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Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee unveils new renderings for nightclub memorial

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee has released renderings of the Pulse Nightclub memorial.

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The committee released seven new draft renderings for the Pulse Nightclub memorial on Tuesday.

The committee has incorporated several pieces of feedback based on the draft renderings revealed at the last meeting, including:

  • More color, including in reflecting pool.
  • Spanish language in addition to English.
  • Option of having country flags representing the heritage of the victims.
  • Re-worked private area for reflection

There still appears to be some discussion needed about whether the memorial will incorporate shoes of the victims or if a more symbolic object will be used like obelisks.

See the new draft renderings below.

The Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee is tasked with designing the memorial and will meet for the final time.

This June will mark nine years since a gunman killed 49 people at that club near downtown Orlando.

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The committee has been meeting for months to decide what will happen with the location.

The discussion involves everyone from survivors to those who live nearby.

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For those who live and work in the area, the change is an opportunity to make the space a reminder of hope and resilience, especially for the LGBTQ+ community.

See the full report in the video above.

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Beatriz Oliveira, WFTV.com

Beatriz Oliveira is a Content Creator for WFTV.com.

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