, unique beauty Many people described the Barrio as peaceful, beautiful and clean, with pride of ownership
demonstrated through how people maintain their properties, retaining the unique charm of original
homes and cottages. It stands out as a unique part of Carlsbad.
Hope and promise, rooted in history
The Barrio is a safe, secure place that provides a solid foundation upon which people can pursue their
dreams of a bright future. Seeing local landmarks as they were in the past helps keep the community
connected to their history and creates a sense of nostalgia, while serving as a reminder of the
opportunities available to all people.
Concerns
When asked what community members would like to avoid in a new public art, some of the themes
included:
• Don’t create something generic, with no noticeable relationship to the people and history of the
Barrio.
• Connection to the beach come up often and something people like about the Barrio, but that
did not translate as something people would like to see referenced in the artwork. This could be
related to the previous bullet. There is a strong desire for something unique to the Barrio.
• Some said they did not want a public art that stood out from the surroundings and existing
nearby art, not something too abstract or modern.
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Summary of input
What three words would you use to describe the Barrio?
Workshop participants
Spanish speaking community members
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Combined input
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What makes the Barrio special?
Workshop flip chart notes
• Walkable
• Charming
• Generations of family
• Clean
• Fresh
• Pride
• Relaxing
• Close knit
• Unique
• Authenticity
• Walking
• Decorations
• Pride
• Grown up in Barrio
• Community
• Sense of support
• Safety
• Local talent
• Chase Field
• Holiday Park
Workshop participants
• Grown up here since 1963, worked with muralist at 4 stage DT, restored it
• The community
• Raised here, the community, takes care of each other
• Resident since '99 - like to see local talent used in art
(orange backstop is a good example)
• Keep art in the community
• Grew up here; the community, mix of people living here and businesses; walkable, history
• Family of original homeowners, history, much of first residents were laborers and should be
recognized; community has each other's backs in Barrio; community, history and hard work
• Scale, walkable charm
• 27-year resident
• Deep roots, family generations
• 1976 original families
• Gentrification
• Longtime residents enjoy the culture and history
• Well-kept houses, older style homes
• Heritage and feel of the village
• Walkability
• Gardens and cottages
• Individuality in decoration, pride in upkeep
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• Diversity in architecture, character
• The Barrio’s history is what makes The Barrio special. Here is where Pine school started,
followed by the Carlsbad School District and Jefferson School where learning was key.
Important institutions that helped build Carlsbad. The people of the Barrio are some of the first
and oldest residents of Carlsbad. The Carlsbad Boys Club and Chase Field where fair play and
sportsmanship were practiced. Carlsbad Community Church and St. Patrick’s Church where the
community was developed spiritually. The 7up Market in the heart of the Barrio, the Big Bear
Market Shopping center and Mayfair Shopping center helped grow the Carlsbad economy. All
these organizations and establishments helped build Carlsbad. They also keep the Carlsbad
spirit alive. Many past residents on social media share memories of all these places when they
speak of their memories of Carlsbad.
Spanish speaking community members
• It's near and accessible to everything. Friendly, family oriented, people know each other.
• Parks, it is pretty, very nice place, sports-oriented. Accessible to everything.
• Lots of diversity, people love it here, beach, near everything
• Beaches, lagoon, beauty, tranquility, used to be cheap to live here
• Pacific, near work, walkable, the climate, near everything
• Beach, tranquility
• Nice park, Pollos Maria, I have all these memories from walking from school the park, Lite
program, walking the dog
• Safety, clean, pretty, being modernized, safe, low density, peaceful
• Beach, trees, birds, pretty
• Community, beach, village
• Safe, its people, the schools, peaceful
• Magnificent, its people, the services, the community, beautiful
• Peaceful, clean, near the beach
• The community, its people, the children
• Its people, the Raza, the historic Barrio still can be seen
• Its parks, the library, the schools, the Village
• Peaceful, safety, used to be lots of gangs on the streets, but not now
• Peaceful, it's always clean, safety
• The history of the Barrio is celebrated, its Mexican roots with the events in the parks
• The connectedness. The Mexican roots. How different it is from the rest of Carlsbad.
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What makes you proud of this neighborhood?
Workshop participants
• History and coming together of community
• Coming together for Posadas (expected every Sunday)
• People interwoven, everyone knows each other
• Before Pine Park it was Chase or Holiday Park
• Feeling safe, everyone looks out for each other
• Like the sculpture flowers public art; beautiful and tie into the history
• Historic, long time families, original
• Long family ties before development
• Well kept
• History, reflect history
• Deep roots
• No change; small homes, keep heritage, feel
• walks, decorative cottages
• Individuality
• Sense of pride
• No vandalizing mosaics, flowers
• Respect history of Barrio
• Enjoys city is spread out, easy going vibe
• The neighborhood has character and is well kept
• Proud of the history, "deep roots" of the neighborhood
• I have lived in the Barrio all my life. My family has a long history in the Barrio way before I came
along. The neighborhood holds many memories for me and stories of a time when family who
are no longer with us lived here and made a significant impact on the Barrio community. There
are other families and friends who made an impact on the neighborhood and the city as well.
Our Mexican Heritage, although there were many other cultures and backgrounds in the Barrio.
It was a neighborhood where everyone knew everybody and we all supported each other.
Spanish-speaking community members
• I've lived here since I was a kid, I can't imagine living anywhere else. It’s a safe home.
• Peaceful, safety, protected (by police)
• Close, walkable to the beach
• Peaceful, walkable, safe, near parks, and near libraries
• Safety, cleanliness
• Everything is close. Sense of community, we help each other
• The Latino community
• Living peacefully, safety
• Peaceful, beautiful, mild weather, beach
• Its people, the community is united
• Lots of good people, we help each other, sense of community
• Safety, the beach
• Its people, they are loving, we help each other, sense of community
• The beaches, the stores in the Village
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• Peaceful, the sense of unity with one another, our police force. People are very hardworking,
they respect each other, is beautiful, its family.
• It's super peaceful, everything is close, everything is accessible
• Schools, education, kind people
• It's a beautiful city, with spaces for the children to play
• I've been here and its always peaceful, without noise
• The place and the people are wonderful
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What would you like to see in the new artwork?
Flip chart notes from workshop
• Proud of art
• Vibrant colors
• Sense of pride
• Brings back memories/history of Barrio
• Unique to this community
• More for this community, not tourists
• Tied to Luciano Indians
• Craftmanship
• Solid materials
• Color - vivid
• Natural beauty
• Uplifting
• Cohesive/Different
Workshop comments
• Pride: colors (vibrant oranges, yellows, etc.)
• Memory it may bring in moment - as it ties to Barrio
• Takes me/others back to positive associations/experiences
• Speaks to the history of Barrio
• Unique; couldn't be anywhere else; not generic (not waves/ocean)
• Real landmark that speaks to Barrio
• Ungentrified, ties into roots and history
• Audience should be for community, not tourists
• Speak for those who were here first and come back; in the Barrio people refer to houses by the
name of those who built them
• Luiseño Indians, farmworkers, laborers recognized (similar to mural)
• Something with hands - see as vision (could represent the farmworkers, sense of
community, laborers) not sure what exactly it would look like
• Something like what Carlsbad was like before more development (dirt roads)
• Bean field, oranges/avocado trees
• Like art near Pizza Port (like the artist); like Victor Ochoa artist in SD
• Want to have something proud of to look back on
• Speaks to original history (Harding to Roosevelt original streets
• Wording of Barrio Carlsbad also incorporated
• Like vibrant colors (oranges, yellows) sculpture at State and Coast Hwy is nice but not
appropriate for here/this location
• Crafted, beautiful craftsmanship
• Solid/materials/stone
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• Nature/colors/vivid in heritage
• Other motion not work lane
• Meld Village and Barrio together (gateway)
• Not abstract/ Has to be colorful
• Colorful idea
• Uplifting
• Natural beauty
• Desire to feel uplifted – “Tickles the cortex”
• Too simple not good
• Distracting, too complex
• Tradition here; history; beauty of surroundings
• Quality and consistency
• Not controversial
• Casinos promote indigenous; highlight ancestors; baskets vibrant/colors/lively/happy
• Beautifully crafted - materials, longevity, sense of awe
• Expert craftsmanship
• Colorful, vivid, rich
• Combined with ties to cultural roots
• Something that is related to plants, colors present in Carlsbad
• Desire to feel uplifted, "Tickles the cortex"
• A reflection of The Barrio’s beginnings and how it has grown and changed and a promise for a
bright future for all people. Something that would take a person back to the old days in
Carlsbad. Agriculture, community activities, memories at landmarks, how pieces of history
affected the Barrio.
• Not a safety hazard
Spanish speaking community members
• Friendly, family, welcoming
• Includes the beach, something unique, surprising
• Family
• Colorful, attractive
• Historic, the art reflects the story and the people who have lived here for generations, reflects
what's interesting about the area, its personality, it's not brutalist, corporate brutalist.
