09:31The commission approved the selection of 10 pieces of artwork submitted through the 2025 request for art initiative, which will be transformed into sidewalk stamps. This project follows coordination with the Minnesota Department of Transportation and aims to enhance the newly paved sidewalks in the 11th Street underpass area. The artwork submissions came from community members, including Breen Dennis and Bailey White, and were reviewed anonymously by a team of commission members and city staff. The sidewalk stamps must comply with ADA standards, and some artwork may need slight modifications before implementation.

12:44In project updates, the commission discussed an Indigenous sculpture by artist Dwayne Goodwin. To adhere to budget constraints, the sculpture will use an enamel-coated steel base instead of the originally proposed stone. This change is supported by both city staff and the artist due to its ease of maintenance and installation. The cast and base of the sculpture are currently being manufactured, with installation anticipated in mid-summer.

The meeting also covered the development of a historical video series in collaboration with Moorhead Community Access Media and the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County. The series, consisting of three 20-minute episodes, will explore topics such as the founding of Moorhead and its historical eras. Although the release date is pending, the commission expressed interest in continuing the project with additional episodes in the future.