SECA Commission

SECA Commission approves 2027 grant timeline, supports reallocation of All Hallows Eve funds, reviews event amendments and policy language

The SECA Commission met March 16, 2026. After roll call and public comment noting an April 21 City Council presentation, commissioners approved the January 28 minutes. They reviewed amended plans for Park After Dark and All Hallows Eve, determining neither amendment changed event purpose or audience; they expressed funding timing concerns for Park After Dark and supported reallocating $4,100 in City Services grant funds from All Hallows Eve to a reimagined family event at Naper Settlement. The commission unanimously approved the 2027 SECA Grant Fund Application Timeline and agreed on draft policy language clarifying reconsideration requests, noncompliance consequences, applicant attendance expectations, staff review, and definitions for scope and compensation. Commissioners will further review mission statement drafts at the April meeting. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 PM.