• Fountain, water feature, the sea
• Flowers, greenery, statues with history, fountains, trees
• Beach, nature, flowers
• Trees, animals, its people
• Beach
• Colorful, flowers, beach, its people, nature
• Fountain (water feature) plans, poinsettias
• Colorful, catchy
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• Includes the pride in the Hispanic history of this community, its residents, it touches the heart
of people who live here, beautiful.
• Inspire kids to be safe and continue studying, something that inspires future
generations.
• Saint Patrick, the Lola signage
• A piece that won't let people forget that this was the affordable area of Carlsbad, for the
working class, farmers, ranchers, the Spanish-speaking Mexican community members.
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What would make you not like the artwork?
Flip chart notes from workshop
• Generic
• Beach colors
• Dolphins/Waves
• Lighting important
• No relation to art
• No story
• Too simple
• Pretentious
• Not angular
• Distracting
• Poorly made
• Sticks out
Workshop participants
• Generic
• Appeals more to tourists
• Take it and put in somewhere else
• Avoid generic beachy colors (dolphins/waves)
• Lighting is important both for mobility, safety and public art visibility
• Luminescent point for public art if possible so light bounces off if possible
• Don't want to feel we have no reaction to the art; must tell story, makes you know it's the
Barrio
• Needs to speak to families that started Carlsbad
• If it didn't represent the community
• Too simple not good
• Distracting, too complex
• One color
• Not flashy
• It would be abstract
• It would be simple and modern
• It would stick out from the rest of the art around
• Something synthetic, flashy
• Something poorly made
• Not something controversial
• Not interactive
• It does not capture the history of the Barrio. A piece that is not reflective of what the Barrio
is. History, people, organizations. Archives of the Carlsbad Journal show a small town that
reaches out to many residents and organizations of the community. Demonstrates the pride
and achievements of the people of the neighborhood. Many
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people were instrumental in the development and success of Carlsbad. Teachers, Police,
storekeepers, community leaders who lived normal lives but contributed to Carlsbad’s early
beginnings. These people should be celebrated and recognized as Carlsbad’s pioneers.
Spanish-speaking community members
• Too impersonal, awkward
• Ugly. Nothing attractive about it
• Something that has nothing to do with Barrio. With a color palette that doesn't match the
place
• It has nothing to do with the Barrio
• It just has to be nice
• Minimalist, too modern for the historic area, no color
• Something too modern, it needs to include the history, too simple
• Actions that are violent, like people hurting other people, animals
• Scary stuff, like snakes
• Too boring
• Something that is a negative influence for the kids
• Too abstract to capture anything concrete about the community
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Other feedback
Flip charts from workshop
• Harrah's Casino promotions of Indigenous people
• Highlight our ancestors
• Focus on the Barrio and its people
• Beautiful baskets, beautiful colors
• Lighting very important
Workshop participants
• Mentioned Harrah's Casino art as an example of a good job
• Consider Luiseño people's baskets, colors of their work
• Lighting of the art is important
• Landmarks, events and past celebrations. Santa Claus at the first fire station, the
Carlsbad Parade, Pine School, UPS at the end of Walnut Street and many more
memories that I cannot remember or wasn’t around yet to see or experience. Fresh
fruits and vegetables from the fields in Carlsbad.
Spanish-speaking community members
• I'm glad we are being asked our opinion with these interviews.
• The art needs to be attractive, descriptive
• Use innovative materials, new, all elements have cohesion, use a mix of media
• Honor the Hispanic history, like Lola's
• Peaceful
• Before it was Hispanic, it was Luiseño, Chumash, it would be valuable to honor the true roots of
this place.
• Friendly, familiar
• Something that attracts visitors, something new and beautiful
• Plants
• To use materials that are sustainable and good for the environment
• I hope it is beautiful
• It has the potential to include many elements
• Honor the Barrio, as what was the Barrio before gentrification changed things
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Appendices
What three words would you use to describe the Barrio?
Workshop particpants
Family 5
Community 4
Character 3
History 3
Relaxing 3
Authenticity 2
Close-knit 2
Fresh 2
Heart 2
Pride 2
Realness 2
Unique 2
Clean 1
Clear 1
Colorful 1
Hardworking 1
Heritage 1
Home 1
Lasting 1
Modest 1
Original 1
Quaint 1
Spread-out 1
Walkable 1
Flip chart notes from workshop
Community
History
Hard work
Built to last
Quaint
Sense of community
Interwoven
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Spanish-speaking community members
Beautiful 12
Peaceful 8
Safe 4
Community 3
Accessible 2
Beach 2
Diverse 2
Family 2
Walkable 2
Big 1
Clean 1
Comfortable 1
Connected 1
Everything 1
Extraordinary 1
Friendly 1
Hardworking 1
Home 1
Incredible 1
Marvelous 1
Ocean 1
Parks 1
Popular 1
Pride 1
Relaxed 1
Respect 1
Schools 1
Spectacular 1
Sports 1
Stable 1
Sunset 1
Touristic 1 Weather 1
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Exhibit C, Professional Services Agreement
SAMPLE – DO NOT COMPLETE AT THIS TIME
AGREEMENT FOR (INSERT TYPE OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES) SERVICES
(NAME OF CONTRACTOR)
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into as of the ______________ day of
_________________________, 20___, by and between the City of Carlsbad, California, a municipal
corporation ("City") and ______________________________, a _______________, ("Contractor").
RECITALS
A. City requires the professional services of a consultant that is experienced in _______________.
B. Contractor has the necessary experience in providing professional services and advice related to
___________________________.
C. Contractor has submitted a proposal to City and has affirmed its willingness and ability to perform
such work.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of these recitals and the mutual covenants contained herein, City and
Contractor agree as follows:
1. SCOPE OF WORK
City retains Contractor to perform, and Contractor agrees to render, those services (the "Services") that
are defined in attached Exhibit "A," which is incorporated by this reference in accordance with this
Agreement’s terms and conditions.
2. STANDARD OF PERFORMANCE
While performing the Services, Contractor will exercise the reasonable professional care and skill
customarily exercised by reputable members of Contractor's profession practicing in the Metropolitan
Southern California area, and will use reasonable diligence and best judgment while exercising its
professional skill and expertise.
3. TERM
The term of this Agreement will be effective for a period of ______ (__) year(s) from the date first above
written. The City Manager may amend the Agreement to extend it for ______ (__) additional ______ (__)
year(s)or parts thereof. Extensions will be based upon a satisfactory review of Contractor's performance,
City needs, and appropriation of funds by the City Council. The parties will prepare a written amendment
indicating the effective date and length of the extended Agreement.
4. TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE
Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.
5. COMPENSATION
The total fee payable for the Services to be performed during the initial Agreement term shall not exceed
____________ dollars ($_________). No other compensation for the Services will be allowed except for
items covered by subsequent amendments to this Agreement. If the City elects to extend the Agreement,
the amount shall not exceed ________________________________________ dollars ($_________) per
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Agreement year. The City reserves the right to withhold a ten percent (10%) retention until City has
accepted the work and/or Services specified in Exhibit "A."
Incremental payments, if applicable, should be made as outlined in attached Exhibit "A."
6. STATUS OF CONTRACTOR
Contractor will perform the Services in Contractor's own way as an independent contractor and in pursuit
of Contractor's independent calling, and not as an employee of City. Contractor will be under control of
City only as to the result to be accomplished, but will consult with City as necessary. The persons used by
Contractor to provide services under this Agreement will not be considered employees of City for any
purposes.
The payment made to Contractor pursuant to the Agreement will be the full and complete compensation
to which Contractor is entitled. City will not make any federal or state tax withholdings on behalf of
Contractor or its agents, employees or subcontractors. City will not be required to pay any workers'
compensation insurance or unemployment contributions on behalf of Contractor or its employees or
subcontractors. Contractor agrees to indemnify City within thirty (30) days for any tax, retirement
contribution, social security, overtime payment, unemployment payment or workers' compensation
payment which City may be required to make on behalf of Contractor or any agent, employee, or
subcontractor of Contractor for work done under this Agreement. At the City’s election, City may deduct
the indemnification amount from any balance owing to Contractor.
7. SUBCONTRACTING
Contractor will not subcontract any portion of the Services without prior written approval of City. If
Contractor subcontracts any of the Services, Contractor will be fully responsible to City for the acts and
omissions of Contractor's subcontractor and of the persons either directly or indirectly employed by the
subcontractor, as Contractor is for the acts and omissions of persons directly employed by Contractor.
Nothing contained in this Agreement will create any contractual relationship between any subcontractor
of Contractor and City. Contractor will be responsible for payment of subcontractors. Contractor will bind
every subcontractor and every subcontractor of a subcontractor by the terms of this Agreement
applicable to Contractor's work unless specifically noted to the contrary in the subcontract and approved
in writing by City.
8. OTHER CONTRACTORS
The City reserves the right to employ other Contractors in connection with the Services.
