During a recent government meeting, members of the Wildwood Commission discussed plans for a logo competition to celebrate the city's 30th anniversary. The initiative aims to engage local artists and residents, with submissions open to all creative individuals in the region, regardless of residency. Concerns were raised about potential conflicts of interest if commission members or their spouses submitted designs. The city attorney suggested that anonymity in the voting process could mitigate these concerns.
The commission expressed enthusiasm for the competition, with one member highlighting the wealth of artistic talent within the community. A motion was made and seconded to proceed with the contest, which was unanimously approved.
In addition to the logo competition, the commission reviewed the \"30 by 30 Challenge,\" which involves identifying 30 locations around the city for residents to explore over ten months. The challenge will kick off with a soft launch at a September event, featuring a QR code for participants to access information about the locations. The commission discussed various ways to track participation, including the possibility of using selfies as proof of visits, while also considering whether to offer prizes for completion.
The meeting concluded with plans to refine the list of locations and finalize details for the upcoming events, including the holiday tree lighting, which will serve as a significant promotional opportunity for both the logo competition and the challenge. The next meeting is scheduled for September 4, where further updates and discussions will take place.