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Business Advisory Board · 2026-04-27 · agenda_item

The City of West Melbourne is considering a public art project that would involve installing statues, possibly of sandhill cranes, throughout the city. This concept is in the early planning stages, with no specific cost or city contribution amount yet determined. The project is currently under review, with discussions focusing on potential funding sources, such as the Community Redevelopment Agency, and the feasibility of local artist involvement through contests. If approved, this initiative could involve site preparation for statue bases, the fabrication and installation of the statues themselves, and potentially related landscaping. Local contractors, artists, suppliers, and fabricators are encouraged to engage early to understand the project's development as plans and permits are still being formulated.