9. INDEMNIFICATION
Contractor agrees to defend (with counsel approved by the City), indemnify, and hold harmless the City
and its officers, elected and appointed officials, employees and volunteers from and against all claims,
damages, losses and expenses including attorneys fees arising out of the performance of the work
described herein caused by any negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Contractor, any
subcontractor, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them or anyone for whose acts any of
them may be liable.
The parties expressly agree that any payment, attorney’s fee, costs or expense City incurs or makes to or
on behalf of an injured employee under the City’s self-administered workers’ compensation is included as
a loss, expense or cost for the purposes of this section, and that this section will survive the expiration or
early termination of this Agreement.
10. INSURANCE
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Contractor will obtain and maintain for the duration of the Agreement and any and all amendments,
insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damage to property which may arise out of or in
connection with performance of the services by Contractor or Contractor’s agents, representatives,
employees or subcontractors. The insurance will be obtained from an insurance carrier admitted and
authorized to do business in the State of California. The insurance carrier is required to have a current
Best's Key Rating of not less than "A-:VII"; OR with a surplus line insurer on the State of California’s List of
Approved Surplus Line Insurers (LASLI) with a rating in the latest Best’s Key Rating Guide of at least “A:X”;
OR an alien non-admitted insurer listed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC)
latest quarterly listings report.
10.1 Coverages and Limits. Contractor will maintain the types of coverages and minimum limits
indicated below, unless Risk Manager or City Manager approves a lower amount. These minimum
amounts of coverage will not constitute any limitations or cap on Contractor's indemnification obligations
under this Agreement. City, its officers, agents and employees make no representation that the limits of
the insurance specified to be carried by Contractor pursuant to this Agreement are adequate to protect
Contractor. If Contractor believes that any required insurance coverage is inadequate, Contractor will
obtain such additional insurance coverage, as Contractor deems adequate, at Contractor's sole expense.
The full limits available to the named insured shall also be available and applicable to the City as an
additional insured.
10.1.1 Commercial General Liability (CGL) Insurance. Insurance written on an “occurrence” basis,
including personal & advertising injury, with limits no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence. If a general
aggregate limit applies, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location
or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit.
10.1.2 Automobile Liability. (if the use of an automobile is involved for Contractor's work for City).
$2,000,000 combined single-limit per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
10.1.3 Workers' Compensation and Employer's Liability. Workers' Compensation limits as required by
the California Labor Code. Workers' Compensation will not be required if Contractor has no employees
and provides, to City's satisfaction, a declaration stating this.
10.1.4 Professional Liability. Errors and omissions liability appropriate to Contractor’s profession with
limits of not less than $1,000,000 per claim. Coverage must be maintained for a period of five years
following the date of completion of the work.
10.2 Additional Provisions. Contractor will ensure that the policies of insurance required under this
Agreement contain, or are endorsed to contain, the following provisions:
10.2.1 The City will be named as an additional insured on Commercial General Liability which shall
provide primary coverage to the City.
10.2.2 Contractor will obtain occurrence coverage, excluding Professional Liability, which will be written
as claims-made coverage.
10.2.3 This insurance will be in force during the life of the Agreement and any extensions of it and will
not be canceled without thirty (30) days prior written notice to City sent by certified mail pursuant to the
Notice provisions of this Agreement.
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10.3 Providing Certificates of Insurance and Endorsements. Prior to City's execution of this Agreement,
Contractor will furnish certificates of insurance and endorsements to City.
10.4 Failure to Maintain Coverage. If Contractor fails to maintain any of these insurance coverages,
then City will have the option to declare Contractor in breach, or may purchase replacement insurance or
pay the premiums that are due on existing policies in order to maintain the required coverages. Contractor
is responsible for any payments made by City to obtain or maintain insurance and City may collect these
payments from Contractor or deduct the amount paid from any sums due Contractor under this
Agreement.
10.5 Submission of Insurance Policies. City reserves the right to require, at any time, complete and
certified copies of any or all required insurance policies and endorsements.
11. BUSINESS LICENSE
Contractor will obtain and maintain a City of Carlsbad Business License for the term of the Agreement, as
may be amended from time-to-time.
12. ACCOUNTING RECORDS
Contractor will maintain complete and accurate records with respect to costs incurred under this
Agreement. All records will be clearly identifiable. Contractor will allow a representative of City during
normal business hours to examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of records and any other
documents created pursuant to this Agreement. Contractor will allow inspection of all work, data,
documents, proceedings, and activities related to the Agreement for a period of three (3) years from the
date of final payment under this Agreement.
13. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
All work product produced by Contractor or its agents, employees, and subcontractors pursuant to this
Agreement is the property of City. In the event this Agreement is terminated, all work product produced
by Contractor or its agents, employees and subcontractors pursuant to this Agreement will be delivered
at once to City. Contractor will have the right to make one (1) copy of the work product for Contractor’s
records.
14. COPYRIGHTS
Contractor agrees that all copyrights that arise from the services will be vested in City and Contractor
relinquishes all claims to the copyrights in favor of City.
15. NOTICES
The name of the persons who are authorized to give written notice or to receive written notice on behalf
of City and on behalf of Contractor under this Agreement are:
For City: For Contractor:
Name Name
Title Title Project Manager
Dept Address
CITY OF CARLSBAD
Address Phone
Email
Phone
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Each party will notify the other immediately of any changes of address that would require any notice or
delivery to be directed to another address.
16. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Contractor shall file a Conflict of Interest Statement with the City Clerk in accordance with the
requirements of the City of Carlsbad Conflict of Interest Code. The Contractor shall report investments or
interests as required in the City of Carlsbad Conflict of Interest Code.
Yes ☐ No ☐
If yes, list the contact information below for all individuals required to file:
Name Email Phone Number
17. GENERAL COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
Contractor will keep fully informed of federal, state and local laws and ordinances and regulations which
in any manner affect those employed by Contractor, or in any way affect the performance of the Services
by Contractor. Contractor will at all times observe and comply with these laws, ordinances, and
regulations and will be responsible for the compliance of Contractor's services with all applicable laws,
ordinances and regulations.
Contractor will be aware of the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and will
comply with those requirements, including, but not limited to, verifying the eligibility for employment of
all agents, employees, subcontractors and consultants whose services are required by this Agreement.
18. CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) ADVANCED CLEAN FLEETS REGULATIONS
Contractor’s vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 8,500 lbs. and light-duty package
delivery vehicles operated in California may be subject to the California Air Resources Board (CARB)
Advanced Clean Fleets regulations. Such vehicles may therefore be subject to requirements to reduce
emissions of air pollutants. For more information, please visit the CARB Advanced Clean Fleets webpage
at https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/advanced-clean-fleets.
19. DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT PROHIBITED
Contractor will comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations prohibiting
discrimination and harassment.
20. DISPUTE RESOLUTION
If a dispute should arise regarding the performance of the Services the following procedure will be used
to resolve any questions of fact or interpretation not otherwise settled by agreement between the parties.
Representatives of Contractor or City will reduce such questions, and their respective views, to writing. A
copy of such documented dispute will be forwarded to both parties involved along with recommended
methods of resolution, which would be of benefit to both parties. The representative receiving the letter
will reply to the letter along with a recommended method of resolution within ten (10) business days. If
the resolution thus obtained is unsatisfactory to the aggrieved party, a letter outlining the disputes will
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be forwarded to the City Manager. The City Manager will consider the facts and solutions recommended
by each party and may then opt to direct a solution to the problem. In such cases, the action of the City
Manager will be binding upon the parties involved, although nothing in this procedure will prohibit the
parties from seeking remedies available to them at law.
21. TERMINATION
In the event of the Contractor's failure to prosecute, deliver, or perform the Services, City may terminate
this Agreement for nonperformance by notifying Contractor by certified mail of the termination. If City
decides to abandon or indefinitely postpone the work or services contemplated by this Agreement, City
may terminate this Agreement upon written notice to Contractor. Upon notification of termination,
Contractor has five (5) business days to deliver any documents owned by City and all work in progress to
City address contained in this Agreement. City will make a determination of fact based upon the work
product delivered to City and of the percentage of work that Contractor has performed which is usable
and of worth to City in having the Agreement completed. Based upon that finding City will determine the
final payment of the Agreement.
City may terminate this Agreement by tendering thirty (30) days written notice to Contractor. Contractor
may terminate this Agreement by tendering ______________ (___) days written notice to City. In the
event of termination of this Agreement by either party and upon request of City, Contractor will assemble
the work product and put it in order for proper filing and closing and deliver it to City. Contractor will be
paid for work performed to the termination date; however, the total will not exceed the lump sum fee
payable under this Agreement. City will make the final determination as to the portions of tasks completed
and the compensation to be made.
