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Regular Meeting of the DUBLIN HERITAGE AND CULTURAL ARTS
COMMISSION
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Location: Peter W. Snyder City Council Chamber
100 Civic Plaza
Dublin, CA 94568
Regular Meeting 7:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. PRESENTATIONS
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
At this time, the public is permitted to address the Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission on
non-agendized items. Please step to the podium and clearly state your name for the record.
COMMENTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED THREE (3) MINUTES. In accordance with State Law, no
action or discussion may take place on any item not appearing on the posted agenda. The
Commission may respond to statements made or questions asked, or may request Staff to
report back at a future meeting concerning the matter. Any member of the public may
contact the Recording Secretary’s Office related to the proper procedure to place an item
on a future Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission agenda. The exceptions under which the
Commission MAY discuss and/or take action on items not appearing on the agenda are
contained in Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(1)(2)(3).
4. CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are typically non-controversial in nature and are considered for
approval by the Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission with one single action. Members of
the audience, Staff or the Heritage & Cultural Arts Commission who would like an item
removed from the Consent Calendar for purposes of public input may request the Chair
to remove the item.
4.1 Approval of the May 14, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission Regular Meeting
Minutes
June 11, 2026 Dublin Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission Agenda 1
The Commission will consider approving the May 14, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts
Commission Regular Meeting minutes.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the May 14, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission Regular
Meeting.
Staff Report Attachment 1 - Minutes of the May 14, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission Regular
Meeting
4.2 Tri-Annual Parks and Community Services Department Report for January 2026 through
April 2026
The Commission will receive the Tri-Annual Parks and Community Services Department
Report on classes, activities, and events from January 2026 through April 2026.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the report. Staff Report
Attachment 1 - Tri-Annual Parks and Community Services Department Report for January
through April 2026
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
6. NEW BUSINESS
6.1 Future Temporary Art Project Concepts
The Commission will review and provide feedback on potential concepts for a
future Temporary Public Art project.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the report and provide feedback on potential future Temporary Art Project concepts.
Staff Report
7. STAFF AND COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Brief information only reports from Commissioners and/or Staff, including committee
reports and reports by Commissioners related to meetings attended at City expense
(AB1234).
8. ADJOURNMENT
This AGENDA is posted in accordance with Government Code Section 54954.2(a) If requested, pursuant to Government Code Section 54953.2, this agenda shall be made
available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by
Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Section 12132), and
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Office (925) 833-6650 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Upon receiving a
request, the City will swiftly resolve requests for reasonable accommodation for
individuals with disabilities, consistent with the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of
1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and resolve any doubt in favor of accessibility.
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after publishing of the agenda, will be available at Civic Center, 100 Civic Plaza, and will be
posted on the City’s website at www.dublin.ca.gov/ccmeetings.
Mission
The City of Dublin promotes and supports a high quality of life, ensures a safe, secure,
and sustainable environment, fosters new opportunities, and champions a culture of
equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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Agenda Item #4.1
STAFF REPORT
HERITAGE AND CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Page 1 of 2
DATE: June 11, 2026
TO: Honorable Chair and Commissioners
FROM: Jackie Dwyer, Parks & Community Services Director
SUBJECT:
Approval of the May 14, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission
Regular Meeting Minutes
Prepared by: Kim Bonato, Senior Office Assistant
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Commission will consider approving the May 14, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts
Commission Regular Meeting minutes.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the minutes of the May 14, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission Regular
Meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission will consider approval of the minutes from the May
14, 2026 Regular Meeting.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
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The Commission Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Minutes of the May 14, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission Regular Meeting
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MINUTES OF THE HERITAGE AND
CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Regular Meeting: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 14, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission was held on Thursday,
May 14, 2026, at the Peter W. Snyder Council Chamber, 100 Civic Plaza, Dublin, CA
94568. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairperson Agrawal.
1) CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Attendee Name Status
Shweta Agrawal, Chairperson Present
Timea Iharosi, Vice Chairperson Present
Jain Archana, Commissioner Present (arrived at 7:01 p.m.)
Gina Gabriell, Commissioner Present
Victoria Liu, Commissioner Absent
Darren Phillips, Commissioner Absent
Julia Tomtania, Commissioner Present
Commissioner Archana arrived at 7:01 p.m.
