2026-05-28 May 28, 2026 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes - FINAL
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6:00 PM City of Smyrna Mayor and Council Meeting 2800 King Street SE Human Resources Training Room Page 2 of 9 Public Art Plan Overview Plan Overview • Section 1 – Introduction • Section 2 – Community Engagement • Section 3 – Public Art Typologies/Approaches • Section 4 – Public Art Project Recommendations • Section 5 – Administrative Recommendations • Appendix Section 1 Overview • What is a Public Art Plan? And what will it do for Smyrna? • Who is this plan for? • What is the history of public art in Smyrna? • Why is this the right time to create a Public Art Plan? Section 2 Community Engagement What We Heard 10 one-on-one conversations Crafts and Drafts Pop Up Engagement 234 Survey Respondents - Respondents want to see public art from ward to ward What is the identity of Smyrna? • Connection and Togetherness • A Lively and Vibrant Spirit • Embracing Diversity What are the foundational needs for Public Art in Smyrna? • A unified and clear direction for projects • Funding strategies • Art across Smyrna What should Public Art in Smyrna embrace? • Authentically Smyrna • Building the Public Art Muscle • Beyond Beautification Vision Statement for the Smyrna Public Art Master Plan Public art in Smyrna will reflect the community, amplify the best parts of Smyrna, and enrich quality of life for all. Sections 3 & 4 Public Art Typologies and Project Recommendations Public Art Typologies Public Art Media • Sculpture, environmental, fiber, functional, murals, lights installations, mosaics, multimedia, performing arts, time-based media Public Art Placement Strategies • Iterative, and single presentation Public Art Approaches • Iterative, public performances, pop up & temporary, site-specific, community participatory art Recommendations Framework • Small Wins – Smaller investment, shorter timeline, under $25,000 • Medium Wins – More significant investment, medium timeline, $25,000 – $49,999.99 • Big Wins – Major investment, permanent intention, $50,000+