Public art plan

A developer with public art experience from his Signet career supported the plan, saying vibrant cities like Green typically have one, but warned art must reflect Green's character and be funded outside the city budget through grants and foundations.

A 20-year resident, Green Arts Focus Group member and Green High School visual arts teacher for 31 years urged support, saying public art brings the growing, diverse community together and builds shared ownership and civic pride.

A local artist and 39-year resident described Green's growth from a sleepy rural town and said it's time to bring art into the community, noting even simple pieces like benches and murals can make Green more welcoming.