2) PRESENTATIONS – None.
3) PUBLIC COMMENT – None.
4) CONSENT CALENDAR
4.1) Approved April 9, 2026 Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission Regular
Meeting Minutes.
On a motion by Commissioner Tomtania, seconded by Commissioner Gabriell, and by a
unanimous vote, the Commission adopted the Consent Calendar.
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Julia Tomtania, Commissioner
SECOND: Gina Gabriell, Commissioner
AYES:
Agrawal, Iharosi, Archana, Gabriell, Tomtania
ABSENT: Liu, Phillips
Attachment 1
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Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 14, 2026
5) UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
6) NEW BUSINESS
6.1) Utility Box Art Selection
The Commission received a presentation on Utility Box Art design proposals for nine
boxes to be painted in 2026.
Box Artist Proposal Title
Box 1 Ekaterina Bazlakova Mosaic
Box 2 Erica Fisher Mascots
Box 3 Masha Kryuchkova Food
Box 4 Alice Park/Amy Wong Lights of Emerald Park
Box 5 Emaan Qayyum Flowing Currents
Box 6 Beau James Thomas A Starry Night
Box 7 Beau James Thomas Seasons of Dublin
Box 8 Kelsey Rae Thomas Guardian of Dublin, Rooted in Nature
Box 9 Nan Wang A Symphony of Vitality
On a motion by Commissioner Tomtania, seconded by Vice Chairperson Iharosi, and by a
unanimous vote, the Commission is recommending the above 9 Utility Box Art design
proposals to the City Council for approval.
RESULT: RECOMMENDED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Julia Tomtania, Commissioner
SECOND: Timea Iharosi, Vice Chairperson
AYES:
Agrawal, Iharosi, Archana, Gabriell, Tomtania
ABSENT: Liu, Phillips
6.2) Cultural Events Space Grant Program – 2026 Fourth Quarter Applicant
The Commission received a presentation from the Tri-Valley Hindu Connect regarding
their application for the 2026 Cultural Event Space Grant Program.
On a motion by Chairperson Agrawal, seconded by Vice Chairperson Iharosi, and by a
unanimous vote, the Commission approved awarding the 2026 fourth quarter grant to the
Tri-Valley Hindu Connect for their Diwali Mela 2026 event.
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVED BY: Shweta Agrawal, Chairperson
SECOND: Timea Iharosi, Vice Chairperson
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Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 14, 2026
AYES:
Agrawal, Iharosi, Archana, Gabriell, Tomtania
ABSENT: Liu, Phillips
6.3) Consolidation of Cultural Event Fee Waiver and Arts Space Grant Programs
into Dublin C.R.E.A.T.E.
The Commission received a report on the consolidation of the Cultural Event Fee
Waiver program and the Arts Space Grant program into a single streamlined program
titled, Dubin C.R.E.A.T.E. and provided feedback.
6.4) 2026-2076 Community Time Capsule Project.
The Commission received a presentation on the City’s 2026-2076 Community Time
Capsule Project and provided feedback.
7) STAFF AND COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Staff and Commissioners provided brief information-only reports.
8) ADJOURNMENT
Chairperson Agrawal adjourned the meeting at 8:12 PM.
Shweta Agrawal,
Chairperson
Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission
ATTEST:
Ben Keisic
Parks & Community Services Manager
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Agenda Item 4.2
STAFF REPORT
HERITAGE AND CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Page 1 of 2
DATE: June 11, 2026
TO: Honorable Chair and Commissioners
FROM: Jackie Dwyer, Parks & Community Services Director
SUBJECT:
Tri-Annual Parks and Community Services Department Report for January
2026 through April 2026
Prepared by: Crystal McLean, Senior Office Assistant
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Commission will receive the Tri-Annual Parks and Community Services Department
Report on classes, activities, and events from January 2026 to April 2026.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the report.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None.
