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Council reviews Greenbelt Landing signage concepts and donor recognition; artwork and signage scheduled for fall and next spring
Summary
Staff updated the council on rapid progress at Greenbelt Landing, presented signage concepts and donor-recognition plans including named features and a MidAmerican Energy stage, and discussed naming of the community building and sign accessibility; signage will go to bid this fall for installation next spring.
City staff presented an extensive update on Greenbelt Landing construction progress, signage concepts and donor-recognition opportunities.
Richard walked through site photos, construction status and a set of sign concepts that aim to match the project's materials and color palette. He described a gateway donor-recognition sign at the festival-lawn entry, named-donor plaques for larger contributions, and smaller plaques and signs for modest donors. "This would be the main entry sign into Greenbelt Landing," Richard said while pointing to the gateway sign concept.
The presentation included a MidAmerican Energy'sponsored stage concept with capability for bands to hang lights and use dedicated power. Council members asked about power capability and design, and staff said the structural steel and a dedicated power box were sized to meet typical festival needs.
Staff also briefed the council on the Ashley Oakland Star Playground donor signage and a public-art signage strategy that will include artist statements and donor recognition near each artwork. The city expects the artist on site late September or early October and hopes to install artwork and signage in spring 2026.
Why it matters: The signage and donor-recognition package helps frame the park experience and acknowledges financial contributors; design choices will influence accessibility, legibility and brand consistency across the regional ICON signage system.
Council members suggested further review of naming ("community building" vs. "events building"), a short council discussion on name choices, and additional scrutiny to ensure sign text and contrast meet accessibility standards. Staff said sign manufacturing will be procured this fall to allow winter fabrication and spring installation.
Next steps: Staff will sit with ICON on color options, refine signage text and maps for the site, and bring recommended sign packages to council for purchase and installation approval.
