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Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 22, 2026
6:30pm
Present: J. Gilligan, R. Kent, P. Mang, J. Sercu, L. Spence, P. Valentine
Absent: P. Van De Ven
Staff: Megan Duby
Motion 6-22-1: made by L. Spence and seconded by R. Kent to approve the Meeting
Minutes of the meeting held May 18, 2026. Motion passed unanimously; minutes were
received and filed.
Treasurer’s Report: Commissioners reviewed the 2026 budget.
Motion 6-22-2 : Motion made to accept the budget as presented by P. Valentine and
seconded by R. Kent. Motion passed unanimously.
P. Mang-Gallery: P. Mang presented a 2026 schedule update and reminded everyone of
the June 27, 2026 reception to be held from 3:00-5:00pm. It was noted that the annual LAC
Jurored Art Exhibition will not take place this year, an artist will be added to the schedule
for October.
P. Valentine-City Hall: P. Valentine provided a list of artists in City Hall for 2026. Linda
Beddard is the June artist, and Linda Pelowski will be the July artist.
J. Sercu/L. Spence- MFTH: J. Sercu reported that the MFTH schedule has been chosen
and the schedule is attached. Concerns about having the concerts at city hall due to the
placement of the handicap ramp were raised. The ramp is temporary and should be
moved soon, per M. Duby. 1,000 postcards will be made for MFTH and Kids Concerts and
will include the genre of each band.
Fine Arts Show: No discussion, moved to 2027.
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L. Spence-Kids Programs: L. Spence reported that plans for the August 8 Kids from the
Heart Program are on track. M. Duby will work with Michigan Bounce House and order
signs for the lawn to advertise the event. P. Mang with follow-up with Valentino’s Pizza for
50-60 pizzas for the event.
R. Kent-Scholarships: R. Kent reported that no applications were received for the mini-
scholarships this year.
P. Van De Ven-FOLA Updates: Nothing to report at this time.
P. Mang-Grants: P. Mang reported that the LAC received a $2,500 grant from the Livonia
Community Foundation for the AIR Kids Art from the Heart programs. The unused portion
from last year’s grant ($1,500) will be added to this year’s grant for a total budget of $4,000.
NEW/ONGOING BUSINESS:
Kite Program: Steve and Vicki Johnson will have a station at the Kids Art from the
Heart program to fly kites and gauge interest in a Livonia Kite Festival for the future.
DIA Project Update: J. Sercu reported that the opening will take place on 7/14/2026
at 11:00am. The mural is available for all to see at the Ben Cellani Park on 7 Mile
Road.
Shakespeare in the Park Update: L. Spence and P. Mang reported that they would
be at 2 performances, 1 hour prior to the start time, with arts and crafts. These
include crowns with gems, color pages, and possibly wands and scepters.
2027 Art Gallery Application: P. Mang will work with M. Duby to get the application
live asap.
AIR Kids Art from the Heart programs: P. Mang will work with M. Duby to
determine dates and locations.
Senior Center Art Request: The commissioners discussed the mayor’s request for
the LAC to purchase 2 large pieces of art to be placed in the Senior Center.
Motion 6-22-3: Motion made for the Art Commission to provide funds, not to exceed
the original quote from the city as presented on April 20, 2026, to purchase the
entryway wooden sculpture by J. Sercu and seconded by R. Kent. Motion passed
unanimously.
Maker Fair: J. Gilligan suggested the LAC host a maker fair during the holiday
season. It was requested that he bring an outline for the program, including space
needed, costs and other pertinent information to the July meeting.
CITIZENS COMMENTS:
Three Livonia citizens attended the meeting and shared the following comments.
1. Thank you to the Arts Commission for all the programs you sponsor and support.
2. We would like to see more murals and sculptures in Livonia.
MOTION 6-22-4: A motion to adjourn was made by P. Mang and seconded by P. Valentine
at 7:25 pm. Motion passed unanimously.
Respectfully Submitted,
Patrice Mang
Secretary for Livonia Arts Commission
6/22/2026