2026- 2027 Public Events, Projects and Budget Ad Hoc Subcommittee Report
Date: July 2026
Ad Hoc Subcommittee Members:
Carlos Valverde, Rebecca Rona, Samia Bano
During EHRAC’s previous meeting the Public Events, Projects and Budget Ad Hoc Subcommittee proposed a variety of possible events and projects that EHRAC members could choose from to include in EHRAC’s 2026-27 work plan.
Staff recommended that EHRAC conduct a survey to learn what topics might interest members of the public. Soon after, our ad hoc subcommittee met with staff to discuss the survey. We then drafted the survey and flyer you see tonight.
We will determine how the survey results align with the programs we have already proposed, as well as consider new topics based on survey results for our events in 2027 and beyond.
We recommend that the survey be conducted through August and part of September 2026.
Note: The 75th Annual Fiesta La Ballona will take place from Friday, August 28 to Sunday, August 30, 2026. This will be a great event at which we can encourage people to fill out our survey.
In addition, we recommend that EHRAC have a special meeting in September where we can present the results of survey along with updated recommendations on events EHRAC can hold in 2027.
This will allow us to form, in a timely manner, the needed subcommittees for planning any events to be held in the 1st quarter of 2027. For example, in the last two years EHRAC has held a community conversation in February.
To update you regarding the programs we proposed at our last meeting:
1) Event to be held during United Against Hate Week.
Based on the theme the city has selected for United Against Hate Week in 2026, we recommend EHRAC work with city staff to hold the following event that had been proposed in our previous reports:
Stories and Facilitated Small-Group Discussion
Theme/Title: Oppression, Forgotten Histories, Personal Perspectives, and Healing One factor in healing is being heard.
Speakers: A Gabrielino-Tongva person, a Japanese American person, a Black person, an Hispanic person, a Jewish person, a Palestinian person. The storytelling would be followed by small group discussion that is lightly facilitated by EHRAC members.
In addition, on the same evening, as a Part 2 to our event, the City will be inviting a trainer from Right To Be to conduct a training on a related topic.
Budget: $200 for snacks
NOTE: Based on the schedule of events Staff has shared with us for United Against Hate Week, the most likely/best date for us to hold this event will be Wednesday 10/21/26.
2) Presentation on Guashna Village. What we proposed was not feasible, particularly in the context of holding the event in collaboration with the Historical Society. 3) Event at Ballona Discovery Park. This was not feasible. We learned from staff that we could not host a program there because it is not located in Culver City. 4) Community/Courageous Conversation
Theme/topic: How to be an anti-racist/Allyship and community (more details included in previous report)
We will see how this aligns with survey results.
5) Community/Courageous Conversation
Theme/topic: Connecting hearts across the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (more details included in previous report)
We will see how this aligns with survey results.
6) Community/Courageous Conversation
Theme/topic: Supporting our LQBTQAI+ students
(more details included in previous report)
We will see how this aligns with survey results.
In addition to the events listed above, EHRAC will continue to engage in the following projects:
-- Equity and Human Relations Awards
--Diversity Awareness Project
--Community Survey re. peace resolution
** Please review below the Community Events Survey we have drafted, along with a proposed flyer.
We welcome all constructive feedback.
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Equity and Human Relations
Community Events Survey
Prepared by the Equity and Human Relations Advisory Committee Culver City’s Equity and Human Relations Advisory Committee wants to align our upcoming public events with your interests. We are seeking feedback on topics, the types of events you would like, and more. Your feedback will help us shape our upcoming event calendar.
Take our 5-minute Community Events Survey and tell us what you love and what you’re likely to attend.
1. What TYPES of community events would you be most interested in attending? (Select up to three.)
• Cultural celebrations and heritage events
• Community conversations and listening sessions
• Skill-building workshops related to diversity, equity, and inclusion • Storytelling events on topics related to equity and human relations • Screenings of movies on topics related to equity and human relations • Other: _____________
2. Which topics would you most like to learn more about? (Select up to three.) • Building anti-racist, racially inclusive communities
• Addressing bias, discrimination, and hate incidents
• Addressing inequities due to class/socioeconomic status • Interfaith solidarity
• Immigration and the immigrant experience
• Conflict resolution and constructive dialogue
• Supporting equity and positive human relations among youth and young adults • LGBTQ+ inclusion and awareness
• Understanding and celebrating various cultures
• Other: _____________
3. What would make it easier for you to participate in Equity and Human Relations Committee events? (Select all that apply.)
• Childcare availability
• Language interpretation services
• Virtual attendance option
• Transportation assistance
• More advance notice
• Other: _____________
4. How old are you?
• Under 18
• 18-24
• 25-34
• 35-44
• 45-54
• 55-64
• 65-74
• Over 74
5. What's your race or ethnicity?
• White
• Hispanic or Latino
• Black or African American
• Asian
• American Indian or Alaska Native
• Middle Eastern or North African (MENA)
• Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
• Multicultural or Other
Optional Question
What community issue, concern, or opportunity would you like the Equity and Human Relations Advisory Committee to address in the future?
End Of Survey
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Proposed Flyer: