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Every published summary we have tied to Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission in Fresno, grouped into one page so readers can track its recurring decisions and debates over time.

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Fresno

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Jun 17, 2026

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Commission recommends arts grant guidelines

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission reviewed the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture (EAAC) program, held public hearings, and voted to recommend the Cycle Three draft grant guidelines to City Council as amended. The commission also approved routine minutes and amended the meeting agenda.

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Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission meeting summary

Agenda and March 16 minutes approved; absences for Commissioners Duran, Trillo, and Ward excused. Workshops were held on the Measure P five-year evaluation and the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture (EAAC) grant program. Hearings collected public input on the EAAC grant program and on Measure P allocations, Parks Master Plan, Cultural Arts Plan, and the PARCS budget/CIP.

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Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission approves staffing recommendation and creates arts subcommittee

At its March 16, 2026 regular meeting the Fresno Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission approved recommending that City Council adopt a 3rd Amendment to Position Authorization Resolution No. 2025-178 to add three positions in the PARCS Department, created the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Subcommittee (appointing Chair McCoy, Vice Chair Ward and Commissioner Trillo), received a workshop and multiple public hearings on the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program, and solicited public input on Measure P allocations, updates to the Parks Master Plan and Cultural Arts Plan, and the PARCS department budget and capital improvement plans. PARCS staff also reported on recruitment needs and upcoming events.

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Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission (Fresno) addresses Measure P grant issues, holds workshop and public hearings

At its February 23, 2026 regular meeting, the Fresno Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission approved the agenda, excused Commissioner Vincent L. Trillo's absence, received a workshop update on the Expanded Access to Arts & Culture (EAAC) grant program, and held three hearings to receive public input on the EAAC program, a proposed Measure P appropriation (41st Amendment) contingent on funds returned by the Fresno Arts Council, and Measure P allocations / updates to the Parks Master Plan, Cultural Arts Plan, and the PARCS Department budget and capital improvement plans. Commissioners reported on a Five-Year Evaluation effort and raised concerns about the embezzlement of Measure P Arts & Culture funds and its impacts on grant recipients.

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Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission — Meeting Minutes (January 26, 2026)

Regular PRAC meeting convened at 5:40 PM. The Commission approved the agenda and the minutes of December 15, 2025, and excused absences for Commissioners Jon Dohlin and Rose Caglia. PARCS Director Aguirre announced a Measure P–funded youth scholarship program and outlined nonprofit application timelines. Staff presented a workshop on the Athletic Facility Reservation Policy. Hearings were held on the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program (no public speakers) and on Measure P allocations, Parks Master Plan/Cultural Arts Plan updates, and the PARCS budget/CIP (public comment from two speakers). Meeting adjourned at 8:05 PM in memory of Dr. Francine Oputa.

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PRAC reviews Measure P reports and creates Measure P 5-Year Evaluation Subcommittee

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission met December 15, 2025 (5:35–7:09 PM) in Council Chambers. Commissioners received workshops on the Measure P 2024 Annual Report, the Measure P 5-year evaluation, and the Measure P Internship Pathway Program; held hearings to receive public input on the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant Program and on Measure P allocations / Parks Master Plan / PARCS budget and CIP; and addressed member reports including a public-safety concern in parks. The Commission adopted a resolution creating the Measure P 5-Year Evaluation Subcommittee and appointed Commissioners Barraza, Dohlin, and Duran.

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PRAC recommends FY2027 PARCS expenditures and approves specific park, arts, and program allocations; adopts 2026 meeting calendar

November 17, 2025 regular meeting: Commission approved multiple FY2027 budget recommendations for parks, arts, youth/senior programs and infrastructure, adopted the 2026 PRAC calendar, and approved prior minutes.

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Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission meeting—workshops on PARCS programs and arts access; FY2027 budget hearings (Nov. 3, 2025)

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission met Nov. 3, 2025. Commissioners approved the agenda and the Oct. 27, 2025 minutes; two commissioners’ absences were excused. Workshops included an overview of PARCS FY2026 after-school, recreation, and community services programs to inform the FY2027 budget and the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture quarterly report (Jul–Sep 2025). Hearings were held on the PARCS FY2027 budget build, the Expanded Access grant program, and Measure P allocations/plan updates. Commissioner comments focused on park public safety, facility leasing concerns, and local arts events. PARCS staff reported multiple October community programs and attendance figures. Public comment was limited (one speaker identified). The commission requested performance data tied to Measure P and supported continuing proposed FY2027 PARCS plans.

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PRAC holds FY2027 PARCS budget hearings; approves up to $100,000 for Roeding Park small dog park shade

The Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission met October 27, 2025 in Council Chambers. Commissioners approved the agenda and October 13, 2025 minutes, excused two absences, heard presentations and public input on the PARCS FY2027 budget, Expanded Access to Arts and Culture grants, and Measure P allocations, and approved up to $100,000 for a shade structure at the small dog park in Roeding Park. Staff provided updates on Halloween events and Park Ranger staffing during budget discussions.

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Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission approves Cultural Arts grant recommendations and hears Measure P-related items

At its October 13, 2025 meeting the Parks, Recreation, and Arts Commission approved the Cultural Arts Subcommittee’s recommended EAAC grant awards (including emerging organization operating and project support), reviewed 12 unsuccessful appeals under current EAAC appeal criteria, heard PARCS staff reports including Measure P implementation recognition, and received no public comment on hearings about the Expanded Access to Arts and Culture grant program or Measure P allocations, Parks Master Plan/Cultural Arts Plan updates, and the PARCS budget/CIP.

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