HomeMy WebLinkAboutContract2025 GRANT BENEFICIARY/ARTIST AGREEMENT
WITH SUSTAINABLE RENTON
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT PROGRAM
THIS AGREEMENT, dated for reference purposes only as 3/12/2025, is by and between the City
of Renton (the City), a Washington municipal corporation, and Sustainable Renton
(Beneficiary/Artist), a Washington Nonprofit Corporation, and sets forth the terms and
conditions under which the City will provide a grant to Beneficiary/Artist under the Renton
Municipal Arts Commission (RMAC), Municipal Art Fund Grant Program (Program). The
Program is funded through the Renton Municipal Art Fund (Fund) (RMC 2-8-7.B), with g
selected by the RMAC (RMC 2-8-.4.C).
The City and the Beneficiary/Artist are referred to collectively in this Agreement as the Parties.
Once fully executed by the Parties, this Agreement is effective as of the last date signed by both
parties.
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, the City of Renton recognizes and acknowledges the importance of, and benefit to
the public in, providing visual art and performance in its public works and facilities, and the
community as a whole; and,
WHEREAS, the City created the Renton Municipal Arts Commission (Commission)to advise the
Mayor and City Council on artistic and cultural development of the City, and to disburse money
budgeted to it for cultural arts performances and other events, art-related programs and
activities and support of artists and arts and cultural organizations, as resources allow through
the Citys Municipal Art Fund; and,
WHEREAS, the Commission established Application Criteria (Exhibit 1), issued a Call for
Application ("Call for Application at Exhibit 2), reviewed Applications (Beneficiary/Artists
Application at Exhibit 3), and established a list of Projects awarded from the Fund (Projects
Awarded at Exhibit 4), each Exhibit is incorporated herein by reference; and
WHEREAS, on March 11, 2025, theCommissionreviewed the Beneficiary/Artists Application and
determined that the Beneficiary/Artist is eligible for assistance under this Program and is
promoting arts and culture in Renton.
CAG-25-147
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NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and agreements herein, the
Parties agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. Grant Amount and Disbursement.
a. Amount. The total amount to be awarded to Beneficiary/Artist under the Program is
up to nine thousand dollars ($9,000.00) as a reimbursement for eligible expenses.
Except as specifically provided herein, the Beneficiary/Artist shall be solely
responsible for payment of any taxes imposed as a result of this Agreement.
b. Award Disbursement.
i.Reimbursement Request. On a monthly, or no less than quarterly basis during
any quarter in which artistic and cultural support is completed,
Beneficiary/Artist shall submit reimbursement request(s) in a format
acceptable to the City (Exhibit 5) with supporting documentation including,
but not limited to, invoices or reports demonstrating expenses for which
reimbursement is sought.
ii.Effect of Award. Other than as specified, Beneficiary/Artist relinquishes the
right to any financial proceeds in association with Citys use or reproductions
of the PROJECT.
iii.Payment. Payment shall be made by City within thirty (30) calendar days after
receipt and approval by the appropriate City representative of the invoice.
iv.No waiver. Payment for any reimbursement shall not constitute a waiver by
the City of any remedies it may have for any breach of this Agreement by the
Beneficiary/Artist.
v.Tax implications. Grant funds may be taxable. Please consult your financial
advisor/tax professional for guidance. If it is required by the IRS, a 1099 form
will be issued to the Beneficiary/Artist.
2. Scope and Performance.Beneficiary/Artist agrees to create and install artwork or
produce an event as specified in Exhibit 3 Beneficiary/Artists Application which is
attached and incorporated herein. Such scope is hereinafter referred to as PROJECT.
a. Prior to scheduling the installation or production, Beneficiary/Artist agrees to discuss
the contents of the proposed PROJECT with designated Citystaff to address necessary
Council approvals, coordination with affected City departments, compliance with
affected City regulations such as signage or event permits, materials to be used,
and/or documentation of agreements with Beneficiary/Artist partners such as private
property where the PROJECT will be presented. These discussions may result in
revision of the PROJECT as proposed.
b. The final design will be provided to the Citys Municipal Arts Commission for review,
request for further revision as needed, and final confirmation prior to installation or
production of the PROJECT.
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c. Beneficiary/Artistwill be responsible for installing the PROJECT in its approved design
at the location identified in Exhibit 3.
d. Beneficiary/Artist agrees to create and install PROJECT no later than December 15,
2024.
3. Installation on Private Property.
a. According to the Application (Exhibit 3), The PROJECT will be displayed or produced
at various locations including property which is not owned and/or operated by the
City or a public entity.
b. As noted in Section 2.a of this Agreement, Beneficiary/Artist will provide the City
with documentation of the property owners agreement to host the PROJECT
including submission of all necessary permit applications to effectuate the PROJECT.
