May 26, 2026 Public Arts Commission Meeting Agenda Packet

Public Arts Commission · 2026-05-26 · agenda_packet

[City Hall Board Room, 510 N. Baker Street, Mount Dora, FL 32757; Parking garage at Donnelly and Charles Avenues; Sunset Park] The City of Mount Dora Public Arts Commission is holding a meeting on May 26, 2026. The agenda includes approval of minutes from March 24, 2026, public comment, presentations, action items regarding the Parking Lot Art Public Art Program and the Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival, resolutions, ordinances, discussion items, city staff updates, and communications/reports from commission members. Future meeting dates are scheduled for July 28, September 22, and November 24, 2026. The meeting also includes a discussion and potential approval of a "Parking Lot Arts Program" to transform the south-facing façade of the City parking garage at Donnelly and Charles Avenues into a public outdoor gallery space featuring large-format reproductions of original artwork by Lake County artists. The program includes a "Call to Artists" and potential display of up to twenty pieces. Additionally, the commission will consider funding support for a Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival at Sunset Park on August 29, 2026, featuring professional and community chalk artists, live entertainment, and visual arts. A proposed budget of $18,450 is outlined for the festival. A staff update will cover the Sunset Park Restroom Mural, Sister City Canvas Picture, and the Everglade Chair for Simpson Cove Arrival.