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Commission agrees to allow painted 'rhino' sculptures on county property pending placement approval

Marion County Commission · December 22, 2025
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Summary

A city representative asked the commission to support a Department of Tourism grant to place painted rhino sculptures and kiosks on county properties; commissioners approved placement of rhino statues (but not freestanding signs) pending staff approval of locations and notification to municipal clerks.

A representative (Speaker 5) asked the commission for permission and potential financial sponsorship for a Department of Tourism 'tourist attraction' grant to expand a local painted‑rhino public‑art trail and add signage on county land.

"The medium sized rhinos are regularly priced at $300 a rhino. The grant would take that price down to $200 a piece," the applicant said…

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