Approve recommendation from the Arts and Culture Advisory Board to issue a call for artists, evaluate submissions, and recommend an artist to the city commission for this public art installation of a mural on the FPRA owned Highwaymen Museum building. 

The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency owns the property at 1234 Avenue, the site of the City of Fort Pierce Florida Highwaymen Museum. The Arts and Culture Advisory Board seeks approval to issue a call for artists, evaluate submissions, and recommend an artist to commission for this public art installation. Funding for this project will come from the Art in Public Places account (100-1111-519-000-0000-549875), which currently has a fund balance of approximately $149,000.

This item was approved by the City Commission during its January 6, 2025 City Commission meeting.

Goal 11 The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Area will become well known for its arts and cultural activities, amenities and events.

• POLICIES
  • 11.1 The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency shall coordinate with local artists and artistic groups regarding events, activities and performances within the Community Redevelopment Area.
  • 11.2 The Fort Pierce Redevelopment Agency shall continue to support the Sunrise and Lincoln Theaters, as well as other current and potential entertainment venues within the Redevelopment Area.

Staff recommends approval of the Arts and Culture Advisory Board's request to issue a call for artists, evaluate submissions, and recommend an artist to commission for the public art installation.

Staff will proceed as directed by the FPRA Board.

Audria Moore, Special Projects Coordinator

Arts and Culture Advisory Board