Item 06 - Minutes from Various Boards and Commissions

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Chair Herrera commended the team on the concept and encouraged an environmental benefit to this project. Vice Chair Zacarias Torres suggested beginning the project around the schools. Commissioner Woo asked to evaluate and discuss the budget and development fees. Executive Director Scott responded that, that can be done. 8. Public Art in Parks Policy (draft). MINUTES: Artist Alicia Rojas presented the Public Art in Parks Policy (draft) to the Commission. The Commissioners spoke in support of the policy creation and asked about the qualifications and process for selecting the artists and art projects. Alicia Rojas explained in further detail how this is outlined and how the process will go. Commissioner Diaz advocated for the importance of community engagement. Commissioner Nelson left the meeting at 8:36 p.m. Commissioner Jogwe advocated for the rubric to include someone who was born here. Chair Herrera supported the policy and suggested incorporating a sunshine policy, webinars or social media elements, and engagement with Spanish and Vietnamese. They also asked about maintenance on the art that would be installed. Superintendent Acevedo responded that it is a case by case basis, but an RFP or training his team to maintain the art once installed are options. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR COMMENTS MINUTES: Executive Director Hawk Scott mentioned Santa Ana Zoo Orchids and Exotic Plants Exhibit is happening this weekend and that they got their AZA accreditation. Also mentioned Autumn Fest open house at the Salgado community center and International Older Adult's day at Jerome is coming up. Then finally, thanked everyone for being at the meeting tonight. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS MINUTES: Commissioner Diaz said it was a lot of good information and everyone is doing an amazing job. Parks, Recreation and Community Services 6 9/25/2025 Commission