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Tempe public art plan emphasizes equity, artist pathways and integration into infrastructure
Summary
City staff and consultant Designing Local presented an updated public art plan focused on geographic equity, supporting local artists, integrating art into transportation and development and expanding the Art in Private Development program; presenters said 98.4% of residents are within a 20‑minute walk of public art.
City arts staff and consultant Josh Lapp of Designing Local presented an updated public art plan at the Feb. 12 Tempe City Council work study that, officials said, seeks to distribute public art more equitably, support artists’ careers and integrate artworks into streetscapes, parks and development projects.
"98.4% of residents are within a 20 minute walk of public art…
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