## Public Arts Commission Meeting August 5, 2026 at 6 p.m. ## Fridley Civic Campus 7071 University Avenue NE ## Agenda ## Call to Order ## Roll Call ## Approval of Meeting Minutes 1. Review and Approval of July 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes ## New Business ## 2. Springbrook Nature Center Mural Bench Project Proposed Workflow ## 3. City of Fridley Arts Programming Discussion ## 4. Sylvan Hills Park Community Art Bench Project Update ## 5. Utility Box Art Wrap Program Update ## Old Business ## Other Items ## Adjournment ## Accessibility Notice: If you need free interpretation or translation assistance, please contact City staff. Upon request, accommodations will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities or those needing interpretation services to participate in City of Fridley services, programs or activities. If you are in need of an interpreter or require auxiliary aids, contact the City at 763-572-3450 at least five business days in advance to ensure arrangements can be made. 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PA_ Commission Minutes- July 1 2026 ## Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly, and stable home for families and businesses. Page 3 of 29 ## Public Arts Commission Meeting July 1, 2026 ## 6:00 PM ## Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Ave. NE, Fridley, MN 55432 ## Minutes ## Call to Order Chair Collins called the Public Arts Commission meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ## Present ## Josh Collins, Chair ## Maija Sedzielarz, Vice Chair ## Ryan Fugleberg ## Kara Ruwart ## Gary Osterbauer ## Frank Sedzielarz ## Jesslyn Quiram, Engineering Technician ## Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director ## Scott Lund, Fridley Creative Arts Foundation ## 1. Approve Public Arts Commission Minutes for June 3, 2026 Motion by Commissioner Ruwart to approve the June 3, 2026 meeting minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Fugleberg. The motion passed unanimously. ## New Business ## 2. Utility Box Art Wrap Program Update Staff provided updates on the utility box art wrap program including receipt of VARA waivers from all awarded artists and submission of an application to the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) for art installation in their right of way. Staff have also sent designs to a printer/designer for confirmation that they can be laid out for installation on the utility boxes. Once the designs have been approved by MnDOT and okayed by the printer, financial awards will be distributed to artists. No formal action was taken by the Commission on this agenda item. Page 4 of 29 ## Public Art Commission 7/1/2026 Minutes Page 2 ## 3. Manoomin Sculpture Update and Celebration Staff provided an update and overview of the planned ribbon cutting celebration for the Manoomin sculpture at Commons Park on July 18. Additional notes from the Commission included: • The Commission expressed a desire to plan community engagement around the themes of the sculpture • Scott Lund shared that the Fridley Creative Arts Foundation has recently raised $56,000 for the Manoomin sculpture and upcoming utility box art wrap program Commissioner Maija Sedzielarz made a motion to add a debrief of the Manoomin sculpture process to the October meeting. The second was made by Commissioner Osterbauer. The motion was passed unanimously. ## 4. Sylvan Hills Public Art Bench Update Staff provided an update on the Sylvan Hills Public Art Project Bench to be installed at Sylvan Hills Park in 2027. Creative Flow Art Center will be doing community engagement to create clay/ceramic tiles for the project at summer events No formal action was taken by the Commission on this agenda item. ## 5. 2026-2027 Work Plan Review Staff provided an updated workplan for the Public Arts Commission based on established progress and priority for projects and initiatives. Several ideas were shared by the commission to provide additional detail on the process to develop an art trail concept plan and to explore public art opportunities in the Northern Stacks development. Two motions were made by the Commission: Commissioner Ryan Fugleberg made a motion to endorse a request to seek consulting services for development of a concept plan for the Civic Campus/Locke Park art trail. Second by Commissioner Ruwart. The motion passed unanimously. Motion by Commissioner Frank Sedzielarz to accept the updated workplan as presented. Second by Commissioner Osterbauer. The motion passed unanimously. ## Old Business ## None Page 5 of 29 ## Other Items Commissioner Frank Sedzielarz noted that he would like to add a comment to share with the consultants working on the 57 th Avenue Bridge project that an anti-graffiti coating on the bridge should be considered. ## Adjournment Commissioner Maija Sedzielarz made a motion to