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Worcester Arts Council approves final report for Pernet mural project
Summary
The council accepted the Pernet mural final report, receipts and photos at its May 19 meeting and urged recipients to boost public visibility through social media and events.
The Worcester Arts Council approved the final report and supporting materials for a mural project identified as "Pernet1," accepting receipts, photos and the project closeout at the May 19 meeting.
Council members discussed how indoor placement of some mural elements affects public access and recommended that grantees promote completed projects on social media and consider public unveilings. One member noted that photographs are useful but suggested asking grantees to post on Instagram or otherwise increase visibility so the council’s grant investments are more publicly visible.
The chair asked for a motion to approve the Pernet1 submission, and members moved and approved the item by voice vote. Staff confirmed the submission included receipts, photos and an invoice form; no additional marketing materials were attached.
Council members discussed future grant requirements, including asking mural grantees to host community events or provide social-media posts so the projects better meet the council’s public-benefit goals. There was no change to grant funding or retroactive requirements; the approval accepted the materials as submitted.
