There is a need to produce further public artwork that helps express the community's values and creates an elevated sense of awareness and belonging for community members and visitors.  Art in public spaces reflects and reveals our society, enhances meaning in our civic areas, and adds uniqueness to our communities. Strengthening the identity and character of communities through public art directly supports cultural tourism and economic development strategies, which can both retain and attract residents. The attention public art can bring to a development project can be calculated. A healthy public art ecosystem also drives the growth of new businesses. A robust public art presence creates a positive environment, which supports both the physical health and mental well-being of the community.

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