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Public Works backs McKinleyville mural project; committee sets tentative June installation
Summary
Committee members reported that Public Works supports installing murals in bulb-outs at Hiller Road and McKinleyville Avenue, tentatively scheduled June 26—6; artists Sam Jones and Ben Goulart are identified and the committee will measure areas, confirm availability, and pursue fundraising.
At its April 28, 2026 meeting, the McKinleyville Municipal Advisory Committee's Committee for Active Transportation heard an update on the McKinleyville Community Street Art Project for the Hiller Road and McKinleyville Avenue bulb-outs. Megan Blumenstein and Bonnie Oliver reported that Public Works supports the concept and will provide traffic control and mark bulb-out locations in early June.
The committee listed tentative mural installation dates of June 26—6 and named two artists, Sam Jones and Ben Goulart, pending confirmation of their availability. Next steps include measuring mural areas, confirming artist commitments, determining the level of community participation, and advancing planning and fundraising.
Members noted that some design elements are not permitted because of future road plans; the committee asked staff to coordinate with Public Works to ensure designs comply with upcoming pavement and lane projects. The meeting also referenced potential funding sources discussed during public comment, including Measure O, HCAOG trail funding (approximately $30,000 available), and Caltrans Sustainable Transportation Planning Grants.
The committee intends to pursue community outreach and fundraising to support the mural installation; no formal funding decision was recorded at the April 28 meeting. The CAT proposed the next meeting for May 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at Grace Good Shepherd Church (pending approval).
