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From:Toni Bowles
To:City Clerk; All Council Members
Subject:EXTERNAL - Item #3.2 Public Comment for Items Not On The Agenda
Date:Monday, March 6, 2023 11:46:45 AM
Mayor and Council Members,
I've been deeply involved in hosting SV Creates and Santa Clara County leadership
to garner support and funding for all things "arts related" in the City of Gilroy
because I strongly believe that leading with the Arts will help heal our community
from many years of profound trauma.
It has recently come to my attention that in 2019, April was officially identified
as Arts, Culture and Creativity Month in the state of California.
I am in support of adopting a resolution proclaiming the month of April as “Arts,
Culture, & Creativity Month” in the City of Gilroy as well.
This will highlight one of your City Council goals, and shared goals of the Gilroy Art’s
& Culture Commission, Gilroy Arts Roundtable, and SV Creates. It will show the
region that we recognize the crucial role of arts, culture, and creativity in the lives
of everyone. While recognizing that the arts and creativity support student success
and lifelong learning, provide key job skills, and bring joy to our community while
strengthening our connections. I ask for your support.
Sincerely,
Toni Bowles
Toni Bowles
Founder, CEO
7365-7371 Monterey Street
Gilroy, CA 95020 Ph: 408-661-5353
tonibowles@theneonexchange.com
www.theneonexchange.com