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Board backs student‑art banners for downtown in 2027
Summary
The DDA approved a plan to use student artwork from Garden City schools for 2027 downtown banners, with the superintendent and schools coordinating selections and release forms to address privacy concerns.
The Garden City DDA approved a plan to produce the 2027 downtown banners using student artwork from local schools, as an alternative to the longstanding 'hometown hero' banners.
Staff proposed working with the Garden City Public Schools and Tipton Academy to select up to 40 images (eight district schools × five banners each). Trustees discussed release forms and whether to display student last names; staff suggested options ranging from first name and grade to class‑level attribution to protect privacy. The board authorized staff to proceed with coordination and a student art selection process, with the superintendent and school art teachers helping vet entries.
Supporters said the program would draw families downtown and spotlight young artists. Trustees asked staff to consult legal counsel on release forms and school policies before public display.