Nothing in the Agreement is intended to, nor should be construed to, act as a
guarantee that an application for a permit will be granted.
c. Beneficiary/Artist agrees to inform the private property owner(s) of the obligation to
consult with Citys Community & Economic Development Administrator prior to any
removal or alteration of the PROJECT.
d. City may, at its own discretion, cooperate with the private property owner and
Beneficiary/Artist in the case private property owner has reason to remove or alter
the PROJECT in the future, or if the PROJECT is impacted by wear, vandalism,
damage, or other reason, to restore or relocate the PROJECT as necessary.
4. Beneficiary/Artists Grants and Representations:
a. Delivery of PROJECT to City constitutes Beneficiary/Artists certification that:
i. PROJECT is the original work of Beneficiary/Artist;
ii. To the extent others contributed to the PROJECT, Beneficiary/Artist assumes
all responsibility and liability for any claims of right to the PROJECT by such
others;
iii. Beneficiary/Artist owns all rights to PROJECT, including having obtained any
rights that Beneficiary/Artist did not originally possess; and
iv. if PROJECT contains recognizable images of particular persons,
Beneficiary/Artist has obtained appropriate releases.
b. Beneficiary/Artist acknowledges that, except for PROJECT to which section 3 of this
Agreement applies, the PROJECT will be displayed on City-owned property at various
locations and events including on City-owned properties at the discretion of the
City. The City retains all right to remove, maintain, restore, relocate, or otherwise
alter the PROJECT in the future for any reason.
c. Beneficiary/Artist grants to City a non-exclusive license to graphically and
electronically reproduce PROJECT, while on display, for any and all future publicity
endeavors conducted by City, provided that any such reproduction is credited to
Beneficiary/Artist by name. City may use the Beneficiary/Artists photograph, other
likeness, or biography in connection with the use of PROJECT.
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5. Final Report: Together with the final reimbursement request, and in a format acceptable
to the City (Exhibit 6), Beneficiary/Artist shall submit a final report detailing outcomes
related to budget, activities, objectives, and attendance as first described in the
Beneficiary/Artists application for the Grant.
6. Scope ofEligible Expenditures: Grant funds disbursed under this Agreementshallonly be
used to pay or reimburse eligible expenses as described in the Criteria (Exhibit 1) and in
the Program Call for Applications (Exhibit 2)
a. Reimbursement Defined. Reimbursement means grant disbursement to
Beneficiary/Artist upon receipt by the City of invoices and documentation
demonstrating eligible expenses.
b. No Duplication of Payment. No grant funds may be used to pay or reimburse costs
for expenditures for which Beneficiary/Artist has received any other funding,
whether state, federal or private in nature, for that same expense.
7. Beneficiary/Artist Responsibilities.
a. False Statement.The Beneficiary/Artistunderstandsand acknowledges that providing
false information in the Application or on any documents submitted to the City or its
designees as part of the Beneficiary/Artists participation in the Program may
constitute fraud, justifytermination of this Agreement, trigger the Beneficiary/Artists
obligation to return funds, and may be subject to civil and/or criminal penalties
and/or sanctions.
b. No Employee Relationship. The Beneficiary/Artist understands and acknowledges
that neither the Beneficiary/Artist nor any officer, employee or agent of the
Beneficiary/Artist shall be considered to be an employee of the City, nor entitled to
any benefits accorded City employees, by virtue of the services provided under this
Agreement. The City shall not be responsible for assuming the duties of an employer
with respect to the Beneficiary/Artist or any employee of the Beneficiary/Artist.
c. Non-discrimination.During the performance of this Agreement, the Beneficiary/Artist
shall comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination laws, including but not
limited to, chapter 49.60 RCW, Washingtons Law Against Discrimination, and 42
U.S.C. 12101 et seq., the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In the event of the
Companys noncompliance or refusal to comply with any nondiscrimination law,
regulation, or policy, this Agreement may be rescinded, canceled, or terminated in
whole or in part.
d. Sole proprietorship or Individual. If the Beneficiary/Artist is a sole proprietorship or
if this Agreement is with an individual, the Beneficiary/Artist agrees to notify the City
and complete any required form if the Beneficiary/Artist retired under a State of
Washington retirement system and agrees to indemnify any losses the City may
sustain through the Beneficiary/Artists failure to do so.
8. Insurance: Beneficiary/Artist shall secure and maintain:
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a. Commercial general liability insurance in the minimum amounts of $1,000,000 for
each occurrence/$2,000,000 aggregate for the Term of this Agreement.
b. In the event that Work delivered pursuant to this Agreement either directly or
indirectly involve or require Professional Services, Professional Liability, Errors and
Omissions coverage shall be provided with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per
occurrence. "Professional Services", for the purpose of this section, shall mean any
Work provided by a licensed professional or Work that requires a professional
standard of care.
c. Workers compensation coverage, as required by the Industrial Insurance laws of the
State of Washington, shall also be secured.
