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<br />Araiza, Fatima <br />From:Maggie Baranick <maggiebaranick@gmail.com> <br />Sent:Wednesday, May <br />To:eComment <br />Subject:Arts funding <br /> Attention: This email originated from outside of City of Santa Ana. Use caution when opening attachments or links. <br />Dear Council Members, <br />I am writing to advocate for a reallocation of funding in support of our community's artists and <br />vibrant art walk initiatives and a reconsideration of the current allocation towards Bowers Museum <br />As a resident deeply invested in the cultural life of our city, I have witnessed firsthand the <br />transformative power of community art walks in bringing people together, fostering local talent, and <br />enriching our neighborhoods. These events not only showcase the creativity and diversity of our <br />community but also provide accessible opportunities for engagement and connection. <br />However, it is disheartening to see that our city's current funding priorities disproportionately favor <br />Bowers over community-based initiatives like art walks. While museums certainly have their place in <br />preserving and promoting art, they often cater to a more limited audience and may not directly <br />benefit the broader community in the same way that art walks do. <br />By investing in these grassroots initiatives, we can amplify the voices of local artists, invigorate public <br />spaces, and create meaningful experiences that resonate with residents of all ages and backgrounds. <br />Thank you for your attention to this matter, and I look forward to seeing positive changes that will <br />benefit our community as a whole. <br />Sincerely, <br />Maggie Baranick <br />Sent from my iPhone <br />1 <br />