DESCRIPTION:
The attached report summarizes the classes, activities, and events conducted by the Parks
and Community Services Department from January 2026 to April 2026.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The Commission Agenda was posted.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1) Tri-Annual Parks and Community Services Department Report for January 2026 to April
2026
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Attachment 1
TRI-ANNUAL PARKS AND COMMUNITY
SERVICES REPORT FOR
JANUARY 2026 THROUGH APRIL 2026
Parks, Trails, and Open Space
Repairs & Infrastructure Maintenance
Repairs and infrastructure improvements were completed across multiple park facilities
during the reporting period, including rewiring the Emerald Glen Park scoreboard,
addressing fire-related needs at Ted Fairfield Park, and upgrading irrigation
communication systems at Fallon Sports Park. Field upgrades included wind screening,
shade, and netting that improved play conditions and user comfort.
Landscape & Site Improvements
Landscape improvements were completed across multiple locations , including mulching
at Stagecoach Park, Forest Park, Tassajara Trail, replanting and soil preparation to
support the Iron Horse Trail opening, and event-related planting at Emerald Glen and
Devany Square Parks. Tree maintenance included tree planting and replacement
across multiple facilities.
Francis Ranch Parks
On April 21, a Groundbreaking Ceremony was held for the two 5.5-acre parks at Francis
Ranch. Poppy Meadow Park will feature a dog park, meditation garden, play area for
ages 2-5 and 5-12, fitness stations, a shaded picnic area with barbecue, restroom, and
public art. Wild Wind Park will include a multi-use court (pickleball/tennis), basketball
court, two bocce courts, a shaded picnic area with barbecue, restroom, play area for
ages 2-5 and 5-12, pollinator garden, and public art. Poppy Meadow Park has a
tentative completion date of winter 2027, with Wild Wind Park scheduled shortly after,
tentatively opening in spring 2028.
Irrigation Controller Upgrades
This project aims to improve water management and reduce irrigation use across City
streets, parks, and facilities. Since launching in September 2025, updated controllers
have been installed, connecting a central system that adjusts automatically based on
real-time data. In spring 2026, the City received an additional $330,000 in grant funding
to expand the project scope with cellular-compatible irrigation controllers.
Adopt-a-Bench
This program allows community members to commemorate individuals or events
through personalized engraved plaques. One bench was adopted and installed at Dolan
Park during this reporting period.
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Contract Classes
Contract Class Participation
Total contract class registrations increased from 1,480 in 2025 to 1,856 in 2026,
reflecting a meaningful shift in program growth. The most notable change was in sports
programs, which increased from 1,161 to 1,628.
TABLE 1: CONTRACT CLASS REGISTRATIONS
Category 2025 2026
Cultural Arts (Arts, Theater, Dance, & Performing Arts) 128 96
Fitness (Yoga, Zumba, Gymnastics, & Martial Arts) 58 36
Leisure (STEM, Enrichment, & Life-Long Learning) 23 14
Sports (Basketball, Baseball, Tennis, Soccer, & Multi-
Sports) 1,161 1,628
Seniors 110 83
Totals 1,480 1,857
Youth and Teens
Afterschool Programs
The Afterschool Recreation program saw steady enrollment during this reporting period,
offering elementary-aged participants structured activities including homework support,
arts and crafts, games, and play in support of working families and promoting social
development. The LEAD (Leadership, Education, and Development) program continues
to provide teens with opportunities to build leadership skills and gain work experience.
The program currently has 20 enrolled.
TABLE 2: AFTERSCHOOL RECREATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION
School Session III
Amador 38
Cottonwood 23
Dougherty 30
Dublin 40
Fredriksen 34
Green 36
Kolb 13
Murray 21
Totals 235
Preschool Programs
The preschool program continued to provide early childhood education opportunities
focused on socialization, school readiness, and play-based learning, serving more than
40 participants during the reporting period. In addition to classroom activities, preschool
families participated in an annual easter egg hunt, and students celebrated their
achievements at the Preschool Graduation Ceremony held on May 9.
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Youth Advisory Committee
The Youth Advisory Committee remained actively engaged during the reporting period
through various leadership, service, and community initiatives. Members participated in
the Tri-Valley Youth Advisory Committee Roundtable and hosted Kid Venture Night on
February 21 at the Dublin Senior Center. Staff conducted the recruitment for the 2026–
27 Youth Advisory Committee members, concluding the process on March 20. The
Committee launched the mental health initiative, One Good Thing Dublin, presented its
annual report to the Parks and Community Services Commission, and hosted the Youth
Benefit Concert at Emerald Glen Park, featuring 12 performers and raising $1,036 for
the youth fee assistance program.