d. Commercial Automobile Liability for owned, leased, hired or non-owned, leased, hired
or non-owned, with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence combined single
limit, if there will be any use of Beneficiarys vehicles on the Citys Premises by or on
behalf of the City, beyond normal commutes.
e. Beneficiary/Artist shall name the City as an Additional Insured on its commercial
general liability policy on a non-contributory primary basis. The Citys insurance
policies shall not be a source for payment of any Beneficiary/Artist liability, nor shall
the maintenance of any insurance required by this Agreement be construed to limit
the liability of Beneficiary/Artist to the coverage provided by such insurance or
otherwise limit the Citys recourse to any remedy available at law or in equity.
f. Subject to the Citys review and acceptance, a certificate of insurance showing the
proper endorsements, shall be delivered to the City before performing the PROJECT.
g. Beneficiary/Artist shall provide the City with written notice of any policy cancellation,
within two (2) business days of their receipt of such notice.
9. Records: Maintenance, Access, Disclosure.
a. Records Maintained. Beneficiary/Artist shall maintain all records and accounts with
respect to all matters covered by this Agreement, including personnel, property,
financial, and programmatic records and documents.
b. Retention Period. These records shall be maintained for as long as may be required
by applicable Washington State records retention laws, but in any case for a period of
six (6) years after all funds have been expended or returned to the City, whichever is
later, to ensure proper accounting for all funds and compliance with the Agreement.
c. Litigation or Audit. If any litigation, claim or audit is started before the expiration of
the six (6) year period provided in Section 4(b) above, the records shall be retained
until all litigation, claims, or audit findings involving the records have been resolved.
d. Right of Access. The City, or its authorized representatives, shall have the right of
access to records (electronic and otherwise) of Beneficiary/Artist in order to conduct
audits or other investigations.
e. Subject to Disclosure. Beneficiary/Artist acknowledges that records may be subject to
disclosure under the Public Records Act, Ch. 42.56 RCW.
i. To the full extent the City determines necessary to comply with the Washington
State Public Records Act, Beneficiary/Artist shall make a due diligent search of
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all records in its possession or control relating to this Agreement and the
PROJECT, including, but not limited to, e-mail, correspondence, notes, saved
telephone messages, recordings, photos, or drawings and provide them to the
City for production.
ii. In the event Beneficiary/Artist believes said records need to be protected from
disclosure, it may, at Beneficiary/Artists own expense, seek judicial protection.
Beneficiary/Artist shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City for all
costs, including attorneys fees, attendant to any claim or litigation related to a
Public Records Act request for which Beneficiary/Artist has responsive records
and for which Beneficiary/Artisthas withheld records or information contained
therein, or not provided them to the City in a timely manner.
iii. Beneficiary/Artist shall produce to the City for distribution any and all records
responsive to the Public Records Act request in a timely manner, unless those
records are protected by court order. The provisions of this section shall
survive the expiration or termination of this Agreement.
10. Publications.Any publications produced with funds from this Agreement must display
the following language: This project is being supported, in whole or in part, by a grant
from the City of Renton.
11. Disclaimer by the City.The City expressly disclaims any and all responsibility or liability
to Beneficiary/Artist or third persons for the actions of Beneficiary/Artist or third
persons resulting in death, bodily injury, property damages, or any other losses resulting
in any way from the performance of this Agreement or any other losses resulting in any
way from the performance of the Agreement, or any subcontract thereto. This
Agreement does not in any way establish an agency relationship between or among the
City and/or Beneficiary/Artist.
12. Expenses Incurred in Excess of Program Award Funds. Beneficiary/Artist acknowledges
that any expenses incurred in excess of Program Award Funds are the Beneficiary/Artists
sole responsibility and will not be paid by the City.
13. Repayment of Funds. If any funds provided to Beneficiary/Artist were used in a manner
that is not consistent or allowable as outlined in this Agreement, Beneficiary/Artist shall
return funds to City in the amount determined to be ineligible. Beneficiary/Artist further
agrees that it is financially responsible for and will repay the City any and all indicated
amounts following an audit exception which occurs due to Beneficiary/Artists failure, for
any reason, to comply with the terms of this Agreement. This duty to repay the City shall
not be diminished or extinguished by the termination of the Agreement.
14. Termination.The City reserves the right to terminate this Agreement at any time, with or
without cause by giving ten (10) calendar days notice to the Beneficiary/Artist in writing.
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In the event of such termination or suspension, Beneficiary/Artist waives any right to un-
distributed portions of the award.
