Springville City Flag Design Contest
MESSAGE
Dear Residents and Friends of Springville,
Springville is a city rich in history, tradition, and a strong sense of community. From our proud pioneer heritage to our celebrated legacy as Utah’s “Art City,” we are a city deeply rooted in creativity, resilience, and shared values. Our vibrant culture and natural beauty are matched only by the pride we take in calling this place home. As your City Council, we are always seeking ways to honor our past while looking toward the future. Today, we are excited to introduce an initiative that will unite us all: the creation of a new city flag.
A city flag is more than just a piece of fabric. It is a symbol of our collective identity, our heritage, and our aspirations for the future. This project is a tribute to the generations who built Springville from humble beginnings into the thriving and artistic community we cherish today. It also reflects our commitment to leaving a legacy for those who will follow.
We envision a flag that captures the essence of Springville—a design that reflects our pioneer spirit, our unique story as “Art City,” and the pride we feel for our city. To achieve this, we need your help. We are inviting all residents to participate in this exciting journey. Your ideas, creativity, and input will be essential as we develop and select a design that truly represents us all.
We have created a dedicated webpage to guide you through the process. Whether you are an artist, a history enthusiast, or simply someone who loves Springville, your voice matters. Together, we can create a flag that we will all be proud to see flying high—a flag that honors our past and inspires our future.
Thank you for your love and support of our wonderful city. Let’s make this a project that brings us together and showcases the very best of Springville.
Warm regards,
Your Mayor, City Council, and Community Board
PROJECT PHASES
Open call for entries:
Dec 2024 through Feb 7, 2025
Review anonymously and choose up to 5 finalists:
By Feb 20, 2025
Professional designer will refine the top 5:
By March 20, 2025
Community Voting on the top 5:
March 22 - April 5, 2025
Unveil the new flag:
Art City Days 2025!
CURRENT PHASE
CONTEST: Open call for entries!
Review the information guide and submission information at the links below. When you are ready to submit click "submit here" (You will need to create a Submittable account to upload your design.)
DESIGN GUIDELINES
To ensure the flag design is effective and meaningful, please follow these guidelines:
Simplicity: Design should be simple enough for a child to draw from memory.
Meaningful Symbolism: Colors, images, and patterns must relate to Springville’s history and identity.
2–3 Basic Colors: Use no more than three contrasting colors from the standard color set.
No Lettering or Seals: Avoid words or organizational seals for clarity and timelessness.
Distinctiveness: Ensure the design is unique yet reflects connections to other related flags.
Clarity and Memorability: The flag should stand out from a distance and be easily recognizable.
*For more clarification on the design guidelines please reference Ted Kaye’s, Good Flag, Bad Flag resource at: https://nava.org/good-flag-bad-flag (Scroll down to the English version under “Language versions available” for more in depth instruction and examples.)
CONTEST INFORMATION
Eligibility
This opportunity is open to anyone with a connection to Springville City, regardless of age or artistic experience. Both individuals and groups are welcome to participate.
Restrictions
Designs must not include words, slogans, or complex images.
Avoid imagery that is offensive, divisive, or unsuitable for public display.
Each participant or group may submit up to two designs.
Submissions will be evaluated based on
Adherence to design guidelines
Relevance to the city’s identity and values
Simplicity and scalability
Prizes
Up to 5 finalists will be selected. Each finalist will receive a prize of $100.00
The finalist whose flag is chosen will receive $1000.00
Policies
The city reserves the right to modify or cancel the contest at any time.
All finalists will be verified as having a connection to Springville.
Upon being selected, Springville City will issue the winning designer a contract outlining the terms of the project–including transfer of ownership and copyright of the design to the city.
The city will retain the right to reproduce the flag design for various purposes.
In the case that a minor (under age 18) is selected as a finalist and/or for the winning design, the minor’s legal guardian will sign for them and the check will be issued in the legal guardian’s name.
In the case that a group is selected as a finalist or for the winning design, only one check will be issued to the designated group leader. The group leader must be 18 or older.
Questions
Leslie Makai Gleaves
Public Art Coordinator
Call 801.491.5700
Email LGleaves@springville.org