Shalimar Park Sidewalk Poetry Project
Summary
Local residents submitted poems celebrating service, safety, and heroism to be embedded in sidewalks at Ketchum-Libolt Park.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
Utilizes existing project funds for sidewalk stamping and plaque production.
Park visitors and local writers whose creative work will be permanently displayed in a public park.
Mentions & discussions (3)
ARTS COMMISSION — September 3, 2026
Four local youths were chosen as winners for poetry that will be permanently stamped into the new sidewalks at Shalimar Park. Funded in part by an award grant, this project highlights youth creativity in local public spaces.
ARTS COMMISSION — May 7, 2026
Local residents submitted poems celebrating service, safety, and heroism to be embedded in sidewalks at Ketchum-Libolt Park.
ARTS COMMISSION — March 5, 2026
The commission is moving forward with plans to integrate poetry into public parks, with a focus on community engagement and selecting themes relevant to the park's history or community values.
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