15. Conflict of Interest.
a. Beneficiary/Artist designees, agents, members, officers, employees, consultants, and
any other public official who exercises or who has exercised any functions or
responsibilities with respect to the Program during his or her tenure, or who is in a
position to participate in a decision-making process or gain inside information with
regard to the Program, are barred from any interest, direct or indirect, in any grant or
proceeds of the Program, or benefit there from, which is part of this Agreement at any
time during or after such person's tenure.
b. The Citys Code of Ethics and Washington State law prohibit City employees from
soliciting, accepting, or receiving any gift, gratuity or favor from any person, firm or
corporation involved in a contract or transaction. To ensure compliance with the Citys
Code of Ethics and state law, the Beneficiary/Artist shall not give a gift of any kind to
City employees or officials.
c. Beneficiary/Artist also confirms that Beneficiary/Artist does not have a business
interest or a close family relationship with any City officer or employee who was, is, or
will be involved in selecting the Beneficiary/Artist, negotiating or administering this
Agreement, or evaluating the Beneficiary/Artists performance of the Work.
16. Notices: Any notice required under this Agreement will be in writing, addressed to the
appropriate party at the address which appears below (as modified in writing from time
to time by such party), and given personally, by registered or certified mail, return receipt
requested, by facsimile or by nationally recognized overnight courier service. Time period
for notices shall be deemed to have commenced upon the date of receipt, EXCEPT
facsimile delivery will be deemed to have commenced on the first business day following
transmission. Email and telephone may be used for purposes of administering the
Agreement but should not be used to give any formal notice required by the Agreement.
CITY OF RENTON
Jessie Kotarski
Economic Development Manager
CED/City of Renton
1055 South Grady Way, 6th Floor
Renton, WA 98057
Phone: (425) 430-7271
Email: jkotarski@rentonwa.gov
BENEFICIARY/ARTIST
Hannah Flory
Vice President
Sustainable Renton
1700 Edmonds Ave NE Ste B
Renton, WA 98056
Phone: (816) 807-9129
Email:
fundraising@sustainablerenton.org
17. Waiver/Conflict of Terms.
a. Any waiver by the Beneficiary/Artist or the City of the breach of any provision of this
Agreement by the other party will not operate, or be construed, as a waiver of any
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subsequent breach by either party or prevent either party from thereafter enforcing
any such provisions.
b. In the event of any inconsistencies between Beneficiary/Artist proposals and this
Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall prevail. Any exhibits/attachments to
this Agreement are incorporated by reference only to the extent of the purpose for
which they are referenced within this Agreement. To the extent a Beneficiary/Artist-
prepared exhibit conflicts with the terms in the body of this Agreement or contains
terms that are extraneous to the purpose for which it is referenced, the terms in the
body of this Agreement shall prevail and the extraneous terms shall not be
incorporated herein.
18. Modification. This Agreement may only be amended by written agreement signed by
both Parties.
19. Conflicts. In the event of any inconsistencies between Beneficiary/Artist proposals or
Beneficiary/Artist-prepared exhibits and this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement
shall prevail.
20. Severability. In the event any term or condition of this Agreement or application thereof
to any person or circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other terms,
conditions, or applications of this Agreement that can be given effect without the invalid
term, condition, or application. To this end, the terms and conditions of the Agreement
are declared severable.
21. Governing Laws.Any lawsuit or legal action brought by any party to enforce or interpret
this Agreement or any of its terms or covenants shall be brought in the King City Superior
Court for the State of Washington at the Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent, King
City, Washington, or its replacement or successor. Beneficiary/Artist hereby expressly
consents to the personal and exclusive jurisdiction and venue of such court even if
Beneficiary/Artist is a foreign corporation not registered with the State of Washington.
22. Indemnification. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Beneficiary/Artist shall, at its
cost and expense, protect, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its directors,
officers, employees, and agents, from and against any and all demands, liabilities, causes
of action, costs and expenses (including attorneys fees), claims, judgments, or awards of
damages, arising out of or in any way resulting from the acts or omissions of
Beneficiary/Artist, its directors, officers, employees, or agents, relating in any way to
Beneficiary/Artists performance or non-performance under the Agreement.
Beneficiary/Artist agrees that its obligations under this paragraph extend to any
demands, liabilities, causes of action, or claims brought by, or on behalf of, any of its
employees or agents. For this purpose, Beneficiary/Artist, by mutual negotiation, hereby
waives, as respects the Cityonly, any immunity that would otherwise be available against
such claims under any industrial insurance act, including Title 51 RCW, other Workers
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Compensation act, disability benefit act, or other employee benefit act of any jurisdiction
which would otherwise be applicable in the case of such claim. These indemnification
obligations shall survive the termination of the Agreement.
23. Complete Agreement. This Agreement sets forth the complete expression of the
agreement between the Parties, and any oral representations or understandings not
incorporated herein are excluded.The Parties may execute this Agreement in any number
of counterparts, each of which shall constitute an original, and all of which will together
constitute this one Agreement.
Exhibits
1 Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program Application Criteria
2 Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program Call for Applications
3 Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program Beneficiary/Artists Application
4 Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program Projects Awarded
5 Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program Reimbursement Request Form
6 Renton Municipal Arts Commission Grant Program Final Report Form
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have voluntarily entered into this Agreement as of the date
last signed by the Parties below.
