Summary
The board picked the sphinx-pose lion design and will ask Council to commission artist Daniel Borup for up to $75,000. A radial wall and possible benches are planned behind the sculpture at the memorial site.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $75,000 from the public art fund for the sculpture, installation, plaque, and ribbon cutting.
Police department staff, families of honorees, and residents visiting the memorial.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Art in Public Places Advisory Board — October 22, 2026
The lion sculpture for the police station is close to contract signing, with the maquette expected at the November 19 meeting. The board OK'd a video backup in case shipping is delayed, so the artist doesn't lose his foundry slot; completion is now targeted for August.
Art in Public Places Advisory Board — July 23, 2026
The board picked the sphinx-pose lion design and will ask Council to commission artist Daniel Borup for up to $75,000. A radial wall and possible benches are planned behind the sculpture at the memorial site.
Art in Public Places Advisory Board — April 23, 2026
The board was scheduled to discuss lion sculpture designs based on community survey results. The designs would shape new public art placed in the community.
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