Artist proposes 'Fairyland' installations on canal; recreation staff and board express support to coordinate
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Artist Peter Spermoda proposed installing fairy-dwelling sculptures along the canal and partnering with local schools and recreation for Canal Days; board members encouraged him to work with the recreation department and planning staff.
Artist and DeWitt resident Peter Spermoda presented a proposal to install 'fairyland' dwellings and large sculptural pieces along the canal as a community art project tied to Canal Days. Spermoda said he has produced large public artworks previously and offered to involve local high school art students and recreation classes in fabrication and installation.
Spermoda told the board he "would be more than happy to go to the high school and see if I could get some help there" and said displays could include large and small fairy dwellings and theatrical characters to attract children and families. He noted some pieces are weather resistant but not intended to be permanent.
Recreation staff encouraged Spermoda to coordinate with the recreation department and said the timing aligned with Canal Day planning. The board suggested he speak with recreation staff for next steps; no formal approvals or funding commitments were made.
Spermoda said he had provided materials by email and would follow up with the recreation department for permitting and logistics.
