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Commission asks artist Scott Froshar for detailed proposals for sign project and a larger sculptural option
Summary
The commission asked artist Scott Froshar (referred to in transcript as Scott) to return with more detailed proposals and incremental budgets for two options — a temporary 'word on the street' signage project and a larger iconic sculpture — and agreed not to pursue a separate Ring Mountain/Miwok carving project at this time.
The Tiburon Town Heritage and Arts Commission discussed a public‑art proposal from artist Scott Froshar on May 20 and voted to request a more detailed follow‑up for two options: (1) a temporary/semipermanent “word on the street” sign installation and (2) a larger, iconic sculptural work tied to Tiburon identity. Commissioners explicitly set aside a third option in the artist’s email involving Ring Mountain and Miwok rock carvings for further consideration at a later date.
Commissioners emphasized site selection concerns and public safety: several members said signage should avoid being placed on active traffic corridors (Tiburon Boulevard/Caltrans right‑of‑way) and suggested parks, the Old Rail Trail bike path or other off‑street locations as preferable. Commissioners also discussed whether signs should be temporary or permanent and said the commission would retain final approval over any messages or wording.
Staff reported the artist estimated a variable budget range and suggested a $25,000 option could produce an impactful temporary program; commissioners asked the artist to provide itemized, incremental budgets so the commission can understand what would be built at different funding levels. The commission approved a motion directing the chair to contact the artist for fleshed‑out proposals for options 1 and 2, including proposed locations and cost breakdowns. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioners said they would coordinate with the Parks Department (Post) and the town’s streets/traffic authorities on acceptable locations and would return to the commission for message and site approval before any installations.
