2025-10-28 Arts and Cultural Advisory AgendaAGENDA
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO
ARTS & CULTURE ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
5:30 PM
ES PUBLIC LIBRARY - SUE CARTER ROOM
111 W. MARIPOSA AVENUE
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
OCTOBER 28, 2025
MEMBERS OF ARTS & CULTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
John Pickhaver, Chairperson
Joan Palmer, Vice Chairperson
David Bart
Jane Burrell
Stuart Carroll
Jason Haffley
Elizabeth Kennedy
Michele Leach
Nicole Losasso
Brian Mitchell
Michael Schepps
The Arts & Culture Advisory Committee, with certain statutory exceptions, can only take action upon
properly posted and listed agenda items. Any writings or documents given to a majority of the Arts &
Culture Advisory Committee, regarding any matter on this agenda, that the City received after issuing
the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the public library at the Help Desk, during
normal business hours. Such documents may be posted on the City's website at www.elsegundo.org
and additional copies will be available at the meeting.
Unless otherwise noted in the agenda, the public can only comment on city -related business that is
within the jurisdiction of the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee and/or items listed on the agenda
during the Public Communications portion of the Meeting. The time limit for comments is five (5)
minutes per person. Before speaking to the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee, please state: your
name, residence, and organization/group you represent, if desired. Please respect the time limits.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
and Government Code Section 54953(g), the City Council has adopted a reasonable
accommodation policy to swiftly resolve accommodation requests. The policy can also be
found on the City's website at https://www.elsegundo.org govemmentldepartments/city-clerk.
Please contact the City Clerk's Office at (310) 524-2308 to make an accommodation request or
to obtain a copy of the policy.
Land Acknowledgment: We acknowledge that we are holding this meeting on the traditional, ancestral, and
unceded territory of the Tongva. We recognize the Tongva people as the traditional land caretakers of
Tovaangar (Los Angeles basin, So. Channel Islands). We also acknowledge that Los Angeles County is home
to the largest Indigenous population in the United States.
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PUBLIC COMMUNICATION — (Related to City Business Only — 5-minute limit per
person, 30-minute limit total) Individuals who have received value of $50 or more to
communicate to the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee on behalf of another, and
employees speaking on behalf of their employer, must so identify themselves prior to
addressing the Arts & Culture Advisory Committee. Failure to do so shall be a
misdemeanor and punishable by a fine of $250. While all comments are welcome, the
Brown Act does not allow action on any item not on the agenda.
A. CONSENT
1. ACC meeting minutes from September 23, 2025
Recommendation -
1. Approve the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee Regular
Meeting minutes of September 23, 2025.
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
B. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
2. Staffing Update
Recommendation -
1. Receive and file the Staffing Update.
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
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3. Art Walk Recap
Recommendation -
1. Receive and file the Art Walk Recap.
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
4. Art Map Update
Recommendation -
1. Discuss the Art Map Update.
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
5. Branding and Logo
Recommendation —
1. Discuss Branding and Logo.
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2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
6. Next Steps of the Master Plan
Recommendation -
1. Discuss the next steps of the Master Plan.
2. Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
D. REPORTS - BUDGET & INITIATIVE COMMITTEE
E. REPORTS — SUBCOMMITTEES
Master Plan Subcommittee
El Segundo Music Festival Subcommittee
Art Walk Subcommittee
Public Art Subcommittee
Grants Review Subcommittee
Park Renovation Subcommittee
F. REPORTS - RECREATION, PARKS, AND LIBRARY DIRECTOR
G. REPORTS - COMMITTEE MEMBERS
H. REPORTS - COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
ADJOURNMENT
POSTED:
DATE:
TIME:
BY:
October 23, 2025
11:00 AM
Viviann Gonzalez, Senior Administrative Specialist II
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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE EL SEGUNDO ARTS AND CULTURE
ADVISORY COMMITTEE
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
CALL TO ORDER — Chairperson Pickhaver called the meeting to order at 5:34
pm
ROLL CALL
Chairperson Pickhaver
Vice Chairperson Palmer
Member Bart
Member Burrell
Member Carroll
Member Haffley
Member Kennedy
Member Leach
Member Losasso
Member Mitchell
Member Schepps
- Present
- Present
- Absent
- Absent
- Absent
- Present
- Present
- Present
- Absent (Arrived at 5:41 pm)
- Present
- Present
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5-minute limit
per person, 30-minute limit total)
Barbara Bolland, President of the El Segundo Blue Butterfly Conservancy,
provided public comment to follow up on the El Segundo Blue Butterfly Book and
announced the upcoming Hillside Maintenance event scheduled for Saturday,
September 27t" from 9 am to 11 am.
A. CONSENT CALENDAR:
1. MOTION by Vice Chairperson Palmer, SECONDED by Member Leach,
approving Regular Meeting minutes of August 26, 2025, MOTION PASSED.
6/0. Member Kennedy abstained as she was not present at the meeting.
B. NEW BUSINESS
2. November and December Meeting Dates (Moved after Item 810)
Chairperson Pickhaver led the discussion on the November and December
meeting dates. He proposed cancelling the November meeting and holding a
Special Meeting in early December, following the precedent set the previous
year.
MOTION by Chairperson Pickhaver, SECONDED by Vice Chairperson
Palmer, approving to cancel the November meeting and holding a Special
Meeting on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, MOTION PASSED. 8/0.
