Commissioner Schultz made a motion, which Commissioner Bernal seconded, to nominate Commissioner Falco as Chair.

Ayes: Price, Schultz, Shay, Bernal, Falco

Motion Passed 5-0

Commissioner Price made a motion, which Commissioner Shay seconded, to nominate Commissioner Schultz as Vice Chair.

Ayes: Falco, Bernal, Price, Schultz, Shay

Motion Passed 5-0

Senior Management Analyst Jenn Colacion explained that the Commission and Committee appointments could be discussed and/or changed at this point in the meeting. After a brief discussion, it was decided that Commissioner Bernal would represent the Country Fair and Gallery Committee, with the remaining appointments staying the same.

Gallery Director Katie Chidester gave an overview of the Through the Dreamhouse Exhibit. The Commission commended the work she and her team put into the exhibit.

Community Services Specialist Ashley Reid recapped the Spring Craft Boutique, the Pet Expo and the displaying of a wreath to honor National Vietnam War Veterans Day at the Brea Veteran's Memorial.

Elliott Forrester from the Curtis Theatre talked about the upcoming Taste of Brea and the public outreach that will take place there on May 23.

He discussed the banner program, its boundaries, and its costs. Senior Management Analyst Colacion provided context for Commissioner Bernal, stating that a Site Awareness Committee had been created to discover how best to inform the public about all of the offerings available to the community at the Civic Center.

Vice Chair Schultz suggested reusing the banners or using a more generic banner. Staff proposed different options and talked about what other cities are doing. Deputy Director Hernandez mentioned that the city is now looking at the wayfinding signs in a different light as some of the developments around the Civic Center are coming to fruition, with the potential for more pedestrians. Vice Chair Schultz suggested staff come back with suggestions regarding reusable signage.

Senior Management Analyst Colacion spoke about Art in Public Places suggestions:

• Staff recommends that the committee meet and create recommendations for this committee.
• Shift a position to the Gallery to support Art in Public Places
• Not recommending artist-designed benches
• Facelift for digital signage

Theatre Director Kris Kataoka discussed potential updates to the Curtis Theatre:

• More space
• Diversifying the programming
• Strengthening the Marketing
• Usage Fees
• Staffing

Art Director Katie Chidester went over the following recommendations for the Gallery:

• Expand offerings by adding one additional exhibition each year
• Expand Hours
• Expansion of Gallery space with a dedicated classroom
• Summer Art Camps
• Continue to diversify programming
• Stengetneing the marketing
• Additional staffing to support expanded hours and an additional exhibit

Community Services Specialist Ashley Reid reviewed the following recommendations for Special Events:

• Continuation of legacy and traditional events if well-attended
• Consider adding new special events, ie. International Food Festivals with cultural performances
• Additional locations
• Additional staffing for said events
• Install a dance floor for events with music

Senior Management Analyst Colacion spoke about Marketing needs:

• Different models to create cohesion
• Seek out collaborative partnerships with the business and education communities

Community Services Specialist Ashley Reid reviewed the following recommendations for Sister Cities:

• Improve marketing strategies
• Culturally relevant programming

Staff asked for feedback from the Commission.

Chair Falco would like Art in Public Places and the Gallery sub-committee updates. Vice Chair Schultz commended the staff on their leadership and vision. He feels this plan should be reviewed every 6 months. Commissioner Bernal would like to know about any significant updates as they happen. Deputy Director Hernandez suggested that a Commission Member report back to the Council at a City Council meeting.

Gallery Director Katie Chidester would like to arrange for the committee to meet sometime this summer.

Vice Chair Schultz would like to meet prior to Brea Fest.

No updates.

Theatre Director Kris Kataoka provided some details about upcoming shows.

Ashley Reid reminded the Commission about Love Brea on April 27, 2024.

Elliott Forrester mentioned the Taste of Brea on May 23, 2024.