CITY OF RENTON
By:________________________
BENEFICIARY
By:___________________________
Gina Estep
CED Administrator
Hannah Flory
Sustainable Renton
__________________________
Date
_____________________________
Date
Approved as to legal form:
__________________________
M. Patrice Kent
Sr. Assistant City Attorney
Grant Template: 01.15.2025 (File # 3264 Award Ref #:__3405____)
TNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have volunt
gned by the Parties below.
CITY OF RENTON
Byyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy:_:::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Gina Estep
CED Administrator
__________________________
Date
_________________________
Hannah Flory
Approved by Patrice Kent via email 5/1/2025
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EXHIBIT 1:
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS GRANT PROGRAM
APPLICATION CRITERIA
Arts@rentonwa.gov
425-430-7271
2025 Grant Guidelines
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION
DEADLINES
GET HELP
Purpose
Public Funding = Public Benefit
Application Review Process
Timeline
Quarter 1 - applications due October 18
Quarter 2 - applications due February 7
Quarter 3 - applications due April 18
Quarter 4 - applications due July 18
Program Overview
Funding Restrictions include:
Grant Awards have been used to:
Timing of Projects
Payment
Eligibility
Who May Apply
Application Packet
Artistic Innovation
Public Access and Benefit
Project Feasibility
Funding Evaluation Criteria
Application Instructions
at least three months before your project
start or event date
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EXHIBIT 2:
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS GRANT PROGRAM
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
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EXHIBIT 3:
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS GRANT PROGRAM
BENEFICIARY/ARTISTS APPLICATION
Project Title: Sustainable Expressions: Art, Education, and Community Connection
Date of event/ project start: 4/15/2025
PROJECT BUDGET
Complete the following table (or submit a separate budget) to detail the costs involved in the project.
The budget must reflect actual costs associated with the project (please submit available quotes and
estimates if available).
A: Personnel
(Project Related)
Amount
Requested
from City
Matchin
g Funds
In-Kind
Donation
s
Total Expenditure Notes
Give details here.
Artistic 750 1000 2500 Stipends to add 5 additional
workshops to our annual budget at
$150 per workshop. This payment
will go to local artists to host
hands-on workshops outside of our
community engagement booths with
a specific focus on Sustainable crafts
or upcycled projects that are easily
accessible to people of all ages.
Administration 4750 2000 6000 Part-time outreach coordinator
contract. Responsible for planning,
organizing, and coordinating
outreach events as well as managing
event volunteers.
Technical 500 500 1000 Stipends for bilingual community
members to assist with translation
and engagement of non-english
speakers at our events.
Other
Total Personnel
Expenditures
6000 3500 9500
B: Implementation
(Cost of Project)
Supplies/Materials 2500 1000 3500 Art supplies, recycled materials, and
other reusable demonstration
materials for our outreach booth and
workshops.
Promotion/Printing 500 500 1000 Flyers, posters, and digital ads to
raise awareness about the program
and to reach a broader audience.
Postage
Artistic Services
Other Professional
Services
Space/Equipment
Rental
500 500 We will provide our own space for
these workshops or use publicly
available spaces such as the library.
Travel/Transportation 500 500 We will pay for all vehicle fuel and
transportation of our supplies to
these community events.
Other
Total
Implementation
Expenditures
3000 5500
Total Expenditures
(A+B)
9000 500 5500 15000
3
Sustainable Renton - Past Creative Outreach Events
To view a version of this document with event photos - click this link
We strive as an organization to provide low-barrier opportunities to the community to become educated
on sustainability and how to feel closer to their surroundings!
Aside from these events, we have hosted a number of workshops on garden planning, food
preservation, sustainable living, and more! All of our workshops are free to the public and hosted at
venues close to bus routes for accessibility. To learn more, visit our webpage -
https://www.sustainablerenton.org/upcoming-events
Past event examples:
Farmers Market 2024:
Sustainable Renton Hosted a trash sorting exercise that engaged young visitors and even stumped
some adults!
We also hosted a seed-planting activity where our visitors could take seed starts of their own to grow
plants in their at-home windowsills or gardens.
Hosting once a month was what our limited team could handle, but we would love to expand this in
2025 to be at the Farmers market more frequently!
Annual Harvest Mayhem Festival at the Sustainable Renton Community Garden:
Sustainable Renton hosts our annual community celebration at our community garden in the Renton
Highlands. We invite all of our neighbors to participate in a day of fun and fundraising for our org!
At our last event, we hosted hayrides, face painting, live music, fresh-pressed cider, and pumpkin
painting. Our local families loved these engaging activities and we ensured to include signage on how
to properly dispose of your pumpkins at the end of the season!
We also invited vendors from around Renton to sell their handmade crafts including pine cone wreaths,
stone mushrooms by the Girl Scouts, homemade syrups and teas, and low-sodium spices!
This event leaves lots of room for expansion and more community arts engagement.
