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<br />Ibarra, Evelyn <br />From:Ryan_Mark R <ryanmark_reta@hotmail.com> <br />Sent:Tuesday, May 7, <br />To:eComment <br />Subject:ARTS Funding - Item 30 Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget Work Study Session <br />Importance:High <br /> Attention: This email originated from outside of City of Santa Ana. Use caution when opening attachments or links. <br />Dear Mayor Valerie Amezcua and City Council Members, <br /> <br />I am writing to express my wholehearted support for robust arts funding in Santa Ana. <br /> <br />My name is Ryan Reta, and I believe there is a significant and urgent need for increased investment in the arts <br />within our city. Across the state and nation, art education often faces neglect in many communities. It is <br />imperative that we prioritize funding for the arts to address this disparity. <br /> <br />Furthermore, there is a crucial need for enhanced transparency regarding the allocation, management, and <br />auditing of these funds. Transparency is essential for ensuring accountability and fostering trust within our <br />community. <br /> <br />This letter is not just for the present; it is for the future generations who will inherit our city. It is for the <br />children whose lives can be enriched through exposure to the arts. By investing in arts education, we can <br />provide them with alternatives to the challenges they may face, nurturing their sense of worth and potential. <br /> <br />Arts and art education are indispensable for promoting mental health, fostering creativity, and cultivating a <br />sense of identity and belonging. They offer invaluable tools for problem-solving and self-expression, <br />empowering individuals to realize their full potential. <br /> <br />As members of this community, we have a collective responsibility to support our artists and creatives. The <br />arts serve as a powerful means of communication and community-building, enriching the cultural fabric of <br />Santa Ana. <br /> <br />I urge you to prioritize robust funding for the arts in our city, including support for arts organizations, <br />education initiatives, and community projects. Investing in the arts not only enhances our city's cultural vitality <br />but also attracts visitors and stimulates economic growth. <br /> <br />As an artist myself, I am deeply passionate about the transformative power of the arts. I sincerely hope that <br />you will consider my plea and take meaningful action to support Santa Ana's vibrant arts community. <br /> <br />Thank you for your time and consideration. <br /> <br />Sincerely, <br />Ryan Reta <br />1 <br />