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City Council Meeting Minutes May 5,2026 <br /> 2018 and the goals of the updated policy.Wattigny highlighted the need to <br /> clearly define roles, approval processes, artist compensation, maintenance <br /> expectations, deaccession procedures, and standards for public engagement. <br /> Ms. Wattigny also reviewed the mural commissioning process, including site <br /> identification, public input,calls for qualifications,artist stipends for concept <br /> designs, and Arts Commission selection. An example of a recent large mural <br /> project was discussed. <br /> Assistant City Manager Gonzales asked whether the new policy should require <br /> coordination with other boards and commissions and whether art procured by <br /> other City departments should follow the same process. <br /> Council discussion centered on public engagement, Council's role in reviewing <br /> high-visibility projects,and the need to avoid interfering with artistic decisions. <br /> Some members supported early conceptual review by Council,while others <br /> preferred leaving final design authority with the Arts Commission. Several <br /> members emphasized the importance of setting clear triggers—such as size, <br /> cost, or visibility—for when Council review should occur. There was also <br /> interest in developing community-informed guiding themes for future artwork <br /> rather than prescribing specific design elements. <br /> Council discussed codifying practices for murals on private property, including <br /> the existing five-year display requirement. Staff noted that the new policy will <br /> also address gaps such as defining major versus minor projects and required <br /> public engagement levels. <br /> Assistant City Manager Gonzales encouraged Council to provide early input as <br /> staff prepares the draft policy in coordination with the Arts Commission. <br /> Council directed staff to proceed with drafting the updated policy and return <br /> to Council for review. <br /> EXECUTIVE SESSION <br /> 4. The San Marcos City Council will convene in executive session pursuant to Section 551.071 <br /> (Consultation with Attorney) and Section 551.072 (Real Property)to receive legal advice and <br /> deliberate regarding the lease of City-owned real property located at 201 South LBJ Drive. <br /> A motion was made by Council Member Rodriguez,seconded by Deputy <br /> Mayor Pro Tem Garza to convene in Executive Session pursuant to Section <br /> 551.071 (Consultation with Attorney) and Section 551.072 (Real Property) of <br /> the Texas Government Code to receive legal advice and deliberate regarding <br /> the lease of City-owned real property located at 201 South LBJ Drive. <br /> City of San Marcos Page 4 <br />