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Art with Autism asks city for help finding new studio space after marketplace closure
Summary
A Coral Springs nonprofit told the commission during public comment that the flea market venue it used is closing and it needs about 600 square feet for storage and programming; the speaker asked the public for leads and provided a contact number.
During public comment, Joe Marrero urged the Coral Springs community to help Art with Autism find replacement space after the flea market marketplace it uses is being converted to industrial use.
Marrero, speaking for the nonprofit Art with Autism, said the group has to vacate its current space at the end of the month and is seeking about 600 square feet or more for storage and to continue supporting its artists. He provided a contact name and phone number for the group's manager: Angelica Bridal, (954) 643-0193.
Marrero said the organization has a contingency plan to store paintings at parents' homes but needs a permanent facility to continue operations. He said staff, chamber members and some city staff have helped search for space but a location has not yet been secured.
Why it matters: the closure of the flea market marketplace displaces a long-standing community arts program serving artists with autism and could interrupt services if a new facility is not found quickly.
Outcome: public comment only; commissioners did not take immediate formal action during the meeting but the speaker requested community assistance and provided contact details for follow-up.
