City of Santa Rosa Art in Public Places Meeting - April 6, 2026

The City of Santa Rosa Art in Public Places Committee convened on April 6, 2026, to review and approve funding for two temporary public art projects in connection with the Museum of Sonoma County's 50th anniversary exhibition of Christo and Jean Claude's Running Fence. The committee approved $10,000 each to artists Martin Zuniga and Michael McInness to support the design, fabrication, and installation of temporary artworks, including a monarch butterfly installation and student-created sculptures to be displayed in city parks and civic sites during summer and fall 2026. Discussions included project locations, community engagement, and potential sponsorships. Additionally, updates were provided on other arts initiatives such as the National Arts Program, the Ruth Asawa panels project, and upcoming events like Earth Day and Live at Giuliard. The committee also discussed plans for an arts roundtable focused on supporting local artists and community participation.