adjourn the meeting. The second was made by Commissioner Fugleberg. The motion was passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, ## Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director ## Recording Secretary Page 6 of 29 ## AGENDA REPORT ## Meeting Date: August 5, 2026 ## Meeting Type: Public Arts Commission ## Submitted By: Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director ## Title: Springbrook Nature Center Mural Bench Project Proposed Workflow ## Background Springbrook Nature Center Manager Tara Rogness will be in attendance to be part of a conversation to develop a proposed workflow for an art bench project. The project will utilize benches made from recycled wind turbines. The benches are made possible through a grant from the Xcel Energy Foundation and additional funds are being contributed by the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation. An artist will paint a mural or murals on the three benches, which will arrive primed and ready to be painted. Determining the role of each stakeholder group involved will help ensure a successful project. ## Recommendation ## None ## Attachments and Other Resources ## 1. Noblewins Primed Product Guide ## 2. Art Bench Project Proposed Process ## Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly, and stable home for families and businesses. Page 7 of 29 ## Transforming Your Noblewins Piece into a Custom Work of Art Every Noblewins product is designed to serve as a high-quality, durable foundation for your community’s creativity. This packet provides essential information to help you collaborate with local artists or groups. Whether you choose to apply a hand-painted mural or a professional vinyl wrap, these standards ensure your custom design remains vibrant and protected for years to come. ## Surface Prep (Panting or Vinyl Wrapping) To ensure the best results, please follow these guidelines: The PRIMED surface must remain clean and dry. Paint within 30 days of delivery for optimal adhesion and mural longevity. If the product is stored indoors and protected from moisture and sunlight, the PRIMED surface will be preserved for a longer period of time. If your product arrives wrapped, remove any wrapping immediately upon delivery. Leaving it wrapped can trap moisture and damage the primer. If applying paint or vinyl wrap after 60 days, or the PRIMED surface no longer appears clean, we recommend a light sanding or cleaning to remove any dust or surface breakdown before applying paint or vinyl wrap. ## Step 1: Prep the Surface Wipe clean with a damp cloth If dusty or slick, lightly scuff with 220-grit sandpaper and wipe again Ensure the surface is dry before painting ## Step 2: Recommended Paints ## Sherwin-Williams Resilience, SuperPaint, or ## Duration Exterior Acrylic ## Nova Color Acrylic Artist Paints ## Behr Ultra or Marquee Exterior Acrylic Latex ## Step 3: Optional Clear Coat for Protection Sher-Clear 1K (Sherwin-Williams) ## World’s Best Graffiti Coating ## Golden MSA Varnish (Gloss or Satin) wit UVLS Apply 1-2 coats once mural is fully dry (24- 48 hrs) Always test a small area first for compatibility ## Applying an Artist’s MuralApplying Vinyl Wrapping ## Recommended Vinyl Materials ## Avery Dennison MPI 1105 SuperCast (10 year) ## 3M Controltac Graphic Film IJ180 (5 year) Orajet 3951RA + Oraguard 290 laminate (5 year) ## Application Tips Clean surface thoroughly Apply between 60°F - 80°F Use heat guns and rubber tools to remove air pockets Laminate for UV/graffiti protection Page 8 of 29 ## Y O S E M I T E Width: 62-66" Depth: 24" Height: 20" ## Paintable Surface Area: 33.5ft² Page 9 of 29 ## B I G B E ND Width: 72-76" Depth: 24" Height: 40" ## Paintable Surface Area: 48ft² Page 10 of 29 ## CUYAHOGA Width: 96" Depth: 17" Height: 18" ## Paintable Surface Area: 23.5ft² Page 11 of 29 ## S E Q U O I A Width: 78" Depth: 30" Height: 40" ## Paintable Surface Area: 60ft² Page 12 of 29 ## EVERGLADE Width: 96" Depth: 36" Height: 86" ## Paintable Surface Area: 124ft² Page 13 of 29 ## ARCH Width: 96" Depth: 36" Height: 87" ## Paintable Surface Area: 123.5ft² Page 14 of 29 ## GATEWAY Width: 96" Depth: 36" Height: 87" ## Paintable Surface Area: 123.5ft² Page 15 of 29 ## GLACIER Width: 96" Depth: 48" Height: 30" ## Paintable Surface Area: 37.25ft² Page 16 of 29 36” ## HARDWARE MOUNTING POINTS These areas indicate physical bench attachments. Keep these zones clear of essential design elements. Any artwork in these regions will be partially or fully obscured by the bench once installed. 