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Meeting assets for DDP Design Committee, November 12, 2025 Attendees: Kerri Lacey, Kristin Pleasanton, Jenifer Gunther, Malcolm Jacob, Mark Nowak, Chevonne Boyd, Diane Laird Meeting summary Quick recap The meeting began with administrative matters including introductions, apologies, and technical issues, with Morgan assigned to take meeting minutes. The group reviewed the successful completion of a metal art project at 32 West Lockerman Street and discussed the formation of a Design Committee for 2026. The conversation ended with a detailed discussion about a new public art project, including artist applications, payment structures, and plans for future exhibitions, with the next meeting scheduled for January 21st. Next steps • Diane: Follow up with property owner at Schwartz Center regarding Rosetta's first choice location • Diane: Confirm with Mike Harrington about using location number 2 for Josh's project • Diane: Contact Robert Young's law office at 300 South State Street regarding Guy's downspout location • Diane: Contact property owner about location number 6 for Rosetta's backup choice • Diane: Request responses from property owners by November 20th, with extension to December 15th if needed • Jennifer: Reach out to artists to inform them the committee is communicating with property owners and will get back to them by end of November • Diane: Once property approvals are received, notify artists and request detailed design concepts and materials list • Diane: Prepare contracts for artists with $250 upfront payment and $250 upon completion • Diane: Get press release out about the 32 West Lockerman Street metal art project

• Diane: Check with Brian Bachman about fixing missing spindle on State Street tiny art project • Diane: Explore partnership opportunities with Dover Days or July 4th events for Paint Dover exhibition sales • Morgan: Complete and send out meeting minutes when ready Summary Meeting Reschedules and Tech Updates The meeting began with introductions and apologies for late invitations, with Diane acknowledging that the last meeting was held in October and the current one was long overdue. She mentioned that Malcolm would be absent and that Carrie Lacey was missing due to prior commitments. Diane also noted that her computer's slow performance was due to outdated equipment, and she was working on resolving the issue with IT. Morgan was tasked with preparing the meeting minutes, which Diane would share once ready, and the group discussed the need for more bandwidth to improve the meeting experience. Metal Art Installation and Planning The meeting focused on the completion of a metal art project at 32 West Lockerman Street, which was successfully installed and received positive feedback from attendees. Jennifer announced her role as co-chair of the Design Committee for 2026, with plans to seek additional co-chairs due to time constraints. The group reviewed photos of the completed metal art project, which addressed loitering issues and was funded through various sources including Keep Delaware Beautiful and the Division of Arts. The conversation ended with a discussion about seeking three local artists for a tiny art project pilot. Pilot Art Project Application Review The meeting focused on reviewing applications for a pilot art project, with Jennifer explaining that she approached three local artists—Guy Miller, Josh Nobling, and Rosetta Roach—while Teresa Angela Taylor's application was received separately. Kristin noted that Teresa had previously received grants and worked with the Dover Art League. Jennifer clarified that the project is starting with three artists as a pilot initiative to gather feedback before a broader launch. The group discussed sharing applications and site preferences with the artists and planned to decide on a location and seek permission for an artist to proceed.

Public Art Project Progress Review The committee discussed the progress of a public art project, reviewing applications from three artists and considering a fourth. They agreed to pursue property owner approvals for all four sites by November 20th, with artists to be notified of the process. The committee decided to pay artists $250 upfront and $250 upon completion of their projects. They also discussed a virtual exhibition of Paint Dover artwork and considered potential partnerships for future exhibitions. The next meeting was scheduled for January 21st, with the possibility of a December meeting if projects are ready for approval. DJL

Meeting Minutes, DDP Design Committee December 10, 2025 Attendees: Dawn Melson, Kristin Pleasanton, Kerri Lacey, Ken Anderson, Diane Laird Meeting summary Diane and the committee concurred by checking the DDP bylaws that the meeting could occur with the three members present, and action could be taken. Agenda was unanimously approved with no changes. Minutes for Sept. and Oct. were unanimously approved. November’s minutes require attendees to be listed and re-introduced at the January meeting. Quick recap The committee met to review agenda items and discuss various public art projects, including a tiny art initiative proposals, while noting some members' absence due to the holiday season. They reviewed and approved several public art proposals, including designs for downspouts at North/S. State Street, two locations at entry to 220 S. State St., and a gas connection box on S. Bradford St., while also discussing a facade grant application for a the former Family Dollar store into a proposed commercial project. The conversation ended with an update for the upcoming Winterfest event (January 16-17), which will feature various entertainment options and temporary ice installations throughout downtown. Next steps • Diane: Contact Angela Taylor to request changes - change tie to green, add background , clarify cement work on corner piece, and ask about background contrast with brick • Diane: Contact Brian Bachman to clarify that project should be 1 spindle done “very intentionally artsy,” can use base spindle like others with artistic additions, suggest flowers/leaves, or other ideas, which are encouraged to be three-dimensional and even can reach toward other nearby spindle(s) • Diane: Contact Guy Miller to ask about ending point of proposed art, clarify if doing one or both downspouts, and ask about vinyl application method (one piece or many “DE state” graphics, and including weather requirements (i.e.; must it be a certain temperature to confirm superior painting and installation of vinyl) • Diane: Ask all tiny art artists for their target completion dates

