Focus Area: Quality of Life.
Staff Contact: Renee Rush.
Subject: Consideration of Approval of the 2026 Olathe Outdoor Sculpture Series.
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Consideration of Approval of the 2026 Olathe Outdoor Sculpture Series.
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Summary:
Seven sculptures and four alternates were recommended by the Olathe Public Art Committee for inclusion in the 2026 Olathe Outdoor Sculpture Series. The sculptures were presented to Council at the February 17 meeting. The sculptures will be leased by the City for one year.
The sculptures recommended for the 2026 exhibit are:
Title Artist
Blues Tim Adams
Stars on Parade John Banks
Tween James Haire
Miserie Justorum Bilhenry Walker
The Reader Ted Wilson
Prairie Wind Tussocks Tim Adams
Fly Away* Jeff Moore *Sculpture sponsored by Azura Credit Union
Alternates:
Miss Poppin’s Favorite Justin Deister
Grass Withers Ben Pierce
Betelgeuse Helena Chastel
The Pollinator Kirk Seese.
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Financial Impact: The cost of the 2026 sculpture leases is $15,000.
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Action Needed:
Authorize the selection of sculpture for the 2026 Olathe Outdoor Sculpture Series.
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Attachment(s):
A: 2026 Olathe Outdoor Sculpture Series.