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El Mirage outlines 75th anniversary plans: murals, three‑day festival and a $26,000 drone show proposed
Summary
City staff presented a range of events for El Mirage’s 75th anniversary including a three‑day festival at Bill Gentry Park, a proposed mural program with West Valley Arts Council, and a vendor bid of $26,000 for a 12–15 minute drone show; council asked for budget detail and next steps.
El Mirage staff presented a broad update on planned events and outreach for the city’s 75th anniversary, proposing public art, marketing campaigns and a three‑day fall festival centered on Bill Gentry Park.
Shelley and Parks Director Sean walked council members through promotional plans (social media, flyers, utility bill inserts), a historic photo call, small and large candle installations, street pole banners and giveaways. Staff described a proposed mural program — ‘Greetings from El Mirage’ — and presented the West Valley Arts Council as a potential partner to run a call for artists, selection panel and installation.…
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