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The Culture, Arts & Heritage Commission met March 12, 2026 at Vancouver City Hall (Aspen Room and Microsoft Teams). Commissioners approved the February 12 minutes and unanimously elected Brad Richardson as Vice President after Michelle Tan resigned the vice presidency due to a new City of Beaverton position (she will remain a commissioner). Staff provided updates and discussion on cultural asset mapping, the Inspire Vancouver cultural access program (branding, outreach, timeline and ambassador training), America250 funding (Council consideration of $20,000 for a July 3 event), Arts Hub consultant selection and next-phase design work, and Vancouver Arts & Music Festival planning and funding. Commissioners volunteered to review applications for a vacant commission seat. The meeting adjourned at 6:21 p.m.; next meeting is scheduled for April 9, 2026.
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