The fastest man in the world may soon become a permanent fixture on Main Street.
At the Oct. 13 city council meeting, city leaders will consider whether to proceed with a mural project honoring hometown hero and Olympic gold medalist Fred Kerley on the Ford Ground Storage Tank at 1606 N. Main St.
The cost for the project would be just under $50,000, and would • page 1
be completed by local artist Adam Davenport, who has completed several high-profile art installations in Taylor, including the sculpture of Bill Pickett at Second and Main Streets and the duck statue at the Duck Pond, the high school football stadium.
Supporters would be able to donate to fund the project, which would be completed by February 2023, according to the city.
Lara Baker, a volunteer who spearheaded the initiative with a group of Kerley’s supporters, said in a letter to the city that a mural seemed to be a fitting way to honor Kerley’s accomplishment.
“We brainstormed and concluded a mural would be an incredible way to pay tribute to Mr. Kerley,” she wrote. “We feel this is the most expeditious and feasible approach. This group believes this tribute would be a magnificent gesture by the city of Taylor for all citizens and visitors to celebrate always and forever.”
