March 24, 2026
Mayor's Office
DATE: March 24, 2026
TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Eduardo Martinez
Subject: Appointment of Kaelen Van Cura to the Arts & Culture Commission
FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
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STATEMENT OF THE
ISSUE:
Kaelen Van Cura is applying for a vacant seat on the Arts & Culture Commission
RECOMMENDED ACTION: APPOINT Kaelen Van Cura to the Arts and Culture Commission with the term that expires on January 31,
2030 – Mayor’s Office (Mayor Eduardo Martinez 510-
620-6503)
DISCUSSION:
Kaelen Van Cura is seeking an appointment to the Arts and Culture Commission. She is interested in supporting local artists by expanding opportunities for them to share their AGENDA
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work with the community. Her goal is to help streamline processes and improve access to grants and funding opportunities for eligible artists throughout the City of Richmond.
Kaelen has previously served on the commission and seeks to reconnect.
DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
Attachment 1 – Kaelen Van Cura’s redacted application