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MacArthur Park group unveils plans for 30-foot 'Frisbee' shade sculpture
Summary
Volunteers from the MacArthur Park Group presented a privately funded design for a 30-foot fiberglass Frisbee shade structure, saying it aims to add shade and become a cultural landmark; organizers said they have raised roughly $100,000 toward a $200,000–$250,000 budget and are seeking remaining funds and city support for groundwork.
The MacArthur Park Group presented plans for a 30-foot-diameter fiberglass Frisbee-shaped shade structure it hopes to install near the dog park, telling the Little Rock City Board of Directors that the piece has official clearance from Wham-O and will serve as both shade and a visible cultural landmark.
The presentation matters because the park group said the structure would address a documented lack of shade at the dog park, be highly visible from I-630, and fit goals in the downtown master plan for walkability and cultural connections.
Tim Heiple, representing the MacArthur Park Group, said…
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