SELECTION CRITERIA

Applications will be reviewed based on the following:
• Artistic quality and originality
• Alignment with program goals (beautification, cultural celebration, engagement, safety, economic impact)
• Feasibility of the proposed project
• Community impact and engagement
• Applicant’s ability to complete the project on time and within budget

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TIMELINE EXPECTATIONS
• Applications will be reviewed within 30 days of submission.
• Projects must begin within 60 days of approval, unless otherwise agreed upon.
• Murals should typically be completed within 90 days of the start date.

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FUNDING
• Applicants may request up to $5,000 in funding support.
• Funding may be provided as reimbursement or partial advance (details provided upon approval).
• Receipts and documentation are required for reimbursement.
• Applicants are encouraged to secure additional support through sponsorships, grants, or in-kind donations.

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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND PUBLIC ART RIGHTS
• Artists retain copyright to their original work.
• By participating, artists grant Downtown Springfield Inc. and its partners a license to photograph, promote, and share the mural.
• The mural is considered public art and may be subject to ongoing public exposure.

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YOUTH PARTICIPATION CLAUSE
If the applicant or artist is under 18, a parent or guardian must also sign the liability waiver to provide consent. Youth artists must be supervised by an adult sponsor or organization.