Richmond council approves $160K in neighborhood art mini‑grants, directs transparent hiring and grant reforms Council approved 13 Neighborhood Public Art mini‑grants totaling up to $160,000 and authorized an additional $50,000 appropriation; it also directed the city manager to develop a transparent, community‑inclusive hiring process for an arts and culture manager and to work with artists and the Arts & Culture Commission to reform contracting and payment practices by midyear 2026.

Richmond City Council just approved $160K in art mini-grants, but reforms are needed to support our local artists and ensure funding reaches those who need it most.

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Carmel Arts Commission plans public art master plan with city staff input Carmel Arts Commission discusses timeline and next steps for developing public art plan.

Carmel's arts scene is set for a transformation as the Mayor's Advisory Commission plans a comprehensive public art master plan, prioritizing transparency and community input!

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