From: Jade Rodriguez
To: Clerk Mailbox
Cc: Sofia Klatzker; David Yakobson
Subject: Federico Galavis Resignation FW: Resignation :( Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2025 9:01:32 AM
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Hello,
Below is a resignation email from Federico Galavis for his positions on the Arts Commission and Public Art Committee.
Please let us know if there is anything further you need.
Thank you,
Jade
Jade Rodriguez (She/Her)
Staff Assistant III, Cultural Affairs
(310) 458-2220 ext. 5287
santamonica.gov/the-arts
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Sent: Monday, August 18, 2025 6:07 PM
To: Sofia Klatzker <[email protected]>; Naomi Okuyama <[email protected]>; Allison Ostrovsky <[email protected]> Subject: Resignation :(
EXTERNAL
Dear Sofia,
I am writing to formally resign from my position as Arts Commissioner and from the Public Committee, effective 08/18/2025.. This decision was not made lightly, as serving in this role has been a rewarding experience serving along with you all.
I remain deeply committed to the mission of expanding the Arts in our beloved city will be contributing my time and skills to do as much as i can.
Please let me know how I can continue to support your initiatives moving forward.
Thank you for the opportunity to serve. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with all of you.
Sincerely,
Galavis
Founder, Museum of Freedom
Commissioner, Santa Monica Arts Commission
Chair, Media Arts Committee