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Livonia Arts Commission Meeting Agenda
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Monday Jun. 23 2025 6:30pm
I. Review/Approval of Minutes
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From the May. 19 2025 Meeting
II. Treasurer’s Report
Review budget
III. Reports: Past, Present, and Future Events
Gallery –Patrice
City Hall Exhibits – Pam
Music From the Heart – Jim
Fine Arts Show - Grace
Kids Programs - Lindsay
Scholarships – Richard, Paul, Patrice, Lindsay
FOLA Updates –
Grants – Patrice
Dance Convention – Paul – Update attached
IV. New/Ongoing Business
3 in one Series - Update
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Livonia x Embody Dance Conference – Monthly Project Update
Date: June 2025
Event Date: Sunday, November 16, 2025
Loca?on: Livonia Marrio?
Presented by: Livonia Arts Commission in collabora?on with Embody Dance Conference
Status: ON TRACK
?????? Project Purpose
To provide free, high-quality dance training to dancers aged 13+ in the Livonia area by partnering with
the na?onal nonprofit Embody Dance Conference, making professional instruc?on accessible to all
regardless of financial background.
?? Key Accomplishments to Date
Venue Reserved: Marrio? Livonia confirmed for November 16, 2025.
Funding Secured:
o $5,500 awarded by the Hardies Family Trust for program costs.
o Livonia Arts Commission commi?ed $2,000 toward space rental.
Partnership Finalized: Embody will handle marke?ng, registra?on (via Dancebug), insurance,
logis?cs, and event staffing.
Program Outline Set: 6 dance classes featuring na?onal-level faculty; inclusive, sensory-aware
setup; wristbands, name tags, and photo/video documenta?on.
Marke?ng Campaign Ini?ated: Social media FAQs and planning underway; Livonia studios
iden?fied for outreach.
???? Next Steps (July–August 2025)
1. Launch Social Media Marke?ng: Begin Instagram/Facebook promo?on
(#LivoniaArtsCommission #FriendsOfLivoniaArts).
2. Studio Outreach: Managed primarily by Embody, with support from the Livonia Arts
Commission.
3. Finalize Tech Setup: Confirm sound system and microphone needs.
4. Plan Day-Before Load-In: Coordinate hotel contract for early setup access.
????????? Open Ques?ons / Decisions
Promo?onal Messaging: Already provided to Embody by the Arts Commission.
Community Engagement Add-ons: Decision made not to include a panel or networking session
for this event.
???? Strategic Notes
Strategic Impact: Promotes Livonia as a regional arts hub; poten?al model for future public-
private partnerships.
Equity Focus: Strong emphasis on accessibility, inclusivity, and community building.
Momentum Opportunity: Leverage this event to launch or expand annual free dance educa?on
ini?a?ves.