22. COVENANTS AGAINST CONTINGENT FEES
Contractor warrants that Contractor has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a
bona fide employee working for Contractor, to solicit or secure this Agreement, and that Contractor has
not paid or agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee, any fee, commission,
percentage, brokerage fee, gift, or any other consideration contingent upon, or resulting from, the award
or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, City will have the right to annul this
Agreement without liability, or, in its discretion, to deduct from the Agreement price or consideration, or
otherwise recover, the full amount of the fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fees, gift, or contingent
fee.
23. CLAIMS AND LAWSUITS
By signing this Agreement, Contractor agrees that any Agreement claim submitted to City must be
asserted as part of the Agreement process as set forth in this Agreement and not in anticipation of
litigation or in conjunction with litigation. Contractor acknowledges that if a false claim is submitted to
City, it may be considered fraud and Contractor may be subject to criminal prosecution. Contractor
acknowledges that California Government Code sections 12650 et seq., the False Claims Act applies to this
Agreement and, provides for civil penalties where a person knowingly submits a false claim to a public
entity. These provisions include false claims made with deliberate ignorance of the false information or in
reckless disregard of the truth or falsity of information. If City seeks to recover penalties pursuant to the
False Claims Act, it is entitled to recover its litigation costs, including attorney's fees. Contractor
acknowledges that the filing of a false claim may subject Contractor to an administrative debarment
proceeding as the result of which Contractor may be prevented to act as a Contractor on any public work
or improvement for a period of up to five (5) years. Contractor acknowledges debarment by another
jurisdiction is grounds for City to terminate this Agreement.
24. JURISDICTION AND VENUE
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Any action at law or in equity brought by either of the parties for the purpose of enforcing a right or rights
provided for by this Agreement will be tried in a court of competent jurisdiction in the County of San
Diego, State of California, and the parties waive all provisions of law providing for a change of venue in
these proceedings to any other county.
25. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
It is mutually understood and agreed that this Agreement will be binding upon City and Contractor and
their respective successors. Neither this Agreement nor any part of it nor any monies due or to become
due under it may be assigned by Contractor without the prior consent of City, which shall not be
unreasonably withheld.
26. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement, together with any other written document referred to or contemplated by it, along with
the purchase order for this Agreement and its provisions, embody the entire Agreement and
understanding between the parties relating to the subject matter of it. In case of conflict, the terms of the
Agreement supersede the purchase order. Neither this Agreement nor any of its provisions may be
amended, modified, waived or discharged except in a writing signed by both parties. This Agreement may
be executed in counterparts.
27. AUTHORITY
The individuals executing this Agreement and the instruments referenced in it on behalf of Contractor
each represent and warrant that they have the legal power, right and actual authority to bind Contractor
to the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
Executed by Contractor this___________ day of _______________________, 20____.
CONTRACTOR CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal corporation of
the State of California ____________________________, a
____________________________
By: By:
(sign here) [INSERT TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO
SIGN (City Manager or Mayor or Division
Director as authorized by the City Manager)]
(print name/title)
Attest:
By: SHERRY FREISINGER, City Clerk
(sign here) By:
Deputy City Clerk
(print name/title)
If required by City, proper notarial acknowledgment of execution by contractor must be attached. If a
corporation, Agreement must be signed by one corporate officer from each of the following two groups.
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Group A Group B
Chairman, Secretary,
President, or Assistant Secretary,
Vice-President CFO or Assistant Treasurer
Otherwise, the corporation must attach a resolution certified by the secretary or assistant secretary under
corporate seal empowering the officer(s) signing to bind the corporation.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CINDIE K. McMAHON, City Attorney
BY: _____________________________
Deputy / Assistant City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES AND FEE
(Itemized List of what Contractor will do for CITY and at what price. Remove before finalizing.)
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Exhibit D, Public Works Fabrication Contract
SAMPLE – DO NOT COMPLETE AT THIS TIME
CITY OF CARLSBAD
MINOR PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACT _______________________; CONT. NO. ______
This contract is made on the ______________ day of _________________________, 20__ (“Contract”),
by the City of Carlsbad, California, a municipal corporation ("City") and ______________, a
______________ whose principal place of business is ____________________________,
______________ ("Contractor").
City and Contractor agree as follows:
DESCRIPTION OF WORK. Contractor shall perform all work specified in the Contract documents for the
project described by these Contract Documents (hereinafter called "Project").
PROVISIONS OF LABOR AND MATERIALS. Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, tools, equipment,
and personnel to perform the work specified by the Contract Documents unless excepted elsewhere in
this Contract.
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. The Contract Documents consist of this Contract, exhibits to this Contract,
Contractor's Proposal, the Plans and Specifications, the General Provisions, as contained in the Standard
Specifications for Public Works Construction “Greenbook,” latest edition and including all errata; Part 1
General Provisions, addendum(s) to said Plans and Specifications, and all proper amendments and
changes made thereto in accordance with this Contract or the Plans and Specifications, all of which are
incorporated herein by this reference. When in conflict, this Contract will supersede terms and conditions
in the Contractor’s proposal.
LABOR. Contractor will employ only skilled workers and abide by all State laws and City of Carlsbad
Ordinances governing labor.
GUARANTEE. Contractor guarantees all labor and materials furnished and agrees to complete the Project
in accordance with directions and subject to inspection approval and acceptance by ______________ (City
Project Manager).
PAYMENT. The City shall withhold retention as required by Public Contract Code Section 9203.
PREVAILING WAGE RATES. Any construction, alteration, demolition, repair, and maintenance work,
including work performed during design and preconstruction such as inspection and land surveying work,
cumulatively exceeding $1,000 and performed under this Contract constitute “public works” under
California Labor Code Section 1720 et seq., and are subject to state prevailing wage laws. The general
prevailing rate of wages, for each craft or type of worker needed to execute the contract, shall be those
as determined by the Director of Industrial Relations pursuant to the Sections 1770, 1773 and 1773.1 of
the California Labor Code. Consistent with the requirement of Section 1773.2 of the California Labor code,
a current copy of applicable wage rates may be obtained via the internet at: www.dir.ca.gov/dlsr/.
Contractor shall not pay less than the said specified prevailing rates of wages to all such workers employed
by him or her in the execution of the Contract. Contractor and any subcontractors shall comply with
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Section 1776 of the California Labor Code, which requires keeping accurate payroll records, verifying and
certifying payroll records, and making them available for inspection. Contractor shall require any
subcontractors to comply with Labor Code Section 1776.
DIR REGISTRATION. California Labor Code Section 1725.5 requires the Contractor and any subcontractor
or subconsultant performing any public work under this Contract to be currently registered with the
California Department of Industrial Relations (‘DIR’), as specified in Labor Code Section 1725.5. Labor Code
Section 1771.1 provides that a contractor or subcontractor/subconsultant shall not be qualified to engage
in the performance of any contract for public work, unless currently registered and qualified to perform
public work pursuant to Labor Code section 1725.5. Prior to the performance of public work by any
subcontractor or subconsultant under this Contract, Contractor must furnish the City with the
subcontractor or subconsultant's current DIR registration number.
CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) ADVANCED CLEAN FLEETS REGULATION. Contractor’s
vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 8,500 lbs. and light-duty package delivery vehicles
operated in California may be subject to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) Advanced Clean Fleets
regulations. Such vehicles may therefore be subject to requirements to reduce emissions of air pollutants.
For more information, please visit the CARB Advanced Clean Fleets webpage at
https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/advanced-clean-fleets.
CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD (CARB) IN-USE OFF-ROAD DIESEL FUELED FLEETS REGULATION.
Contractors are required to comply with the requirements of the In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleet
regulations, including, without limitation, compliance with Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations
section 2449 et seq. throughout the term of the Project. More information about the requirements and
Contractor’s required certification is provided in Exhibit D.
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE. Procore Project Management and Collaboration System.
This project may utilize the Owner’s Procore (www.procore.com) online project management and
document control platform. The intent of utilizing Procore is to reduce cost and schedule risk, improve
quality and safety, and maintain a healthy team dynamic by improving information flow, reducing non-
productive activities, reducing rework and decreasing turnaround times. The Contractor is required to
create a free web-based Procore user account(s) and utilize web-based training / tutorials (as needed) to
become familiar with the system. Unless the Engineer approves otherwise, the Contractor shall process
all project documents through Procore because this platform will be used to submit, track, distribute and
collaborate on project. If unfamiliar or not otherwise trained with Procore, Contractor and applicable
team members shall complete a free training certification course located at
http://learn.procore.com/procore-certification-subcontractor. The Contractor is responsible for attaining
their own Procore support, as needed, either through the online training or reaching out to the Procore
support team. It will be the responsibility of the Contractor to regularly check Procore and review updated
documents as they are added. There will be no cost to the Contractor for use of Procore.
It is recommended that the Contractor provide mobile access for Windows, iOS located at
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/procore-construction-management/id374930542 or Android devices
located at https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.procore.activities with the Procore App
installed to at least one on-site individual to provide real-time access to current posted drawings,
specifications, RFIs, submittals, schedules, change orders, project documents, as well as any deficient
observations or punch list items. Providing mobile access will improve communication, efficiency, and
productivity for all parties. The use of Procore for project management does not relieve the contractor of
any other requirements as may be specified in the contract documents.
