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Receive and File Updates on the Recommended Entertainers for the Juneteenth 2026 Celebration from the Juneteenth PR, Marketing and Entertainment Ad Hoc Subcommittee.
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Meeting Date: May 20, 2026
Contact Person/Dept: Edgar Varela/Special Events Manager
Phone Number: (310) 253-5752
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [] General Fund: Yes [X] No []
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [X] Attachments: Yes [X] No []
Public Notification: (E-mail) Meetings and Agendas - MLK Celebration and Juneteenth Advisory Committee (5/15/2026); (E-mail) Parks, Recreation & Community Service Department Updates (5/15/2026)
Department Approval: Adam Ferguson, PRCS Deputy Director (5/15/2026)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee receive and file updates on the recommended entertainers for the Juneteenth 2026 Celebration from the Juneteenth PR, Marketing and Entertainment Ad Hoc Subcommittee.
BACKGROUND
The Juneteenth PR, Marketing and Entertainment Ad Hoc Subcommittee for Martin Luther King Jr. and Juneteenth Celebrations was established on August 23, 2025. The subcommittee's primary role is to support the special event staff by identifying PR, Marketing and Entertainment opportunities for the Juneteenth Celebration event. This report serves as an update from the subcommittee members on their progress and recommendations for entertainers.
MCJC Advisory Committee Ad Hoc Subcommittees An “ad hoc” subcommittee serves only a limited or single purpose. It is not perpetual, and it is dissolved when its specific task is completed. An Ad Hoc Subcommittee may be formed or dissolved at any Advisory committee meeting, as long as the discussion has been placed on the agenda in advance. Once an Ad Hoc Subcommittee has been created, updates are typically given by Members. By consensus of the Advisory committee, a separate Agenda Item is sometimes prepared and presented on a specific Ad Hoc Subcommittee’s topic or event.
DISCUSSION
On April 15, 2026, The Juneteenth Ad Hoc Subcommittee brought forth a preliminary list of recommended entertainment elements and program components for the 2026 Juneteenth Celebration. The list reflects a diverse range of talent and experiences intended to honor the cultural significance of Juneteenth while engaging a broad cross-section of the community.
The Ad Hoc Subcommittee has reviewed the proposed programming and budget limitation and selected a streamlined lineup of entertainment for the Juneteenth Celebration. The recommended performers are as follows:
• Master of Ceremonies Tanika Ray
• DJ Caleb Crump
• LA Swing Posse (dance troupe)
• Musical Performers: Adaawe and Nelo.
FISCAL IMPACT
The Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 includes $20,000 in funding for Juneteenth 2026 Celebration in General Fund Account 10116100.517560 (Non-Departmental Special event Grant & Excursions/Departmental Supplies).
ATTACHMENTS
None.
MOTIONS
That the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee:
Receive and File the Entertainers for the Juneteenth 2026 Celebration.