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Receipt and Filing of the Report Regarding Feedback from the Community on the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on February 15, 2025.
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Meeting Date: March 19, 2025
Contact Person/Dept: Francisca Castillo/PRCS
Phone Number: (310) 253-6645
Fiscal Impact: Yes [] No [X] General Fund: Yes [] No []
Public Hearing: [] Action Item: [X] Attachments: []
Public Notification: (E-mail) Meetings and Agendas - Parks, Recreation & Community Service Commission (03/13/2025); (E-mail) Parks, Recreation & Community Service Department Updates (03/13/2025)
Department Approval: Ted Stevens, PRCS Director (03/13/2025)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee receive and file the report regarding the feedback from the community for the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on February 19, 2025.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee has scheduled this report to review feedback from community on the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration that took place on February 15, 2025. The report will be presented by Francisca Castillo, Recreation and Community Services Manager.
What Attendees Liked Most:
• Location/Venue: The venue was frequently highlighted as a key strength of the event, offering both ease of accessibility and a welcoming environment.
• Time of Day: The timing of the event was well-regarded, with the majority of attendees favoring mid-day sessions, particularly from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
• Entertainment: The entertainment provided was seen as engaging and diverse, catering to a broad audience.
• Speaker's Content: The speakers' content was impactful and highly appreciated by attendees.
• The Gallery: The art gallery was noted as an excellent addition, combining educational elements with visual appeal.
• The Emcee: The emcee's performance in managing the event was positively acknowledged.
• Vendors: The presence of vendors added value to the event, though some feedback suggested that the vendor fair could have taken place earlier in the program.
Ratings:
Survey results indicated that the event was predominantly rated highly:
• Overall Event Experience: Many participants rated their experience as either "Good" or "Excellent."
• Entertainment: Similar to the overall event, entertainment was rated as "Good" to "Excellent."
• Event Staff: The event staff received exceptional feedback, with most ratings being "Excellent."
Suggestions for Future Events:
• Time of Day: Most respondents favored a time frame of 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for future events, with some suggesting alternative time slots such as 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM or 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
• Entertainment: Respondents suggested including dance performances and performances for a broader age range, from youth to more mature audiences.
• Entertainment Ideas: While there were no specific new ideas suggested by all respondents, the general sentiment was that entertainment should remain diverse and engaging.
Day-of Feedback:
Community members and staff shared their observations on the event day:
• Positive Aspects: Many attendees commented that this was one of the best MLK celebrations they'd attended. The art gallery was particularly praised for being both educational and visually stimulating. The event’s flow, from speakers to entertainment, was well-organized, and attendees felt there was something for all generations.
• Areas for Improvement: There were some logistical issues, such as confusion stemming from another event at the teen center, which caused some attendees to get lost. Additionally, more raffle prizes and a better supply of programs were suggested. Some attendees felt the vendor fair, and snacks should have been available before the main event to allow for more relaxed browsing.
• Suggestions for Next Year: A few people suggested that there should be fewer activities for children during the main program, encouraging them to focus on watching the event. There was also some disappointment that the day of service certificate recipients did not attend.
FISCAL ANALYSIS
There is no fiscal impact associated with this discussion.
ATTACHMENTS
None.
MOTION
That the MLK Jr. Celebration and Juneteenth Celebration Advisory Committee:
Receive and file the report.