SALISBURY, MD - Salisbury Mayor Randy Taylor has announced plans to replace the Pride crosswalk downtown with a new pattern.
According to Salisbury officials, the crosswalks at the intersection of South Division Street and West/East Market Street will be replaced with a new artist-designed pattern.
Mayor Randy Taylor says this change and the new pattern will reflect the City’s identity and avoid any political or ideological affiliations.
"Our City is home to a diverse and vibrant community, and we want our public spaces to be welcoming to all," said Mayor Taylor. "However, we also have a responsibility to ensure that government property remains neutral and does not promote any particular movement or cause. By moving forward with a neutral design, we are ensuring that city property remains a place where every individual, regardless of background or belief, feels they belong."
Taylor has previously voiced his intentions to have the Pride crosswalks repainted.
Salisbury officials are now searching for design proposals from artists for the new crosswalk pattern. The selected artist will receive a $3,000 stipend and will have until September 14, 2025 to complete their painting. Once completed, the design will remain for up to two years, according to Salisbury officials.
More information on this initiative can be found here.