Report to City Council
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TO: Mayor and City Council
Mayor and City Council Acting in its Capacity as
President and Members of the Board of Directors of
the Moreno Valley Community Services District (CSD)
FROM: Jeremy Bubnick, Parks & Community Services
Director
AGENDA DATE: October 20, 2026
TITLE: REVIEW AND CONSIDER THE PUBLIC ARTS
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION FOR UTILITY BOX
ART PROGRAM APPLICATION- HEATHER ANDREWSHORTON AT THE CORNER OF SUNNYMEAD BLVD.
AND HEACOCK ST. (REPORT OF: PARKS AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES) (DISTRICT 1)
TITLE SUMMARY: Request To Review And Consider The Public Arts Commission’s Recommendation For Utility Box Art Program Application- Heather Andrews-Horton At The Corner Of
Sunnymead Blvd. And Heacock St.
DISTRICT: District 1
Recommendation(s)
That the City Council and Community Services District:
1. Receive and file the artist’s design; and
2. Review and consider the Public Arts Commission's recommendation to approve the Utility Box Art Program Application submitted by Heather Andrews-Horton for the design of a utility box wrap at the corner of Sunnymead Blvd. and Heacock St.
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SUMMARY
This report recommends that the City Council review and consider the Public Arts Commission's September 23, 2026, recommendation for the Utility Box Art Program application submitted by Heather Andrews-Horton for the design of a utility box wrap located at the corner of Sunnymead Blvd. and Heacock St. The proposed artist compensation for the artwork currently under consideration is $500.
If approved, Parks & Community Services staff will proceed with implementation of the approved artwork in accordance with the City’s Public Art Policy and applicable City policies and procedures.
DISCUSSION
On June 20, 2023, the City Council approved the City of Moreno Valley’s Public Art Policy, which includes guidelines regarding the submittal process, selection criteria, installation, deinstallation, and agreements as it relates to the Public Art Program. It further considers the role of the Public Arts Commission and calls for the City Council to make the final decision on all public art on City of Moreno Valley property.
Per the approved Public Art Policy, “Public Art” is defined as artistic works created by artists that are unique and original, located in a public space or facility, and accessible to the public. Public Art includes works of a permanent or temporary nature. “Public Art” can take the form of an exhibit, performance, installation, integration of art and architecture, or a unique physical environment or feature that integrates art into the city. Eligible mediums include but are not limited to painting, mural, drawing, sculpture, photography, landscaping, water feature, components of a building, works of sound and/or light, and spoken word. Mass-produced or standardized art, mechanical reproductions, or directional signage are not eligible media.
In accordance with the City’s Public Art Policy, the proposed utility box artwork was reviewed by the Public Arts Commission at its meeting on September 23, 2026, and is now being presented to the City Council for final consideration.
ALTERNATIVES
1. Approve the Public Arts Commission’s recommendation; or
2. Do not approve the Public Arts Commission’s recommendation
FISCAL IMPACT
The fiscal impact associated with the utility box artwork presented for consideration under this item is $500. Funding for the Public Art Program will come from the ARTS Fund 4017.
There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund.
NOTIFICATION
Publication of Agenda.
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PREPARATION OF STAFF REPORT
Prepared By: Department Head Approval:
Melissa Cortes Jeremy Bubnick
PCS Administration and Financial Services Division Manager Parks & Community Services Director Concurred By: Concurred By:
Claudia Torres Jazmin Alvarez Barragan
Special Events & Facilities Division Manager Management Analyst
CITY COUNCIL GOALS
Advocacy: Develop cooperative intergovernmental relationships and be a forceful advocate of City policies, objectives, and goals to appropriate external governments, agencies and corporations.
Community Image, Neighborhood Pride and Cleanliness: Promote a sense of community pride and foster an excellent image about our City by developing and executing programs which will result in quality development, enhanced neighborhood preservation efforts, including home rehabilitation and neighborhood restoration.
Positive Environment: Create a positive environment for the development of Moreno Valley's future.
CITY COUNCIL STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
1. Economic Development
2. Public Safety
3. Library
4. Infrastructure
5. Beautification, Community Engagement, and Quality of Life
6. Youth Programs
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Report Approval Details
Document
Title:
STAFFREPORT_PCS_UTILITYBOX_102026_HORTON.docx
Attachments: - Heather Andrews-Horton Design.pdf
Final Approval
Date:
Oct 15, 2026
This report and all of its attachments were approved and signed as outlined below:
Jeremy Bubnick
Sean Kelleher
Anna Chacon
Felicia London, MPA
Launa Jimenez
Brian Mohan
Patty Rodriguez