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Burbank Parks Board approves arts grants and appointments, hears World Cup and Scientology-related public comments
Summary
The Parks and Recreation Board on Jan. 20 approved $61,500 in community arts grants, appointed two volunteers to the Burbank Athletic Federation, set two 'dark' months for 2026, and heard public concerns about alleged Scientology-linked groups seeking involvement with city programs.
The Burbank Parks and Recreation Board met Jan. 20 in City Council Chambers, approved the department’s recommended arts funding, confirmed two volunteer appointments to the Burbank Athletic Federation and adopted routine consent items.
Erin Barrows, recreation services manager, recommended allocating the full $61,500 available in the Community Arts Grant Program to 18 awardees. The board moved to approve the allocation and passed the motion by roll call.
John McGinley,…
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