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Commission recommends Howard DeSouza's 'Rain Spark' for Fire Station 2 public art; $225,000 commission
Summary
The commission approved the public-art selection process and unanimously recommended the artist team (proposal 'Rain Spark' by Howard DeSouza) to advance to the city manager for final approval; staff noted a $225,000 art budget and plans to refine lighting and color contrast with the building.
Public art staff presented the Fire Station 2 public-art competition and recommended a winning design to the Boulder Arts Commission. Staff said the parent redevelopment project runs through 2028 and carries a public-art budget of $225,000. A national request for qualifications drew 159 applicants; three finalists presented and a community selection panel made a unanimous recommendation for a…
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