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Commission agrees in principle to join Garland’s Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Festival; asks staff to confirm logistics and any fees
Summary
The commission discussed participation in Garland’s 4th annual Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Festival (May 16). Staff reported RSVP deadline April 16; commissioners agreed to participate in a table/attendance pending confirmation of any participation fees and expectations from the event organizer.
Staff told the commission the 4th annual Asian American/Pacific Islander Heritage Festival is scheduled for May 16 with lineup at 6:30 p.m. in Downtown Garland Square and an RSVP deadline of April 16. The commission debated how to participate (table, parade walk-through, stage appearance) and whether there is a cost; staff said vendor information on the event website lists a $100 vendor fee, but that the commission is typically considered a civic participant rather than a vendor.
Members also noted inconsistent naming in event materials (some emails omitted 'Islander' in the title) and asked staff to confirm the festival’s requirements: whether a table is mandatory, whether there is a participation fee, limits on handing out materials or candy during a parade, and any time or staffing expectations. Chair (speaker 2) directed staff (Darcy) to follow up with organizer Jennifer and to place confirmed details on the next meeting agenda. Commissioners tentatively agreed to participate and suggested a $100 maximum set aside for incidental costs if needed.
