City staff to send library-mural artist picks to council; committee to host public-art talks

Committee members reviewed the proposed library mural program and the process that will lead to artist selection. Staff said city staff conducted an RFQ/RFP screening of submissions and will forward recommended artists to city council for final approval; bond counsel already reviewed funding eligibility for projects that rely on bond proceeds.

Vanessa described plans for public-art talks tied to each mural project so artists can present their concepts and the public can offer input. "We're going to be asking the community for their feedback as well," she said, outlining three suggested survey topics and several partnership options (libraries, colleges, cultural centers) for community outreach. Committee members recommended narrowing survey options so responses are actionable when artists prepare final designs.