Commission ramps outreach for 'call for artists'; requests branded assets and school outreach

Commissioners heard that the city's call for artists opened on Aug. 31 but yielded no submissions at the time of the meeting. Staff described postings in the city newsletter and social media; commissioners asked Communications to use the commission’s provided branding assets so posts align visually with other city materials.

"I'll check with communication and engagement," Secretary Kylie said when commissioners requested brand‑aligned assets and asked staff to confirm with Rochelle and Marilyn how postings are being made. Commissioners also volunteered to distribute printed flyers at schools and local venues and suggested contacting the Gilroy Arts Roundtable, Gilroy Arts Center and Gilroy Library as distribution points.

The commission also asked staff to reach out to Gilroy Unified School District and Gavilan to broaden student awareness and to report back at the next meeting on outreach results and any submissions received.