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Santa Ana Arts Future <br />Engagement Findings Report <br />activate public spaces and vacant lots with programming, and develop potential cultural <br />hubs in areas such as South Main, the Santa Ana Zoo, and the train station. <br />Arts and cultural funding is seen as a longer term goal and residents think the City can help <br />to secure a dedicated funding stream. Dedicated arts and culture staff can explore <br />innovative funding opportunities, secure funding for nonprofit organizations, and work with <br />the City on arts and cultural events. <br />"There Is a story Arts and Cultural Programming <br />to tell here. Lets <br />Santa Ana's personal participation in artistic and creative activities is high. <br />do it with the arts <br />and the distinctive <br />The community attends museums, neighborhood festivals, arts exhibits <br />culture of Santa <br />and craft shows, performances at nontraditional and traditional venues, <br />Ana." <br />and most importantly, engages in creative activities in their homes. <br />-Discussion group <br />participant <br />However, residents do not think there are enough opportunities available <br />for themselves and their children. There are significant barriers to participation including <br />cost, transportation, feeling welcome, work commitments, and the timing and location of <br />classes and activities. Residents express the desire and need for more affordable <br />opportunities for families to engage in classes, workshops, and events in their own <br />neighborhoods; for responsive and relevant programming for people of different <br />backgrounds, ages, and abilities; and for more experiential programming. Different <br />generations of residents share a vision of intergenerational opportunities to share stories <br />about history, heritage, and future aspirations; spontaneous happenings in the downtown <br />area such as dance parties for seniors, or college -run StoryCorp type pop -ups for learning <br />experiences. <br />Santa Ana residents would like to see the City support the signature festivals and events <br />already happening throughout the city, as well as look at other community events. These <br />include an international dance festival celebrating all cultures and a literacy festival that <br />could promote literacy and education for Santa Ana's young people. <br />Public Art is also a priority for residents for many reasons that include city beautification; <br />engaging youth with mural art; showcasing national, regional, and local artists; addressing <br />public safety; and activating public spaces. Santa Ana residents are proud of the city's <br />history and heritage. Developing cultural tourism opportunities and programming relevant to <br />the heritage of Santa Ana is seen as an important expansion to current programming. <br />65B-53 <br />