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Page 3 of 4 <br />of each plaque. Plaque images were projected onto a screen and assessed collaboratively by <br />the ad hoc committee and City staff. <br /> <br />Findings from the reviewed plaques: <br />• 5 plaques rated #1 (Poor) – difficult to read from a reasonable distance <br />• 6 plaques rated #2 (Needs Improvement) – somewhat legible <br />• 6 plaques rated #3 (Good) – generally clear text and easy to read <br />• 22 plaques rated #4 (Excellent) – clear, legible and very easy to read. <br /> <br />Committee Findings <br />As part of its review, the committee identified a number of public artworks that currently lack <br />identification plaques. Ensuring these pieces are labeled would enhance their visibility within <br />the City’s public art collection and improve public understanding and engagement. <br /> <br />In reviewing the condition and presence of plaques, the committee noted the following key <br />findings for future consideration: <br />• Multiple artworks do not currently have plaques and would benefit from clear <br />identification to support wayfinding and community connection to the art <br /> <br />• In cases where existing plaques are significantly weathered or illegible, the committee <br />discussed the potential benefits of small, ground-mounted signs that could include <br />essential artwork information and a QR code linking to expanded digital content. This <br />may present a more flexible and cost-effective solution than full plaque replacement. <br /> <br />These findings reflect the committee’s overall observation that enhanced signage—whether <br />physical or digital—can contribute meaningfully to public engagement, accessibility, and the <br />consistency of the City’s public art program. <br /> <br />Next Steps <br />The commission is invited to provide feedback on which plaques to prioritize for replacement, <br />share input on the use of interpretive signage for public art, and respond to the ad hoc <br />committee’s findings. Staff will use this feedback to guide plaque updates, focusing on cost- <br />effective solutions and addressing the most critical needs within the available funding. <br /> <br />EQUITY AND SUSTAINABILITY <br />The work of the ad hoc committee supports equitable access to Pleasanton’s public art by <br />identifying and addressing gaps in signage that can create barriers to engagement, particularly <br />for new residents, visitors, and individuals with limited background knowledge of the artworks. <br />The recommendation to consider QR code-enabled ground signage promotes digital access to <br />information, which can support multiple languages and accessibility features. <br /> <br />From a sustainability perspective, exploring alternatives to full plaque replacement—such as <br />installing more affordable, low-impact signage—offers a cost-effective and environmentally <br />Page 12 of 35