Alfred Community Outreach Through The Arts (COTTA) is a student initiative pursuing public art projects to enhance the aesthetics of the Village of Alfred. COTTA provides students with an educational experience in public art making while providing the Village with the service of renovation and beautification.

The Bus Shelter is COTTA's pilot project with the goal of creating a sustainable public art commission within the Village of Alfred. COTTA is funded in part by the Community Initiative Grant from the School of Art and Design at Alfred University.

The present Bus Shelter is around 30 years old, and COTTA has determined it is a structure in need of attention. We have developed 4 concept designs to replace the existing structure.

We are interested in gathering public opinion about the existing structure and our concept designs to develop a project that reflects the public and enhances the physical appearance of Alfred.