Kids Night Out
The Kids Night Out program served 49 participants on January 24 at The Wave,
providing parents and guardians with an evening childcare option while youth enjoyed a
pizza dinner, arts and crafts, games, and swimming from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Backyard Book Quest: A Little Libraries Challenge
The Backyard Book Quest: A Little Libraries Challenge, launched as a new community
engagement initiative from April 27 through May 30. Families and children were
encouraged to explore participating Little Libraries throughout Dublin, completing a QR
code-based challenge to receive a 10% discount on the City’s 2026 in-house summer
camps.
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Youth and Adult Sports
Adult Basketball
The Adult Basketball League experienced strong participation from January through
March, expanding to 10 teams with more than 100 participants.
Junior Warriors Youth Basketball League
The Junior Warriors Youth Basketball League maintained strong participation during the
2025–2026 fall/winter season, with 568 total players registered across 11 different boys'
and girls' divisions. While slightly lower than the previous season, several divisions
operated with waitlists due to limited volunteer coaches. Girls' participation remained
especially strong, continuing recent growth trends.
TABLE 3: 2026 JUNIOR WARRIORS REGISTRATION TOTALS
Divisions Fall/Winter
Girls K & 1st Grade 52
Girls' 2nd & 3rd Grade 72
Girls' 4th & 5th Grade 39
Girls' 6th - 8th Grade 36
Total Girls Registration 199
Boys’ Kindergarten 61
Boys'1st Grade 61
Boys' 2nd Grade 69
Boys' 3rd Grade 60
Boys' 4th Grade 38
Boys' 5th – 6th Grade 60
Boys' 7th – 8th Grade 20
Total Boys Registration 369
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Facility Rentals
Athletic Facilities/Picnic Reservations
TABLE 4: ATHLETIC FACILITIES/PICNIC HOURS RESERVED
Facility Rental Location Jan Feb Mar Apr Total
Dublin Sports Grounds 0 453 854 537 1,844
Emerald Glen Park 29 182 579 455 1,245
Fallon Sports Park 648 1,494 2,542 2,063 6,747
Ted Fairfield Park 0 48 98 60 206
Stager Gym 31 22 17 28 98
Picnic Rentals 123 144 559 522 1,348
Total Hours Reserved 831 2,343 4,649 3,665 11,488
Private Rentals/Banquet Facilities
The shift in rental hour distribution in 2026 reflects improved reporting following the
introduction of a “City Use” category, which more accurately tracks internal
programming.
TABLE 5: FACILITY RENTAL HOURS RESERVED
Facility 2025 2026
Shannon Community Center – Non-Profits/Public
Agency
577 233
Shannon Community Center – Private 2,081 673
Shannon Community Center – City Use N/A 409
Heritage Park – Non-Profits/Public Agency 121 0
Heritage Park – Private 194 170
Heritage Park – City Use N/A 175
Dublin Senior Center – Non-Profits/Public Agency 92 0
Dublin Senior Center – Private 398 736
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Dublin Senior Center – City Use N/A 729
The Wave Community Room – Non-Profits/Public
Agency
25 3
The Wave Community Room – Private 241 96
The Wave Community Room – City of Dublin Use N/A 212
Dublin Library – Non-Profits/Public Agency 610 478
Dublin Library – Private 107 98
Dublin Library – City Use N/A 267
Bray Room Civic Center – Non-Profits/Public Agency 479 130
Bray Room Civic Center – Private Rentals 71 38
Bray Room Civic Center – City Use N/A 301
Total Hours Reserved 4,996 4,748
Heritage & Cultural Arts
Heritage Park and Museums
The School House Museum and Kolb House at Heritage Park are open from 4:00 p.m.
to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Over
600 visitors attended during open hours this reporting period.
TABLE 6: HERITAGE PARK MUSEUM VISITORS
Month Number of Visitors
January 129
February 128
March 110
April 266
Total 633
Weekend Wonders
The Weekend Wonders series offered hands-on experiences on select Saturdays,
including a candle-making workshop in January, a Valentine's Tea Party in February,
and a Garden Party in March, where attendees planted vegetables to take home. Over
75 participants registered during the reporting period.
