The Clawson Downtown Development Authority voted to approve a metal snowflake pole decoration (identified in meeting materials as design 16) on July 16 and directed staff to finalize vendor selection and a prototype lighting mockup before full production.

Board discussion focused on vendor quotations, local sourcing, installation logistics and warranties. Staff reported three quotes: Main Street Designs, Mosca Designs and a local artist referred to in the record as Mr. Gennad. Pricing was broadly similar; Mosca offered a larger short‑term discount, while the local artist’s bid was a fixed per‑unit price. The DDA noted a previously approved $10,000 in decorations with matching city funds and discussed that amount would yield roughly 34–35 units at the quoted per‑unit price.

Board members emphasized buying locally where possible. The local artist’s proposal included a five‑year warranty that staff said matched the warranty offered by the other two vendors. Board members requested a lighting prototype to ensure the chosen design would read at a distance; staff said the vendor would provide a mockup and that the off‑the‑shelf lights under consideration would make future replacements easier.

A motion to approve design 16 and proceed toward purchase and installation carried (voice vote). The meeting record does not list a tally of yes/no votes. The DDA directed staff to return with lighting details, a proposed installation schedule and plans for volunteer or vendor installation; staff also suggested using upcoming events to solicit donations and QR‑linked promotions to offset costs.

Board members discussed volunteer assistance for year‑end installation and the option of staging a lighting kickoff tied to other holiday programming. The DDA also agreed to solicit community donations (including at Cinema on the Streets) and to create a QR code sign for event promotion and follower growth.