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EXHIBIT 4:
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS GRANT PROGRAM
PROJECTS AWARDED
Applicant Project or Event Title Project dates Project Summary Funding
Request
RMAC Funding
Amount
AL Studio LLC
Let your creativity inspire
unity
February
through
December
2025
Three transformative arts initiatives, inspired by Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s call to serve others, aim to uplift
and unite Renton. Through affordable art classes,
outdoor workshops, and therapeutic art sessions, the
initiatives will offer children, teens, and adults
opportunities to explore creativity, build confidence,
and experience the joy of selfexpression. $15,000 $0
Ali Cohen
It's been a long, a long time
coming.Sep-25
The mural, "It's Been a Long, a Long Time Coming,"
explores a pivotal chapter in Rentons history, depicting
the Houston familys historic home, destroyed by a
porch bombing in the 1960s, and the developments
now occupying the land. Flames rise from the bombing,
transforming into light that symbolizes the familys
journey through systemic oppression, triumph, and
ongoing efforts to address generational wealth gaps.
This mural fosters awareness of Rentons cultural
history, serves as an educational tool, and elevates
Kiwanis Park as a cultural space. By honoring local
history, it advocates for arts education and community
dialogue, inviting reflection on systemic inequities. The
mural offers an enduring contribution to Rentons arts
landscape, encouraging progress and inclusivity. $1,000 $0
Ascendance Pole and
Aerial Arts
Ascendance Studios Dance
Scholarships
April through
June 2025
A nonprofit pole and aerial studio offers a quarterly
scholarship program to provide full or partial tuition
assistance to underserved communities, including
lowincome residents, people of color, seniors, and
youth. The program aims to make pole and aerial arts
accessible, fostering artistic expression, physical
wellbeing, confidence, and community engagement,
while aligning with Renton's cultural and social needs. $5,000 $0
Bryan Ohno LTD (DBA
Soos Creek Studio)
Pottery at the Parks, "ClayGo
Renton"
July and
August 2025
Soos Creek Studio proposes "Pottery at the Park," a
series of free pottery classes at Gene Coulon Memorial
Beach Park during July and August 2025. The mobile
"ClayGo" workshop will engage visitors in creating
pottery outdoors, with a focus on youth and family
participation. Classes will teach pottery techniques for
making culinarysafe mugs, cups, and bowls, and
participants can pick up their fired pieces two weeks
later. The project, costing $9,575, includes 9 daily
sessions, with a capacity of 1215 participants per
session, and aims to enhance Rentons cultural vibrancy
by offering an inclusive and enriching experience. $9,575.00 $0.00
Carolina Fuentes The art of memory
March through
December
2025
"The Lost Art of Memory" is a program designed to
revive ancestral knowledge and storytelling traditions
through memorization techniques. Participants will
learn methods like the memory palace, repetition, and
rhythmbased learning to retain stories, poems, and
cultural teachings. The program blends ancient
methods with modern tools to enhance cognitive skills,
preserve cultural heritage, and encourage
intergenerational learning. Elders will share stories
while younger participants apply memorization
techniques, fostering dialogue and strengthening
cultural identity. The program seeks funding for
instructors, marketing, research, and technology
integration to support this initiative. $7,500 $0
deborah natelson dba
liberty cafe
The River Runs Through It:
Celebrating the Cedar River
Parklet Under the Maple
Tree
February
through
December
2025
The proposed project aims to replace problematic
dwarf laurel shrubs under the maple tree at the east
end of S 3rd St with a functional and attractive parklet.
The current shrubs have become a hotspot for illegal
activities and harm the tree's health and aesthetics. The
new parklet will be a work of art, raising awareness
about the Cedar River, its role in the local ecosystem,
and its connection to the Duwamish people. The
design, led by Debbie Natelson, will feature welded
metal panels, upcycled materials, and homage to the
Duwamish peoples dugout canoes. Renton Technical
College welding students, local seniors, and young
artists will be involved in its construction, creating a
diverse, communitydriven project. The parklet will
enhance the appearance of the area and provide a
public space for relaxation and reflection. $8,700 $0
Eurasia Arts Foundation
Winter Wonderland:
Multicultural Holiday
Celebrations 6-Dec-25
The "Winter Wonderlands: Cultural Celebrations of the
International Holidays" project will offer a festive
winter concert featuring international holiday
celebrations through dance and music. Highlights
include Diwali (India), Chinese Lunar New Year, Yaldah
(Iran/Afghanistan), Hanukkah (Israel), Shabi Aruz
(Sufis), and the Nutcracker Ballet. The event will also
feature a childrens dance contest with prizes.