School Field Trips
In April, two elementary schools participated in four days of guided tours, bringing over
160 students to the site. Participants learned about local history and participated in
hands-on-history activities, including gold panning and old-fashioned laundry cleaning.
Pioneer Cemetery
Dublin Pioneer Cemetery saw three internments during the reporting period. During
Dublin Pride Week, a large group of volunteers removed overgrown Ivy, added mulch to
landscape areas, and completed a general cleanup and beautification.
Public Art
The City issued a Call for Artists for the 2026 Utility Box Art Program with the theme
“Where else but Dublin”. The call was open to the public and closed in April. Thirty-one
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(31) proposals were submitted, reflecting strong community interest in bringing public
art into Dublin. City Council approval of artwork designs is anticipated in June 2026,
with painting taking place from July through September 2026.
Senior Center
Senior Center Attendance
The Dublin Senior Center saw a notable increase in average daily attendance
compared to 2025, with peak participation occurring in January. Volunteer hours also
rose steadily across all months year-over-year.
TABLE 7: SENIOR CENTER VISITORS AND VOLUNTEERS
Programs Jan Feb Mar Apr
Visitors (Daily
Average) 325 404 422 465
Volunteer Hours
(Total) 311 270 302 325
Senior Lunch Program
Open Heart Kitchen and its volunteers provided over 5,000 nutritious meals to seniors
during this reporting period. Additionally, 3,680 convenience passes and 52 fitness
passes were scanned.
Senior Events
The Center hosted Valentine’s Day and St. Patrick’s Day Socials with 30 and 22
participants, respectively, and an annual Talent Show on April 18, drawing
approximately 60 attendees, and a Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon on April 23 ,
recognizing more than 50 volunteers and community partners.
Special Events
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Festival
On March 14 – 15, the City hosted its annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, welcoming
an estimated 49,000 attendees. The event featured a parade, festival, and fun run,
along with three stages of live entertainment, including Tempest, Wild Thyme Larks,
Cali Celtic, and Stout Rebellion. 15 Dublin-based businesses participated as festival
vendors.
Shamrock 5K Fun Run & Walk
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The Shamrock 5K expanded capacity from previous years, reaching a cap of more than
2,400 participants. Pre-race festivities included a packet pick-up with Sports Basement,
a shakeout run with HOKA, and post-race activities provided by event sponsors.
Farmers’ Market
The Pacific Coast Farmers’ Market Association, in collaboration with the City, kicked off
the 2026 Farmers’ Market season on April 2 at Emerald Glen Park, held every Thursday
from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. through September.
Spring Eggstravaganza
The annual Spring Eggstravaganza was held on Saturday, April 4, at Heritage Park,
serving 588 registered participants across three sessions: 199 participants at 9:00 a.m.,
198 participants at 10:15 a.m., and 191 participants at 11:30 a.m.
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Dublin Pride
Dublin Pride Volunteer Day was held on April 25 , with over 400 volunteers gathering at
Emerald Glen Park. Reflecting this year’s theme, “Rooted in Dublin, United by Pride,”
volunteers completed service projects including park and school beautification, creek
and trail cleanups, and environmental efforts such as tree planting, mulching, and water
conservation improvements. The event concluded with a community barbecue and a
complimentary pass to The Wave. Additional activities included the Nature In Our
Backyard Photo Contest, Poster and Essay Contest, a compost giveaway, and more.
The Wave
Waterpark Preparation
From January through April, Staff
completed annual maintenance and
operational readiness projects at the
Wave, including waterslide preparation,
OSHA inspections, exterior rehabilitation
with new siding and stucco repair,
installation of a new outdoor sports pool
heater, and new shade covers and
loungers. The Wave will also welcome
Koja Kitchen back for their second
summer operating concessions at the
facility.
Hiring
The Wave hosted its annual job fair on February 7 and is preparing for a summer
staffing level of 189 employees, 72 of whom are new seasonal hires, reflecting a 33%
turnover rate from the previous summer.
Competitive Swimming
The Junior Green Gators program concluded a successful spring season with 224
participants, offering a coach-led training environment focused on stroke development,
technique, conditioning, and team building.
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Swim Lessons
The Wave saw increased participation in its swim lesson program throughout the spring.
This season marked the launch of the inaugural Pool & Play Spring Break Camp,
welcoming 19 participants in a program combining recreation swimming, arts and crafts,
and games with integrated swim lessons.
