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Moved by Commissioner Hernandez, seconded by Commissioner Lopez -Guerra to <br />Approve Consent Calendar items. <br />YES: 5 — Debra Russell, Indigo Vu, Susie Lopez -Guerra, Joese Hernandez, Miguel Ochoa <br />NO: 0 —ABSTAIN: 0 —ABSENT: 0 — Status: 5 — 0 — 0 — 0 — Pass <br />***END OF CONSENT CALENDAR*** <br />WORK STUDY SESSION <br />3. Investing in the Artist Grant 2024-2025 — Grantee Presentations <br />Minutes: <br />• OC Crazies presented by Cherie Kerr <br />• Delhi Center presented by Gaby Muniz <br />• GREEN-MPNA presented by Leonel Flores <br />• Stanford Sound & Stage presented by Modesto Briseno <br />• Breathe of Fire Latina Theater Ensemble presented by Sara Guerrero <br />• The Cambodian Family presented by Amina Sen <br />• The Frida Cinema presented by Logan Crow <br />4. Bridging the G.A.P.: Graffiti Arts Program — Update Presentation <br />Minutes: The presentation was given by Robyn MacNair, Sofia Cuevas, Alex Sanchez, <br />and Maricela Pena. <br />Commission members engaged in a discussion session, expressing support for the <br />Artist and participating students. <br />***END OF WORK STUDY SESSION*** <br />COMMENTS <br />5. Staff member comments - None <br />6. Commission member comments <br />Minutes: <br />• Hernandez — Discussed the importance of the arts in transforming lives and <br />indicated a desire to revisit the Commission's funding in an upcoming meeting. <br />• Russell — Asked for a progress update on the Sahuayo mural project, and noted two <br />upcoming events: The Art Walk on May 3 and DJ classes at The Pizza Press. <br />• Ochoa — Thanked all participants for their informative presentations. <br />• Vu — The next meeting will focus on discussing budget priorities. There was <br />appreciation for the meaningful connection with the public —highlighting how art <br />brings people together, and how doing good fosters unity. Stronger community <br />Arts and Culture Commission 4 4/17/2025 <br />