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Clark County approves $300,000 in new public-art projects as part of FY 2026 arts plan
Summary
The Clark County Commission approved the County Arts Plan and the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget for the public art program, including $300,000 in new project allocations, continuation of local-artist prioritization, and staffing increases to five full-time positions.
The Clark County Commission on June 3 approved the county arts plan and the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget to manage the public art program, fund new projects and education, and repair existing works.
County parks and recreation staff said the arts program focuses on local artists and community engagement. Patrick Almedo, acting director, parks and recreation, told commissioners the division completed multiple projects in FY25 and is proposing $300,000 in new project allocations for FY26, with a priority on contracting local artists.
The arts division reported hiring and commissioning primarily local artists for dozens of…
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