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FALSE CLAIMS. Contractor hereby agrees that any contract claim submitted to the City must be asserted
as part of the contract process as set forth in this Contract and not in anticipation of litigation or in
conjunction with litigation.
Contractor acknowledges that California Government Code sections 12650 et seq., the False Claims Act,
provides for civil penalties where a person knowingly submits a false claim to a public entity. These
provisions include false claims made with deliberate ignorance of the false information or in reckless
disregard of the truth or falsity of the information.
The provisions of Carlsbad Municipal Code sections 3.32.025, 3.32.026, 3.32.027 and 3.32.028 pertaining
to false claims are incorporated herein by reference.
Contractor hereby acknowledges that the filing of a false claim may subject the Contractor to an
administrative debarment proceeding wherein the contractor may be prevented from further bidding on
public contracts for a period of up to five (5) years and that debarment by another jurisdiction is grounds
for the City of Carlsbad to disqualify the Contractor or subcontractor from participating in contract
bidding.
Signature: ___________________________________
Print Name: ___________________________________
REQUIRED INSURANCE. The successful contractor shall provide to the City of Carlsbad, a Certification of
Commercial General Liability and Property Damage Insurance and a Certificate of Workers’ Compensation
Insurance indicating coverage in a form approved by the California Insurance Commission. The certificates
shall indicate coverage during the period of the contract and must be furnished to the City prior to the
start of work. The minimum limits of liability insurance are to be placed with California admitted insurers
that have a current Best's Key Rating of not less than "A-:VII"; OR with a surplus line insurer on the State
of California’s List of Approved Surplus Line Insurers (LASLI) with a rating in the latest Best’s Key Rating
Guide of at least “A:X”; OR an alien non-admitted insurer listed by the National Association of Insurance
Commissioners (NAIC) latest quarterly listings report.
Commercial General Liability Insurance written on an “occurrence” basis, including personal & advertising
injury, with limits no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, either the
general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location or the general aggregate limit shall
be twice the required occurrence limit.
Property damage insurance in an amount of not less than……..$2,000,000
Automobile Liability Insurance in the amount of $2,000,000 combined single limit per accident for bodily
injury and property damage. In addition, the auto policy must cover any vehicle used in the performance
of the contract, used onsite or offsite, whether owned, non-owned or hired, and whether scheduled or
non-scheduled. The automobile insurance certificate must state the coverage is for “any auto” and cannot
be limited in any manner.
The above policies shall have non-cancellation clauses providing that 30 days written notice shall be given
to the City prior to such cancellation.
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The policies shall name the City of Carlsbad as an additional insured. The full limits available to the named
insured shall also be available and applicable to the City as an additional insured.
WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYER’S LIABILITY. Workers’ Compensation limits as required by
the California Labor Code. Workers’ Compensation will not be required if Contractor has no employees
and provides, to City’s satisfaction, a declaration stating this.
BUSINESS LICENSE. The Contractor and all subcontractors are required to have and maintain a valid City
of Carlsbad Business License for the duration of the contract.
INDEMNITY. Contractor agrees to defend (with counsel approved by the City), indemnify, and hold
harmless the City and its officers, elected and appointed officials, employees and volunteers from and
against all claims, loss, damage, injury and liability of every kind, nature and description, directly or
indirectly arising from or in connection with the performance of the Contract or work; or from any failure
or alleged failure of Contractor to comply with any applicable law, rules or regulations including those
related to safety and health; and from any and all claims, loss, damages, injury and liability, howsoever
the same may be caused, resulting directly or indirectly from the nature of the work covered by the
Contract, except for loss or damage caused by the sole or active negligence or willful misconduct of the
City. The expenses of defense include all costs and expenses including attorneys’ fees for litigation,
arbitration, or other dispute resolution method.
JURISDICTION. The Contractor agrees and hereby stipulates that the proper venue and jurisdiction for
resolution of any disputes between the parties arising out of this Contract is San Diego County, California.
Start Work: Contractor agrees to start within ______________ (___) working days after receipt of Notice
to Proceed.
Completion: Contractor agrees to complete work within ______________ (___) working days after receipt
of Notice to Proceed.
CONTRACTOR’S INFORMATION.
(name of Contractor)
(street address)
(Contractor’s license number)
(city/state/zip)
(license class. and exp. date)
(telephone no.)
(DIR registration number/exp. date) (e-mail address)
AUTHORITY. The individuals executing this Contract and the instruments referenced in it on behalf of
Contractor each represent and warrant that they have the legal power, right and actual authority to bind
Contractor to the terms and conditions of this Contract.
[signatures on following page]
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CONTRACTOR
____________________________,
a ____________________________
CITY OF CARLSBAD, a municipal corporation of
the State of California
By: By:
(sign here)
Assistant City Manager, Deputy City Manager
or Department Director
as authorized by the City Manager
(print name/title)
By:
(sign here)
(print name/title)
If required by City, proper notarial acknowledgment of execution by Contractor must be attached. If a
corporation, Contract must be signed by one corporate officer from each of the following two groups:
Group A Group B
Chairman,
President, or
Vice-President
Secretary,
Assistant Secretary,
CFO or Assistant Treasurer
Otherwise, the corporation must attach a resolution certified by the secretary or assistant secretary under
corporate seal empowering the officer(s) signing to bind the corporation.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CINDIE K. McMAHON, City Attorney
BY: _____________________________
Deputy / Assistant City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
LISTING OF SUBCONTRACTORS BY GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Set forth below is the full name and location of the place of business of each subcontractor whom the
Contractor proposes to subcontract portions of the Project in excess of one-half of one percent of the
total bid, and the portion of the Project which will be done by each subcontractor for each subcontract.
NOTE: The Contractor understands that if it fails to specify a subcontractor for any portion of the Project
to be performed under the contract in excess of one-half of one percent of the bid, the contractor
shall be deemed to have agreed to perform such portion, and that the Contractor shall not be
permitted to sublet or subcontract that portion of the work, except in cases of public emergency
or necessity, and then only after a finding, reduced in writing as a public record of the Awarding
Authority, setting forth the facts constituting the emergency or necessity in accordance with the
provisions of the Subletting and Subcontracting Fair Practices Act (Section 4100 et seq. of the
California Public Contract Code).
If no subcontractors are to be employed on the project, enter the word "NONE."
SUBCONTRACTORS
Type of Work
to be
Subcontracted
Business Name and Address DIR Registration No.
& Expiration Date License No.,
Classification
& Expiration
Date
% of
Total
Contract
Total % Subcontracted: _______________
The Contractor must perform no less than 50% of the work with its own forces.
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EXHIBIT B
____________________________________
____________________________
JOB QUOTATION
ITEM NO. UNIT QTY DESCRIPTION PRICE
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ITEM NO. UNIT QTY DESCRIPTION PRICE
TOTAL*
*Includes taxes, fees, expenses and all other costs.
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EXHIBIT C
LABOR AND MATERIALS BOND
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Carlsbad, State of California, has awarded to ______________
(hereinafter designated as the "Principal"), a Contract for:
_____________________________________
CONTRACT NO. _____
in the City of Carlsbad, in strict conformity with the drawings and specifications, and other Contract
Documents now on file in the Office of the City Clerk of the City of Carlsbad and all of which are
incorporated herein by this reference.
WHEREAS, Principal has executed or is about to execute said Contract and the terms thereof require the
furnishing of a bond, providing that if Principal or any of its subcontractors shall fail to pay for any materials,
provisions, provender or other supplies or teams used in, upon or about the performance of the work
agreed to be done, or for any work or labor done thereon of any kind, the Surety on this bond will pay the
same to the extent hereinafter set forth.
NOW, THEREFORE, WE, ______________, as Principal, (hereinafter designated as the "Contractor"), and
______________________________ as Surety, are held firmly bound unto the City of Carlsbad in the sum
of _____________________________________________________________________ dollars
($______), said sum being an amount equal to: One hundred percent (100%) of the total amount payable
under the terms of the Contract by the City of Carlsbad, and for which payment well and truly to be made
we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors and administrators, successors, or assigns, jointly and severally,
firmly by these presents.
THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION IS SUCH that if the Contractor or his/her subcontractors fail to pay
for any materials, provisions, provender, supplies, or teams used in, upon, for, or about the performance
of the work contracted to be done, or for any other work or labor thereon of any kind, consistent with
California Civil Code section 9100, or for amounts due under the Unemployment Insurance Code with
respect to the work or labor performed under this Contract, or for any amounts required to be deducted,
withheld, and paid over to the Employment Development Department from the wages of employees of
the contractor and subcontractors pursuant to section 13020 of the Unemployment Insurance Code with
respect to the work and labor, that the Surety will pay for the same, and, also, in case suit is brought upon
the bond, reasonable attorney's fees, to be fixed by the court consistent with California Civil Code section
9554.
