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City staff seek temporary display sites for six restored Asawa panels; family open to temporary placement
Summary
Arts staff presented options for temporary public display of six restored Ruth Asawa bronze panels, detailed weights and mounting considerations, and described a possible 6—8-month temporary placement while the committee and public consider permanent siting (fountain or alternatives). A public commenter urged anti-graffiti protections.
Meredith Knudson, the city rts and culture manager, told the committee six Asawa bronze panels have been completed and staff are exploring temporary display options in the downtown and other city locations. She said most panels "weigh about 450 pounds" and that mounting hardware could add another 50—00 pounds depending on the approach.
Knudson described possible temporary locations including Courthouse Square, City Hall, Findlay Community Center and the Welcome Center and said panels could be mounted on wheeled bases or steel frames. She said the family has been informed, is "open to temporary display" and that conversations about permanent placement (including a fountain) are ongoing.
Committee members favored prominent locations and suggested distributing panels across districts for equitable access. Staff said the fountain remains in the master plan and, if the fountain is chosen as the permanent site, construction would likely start in January 2027; a temporary display window of roughly six to eight months was described as realistic under that timeline.
Public commenter Gig Haida warned staff to plan for graffiti prevention and removal strategies for outdoor displays. Knudson confirmed staff use anti-graffiti coatings on public artworks and will include protective measures in display planning.
No formal action was taken; staff will pursue community advisory feedback and return with siting recommendations.
