Troy J. Hagen, Kansas University senior, Lawrence

“Something progressive, something 21st century, like a bridge to the future. I think it’s a great idea. It will promote more of the culture in the Midwest.”

Alex Malecki, fourth-grader, Overland Park

“With pennies all over it.”

Steve Malecki, salesman, Overland Park

“I would paint it sports-minded with different sports people on it and basketball, obviously. I think when you do something like that, what makes it special is tying it into the city with local themes.”

Ross Razak, KU employee, Lawrence

“An American flag Jayhawk.”