Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Huber Heights commission backs student-led outdoor mural; contractor to coordinate with Athletic Foundation
Summary
The Arts & Beautification Commission voted to proceed with a proposed outdoor mural by 17-year-old artist Katie Caplinger, partnering with Cincinnati firm MSA Design and contingent on Athletic Foundation permission and zoning/sign review.
The Huber Heights Arts & Beautification Commission voted to move forward with a community mural proposed by 17-year-old student artist Katie Caplinger and to have staff contact the local Athletic Foundation to secure permission for a proposed site.
Caplinger told the commission she wanted the mural to honor local athletes and teach residents about the city’s history. “I am 17. I swim through the YMCA … and I am part of the YMCA National Athlete Committee,” she said, describing a project to “honor the athletes that have come before us and anybody else that we could find” to inspire future generations.
Commissioners heard from MSA Design, a Cincinnati-based environmental graphic design firm led by Chelsea Sanders, who introduced the firm and its experience in translating designs into permanent installed work. Alexis Estoyde, a graphic designer with MSA Design, described the firm’s approach to community-driven projects: “We work in environmental graphic design ……
Already have an account? Log in
Subscribe to keep reading
Unlock the rest of this article — and every article on Citizen Portal.
- Unlimited articles
- AI-powered breakdowns of topics, speakers, decisions, and budgets
- Instant alerts when your location has a new meeting
- Follow topics and more locations
- 1,000 AI Insights / month, plus AI Chat
