Staff DirectionAug 18, 2025Item F.5completed

EXPANSION AND SUPPORT FOR THE 2026 WEST HOLLYWOOD ART WALK [C. BYERS, Y. QUARKER, A. LOVANO, J. DEL TORO]

Staff Direction • 2025-08-18 • Item F.5 • Tracking ID DIR-2025-F056A5

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The City Council will consider directing staff to collaborate with the West Hollywood Design District Business Improvement District (BID) to expand the footprint of the 2026 West Hollywood Art Walk to include activations Citywide, increase visibility and participation through City-supported promotion, and provide a free shuttle service during Art Walk events to connect participants with venues across the City.

Tracking ID: DIR-2025-F056A5

Due: 2025-11-16

Fiscal impact

Fiscal impact was not specified in the published agenda analysis.

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