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Council reviews Sister Cities mural mock‑up for Mounts Public Library
Summary
City staff and the Bryan College Station Sister Cities group presented a proposed, grant‑funded mural for the Mounts Public Library; council members asked for clearer local identifiers, an interpretive panel or QR code, and confirmation of trademark and maintenance details. Painting is anticipated in May with an unveiling planned for June/July.
Risha Jackson, the city’s community economic development specialist, presented a mock‑up of a mural proposed for the Mounts Public Library and said the project is funded through the city’s Arts and Culture Development Grant (hotel occupancy tax revenue). “We are looking for your feedback and guidance,” Jackson told the council as she introduced representatives from BCS Sister Cities and the artist.
Chuck Martinez of BCS Sister Cities described the project’s origins and the sub‑grantee commission with artist Enrico Pence, saying the mural is intended to celebrate international partnerships and become a public landmark. “We believe that this work is gonna be very imaginative,” Martinez said, adding that the staff review committee…
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