Sunrise Recreation and Park District and Sacramento Republic FC, with Citrus Heights Arts as managing project partner, invite artists and muralists to submit designs for a mural for a multi-use court at Walerga Park. This multi-use sport court will be used for both basketball and futsal, serving as a high-traffic community space. Help transform it into art that inspires play, movement, unity and neighborhood pride.
Sacramento Republic FC will handle court resurfacing. The selected artist will deliver the art.
Location: Walerga Park, 4901 Palm Avenue, Sacramento, CA 95841
Submissions Open: Monday, August 18 2025
Deadline: Sunday, Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 5 PM
Project Overview
What We Are Looking For
–Dynamic, inclusive designs that celebrate sport, community, and creativity
–Visuals that reflect the cultural vibrancy of North Sacramento
Playable layouts - court lines for basketball and futsal must remain visible and legible
–Durable artwork suitable for anti-slip and UV-resistant outdoor surfaces
Mural Installation Window: October 2025
Unveiling Event: Date to be determined
Court Dimensions: Approximately 85 feet by 50 feet
Compensation and Materials
– The selected artist will receive a flat project fee, disbursed either in full or through milestone payments as determined by the project partners.
– This fee constitutes full compensation for all services rendered, including but not limited to artistic labor, design, preparation, and execution of the mural.
– The fee also covers all costs of materials, supplies, and equipment necessary to complete the work.
– The artist shall be solely responsible for the purchase, transport, and proper use of all paints, sealants, protective coatings, tools, and other supplies required for the project.
Eligibility
–Open to individual artists or teams, ages 18 and up
–Preference for artists residing in zip codes 95841 and 95842 (Foothill Farms)
–Previous public art or large-scale mural experience encouraged.
Selection Criteria and Review Panel
–Submissions will be evaluated on artistic merit, community relevance, technical feasibility, and playability.
–The review panel will include representatives from Citrus Heights Arts, Sunrise Recreation and Park District, Sacramento Republic FC.
Insurance and Liability
–Artist must carry general liability insurance (minimum 1,000,000 USD per occurrence)
–Artist is responsible for any property damage during installation.
–Weather delays will be coordinated with the park district and FC
Project Support
The Walerga Park multi-sport court upgrades are supported by a grant from the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors through Supervisor Rich Desmond’s office.
Court Resurfacing & Art Funding: Sacramento Republic FC
Muralist Compensation: Sacramento Republic FC in partnership with Sunrise Recreation & Park District