Public Mural Initiative

City council decisions on commissioning and approving public murals, including artist selection and thematic phrases.

Meeting history

1. June 9, 2026
   Monterey Park | State of the City Meeting — June 9, 202692%

   During the Parks, Recreation and Community Awards Celebration portion of the meeting, Councilmember Elizabeth Yang announced that a new mural at Barnes Park had been completed and highlighted its role in the upcoming Independence Day celebrations. The Infrastructure Updates segment also referenced public art projects, noting new murals at Barnes Park and the "Greetings from our Park" mural as part of broader capital improvement efforts. No formal motions, votes, or approvals were recorded for the mural initiative; it was presented as an informational update and celebration of community art.

2. March 18, 2026
   City Council Meeting — March 18, 202697%

   During Item 12A the council moved to adopt the mural phrase “Faith in the Future” and later approved Artist Giorgiko’s mural for Barnes Park. Both motions were seconded by Councilmember Lo and passed unanimously (5‑0). The council directed staff to finalize the installation plan and schedule, with next steps including coordinating with the artist and filing a Notice of Completion for the project.

3. February 4, 2026
   City Council Meeting — February 4, 202697%

   Council approved the locations for future murals celebrating the United States Semiquincentennial at Barnes Park and a mural honoring the San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians, Gabrieleno/Tongva, at Sierra Vista Park. The motion was carried on the consent calendar with no recorded debate or opposition. No public comment period was held for this item, and the council did not set a specific timeline in the minutes. The next step will be for staff to develop design proposals and seek public input before finalizing the mural projects.