The next phase of community engagement for Ewell Plaza began recently with a survey to gather input and inspiration for the façade artwork on the future parking garage and public library. This survey is the first step of additional community engagement opportunities taking place this spring and summer. Artists Roberto Behar and Rosario Marquardt will host listening sessions and workshops with the Lancaster community that, along with the survey, will inform the design concepts of the façade artwork. Members of the Lancaster community will have the opportunity to rank their favorite of at least two concept designs.

The Lancaster Parking Authority has contracted Behar and Marquardt to create the façade artwork on its development in Ewell Plaza, which will be affixed to the new Lancaster Public Library building. The City of Lancaster is facilitating the community engagement for this public art project. The artists are currently coordinating with the city to finalize dates and formats for the upcoming public participation.

Readers may visit http://www.engage.cityoflancasterpa.com and click on the Ewell Plaza Art Explorations project to complete the survey. The survey will be open until Friday, May 14.

Nearly two years ago, the public space on the east side of the 100 block of North Queen Street was renamed after Barney Ewell, an Olympian from Lancaster. To learn more about Ewell Plaza, the new home of the Lancaster Public Library, visit http://www.ewellplaza.com.