The commission supported a new Pleasant Street Neighborhood sign, backed a Paint-A-Plug design for 120 Thornbrook Rd., and agreed to include the America 250 DeKalb logo in the Lincoln Highway mural design.

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Briefing

Mar 16, 2026

Public art and America 250 plans advance

The commission supported a new call for artists for utility box murals and moved ahead with Paint-A-Plug and other public art events tied to America 250 DeKalb.

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Briefing

Jan 20, 2026

Community enhancement commission meeting summary

The commission discussed ways to support the America 250 DeKalb initiative, including beautification, trash pickups, school involvement, volunteer tracking, and community cleanup challenges. It also reviewed public art projects that are headed to City Council for approval and noted ideas for future interactive art and watershed education.

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