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Montrose Residents to Decide on City Hall Art Installation Theme
<p>Montrose officials are giving residents a chance to shape the artistic landscape of their city. A new public art installation is set to grace the southwest exterior wall of Montrose City Hall, and locals are being invited to vote on its theme.</p>
<h2>Three Themes Up for Consideration</h2>
<p>City officials have put forward three potential themes for the artwork, each reflecting a different aspect of Montrose&#8217;s identity.</p>
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<li>Interactive Display: A piece that encourages public engagement, allowing residents and visitors to interact with the artwork in a meaningful way.</li>
<li>Local Shout Out: A tribute to Montrose’s unique features, celebrating the culture, history, and landmarks that define the area.</li>
<li>Botanical Theme: A nature-inspired concept incorporating plants and flowers, adding a vibrant and organic touch to the cityscape.</li>
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<p>Residents can cast their votes via an online survey on the City of Montrose website. The survey is open until March 23, and officials are urging community members to participate.</p>
<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-10659" src="https://budgyapp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Montrose-City-Hall-public-art-voting.jpg" alt="Montrose City Hall public art voting" width="668" height="399" /></p>
<h2>Community Involvement at the Core</h2>
<p>“The city is excited to bring this art installation to life in downtown Montrose, and we want the community to be a part of this process,” said Michelle Wingfield, Development and Revitalization Team (DART) and community programs coordinator.</p>
<p>Montrose leaders hope that by involving residents in the decision-making process, the final artwork will truly reflect the spirit of the city. Public input is seen as a key factor in shaping this lasting addition to City Hall’s exterior.</p>
<h2>Artist Selection Process and Installation Timeline</h2>
<p>Once a theme has been chosen, the next step will be finding the right artist to bring the vision to life. A Call for Entry will be launched, inviting artists to submit proposals based on the selected theme.</p>
<p>A selection panel, consisting of city staff, representatives from the Montrose Center for the Arts, local business owners, City Council members, and Youth City Council members, will review submissions and select a final design by early May.</p>
<p>The project is slated for completion in the summer of 2025. With a total budget of $50,000, city officials expect the final piece to be a significant and lasting addition to Montrose&#8217;s public art scene.</p>