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City council adopts policy for memorials and public art; members debate scope of prohibited imagery
Summary
The Dallas City Council unanimously adopted a policy governing memorials and public art on city property but discussed tightening criteria to explicitly prohibit hateful imagery and language, with council members agreeing the council retains final approval authority.
The Dallas City Council adopted Resolution No. 3554 on Aug. 4 to formalize city policy for the approval and installation of memorials and public art in parks and public spaces, a measure city staff said will create a transparent application process and require council approval for future memorials.
The policy was advanced to council after review by advisory committees and the parks advisory board. It sets criteria for approval and a…
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