TABLE 8: SWIM LESSON REGISTRATION
Lesson Type Registrations
Starfish 3
Oyster and Pearl 151
Preschool Lessons 338
Jellyfish (6-12 years) 170
Turtle 1 – 3 539
Otter 1 – 2 80
Octopus 1 – 2 70
Dolphin 1 – 2 65
Adults 1 – 2 88
Private Lessons 110
Total Registrations 1,614
Sensory Splash
The Wave’s Sensory Splash program completed its second year serving 60 participants
throughout the spring session. The program provides a unique, sensory-friendly aquatic
experience designed for individuals with sensory sensitivities and special needs.
Aquatic Activities
Aquatic programming remained steady. Fitness Swim recorded 3,623 visits, Aqua
Aerobics welcomed 1,639 participants, Recreation Swim saw 3,219 visits, and Birthday
Parties attracted 607 guests.
Upcoming Events
TABLE 9: EVENTS JUNE-AUGUST
Date Event Location
June 11 – Sept 24
(Thurs) Dublin Farmers’ Market Emerald Glen Park
June 11 – Aug 6 (Thurs) Summer Concert Series Emerald Glen Park
June 12 – July 24 (Fri) Picnic Flix Dublin Parks
June 18 Juneteenth Celebration Emerald Glen Park
July 4 Red, White, & Blue Backyard
Bash Dublin Sports Grounds
July 18 – 19 (Sat - Sun) Family Campout Don Biddle Community Park
Aug 1 – 2 (Sat - Sun) Family Campout Schaefer Ranch Park
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Agenda Item 6.1
STAFF REPORT
HERITAGE & CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION
Page 1 of 2
DATE: June 11, 2026
TO: Honorable Chair and Commissioners
FROM: Jackie Dwyer, Parks & Community Services Director
SUBJECT:
Future Temporary Art Project Concepts
Prepared by: Henry Siu, Recreation Coordinator
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The Commission will review and provide feedback on potential concepts for a future
Temporary Public Art project.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the report, select a concept, and provide feedback on potential future Temporary Art
Projects.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The Temporary Art Program in the Parks and Community Services Department’s annual
operating budget includes $20,000 and is funded through the Public Art Fund.
DESCRIPTION:
Background
In October 2019, the City Council approved the annual Temporary Art Program. Each year,
Staff collaborate with the Heritage and Cultural Arts Commission to identify and implement a
temporary public art project. Previous projects have included painted storm drains, Little
Library boxes, basketball court murals, painted wine barrels, and other community art
installations.
Future Temporary Art Project
Staff has identified concepts for the Commission to consider for a future Temporary Art
Project. The proposed concepts are outlined below.
Concept Option 1 – Repeat a Previous Temporary Art Project
Repeat or expand upon a previously successful project, such as painted storm drain murals,
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basketball court murals, or painted Little Library boxes.
Concept Option 2 – Temporary Art Project with New Element
Develop a project similar in scope to those completed in previous years, but utilize new
elements. Past elements considered by the Commission have included benches and oversized
shamrocks.
Concept Option 3 – Contracted Temporary Art Exhibition
Contract an artist to exhibit a temporary artwork for a defined period. This could be artwork
from a private collection, on loan from another organization, brought in from another location,
etc. This artwork would not become part of the City’s permanent collection.
Concept Option 4 – Contracted Temporary Art Commission
Commission an artist for an original temporary artwork to display for a defined period. This
option could include interactive or participatory elements and may coincide with an existing
City event, such as Splatter. This artwork would become the property of the City.
Options 1 and 2 would provide opportunities for between five and twenty artists, with artist
compensation ranging between $500 and $2,000 per commission. Options 3 and 4 would
involve one to three artists, with compensation ranging up to approximately $20,000.
Next Steps
Staff is asking the Commission to provide direction on the preferred concept and provide ideas
for Staff to investigate. Staff will return to a future meeting with refined project options for
Commission review and recommendation. Once a project is identified, Staff will develop a
detailed project implementation plan and timeline.
STRATEGIC PLAN INITIATIVE:
None.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS/PUBLIC OUTREACH:
The Commission Agenda was posted.
ATTACHMENTS:
None.
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