FY28 arts programming plan
City of SurpriseArizona- Detected
- Nov 4, 2026
- Today
- Sector
- Community Events & Activities
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From the meeting
At its November 4, 2026 meeting, the commission considered approval of the FY28 Surprise Arts Program and Experience Plan. The plan set the strategic direction for City-supported arts programs, performances, and cultural experiences during fiscal year 2028 and emphasized strengthening and evaluating existing programs rather than adding new ones. It covered Surprise Arts Presents, LIVE, Speaker Series, Gallery, Roots of Creation, Public Art Experiences, and Arts and Culture Grants.
Decision state: presented for approval, with programming to be developed within the approved FY28 budget.
- Meeting date
- November 4, 2026
- Agency
- City of Surprise
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