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Board approves Coastal Park mural design; discusses Art in the Park, mural festival, signage and artist jurying
Summary
The Clearwater arts board approved a Gladiolus-themed mural for Coastal Park by voice vote with one recorded nay, discussed the Art in the Park and downtown mural festival, artist jurying for upcoming calls, a city-wide public-art database and signage/QR-code mapping for mural tours and the Pinellas Trail.
The Clearwater Arts & Cultural Affairs Board approved a mural design for Coastal Park and spent substantial time discussing the city's broader public-art programming — including the Art in the Park event, the ongoing mural festival, artist jurying, maintenance planning, and signage/QR mapping for trails and tours.
At the meeting, staff asked the board for final approval of the Coastal Park mural (choice between gladiolus and orange motifs). After discussion about prominence of the gladiolus motif and artistic style, a motion to approve the design was made, seconded and carried with one board member recorded as voting "nay." Amber Bryce, arts and cultural affairs manager, confirmed the artist selected for that mural is Carlos Ponds and said the work will be painted (not purely…
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