PURSUE SOLUTIONS TO COMMON CONCERNS

Events are an example of a common concern:

As artists we have the imperative to create and share. As a community we have established (through a variety of live/work warehouses) a forum for artists to exhibit their work to audiences. We must continue to build this capacity and guarantee it’s continuation.

Common Threats faced by warehouses

PROBLEM	PROPOSED SOLUTION
Liability for Injury: if someone gets hurt at an event, they can sue the leaseholder.	Institute waivers à purchase insurance for all events (pending funding)
Public Event Permits: required to request police permission 30 days in advance for public gatherings.	Have events for members only ($5 membership gets you in the door plus invitations to upcoming fundraisers)
Alcohol Sales: non-permitted sales of alcohol and underage drinking can carry penalties for which individuals and/or leaseholders can be held liable.	Nonprofits can file ABC-221for permission to sell alcohol for public events, OR drinks can be provided to members on a suggested donation basis. All events w/alcohol MUST check ID’s.
Noise, Parking, Security: we affect and are affected by our environment – can attract negative attention if we don’t communicate with neighbors.	Communicate with neighbors regularly regarding nonprofit activity. Encourage designated driver car-pools and bikes. Gardens, murals, recycling.
Building up to Code: We must assess where we need to make improvements for health and safety and where the current permitting process is onerous/irrelevant.	Establish relationships with contractors, public officials and city employees to address these concerns.