Attendees can enjoy snacks and drinks from
Uzbekistan, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan during
intermission. The event will be held at the Carco
Theater or a similar venue in Renton, showcasing
performances from top ethnic dance schools and
ensembles in the area. 10000 0
HealthPoint @ Family
First Community Center
HealthPoint @ Family First
Clinic Community Mural Summer 2025
A mural is planned for the HP@Family First clinic,
spanning the entry, waiting room, hallways, and exam
rooms. This communitydesigned art installation will
spark conversation around the meaning of health and
bring beauty to the space, fostering a sense of
ownership and empowerment. The mural will promote
wellbeing by uniting community members to plan,
reflect on the desired health space, and engage in the
healing process of artmaking. Partners in the project
include UrbanArtworks, Family First Community Center,
and a local artist from the Benson Hill/Cascade area. $10,000 $0
Inspired Child
Inspired Child Children's
Open Mic
April through
October 2025
The Childrens Open Mic, held monthly at the
Inspiration Lab, offers children (ages 212) a platform to
showcase music, dance, art, and poetry. This free event
fosters creativity, mentorship, and community
engagement, with performances and minilessons from
professional artists. It serves underserved families,
providing accessible, inclusive programming with free
meals and local partnerships. 10,000 0
Jordan Bye Fine Art Acrylic Art Class
March through
December
2025
This grant will enable free art classes for all ages,
focusing on kids and seniors. The goal is to build
confidence, foster community, and teach creative skills,
while offering a healing space through color therapy. $10,000 $0
M. Curry Designs Cultural Lens
March 8 16,
2025
The Community Artist Talks & LargeScale Community
Painting project aims to engage Renton residents
through free artist talks and a collaborative painting,
reflecting the citys cultural diversity. The project offers
handson participation, fostering creativity and civic
engagement. It provides public access to art, featuring
diverse artists and encouraging inclusivity, particularly
for underserved groups. By showcasing Rentons
identity through a communitydriven artwork, the
initiative fills a gap in public art and promotes a sense
of connection and pride. With a welldefined timeline,
the project is achievable and will leave a lasting cultural
resource for the city. $10,000 $0
RENTON I AM (DBA) I
AM RENTON Sidewalk Stencil Art Apr-25
We propose a pilot project to create pressurewashed
stencil art on the sidewalks of the 700, 800, and 900
blocks of Third Avenue in Downtown Renton, to be
completed by Earth Day, April 22, 2025. This project will
use pressurewashing to create temporary, striking
patterns by removing grime and revealing clean,
negativespace designs. The artwork will incorporate
cultural and historical elements to beautify the
streetscape, spark curiosity, and enhance the walking
experience. This initiative serves as a test to explore the
feasibility of expanding similar art installations to other
parts of Renton in the future. $11,534 $0
Studio Vignette
Collective Textile Workshop Series July 2125, 2025
Studio Vignette Collective, a longtime partner at Family
First Community Center in Renton, proposes offering a
free summer textile workshop for students in grades 1
to 5. This oneweek, threehourperday program would
introduce up to 10 students to diverse textile methods
often not taught in schools, including Shibori, Batik,
weaving, and tapestry. This initiative provides an
invaluable opportunity for students who might
otherwise not be able to attend summer camps due to
financial barriers. In addition, the Collective aims to
start adult programs, including Feltmaking and handbag
weaving workshops. Securing funding will allow these
classes to be offered free of charge, preserving cultural
traditions and providing new learning opportunities to
seniors and others facing financial difficulties. These
programs not only enrich participants lives but also
help improve cognitive health, foster community
bonds, and empower individuals to explore new
creative outlets. 4500 0
Fairwood Community
Group (Fairwood
Market Night) Fairwood Night Market
May through
October 2025
Fairwood Market Night aims to create an inclusive arts
and culture space for the Fairwood community,
focusing on uplifting BIPOC artists and entertainers. The
free event, open to the public, includes a Renton
Spotlight Booth offering feewaived vendor space for
Rentonbased BIPOC creatives. Collaborating with
Renton arts organizations and Family First Community
Center, the event will feature performances like Steel
Drumming, KPop, and Lion Dance, while promoting
equitable participation through marketing and
outreach. This initiative fosters community
connections, supports diverse talent, and strengthens
Rentons arts ecosystem. $1,000 $1,000
Renton LGBTQIA+
Community Renton Pride 7-Jun-25
Renton Pride at the Hyatt on Lake Washington is the
third annual celebration, focusing on LGBTQ+ arts and
culture with drag performances, a vendor market, and
interactive experiences. Grant funds from the Renton
Municipal Arts Commission will support drag artists as
readers, greeters, and performers, and provide hotel
rooms as changing spaces to ensure a safe
environment. The event includes the second annual
"Read with Pride and Joy," presented with the King
County Library System, featuring LGBTQ+ literature for
youth and families, and Drag Queen Story Hour. The
LGBTQ+ and local artist vendor market will showcase
independent creators. This event expands public access
to arts, fosters inclusivity, and strengthens Renton's
artistic landscape with diverse voices. 1118 1118
KLRKAT Productions
Downtown Renton Music
Video Tribute
April 2025
June 2025
