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DDA honors Marusca Gatto for leadership at Old School Square
Summary
The Downtown Development Authority recognized Marusca Gatto for six years of service and for leading the Cornell Art Museum and Old School Square's cultural programming; Gatto credited local partnerships and described her motivation to stay working in Delray Beach.
The Downtown Development Authority recognized Marusca Gatto, who the board introduced as the DDA's cultural arts director, for six years of service and for shaping exhibitions and public programs at Old School Square and the Cornell Art Museum.
Chair remarks highlighted Gatto's role steering the museum and downtown activations since 2020 and said her leadership has made the museum a "cornerstone of Old School Square." Gatto accepted the recognition and told the board she called Laura the day she was furloughed from her previous role and that joining the DDA was "the best gift I could have ever received." She thanked the board for the support and credited community partnerships for the museum's growth.
Board members gave applause and floral recognition. The item was ceremonial and required no action; the meeting moved on to the next agenda item.
