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Utility Box Art Program | Rohnert Park, CA On February 10, 2026, the Rohnert Park City Council approved the City of Rohnert Park Utility Box Art Program. The Rohnert Park Utility Box Art Program draws inspiration from proven models to establish an attractive urban environment.
Through this program, local artists can display their work on public utility boxes (traffic control boxes owned by the City of Rohnert Park), which will protect infrastructure from graffiti while creating neighborhoods that express creativity and community spirit.
The program will ask artists to create original artwork that represents Rohnert Park's distinct character which will transform ordinary utility boxes into iconic landmarks that enhance the everyday experiences of residents and visitors. The Rohnert Park Utility Box Art Program reflects the City’s clear and powerful goal to use public art as a strategic tool for community building and urban enhancement.
It's more than just painting boxes; it is a proven strategy with multiple benefits: Beautifying the City: The program will transform ordinary infrastructure along major Rohnert Park thoroughfares, such as the Rohnert Park Expressway, into vibrant canvases. Deterring Graffiti: By replacing blank surfaces with dedicated public art, the program leverages a highly effective method for graffiti abatement.
Fostering Local Pride: This initiative provides a platform for local Rohnert Park artists to tell our community's story. By showcasing themes related to our parks, events, and the unique spirit of our city, the art can become a source of community pride and a reflection of our collective identity.
Supporting Local Artists: The program creates meaningful opportunities for local artists, with funding provided directly through the Rohnert Park Foundation. The City intends to reflect a diversity of art and painting styles that bring vibrant color and vitality to Rohnert Park’s urban landscape by honoring the city’s rich multi-cultural heritage or creating images of leisure, inspiration, and beauty.
All entries must be an original design and artwork of the entrant. Program Administration and Funding The Rohnert Park Utility Box Art Program is an annual program that operates from July to July. Funding Source: The Rohnert Park Foundation Program Budget: The total program budget is $30,000 per year , with funding of $2,000 for each of 15 utility boxes.
Artist Payment: Artists may apply for up to $2,000 per utility box. Artists will receive 50% of the funding upfront to begin work, and the remaining 50% upon completion of the project. Technical Specifications & Anti-Graffiti Measures Artwork on the utility boxes shall use one of the following methods: 1.
Painted Boxes: Artists shall use high-quality, outdoor-rated paint (e.g., acrylic mural paint). The City of Rohnert Park will provide the product number/type of a clear, durable anti-graffiti topcoat, which the artists will be responsible for painting upon project completion to protect the artwork and simplify future maintenance. 2.
Vinyl Wraps: Artwork will be digitally reproduced on a durable, UV-resistant vinyl wrap. The artist will manage the fabrication and professional installation of the vinyl wraps. No plagiarized, stolen, or copied elements from any other source.
Entries must not defame or invade the rights of any living or deceased person. Artwork should only consist of visual imagery and should not include any words or text. Paintings shall in no way represent or mimic traffic control devices, such as traffic lights, traffic signs, or signals, or the colors of traffic lights or signs (as per the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices).
Artists may not paint over box ID numbers, codes, keyholes, meters or handles, or restrict function of or access to the box. Statutory Compliance: Artwork that contains “obscene” or "harmful matter" as defined by California Penal Code 313. 1 will be disqualified.
Except for necessary adjustments, paintings shall not differ from the design template approved by the Parks and Recreation Commission. The City reserves the right to decline any and all applications/proposals, or to terminate the display of any artwork at any time, for any reason, as these boxes constitute Government Speech and not a public forum for private expression.
The City reserves the right to remove, paint over, or replace any artwork at its sole discretion, at any time, and for any reason (including but not limited to damage, safety concerns, or changes in City policy), without the consent of the artist.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Local Rohnert Park artists. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,000 per utility box (total program budget $30,000 per year for 15 boxes). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Utility Box Art Program is funded by Rohnert Park Foundation (City of Rohnert Park). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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