This bond shall inure to the benefit of any of the persons named in California Civil Code section 9100, so
as to give a right of action to those persons or their assigns in any suit brought upon the bond.
Surety stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the
Contract, or to the work to be performed hereunder or the specifications accompanying the same shall
affect its obligations on this bond, and it does hereby waive notice of any change, extension of time,
alterations or addition to the terms of the contract or to the work or to the specifications. In the event
that Contractor is an individual, it is agreed that the death of any such Contractor shall not exonerate the
Surety from its obligations under this bond.
This labor and materials bond may be approved as to form by the City Attorney for the City in counterpart,
and the counterparts shall all constitute a single, original instrument.
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SIGNED AND SEALED, this __________ day of _______________________________, 20__.
______________________________(SEAL) _____________________________(SEAL)
(Principal) (Surety)
By: ________________________________ By: __________________________________
(Signature) (Signature)
(SEAL AND NOTARIAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SURETY – ATTACH ATTORNEY-IN-FACT CERTIFICATE)
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
CINDIE K. McMAHON
City Attorney
By: _______________________________________________
Deputy /Assistant City Attorney
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EXHIBIT D
In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleet Regulation Requirements
CARB implemented amendments to the In-Use Off-Road Diesel Fueled Fleets Regulations that apply
broadly to all self-propelled off-road diesel vehicles 25 horsepower or greater and other forms of
equipment used in California. More information about the requirements can be found at
https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/use-road-diesel-fueled-fleets-regulation
Contractors are required to comply with the requirements of the In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleet
regulations, including, without limitation, compliance with Title 13 of the California Code of Regulations
section 2449 et seq. throughout the term of the Project.
The City is a “Public Works Awarding Body,” as that term is defined under Title 13 California Code of
Regulations Section 2449(c)(46). Accordingly, the Contractor must submit, with their pre-award contract
documents, valid Certificates of Reported Compliance (CRC) for the Contractor’s fleet, and for the fleets of
any listed subcontractors (including any applicable leased equipment or vehicles). Failure to provide a
valid CRC, will limit the city’s ability to proceed with awarding this Contract.
Contractor has an on-going obligation for term of this Agreement to provide copies of Contractor’s, as
well as all listed subcontractors, most recent CRC issued by CARB.
Throughout the Project, and for three (3) years thereafter, Contractor shall make available for inspection
and copying any and all documents or information associated with Contractor’s and subcontractors’ fleet
including, without limitation, CRC, fuel/refueling records, maintenance records, emissions records, and
any other information the Contractor is required to produce, keep or maintain pursuant to the Regulation
upon two (2) calendar days’ notice from the City.
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EXHIBIT D (CONT.)
IN-USE OFF-ROAD DIESEL-FUELED FLEET REGULATION CERTIFICATION
Contractor hereby acknowledges that they have reviewed the CARB’s policies, rules and regulations and are
familiar with the requirements of In-Use Off-Road Diesel-Fueled Fleet Regulation. Contractor hereby
certifies, subject to the penalty of perjury, that the option checked below relating to the Contractor’s fleet,
and/or that of their subcontractor(s) (“Fleet”) is true and correct:
☐ The Fleet is subject to the requirements of the Regulation, and the appropriate Certificate(s) of
Reported Compliance have been attached hereto.
☐ The Fleet is exempt from the Regulation under Section 2449.1(f)(2), and a signed description of
the subject vehicles, and reasoning for exemption has been attached hereto.
☐ Contractor and/or their subcontractor is unable to procure R99 or R100 renewable diesel fuel as
defined in the Regulation pursuant to Section 2449.1(f)(3). Contractor shall keep detailed records
describing the normal refueling methods, their attempts to procure renewable diesel fuel and proof that
shows they were not able to procure renewable diesel (i.e., third party correspondence or vendor bids).
☐ The Fleet is exempt from the requirements of the Regulation pursuant to Section 2449(i)(4)
because this Project has been deemed an “emergency”, as that term is defined in Section 2449(c)(18).
Contractor shall only operate the exempted vehicles in the emergency situation and records of the
exempted vehicles must be maintained, pursuant to Section 2449(i)(4).
☐ The Fleet does not fall under the Regulation or are otherwise exempt and a detailed reasoning is
attached to this certification.
Name of Contractor:
Signature:
Name:
Title:
Date:
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Barrio Traffic Circle Permanent Public
Art Project and Artist Selection Process
Craddock Stropes, Cultural Arts Manager
Library & Cultural Arts
Nov. 13, 2024
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive and review qualified artists’ submissions for
the Barrio Traffic Circle permanent public art project
and score submissions in order to select the highest
ranked artist or artist team, who will be invited to make
a presentation to the Public Art Advisory
Subcommittee at a subsequent scheduled meeting.
ITEM 1: BARRIO TRAFFIC CIRCLE
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ITEM 1: BARRIO TRAFFIC CIRCLES
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Example of Traffic Circle
ITEM 1: BARRIO TRAFFIC CIRCLE
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM
Carlsbad Municipal Code 2.18.110 requires that a minimum of 1% of the cost of certain construction projects be dedicated to public art.
The public art process involves:
•Engaging the community in creating a vision for the artwork
•Convening a Public Art Advisory Subcommittee representing the community, artists and other stakeholders who will choose the artist
•Working with the artist to connect with the community and engage them in the design process, then responding with specific designs
•Engaging in review and approval by the city’s Arts Commission and City Council
•Finalizing and installing new public art
•Maintaining the public art
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PUBLIC ARTS ADVISORY SUBCOMMITTEE ROLE
•To ensure the artist selected for the permanent public art for the Barrio Traffic Circle meets the criteria and
guidelines for the artist/artist team
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Criteria Weight
Artist or artist team experience, qualifications, statement of
interest 30 points
Artist portfolio featuring past public art projects 40 points
Examples working within public sector with extensive
public outreach and references. 25 points
Estimated labor costs, materials costs, project schedule and
value-added offerings 5 points
COMMUNITY INPUT THEMES
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Barrio
pride
People
helping
people
Authentic,
unique
beauty
Hope and
promise,
rooted in
history
CONSIDERATIONS
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Be an original, site-specific treatment to public space that creates a sense of place in the proposed outdoor location, and attracts and welcomes visitors to the neighborhood
Be engaging and aesthetically pleasing to individuals of all ages and backgrounds
Be fabricated from durable, low maintenance material that can withstand the outdoor elements and requires minimal maintenance
Illumination of a light-based sculpture must not intrude on neighboring homes
The artwork must not create a disorienting situation or cause a distraction for drivers, bikers, pedestrians (i.e. highly reflective material discouraged)
The artwork must improve and not detract from the safety of the site
The artwork must allow for visibility to oncoming traffic and pedestrians
The artwork should be designed “in the round” and be equally intriguing from all angles
The artwork should be scaled to the attention of approaching drivers, but should not be so detailed that it requires up-close or extended inspection for appreciation
Interactive artwork is discouraged, and sculptures must not create a desire for pedestrian activity (i.e. selfies). The traffic circle is not intended to be a gathering spot, which would cause pedestrians to cross traffic
Incorporate input from the Carlsbad community, including but not limited to nearby schools, with a sensitivity to the environment, history, traditions, and iconography that uplift the prideful aspects of this community
Embrace the community values that make up the Carlsbad Community Vision
NEXT STEPS
•Dec. 19, 2024 – Artist interviews and selection at the Public Art
Advisory Subcommittee Meeting
•January 2025 – City Council approval of plans, specifications and
contract documents and authorize to bid Barrio Traffic Circles Phase I
•Spring 2025 - Project team meetings and community engagement will
commence
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive and review qualified artists’ submissions for
the Barrio Traffic Circle permanent public art project
and score submissions in order to select the highest
ranked artist or artist team, who will be invited to make
a presentation to the Public Art Advisory
Subcommittee at a subsequent scheduled meeting.
ITEM 1: BARRIO TRAFFIC CIRCLES
From: Wesley Sechrest <Wesley.Sechrest@eusd.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 12:55 PM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Artist Support Letter for Barrio Art Project
Good afternoon,
My apologies for the laet submission, but hope you will still be able to consider it. I am the principal of Paul Ecke Central
where we recently inaugurated a mosaic/mural project. The artist, Jeremy Wright, was crucial in its success and future
legacy. The art and mosaics are featured in the El Portal Underpass that connect our school to the 101 corridor. Attached
is my letter of recommendation and some sample photos. He won’t disappoint you…
Wes
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Wes Sechrest
Principal
Paul Ecke Central Elementary
Paul Ecke Central Elementary
Principal Wesley Sechrest Office Manager Karen Fitzsimmons
11/11/24
Dear members of the Public Art Advisory Subcommittee,
I am writing to strongly recommend Jeremy Wright for consideration to lead the upcoming Barrio Traffic Circle
art project. As an esteemed artist and high school teacher in local area, Jeremy has a proven record of creating
community-centered works that not only showcase exceptional artistic talent but also foster a deep sense of
connection and pride within our community.