3. Plunge Historical Display Working Group (Moved after Item 84)
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Aquatics Manager Joseph Lormans led the discussion of the Plunge
Historical Display Working Group. He shared that he had spoken with
Member Burrell who expressed interest in joining and assisting with the
project. Committee members inquired about the timeline for completing the
display and how many committee members would be needed for the working
group. Aquatics Manager Lormans provided additional information.
MOTION by Member Haffley, SECONDED by Vice Chairperson Palmer,
approving to recommend Member Burrell and Member Leach to serve on the
Historical Display Working Group, MOTION PASSED. 8/0
4. Center Street Talent Show (Moved before Item 82)
Whitney and Melissa led the discussion on the proposed Center Street Talent
Show. They suggested partnering to host a citywide event modeled after
Torrance's South Bay's Got Talent. Committee members raised questions
regarding whether this new event would replace existing school talent shows,
if the Torrance event is a show or a competition, whether it is organized by a
professional entity, whether funding would be requested, and whether adults
would be eligible to participate. Whitney and Melissa provided additional
information. They agreed to first consult with the PTA Council first before
moving forward with any plans.
5. Frolic Art Funding Request (Moved after Item 89)
Director of Recreation, Parks, and Library Aly Mancini presented the Frolic Art
Funding Request.
MOTION by Member Schepps, SECONDED by Member Losasso, approving
the Frolic Art Funding Request for up to $1,000.00, MOTION PASSED. 8/0.
6. Joy Around the World (Moved after Item 83)
Recreation Manager Linnea Palmer led the discussion on the upcoming Joy
Around the World event and requested feedback from the committee.
Committee members provided their input and raised questions about how the
event would recognize and represent the various holidays. Recreation
Manager Palmer and Director Mancini provided additional information.
7. Agenda Items (Moved after Item 85)
Chairperson Pickhaver led the discussion on agenda items. Director Mancini
clarified that, per City Council direction, committees are not permitted to call
joint meetings. She further explained that if a member wishes to add an item
to a future agenda, it must be brought up during committee member
comments and receive majority support from the committee. Additionally, the
Council Liaison is required to participate in the Governance meetings where
the agenda is finalized.
8. United Against Hate Week Funding Request
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Director Mancini presented a funding request in support of a cultural activity
for the upcoming United Against Hate Week event.
MOTION by Vice Chairperson Pickhaver, SECONDED by Member Kennedy,
approving the United Against Hate Week funding request in the amount of
$500.00, MOTION PASSED. 8/0.
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
9. Staffing Update (Moved after Item 82)
Director Mancini provided a staffing update, announcing that a new Cultural
Arts Coordinator has been hired and will begin working with the city on
October 20th. She also shared that she plans to go before the City Council
soon to request the addition of a new position: Administrative Services
Manager.
Council Member Michelle Keldorf announced the recent hiring of a
Communications Manager, a Management Analyst, and an Emergency
Operations Coordinator.
10. El Segundo Blue Butterfly Children's Book Funding Request (Moved after
Item 86)
Chairperson Pickhaver led the discussion regarding the funding request for
the El Segundo Blue Butterfly Children's Book. Committee members asked
questions about the distribution plan, the cost per book, and what would be
done with any remaining copies. Barbara Bolland provided additional
information.
Director Mancini raised a concern about the potential for book sales to
generate more revenue than the amount awarded through the grant. She
noted that this could present legal considerations and stated she would
consult with the City Attorney to determine whether the grant would need to
be repaid if proceeds exceed the original funding amount.
MOTION by Vice Chairperson Palmer, SECONDED by Member Mitchell,
approving to grant the El Segundo Blue Butterfly Children's Book funding
request for up to $3,600.00, pending review and approval by the City
Attorney, MOTION PASSED. 8/0.
D. REPORTS — BUDGET & INITIATIVE COMMITTEE
Director Mancini provided an update on the committee's budget. Committee
members inquired about the budget for the Festival of Holidays and the status of
the Art Walk reimbursement. Director Mancini provided additional information
and noted that the committee will need to begin preparing the budget for the
upcoming fiscal year.
E. REPORTS - SUBCOMMITTEES
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Member Schepps reported that the El Segundo Music Festival Subcommittee is
currently on hold.
Member Kennedy volunteered to join the Grants Review Subcommittee. Director
Mancini noted that she plans to schedule a meeting with the City Attorney to
review and clarify the grants regulations.
Chairperson Pickhaver announced that the Park Renovation Subcommittee
meeting is scheduled for September 25t"
F. REPORTS — RECREATIONS, PARKS, AND LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Director Mancini shared that she would continue attending committee meetings
following the arrival of the new Cultural Arts Coordinator but noted that she plans
to step back once the new coordinator is comfortable leading the meetings
independently. She also extended wishes for a Shanah Tovah and
recommended to avoid scheduling next year's meeting during Rosh Hashanah.
G. REPORTS — COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Vice Chairperson Palmer shared that she attended the "Creative Economy - El
Segundo and Beyond" panel discussion. She highlighted several key takeaways
from the event and noted that the committee received a shoutout from Preston
Lewis of Warner Brothers during the panel.
Member Haffley noted that the panel discussion was well received and
suggested it could become an annual event.
Member Losasso apologized for arriving late.
Member Schepps expressed concerns that the Center Street Talent Show might
become overly professional and potentially diminishing the fun for children. He
also mentioned uncertainty regarding what Whitney and Melissa were requesting
from the ACC.
Chairperson Pickhaver expressed enthusiasm about welcoming the new Cultural
Arts Coordinator.
H. REPORTS — COUNCIL MEMBER LIAISON
None
Adjourned at 7.29 PM
Viviann Gonzalez, Senior Administrative Specialist II
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