A. There is created a special fund entitled the “municipal arts fund” which is designated a reserve fund for cultural purposes. Appropriations from the municipal arts fund shall include appropriations for such things as studies, historic projects, works of art, artistic performances and exhibitions, competitions for works of art, costs incurred for such things as installation and maintenance of the works of art, cultural projects, land acquisition, as well as design and construction for arts-related projects.

B. Appropriations from the municipal arts fund shall only be made by the city council based upon recommendations made by the commission to the mayor.

C. The source of funds for the municipal arts fund shall be a percentage allocation from municipal construction projects and/or such other sources as may be designated. In addition, the municipal arts fund may receive moneys on an annual basis from the general fund if so budgeted by the city council.

D. The municipal arts fund shall be eligible for grants and donations from both public and private sources.

E. Funds from the municipal arts fund shall also pay for commission expenses incurred in the performance of its duties and responsibilities under this and any other appropriate ordinance of the city. (Ord. 1471-88 § 4, 1988.)