In Renton is a music video capturing the citys
heartbeat through music, featuring original songs by
Renton residents Matt and Sundee Frazier and their
family band. Set in downtown Renton, it highlights local
businesses, artists, murals, and community members,
celebrating the citys diverse culture. The video
showcases familyowned shops, cafés, and art spaces,
promoting engagement and cultural appreciation. The
project encourages exploration of local businesses and
fosters crosscultural connections, strengthening
community bonds. It also aims for future growth as an
annual event, with outreach through social media and
local media partnerships. $1,800 $1,800
Fem Allies in Business
dba FAB
The Art of Bowl and Basket
Making
April through
December
2025
Funding requested to host a bowl and basketmaking
class using rope and textiles, aligning with the Arts
Grants Program by encouraging creativity and handson
artmaking. The class offers participants a chance to
explore a unique technique that combines functionality
with artistry. It fosters community involvement,
celebrates traditional crafts with a modern twist, and
strengthens the local artistic scene. $3,297 $3,297
Tabitha Blackburn Art Cugini Florist Dragon Mural
April through
June 2025
This interactive mural will feature a Rentoninspired
dragon wrapping around Cugini Florists (413 S 3rd St). It
will celebrate cultural diversity, local art, and
community engagement, with a hiddenobject
scavenger hunt included. Local youth will assist in
painting. Planned for spring 2025, it aligns with
Rentons Art Grants by expanding public art access and
honoring the citys dragon heritage. $7,970 $6,000
Sustainable Renton
Sustainable Expressions: Art,
Education, and Community
Connection
April through
October 2025
Sustainable Renton is seeking funding to support an
innovative and engaging artsfocused community
outreach initiative at the Renton Farmers Market and
other local community events and festivals such as the
upcoming Dragonâs Landing Street Fair, Renton
River Days, and more! Our goal is to inspire and
educate residents about sustainability through
interactive, handson activities that merge
environmental awareness with artistic expression. At
our outreach booths, we will host small educational
activities that encourage creativity while reinforcing
sustainable practices. These activities could include:
Trash Sorting Challenges: A handson exercise to
educate participants on proper waste sorting,
composting, and recycling to reduce landfill
contributions. Upcycled Art Projects: Using everyday
waste items such as bottle caps, cardboard, and old
textiles, demonstrating how waste can be repurposed
into something beautiful and meaningful. Sustainable
Educational Activities: Utilizing engaging
Demonstrations and visuals, we aim to inform children,
families and individuals on how they can make a big
difference in their community with small changes in
their everyday life such as creating bee houses in their
backyards, plant a pollinator garden, or use the scraps
from their kitchen to feed a worm habitat! Through
these activities, we will engage with people of all ages,
fostering a deeper connection between art, 10000 9000
Family First Community
Center
Arts & Creativity at The
Family First Community
Center
April 2025
December
2025
The Family First Community Center (FFCC) is expanding
its arts programs, focusing on youth and seniors. By
partnering with five organizations and planning to grow
to eight by spring 2025, FFCC offers multicultural
programs like Lunar New Year art workshops and senior
weaving classes. New biweekly Teen Program Only
Days (PODs) will enhance youth engagement through
arts education, while senior programs continue to
thrive with 1820 weekly participants. FFCCs
community art projects, like the annual BacktoSchool
Celebration, foster inclusivity and cultural appreciation
across generations. $10,000.00 $10,000.00
Renton Civic Theatre
Supporting Artists at Renton
Civic Theatre: Increasing
Stipends for Equity &
Sustainability
February
through
December
2025
Renton Civic Theatre has been a vital part of the local
arts community, offering highquality productions that
engage and educate. However, providing fair
compensation to artists has been a challenge. This
funding request aims to increase artist stipends,
ensuring sustainable productions and valuing the work
of actors, directors, and creative teams. By improving
compensation, we can enhance artist retention, attract
diverse talent, and expand access for underserved
communities. This proposal supports the Art Grants
Programs goal of ensuring accessible, equitable, and
artistically enriching theatre for Renton audiences. $10,000 $10,000
Totals $157,994 $42,215
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Completed Final Report
Attached IRS Form W9
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Signature
Printed name
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS COMMISSION GRANT PROGRAM
Reimbursement Request Form
Attached supporting documentation for expenses to demonstrate, by date, expenses were
incurred following the execution of the contract and no later than December , 202 .
Sufficient documentation includes:
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EXHIBIT 6:
RENTON MUNICIPAL ARTS GRANT PROGRAM
FINAL REPORT FORM
Renton Municipal Arts Commission Renton City Hall 1055 South Grady Way Renton WA 98057
Note: These attachments are necessary to
document that the project was completed as stated in your application. A requirement
of the grant contract is to show that the "credit line" for support from the Renton Municipal
Arts Commission used in publicity.
Renton Municipal Arts Commission Renton City Hall 1055 South Grady Way Renton WA 98057
Renton Municipal Arts Commission, 1055 S Grady
Way, Renton, WA 98057 or arts@rentonwa.gov