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Cultural Commission (11/03/2025): Accepts commemorative months/cultural celebrations proposal; minutes approved

Santa ClaraNov 3, 20252 min read

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Meeting called to order at 7:05 PM. Six commissioners present; Vice Chair Candida Diaz was excused. The Commission approved the meeting minutes as recorded (October 3, 2025) and accepted the subcommittee's proposal for Commemorative Months and Cultural Celebrations as part of the FY 2025/26 work plan. Staff and commissioners shared event notices and reports (Roberta Jones Junior Theater production, Holiday Tree Lighter, Art Commissioner Boot Camp sponsored by SV Creates, Code Art event, Historic Home Tour). Meeting adjourned at 8:03 PM.

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Vice Chair Candida Diaz was excused from the meeting (motion approved).
Approved Cultural Commission regular meeting minutes as recorded (October 3, 2025).
Accepted the subcommittee proposal for Commemorative Months and Cultural Celebrations for the FY 2025/26 work plan (motion approved).
Adjourned the meeting at 8:03 PM.

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Nov 3, 2025, 12:00 AMHybrid Meeting Santa Clara Senior Center Room 205 1303 Fremont Street Santa Clara, CA 95050scheduled

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The City of Santa Clara is conducting the Cultural Commission meeting in a hybrid manner (in-person and a method for the public to participate remotely). Via Zoom: https://santaclaraca.zoom.us/j/82207705371 Meeting ID: 822 0770 5371 Or join by phone: 669-900-6833
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
CONSENT CALENDAR
Action on the Cultural Commission Regular Minutes of October 6, 2025
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
GENERAL BUSINESS
Discussion and Potential Action on Cultural Commission Work Plan and Activities for FY 2025/26
STAFF REPORT
COMMISSIONERS REPORT
ADJOURNMENT
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