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Winchester council continues appeal over proposed downtown literacy mural after hour-long public debate
Summary
After more than an hour of public testimony for and against a proposed children's literacy mural on two primary facades in Old Town, Winchester City Council voted to continue the appeal so staff and stakeholders can draft clearer mural guidelines for the historic district.
Winchester City Council on Wednesday continued an appeal by Friends of Old Town of a Board of Architectural Review denial for a proposed children's literacy mural at 54 and 102 South Loudoun Street, saying staff should work with stakeholders to develop clearer guidelines before the council acts.
The mural proposal, presented by Brady Clovin of Friends of Old Town, would cover the side-by-side facades near the walking mall splash pad and was described by the applicant as a community-driven effort to promote childhood literacy and foot traffic on the south end of the mall. “This mural is more than paint on painted brick,” Clovin said, describing the project as “community storytelling” that was developed through an open artist call and months of public engagement.
Supporters — including funders and arts organizations — said the design and location would attract families and businesses. Elena…
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