REPORT TO CULTURAL COMMISSION
SUBJECT
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Discussion and Potential Action on the Cultural Commission Work Plan and Activities for FY 2026/27
Report
BACKGROUND
Annually, the Cultural Commission ("Commission") identifies three to five specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound goals and related activities to guide its work. The annual Work Plan is intended to focus the Commission's efforts, align with City Council priorities, and operate within the existing budget direction and resource limitations.
At the June 1, 2026 regular meeting, the Commission adopted the FY 2026/27 Work Plan goals and associated activities. Throughout the fiscal year, the Commission may review progress, adjust priorities, establish subcommittees, and provide direction to ensure implementation remains aligned with adopted goals and respond to emerging opportunities or constraints.
The adopted goals and current status of related activities are summarized below:
GOAL #1: Host and enhance multicultural events to encourage and acquaint Santa Clara residents with cultural diversity.
A. Plan and implement Summer Concerts in FY 2026/27
B. Street Dance
C. Plan and host Friday Night Live Events
D. Secure sponsors for Cultural Commission special events in FY 2026/27
GOAL #2: Develop and encourage interactive art opportunities to provide temporary, performing, cultural, and public art in the City.
A. Support Traffic Box Program
B. Host Public Art Exhibition (indoor or outdoor)
C. Host Halloween Home & Holiday Home Decorating Contest and recognition: 1 winner per Council District, 1 group entry winner, 1 Best of the Best
D. Update and maintain City interactive web-based public art map
E. Implement Make Music Day 2027
GOAL #3: Raise the visibility of commemorative months.
A. Identify a space to curate and facilitate the celebration of Commemorative Months and which cultural holidays to celebrate and via what medium
GOAL #4: Enhance communication and media strategy to incr...
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