237.375” ## ANCHOR FOOT CUTOUTS (RESERVED) Red boxes indicate where bench anchoring feet will be positioned. Vinyl will be removed at these locations. Maintain a 0.25" design bu er around these zones to ensure no critical artwork is lost during the cutout ## ATTENTION: MANUAL CUT ZONE Perforations will be hand-cut on-site. Do not place essential design elements near these holes. A bleed is required, but treat the outlined perimeter (red dashes) as a high-variance area. ## ATTENTION: MANUAL CUT ZONE Perforations will be hand-cut on-site. Do not place essential design elements near these holes. A bleed is required, but treat the outlined perimeter (red dashes) as a high-variance area. ## V I NY L WR A P ## EVERGLADE A l l A d o b e I l l u s t r a t o r F i l e s A v a i l a b l e f o r D o w n l o a d a t n o b l e w i n s . c o m/ r e s o u r c e s Page 17 of 29 ## ANCHOR FOOT CUTOUTS (RESERVED) Red boxes indicate where bench anchoring feet will be positioned. Vinyl will be removed at these locations. Maintain a 0.25" design bu er around these zones to ensure no critical artwork is lost during the cutout ## HARDWARE MOUNTING POINTS These areas indicate physical bench attachments. Keep these zones clear of essential design elements. Any artwork in these regions will be partially or fully obscured by the bench once installed. ## V I NY L WR A P ## ARCH A l l A d o b e I l l u s t r a t o r F i l e s A v a i l a b l e f o r D o w n l o a d a t n o b l e w i n s . c o m/ r e s o u r c e s Page 18 of 29 ## ANCHOR FOOT CUTOUTS (RESERVED) Red boxes indicate where bench anchoring feet will be positioned. Vinyl will be removed at these locations. Maintain a 0.25" design bu er around these zones to ensure no critical artwork is lost during the cutout ## HARDWARE MOUNTING POINTS These areas indicate physical bench attachments. Keep these zones clear of essential design elements. Any artwork in these regions will be partially or fully obscured by the bench once installed. ## V I NY L WR A P ## GATEWAY A l l A d o b e I l l u s t r a t o r F i l e s A v a i l a b l e f o r D o w n l o a d a t n o b l e w i n s . c o m/ r e s o u r c e s Page 19 of 29 Creating a workflow for mural application on recycled wind turbine benches to be installed at Springbrook ## Nature Center ## ArtBenchProject ## Proposed Process Page 20 of 29 ## Recycled Wind Turbine Benches 2 Page 21 of 29 ## Recycled Wind Turbine Benches 3 Page 22 of 29 ## Possible Locations 4 Page 23 of 29 ## • SNCF Funds Project, Staff Determine Location • Determine interest of Fridley Creative Arts Foundation to fund commissioning of art ($3,000 estimated) • SNCF/Staff Identify themes or educational outcomes • Staff and Public Arts Commission draft call for art • Public Arts Commission recommends artist, recommendation provided to SNCF, Council for approval • Staff coordinates agreement with artist • Staff coordinates installation of artwork • Ribbon cutting event in partnership with City of Fridley, donors, SNCF 5 Possible workflow Page 24 of 29 ## Questions and Discussion 6 Page 25 of 29 ## AGENDA REPORT ## Meeting Date: August 5, 2026 ## Meeting Type: Public Arts Commission ## Submitted By: Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director ## Title: City of Fridley Arts Programming Discussion ## Background Program Coordinator Jessica Nelson-Roehl will attend the meeting to discuss art programming for 2027 and to be part of a conversation on integrating the public arts program with public programming offered by Fridley Parks and Recreation. ## Recommendation ## None ## Attachments and Other Resources ## Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly, and stable home for families and businesses. Page 26 of 29 ## AGENDA REPORT ## Meeting Date: August 5, 2026 ## Meeting Type: Public Arts Commission ## Submitted By: Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director ## Title: Sylvan Hills Park Community Art Bench Project Update ## Background A public art bench project is being completed in partnership with artist Jessica Turtle, Mississippi Watershed Management Organization, the City of Fridley and Creative Flow Art Center. Ceramic tiles for the bench construction are being created at community events throughout 2026. Staff will provide an update on the project status. ## Recommendation ## None ## Attachments and Other Resources ## 1. Sylvan Hills Art Bench Project ## Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly, and stable home for families and businesses. Page 27 of 29 ## Sylvan Hills Art Bench Project ## Community Members Making Tiles at Fridley 49er Days 7/18/2026 Page 28 of 29 ## AGENDA REPORT ## Meeting Date: August 5, 2026 ## Meeting Type: Public Arts Commission ## Submitted By: Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director ## Title: Utility Box Art Wrap Program Update ## Background Staff will provide an update to the Commission on progress to keep the utility box art wrap program moving towards a successful installation in late summer or fall. ## Recommendation ## None ## Attachments and Other Resources ## Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly, and stable home for families and businesses. Page 29 of 29