• Diane: Add corrected date and attendees to November meeting minutes to review in the January meeting • Committee: Review facade grant application in January meeting. At this December meeting, the Committee reviewed Andre Boggerty's signage grant application for proposed sign at 300 W. Loockerman Street. Due to the city’s decision to hold issuing a permit (pending decision on proposed change of use) and committee discussion necessary regarding the signage grant process that had been discussed at length by the committee in 2024, this application will come before the committee again in January. • Diane or committee member: Look at past meeting minutes to find previous decisions about signage funding guidelines and percentages • Diane: Work on Division of Arts - Arts Access – grant application for Winterfest programming • Event coordinator: Research and contact potential performers for Winterfest Summary Diane led a meeting with Kristen, Kerri, and Dawn to review agenda items, noting that some members were absent due to the holiday season. They discussed the quorum requirements and agreed that is was appropriate to proceed with a simplified agenda due to the limited attendance. Tiny Art Project Review Meeting The meeting focused on reviewing and approving meeting minutes from September and October, which Dawn recommended adopting. November minutes (by Zoom AI) need to have meeting attendees added, so they will be reviewed by committee in January. The group discussed the Tiny Art Project, where five artists are engaged and four have submitted concept drawings. Rosetta Roach's participation is delayed due to the delayed response/approval of property use from property owner. Her concept drawing will be reviewed in January. Property owners all expressed enthusiasm about their properties being considered for the project. Mouse Mural Design Review The committee reviewed a mural proposal by Theresa Angela Taylor featuring a mouse rushing to work, which will be applied to a building with green and gold colors. They discussed the desire to modify the concept to include a green tie for the mouse and a more defined background, potentially spring-like with flowers or something that is a good

contrast to better see the mouse. Diane will follow up with the artist to clarify details about the cement surface preparation (will it be flattened on an angel, or will the 90 degree corner be “reinstated” to the bottom step) and depending on the surface preparation, get a clearer understanding of what either one or both surfaces will look like, and get updated visuals before presenting concept to the building owner. Mural and Railing Design Review The team discussed two main topics: the tiny mural project by Ms. Taylor and a railing design by Brian Bachman, metal artist. For the mural, they agreed to move forward, and Diane will forward the necessary details to Ms. Taylor. Kerri suggested changing the background from brick to something that would better contrast with the steps. Regarding the railing design, Diane shared Brian's drawing and received feedback from the team. They preferred a single decorative spindle rather than four identical ones, with Kristin suggesting the basis spindle could be a replica while the added element on that spindle should be unique and done very intentionally different/artistically, potentially incorporating flowers or leaves, and possibly physically touching one or two (or full side) nearby existing spindles. Diane will follow up with Brian about the spindle design. Vinyl Artwork Downspout Installation They then reviewed a proposal from Guy Miller to paint a copper-colored drainage pipe with a repeating silhouette pattern using weather-resistant vinyl, though questions remained about the application method. Location: 300 S. State St. downspout .The team discussed installing vinyl artwork on a building's downspouts, with Dawn and Kristin agreeing that the S. State/North St. corner location would be preferable to the back location due to better visibility from both directions, if only doing one. They decided that the artwork and new paint should stop at the band holding the downspout above the street signs, as it provides a natural stopping point. With just a few clarifications to/from the artist, committee members agreed unanimously to move forward with the drainage pipe project. Public Art Proposals Review The committee then reviewed Josh Nobling's design featuring a gas connection box on 33 South Bradford. They discussed the technical aspects and materials for both projects, with Josh's design receiving particular praise for its clever use of existing trompe l'oeil , or “fool the eye” design. Committee members agreed unanimously to move forward with Josh’s project. Church Sign Grant Discussion

The committee reviewed a very recently submitted facade grant application from Andre Boggerty for a proposed commercial building conversion: a church and event center, which includes plans for a new sign. Dawn explained that the sign would need to comply with historic district guidelines, including being externally illuminated and not internally illuminated. Ken asked about the approval process for the sign, and Dawn clarified that even if the committee approved the grant, the applicant would still need to go through the city's sign permit process. for signage. The committee further discussed the sign permit application, which will be pushed to the January meeting due to pending building use approval which is not on hold by The City. WinterFest Downtown Dover Diane provide an overview of the Winterfest event scheduled for January 16-17, which will feature a small train, 30 small sculptures, 6 large ice sculptures carved on site, and various entertainment options including potential performances by local theater groups such as the Inner City Cultural League, Childrens Theater of Dover/Kent County, or others. North Street will be closed during the event between Federal and State streets, with the Schwartz Center's marquee lights being used to draw visitors downtown, and over to The Biggs Museum who is partnering in a big way with DDP in this festival and in other ways throughout the year. DJL