Sault considers building a giant steel snowflake as a tourist attraction
Meeting on Tuesday, city council in the Sault will vote on a motion calling for a new tourist attraction: a giant snowflake sculpture made of locally produced steel.
Moved by Coun. Stephan Kinach and seconded by Coun. Marchy Bruni, the motion would begin a process to design and plan for the steel sculpture.
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'A giant snowflake sculpture, crafted from locally produced steel, would serve as a meaningful and visually striking symbol of both our natural climate and our local industry, reinforcing the city's connection to winter and its manufacturing heritage,' the motion said.
'Such a sculpture would not only contribute to beautification and placemaking but could also support local artists, fabricators, and businesses through its design, construction and installation.'
If approved, city staff would consult with potential partners and residents on the plan and report back to council on 'potential project scope, design, location, and community engagement opportunities.'
Staff would also be directed to come up with cost estimates and funding sources, including revenue from the city's hotel room tax, existing art funding and 'donations, sponsorship, grants, and funding from other levels of government.'
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