Vice Mayor encourages National City Arts Committee to enhance community projects

The National City Public Arts Committee convened on April 22, 2025, to discuss initiatives aimed at enhancing the community's artistic landscape. Vice Mayor March Bush, attending his first meeting of the committee, emphasized the need for proactive leadership and increased project involvement. He expressed his desire to collaborate with committee members and the interim director, Tracy, to explore successful art initiatives from other cities.

Tracy, who has extensive experience in community service and arts projects, highlighted her commitment to enriching the community through art. She shared her background, including her previous role as the community service director in Chula Vista, where she worked on various art projects. Tracy underscored the importance of community culture and the role of public art in fostering a vibrant environment.

The committee discussed ongoing projects, including a collaboration with the Vision Culture Foundation on a mural project on 24th Street, aimed at transforming a building identified as a community eyesore. Vice Mayor Bush encouraged the committee to focus on resourcefulness and creativity in funding these initiatives, suggesting that starting small could lead to larger successes.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to enhancing National City's cultural offerings through art, with both the Vice Mayor and Tracy expressing their support for the committee's efforts. The collaboration aims to not only beautify the city but also to strengthen community ties and engagement through artistic expression.