Rainbow-Painted Steps to be Unveiled at Oak Lawn Branch Library

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June 24, 2026

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What	Councilmember Paul Ridley, in collaboration with the Office of Arts and Culture, City Manager's Office, Dallas Public Library, LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce Foundation and The Strip on Cedar Springs, will unveil rainbow-painted steps at the Oak Lawn Branch Library. The project was developed through community engagement efforts following the removal of the Oak Lawn rainbow crosswalks. The installation reflects community input and celebrates the Oak Lawn community while highlighting the library's role as a welcoming public gathering space
Who	Paul Ridley, Councilmember, City Council District 14 Gay Donnell Willis, Councilmember, City Council District 13 Kimberly Bizor Tolbert, Dallas City Manager Glenn Ayars, Assistant Director, Office of Arts and Culture Tony Vedda, CEO & President, North Texas LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce Manya Shorr, Director of Libraries, Dallas Public Library
When	10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 27, 2026
Where	Oak Lawn Branch Library 4100 Cedar Springs Rd Dallas, TX 75219
Media Note: Media Interviews will be available following the ribbon cutting. Please bring compact-sized cameras as sidewalk space is limited.