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Appendix: Elk River Public Arts 88 Attendees viewed a presentation and participated in discussions of public art opportunities and best practices as they applied to Elk River. They then defined the potential scope, goals, opportunities and approach to public art in the community. The input gathered at this meeting informed the vision for the Elk River Public Art Plan. The Vision Public Art should represent Elk River. Its themes, creators, and viewers should come away with a better understanding of what the city is – ‘a sense of place.’ It should engage residents, businesses, and policymakers in the process. It should fit within the city, whether as a standalone piece or incorporated into buildings and infrastructure, as an integral part of the community. It should be displayed in a city that recognizes and compensates artists for their work. But above all, the art must stir the feelings of those who encounter it, to speak the ‘Language of Emotion.’ Public Art Best Practices When developing a public art program, there are two elements that need to be discussed and defined. One is the role of public art, the other is the role and management of the program to support public art. Public Art Successful public art generally meets the following characteristics: • Is accessible to the public (location and financially) • Has context specific to the site or community • Includes community involvement • Can express community values, enhance the environment, transform a landscape, heighten awareness, or question assumptions Photo from ArtSoup