Mr. Wright recently collaborated with Paul Ecke Central Elementary to design and produce a series of mosaics
that beautifully captured the history of Encinitas. The art mosaics are featured in the El Portal Undperpass that
connects our school to the community underneath the railroad tracks. Throughout the project, Jeremy was
more than just an artist-he was a mentor, collaborator, and advocate for community voice. He worked
closely with students and staff, ensuring student voice and choice were central to the creative process. By
incorporating the perspectives and ideas of the young artists, Jeremy brought to life a project that resonates
with authenticity and celebrates the unique character of our town.
The project's legacy is a testament to Jeremy's commitment to excellence and community engagement. The
mosaics have become a cherished symbol of Encinitas' rich history, demonstrating the lasting impact of their
work. Furthermore, Jeremy's professionalism and reliability were exemplary. He consistently available,
responsive, and adaptable, ensuring the project stayed on track and aligned with the school's vision.
It is vital that a local artist leads this city initiative. As a resident of the local area, Jeremy has an innate
understanding of the community's spirit, history, and values-qualities that cannot be replicated by someone
unfamiliar with our area. Their dedication to representing the heart of Carlsbad through their art makes them
uniquely qualified to carry out this project.
Thank you for the opportunity to support such a deserving candidate. Please feel free to contact me if you
have any questions or require further information. I have included some photos of the El Portal Underpass
project for your reference.
Sincerely,
W
Wes Sechrest
Principal
Paul Ecke Central
From: Pound, Sandy <sandy.pound@thermofisher.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 8:41 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Letter of Support for Campana Studios, Barrio Traffic Circle, Agenda Item #1
Public Arts Advisory Subcommittee:
I am writing this email in support of Campana Studios’ proposal for the Barrio Traffic Circle
permanent public art installation.
In my role as the Chief Communications Office at Thermo Fisher, I make frequent trips to
Carlsbad to manage and coordinate the communications, public outreach and government
affairs efforts that support our 2,200 colleagues based in that office.
In those trips, I am always impressed by quality of life and level of fulfillment that I hear from our
teams that live and/or work in Carlsbad. One the factors that I attribute to this satisfaction is the
impressive number of public programs in the arts, parks and recreation provided by the City of
Carlsbad. It is clear that the City is a well run organization that takes pride in all the services it
provides.
We all know that art is plays a critical role in the creation of healthy and vibrant communities and
this is one of the reasons I am a founding Board Member of Campana Studios. The community-
centered, cost effective approach to the creation of public art and programs offered by
Campana Studios reflects the key values that our employees and their families need.
From: Pound, Sandy <sandy.pound@thermofisher.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 8:41 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Letter of Support for Campana Studios, Barrio Traffic Circle, Agenda Item #1
Public Arts Advisory Subcommittee:
I am writing this email in support of Campana Studios’ proposal for the Barrio Traffic Circle
permanent public art installation.
In my role as the Chief Communications Office at Thermo Fisher, I make frequent trips to
Carlsbad to manage and coordinate the communications, public outreach and government
affairs efforts that support our 2,200 colleagues based in that office.
In those trips, I am always impressed by quality of life and level of fulfillment that I hear from our
teams that live and/or work in Carlsbad. One the factors that I attribute to this satisfaction is the
impressive number of public programs in the arts, parks and recreation provided by the City of
Carlsbad. It is clear that the City is a well run organization that takes pride in all the services it
provides.
We all know that art is plays a critical role in the creation of healthy and vibrant communities and
this is one of the reasons I am a founding Board Member of Campana Studios. The community-
centered, cost effective approach to the creation of public art and programs offered by
Campana Studios reflects the key values that our employees and their families need.
I strongly support their proposal for our City, and look forward to working together to create the
maximum benefit for all those we serve.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sandy
Sandy Pound Vice President, Chief Communications Officer Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. 168 Third Avenue | Waltham, MA 02451 | Office: +1 (781) 622-1223 | Mobile : + 1 (908) 432-2829 sandy.pound@thermofisher.com |www.thermofisher.com
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From: Jon Foreman <jonfoot@icloud.com>
Sent: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 8:26 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Support for Campana Studios’ Barrio Traffic Circle Art Proposal
To whom it may concern,
My name is jon foreman, and I’ve worked in carlsbad for the past 15 years. I would love to see local
artists supported in carlsbad. I first moved to Carlsbad in the early 90s, and would love to avoid
repeating the mistakes of the past… (Remember “Remove the bars!”?) I love what Encinitas has done
with the El Portal project, and would love to see something like that in Carlsbad.
Thanks for your consideration,
Jon
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From: Stephanie Bradley <stephanie@globaltradingpartners.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 8:56 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Agenda, item number one public art advisory committee
Please see attached letter
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Stephanie Bradley
Global Trading Partners, Inc. 200 N. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, California 92075
Cell: (760) 519-5506 | stephanie@globaltradingpartners.com
www.globaltradingpartners.com
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November 11, 2024
Re: Barrio Traffic Circle, Agenda Item #1
Public Arts Advisory Subcommittee-
First and foremost, thank you for all that you do to promote and support the arts in Carlsbad. As a 25
year resident of Carlsbad, I have come to truly appreciate the breadth and depth of art offering in our
City. My 3 boys and my wife, Holly, have enjoyed the diverse offers in our city that we chose to call
home.
I am writing to support Campana Studios to be the selected artist for the Barrio Traffic
Circle. Carlsbad will surely benefit from Campana’s experience and commitment to their community
driven process for creating high quality public art will celebrate all the voices of our City.
I have known Jay Bell and his family for over 10 years and respect his commitment to the visual art
and effective use of the public’s money.
I strongly support their proposal for our City and please do not hesitate to contact me if any additional
information is needed.
Jim Miller
3563 Corte Rosado
Carlsbad, 92009
From: John Roach <jroach238@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 7:56 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Agenda item 1 Public Arts Advisory Committee
Please accept this letter of support for Campana Studios and their proposal for the Barrio Circle public
art project. I live within a mile of the project. I have lived in Carlsbad for two decades and served the
community for eight years as the Carlsbad Unified School District Superintendent of Schools. Campana
Studios approach to community driven public arts projects seems like a good fit for our Carlsbad
community. I was excited to see that Jay Bell is focusing his efforts on Public Art. I have known Jay since
early 2004 and have seen his skills in delivering public projects both as a builder and as an artist Jay is
exactly what our city needs. I heartily recommend thast Jay and his Campana Studios team be awarded
this project.
John A. Roach
760.802.7049
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From: Carlos Mendoza <carmendoza@yahoo.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 7:54 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Cc: Karen Mendoza <mendozakv@yahoo.com>
Subject: Agenda Item #1 Public Art Advisory Committee - Campana Studios Support
Dear subcommittee,
We just read the nine proposals for the Barrio Circle project. We have lived, worked, volunteered, and
raised our kids in Carlsbad since March of 2001. We treasure local organizations that share our values
and support our local artists on municipal projects. The nonprofit Campana Studios proposal stands
apart by doing just that and with unmatched efficiency and use of local resources. None of the outside
proposals even come close.
In Carlos’ 31 year career delivering public works engineering projects he has learned the value of local
knowledge to deliver public improvements tailored to the community needs. In Karen’s 30 year career
raising a family, tutoring, leading scouts, and teaching in this community she knows how important local
art is to building the Carlsbad community identity.
Please maximize our tax dollars and select the Campana team to home-grow a project that speaks to
what is unique about the Barrio Circle in Carlsbad. We will be following the progress. Thank you for your
part in delivering these community improvements. They mean a lot.
Respectfully submitted,
______________________________
Carlos and Karen Mendoza
2001 Ladera Court
Carlsbad, CA 92009
760.835.9213 Carlos m/t
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Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 7:26 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Cc: Jim Miller <jim@globaltradingpartners.com>
Subject: Letter of Support for Campana Studios, Barrio Traffic Circle, Agenda Item #1
Please see attached.
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Stephanie Bradley
Global Trading Partners, Inc. 200 N. Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, California 92075 Cell: (760) 519-5506 | stephanie@globaltradingpartners.com
www.globaltradingpartners.com
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Global Trading Partners, Inc
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Solana Beach, CA 92075
November 11, 2024
Re: Barrio Traffic Circle, Agenda Item #1
Public Arts Advisory Subcommittee-
First and foremost, thank you for all that you do to promote and support the arts in Carlsbad. As a 25
year resident of Carlsbad, I have come to truly appreciate the breadth and depth of art offering in our
City. My 3 boys and my wife, Holly, have enjoyed the diverse offers in our city that we chose to call
home.
I am writing to support Campana Studios to be the selected artist for the Barrio Traffic
Circle. Carlsbad will surely benefit from Campana’s experience and commitment to their community
driven process for creating high quality public art will celebrate all the voices of our City.
I have known Jay Bell and his family for over 10 years and respect his commitment to the visual art
and effective use of the public’s money.
I strongly support their proposal for our City and please do not hesitate to contact me if any additional
information is needed.
Jim Miller
3563 Corte Rosado
Carlsbad, 92009
From: John Roach <jroach238@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 7:21 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Public Art Advisory Committee
This is a letter of support for Campana Studios and their proposal for the Barrio Circle public art project.
I live less than a mile away from the project, I have lived in Carlsbad for over 2 decades and I am the
former superintendent for Carlsbad Unified School District. Campana Studios approach to community
driven public art projects seems like the right fit for the Carlsbad I live in and love. I am excited to see
that Jay Bell is focusing his efforts on public art. I have known Jay for over 20 years and have seen his
skills in delivering public projects, both as a builder and an artist. He will provide exactly what is needed
for our City and its culture and I heartily recommend that his team at Campana Studios is awarded this
project.
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From: Matt Goldman <matt.goldman@gmail.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 5:42 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Agenda Item #1 Public Art Advisory Committee
To the Public Art Advisory Committee:
I have lived in Carlsbad for the last 24 years. I am a remote worker - and could live just about anywhere
- but my wife and I decided to raise our family in Carlsbad because of the outstanding quality of life, and
the sense of community that we experience here.
I have worked on nonprofit boards and supported local causes with Campana Studios founder Jay Bell.
And, I am excited to see that he continues to focus his efforts on delivering high quality art projects to
our community. I think that Jay, and Campana Studios, would be a great selection for the Barrio Circle
project. I strongly support their consideration and selection for this important project.
Respectfully submitted,
Matt Goldman
Carlsbad, CA
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From: Wright, Jeremy <jeremy.wright@sduhsd.net>
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2024 7:49 PM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>; Jeremy Wright <jeremy.wright@sduhsd.net>
Subject: Support for Campana Studios’ Barrio Traffic Circle Art Proposal
Dear Carlsbad Art Council, my name is Jeremy Wright and I am writing in support of the Campana
Studios’ proposal for the Barrio Traffic Circle. I am third generation North County resident. (In fact,
my wife's family moved to a homestead on the edge of Batiquitos Lagoon back in the 1880's!)
For the past three years, I have been working with Campana Studios on public art projects. This last
summer, we just finished the El Portal Underpass Mosaic where I worked with the nearby Paul Ecke
Elementary students for the design and layout, and the San Dieguito Academy students for the
fabrication and install. Campana Studios helped with contractual requirements/schedule/budget
with the City of Encinitas and CalTrans.
My heart is seeing communities own the artwork that they live with by getting the community itself
involved. (I remember "Remove the bars.")
Over my decades of teaching at San Dieguito Academy and doing art projects around the campus
and cities nearby, about 1/2 my students are from Carlsbad, and I am excited at the potential to
expand my community-based process to my neighbor to the north.
Thank you to the City of Carlsbad, the arts commission and Campana Studios for creating an
opportunity for me to do what I do.
Sincerely, Jeremy Wright
Ps - if you have time, check out a short YouTube documentary that an alumni put together on a
mosaic sculpture we did a few years back.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNIeYM834D8
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From: Cami Wright <robncami5@att.net>
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2024 7:39 PM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Support for Campana Studios' Barrio Traffic Circle Art Proposal
To Whom it May Concern:
I have been a resident in Carlsbad for 27 years and I have also been an academic tutor at Jefferson
Elementary for the past 12 years. I have seen the El Portal project that Campana Studios has done in
Leucadia and it would be awesome if the artwork in my hometown could be from local artists like them. This
team's plan would be to work together with the community to make and build the sculpture. What a delight!
Respectfully,
Cami Wright
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From: Joe Sardina <joesardina@proton.me>
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2024 12:54 PM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Carlsbad Art Applications
Based on review of the applications available online, my only to choices for further consideration
would be:
ARTECLETTICA Portfolio
Rench Holt collaboration
~ Joe Sardina
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From: Lauren Comforti <lbcomforti@gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, November 11, 2024 6:21 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Agenda Item #1: Support for Campana Studios' Barrio Traffic Circle Art Proposal
Hello,
Great to see a local group of Artists proposing on the Barrio Traffic Circle. Carlsbad has some great
public art, but I want to see our tax dollars spent with local artists who live and work in our
communities.
I support Jeremy Wright's project and I hope you can also stand behind a project that values
community and connection.
Thank you,
Lauren Comforti
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From: K M <kmattesonphd@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2024 5:42 PM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: I select Rench and Holt and Campana
Hello,
Quick vote for Rench and Holt sculptures and Campana’s wamth path looking art. Both seem great for
the Barrio public art space. Thank you for this process, search, and sending it out to residents. I am a
longtime resident and also a small business owner with an office in the Village.
Thank you,
Kristin Matteson
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From: Andrew Ware <andrewsbware@gmail.com>
Sent: Sunday, November 10, 2024 1:45 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Agenda Item #1, Support for Campana Studios' Barrio Traffic Circle Art Proposal
Hello,
I am writing to express my strong support for Campana Studios’ proposal for the Barrio Traffic Circle. As
a long time North County resident, I have lived and worked in Encinitas, Carlsbad, and Oceanside my
whole life. As a former student of Mr. Wright, it's great to see a local group of artists drafting a proposal
for the Barrio Traffic Circle. Carlsbad has great public art, but I want to see our tax dollars spent with
local artists who live and work in our communities.
Thank you for your time,
-Andrew
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From: Patrick Gilbert <info.pgilbert@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, November 9, 2024 10:50 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Vote for Mario Torero for barrio roundabout
Hello,
I’m a Carlsbad resident and I’d like to put in a vote for Mario Torero as the artist for the upcoming traffic
circle in the barrio. His work would preserve the strong Mexican American heritage that is waning in the
barrio due to gentrification. And it’s beautiful work!
Thank you!
Patrick Gilbert
gilbertwoodworks.com
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From: Nancy Gilbert <njosephinegilbert@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2024 6:15 PM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: My vote for Barrio public Art
I would like to vote for Mario Torero. His work represents the vibrancy of the murals and historic Barrio
buildings seen in the Barrio, especially near Lola's. I would love to see this area, and especially the
Latinidad and Mexican cultural history of the area, preserved. I believe his portfolio aligns with what we
already have in the Barrio, and thus will strengthen and modernize the history of it.
Nancy Gilbert
Nancy Gilbert
M.A., Piano Pedagogy
mobile: +1 (760) 814-0588
email: njosephinegilbert@gmail.com
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From: Kelsey Overstreet <hello@kelseyoverstreet.com>
Sent: Thursday, November 7, 2024 11:07 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Support campana studios barrio traffic
I am writing to express my strong support for Campana Studios’ proposal for the Barrio Traffic Circle. As
a resident of Carlsbad, I want to make sure that local, North County artists are provided the opportunity
to create art, expand their experience and bring value to the community with our tax dollars.
Kelsey Overstreet
www.kelseyoverstreet.com
www.giustajewelry.com
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From: Lisa Ranft <lisaranft@yahoo.com>
Sent: Friday, November 1, 2024 9:55 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Barrio traffic circles art input
Good Friday to you,
After reviewing the submittals, I want to voice my support of three applicants in particular:
Sijia Chen Studio
Rench & Holt Collaboration
Campana Studios
I’d drive out of my way to view their work.
Whomever is ultimately selected however, please make it cheerful and positive. Please nothing political,
passive aggressive, or subtly (or blatantly) divisive. Neighborhoods need unity and joy and love, while
drivers don’t need anything that contributes to road rage.
Thank you,
Lisa Ranft
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From: Diane Tindall <dtindall98@gmail.com>
Sent: Friday, November 1, 2024 9:36 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Traffic circle in the Barrio-ARTECLETTICA
Public Arts Committee,
It would be amazing to see ARTECLETTIA chosen to do the sculpture for the traffic circle. They have a
creative style that wonderfully represents the character of the Barrio as an important part of the
Carlsbad community in the 21st century. On future bike rides I hope to see ARTECLETTIA’s work in the
Barrio traffic circle .
Thank you for asking for public input on this project.
Sincerely,
Diane Tindall
( Artist,cyclist,and 27 year Carlsbad resident who loves Carlsbad Village)
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From: Kathy Rangus <kathyrangus@gmail.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 31, 2024 9:36 AM
To: Calendar Arts <arts@carlsbadca.gov>
Subject: Barrio Art
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on the Art in the Barrio project.
I live in South Carlsbad and I think the residents of the Barrio should have the most weight in choosing
the art; however, I have the following comments:
1. First consideration should be safety-both for the art and children. Not sure how to prevent
vandalism.
2. Not political, which would cause divisiveness.
3. I don't think that a large monumental sculpture fits the Barrio.
4. My first choice would be Roberto Salas. I especially liked Ebb and Flow.
5. Second would be Mario Torero. I liked The Tortilla Tesoro Mural, not his political pieces.
6. I also liked Sijia Chen's Bloom.
Thank you again.
Kathy Rangus
Council District 3
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