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Zachary Torres, speaking for the education committee, said the program’s state winner, Nyla Dinkins, performed recently at Lisner Auditorium and won three contests in succession. \"Our state winner, Nyla Dinkins, actually, 2 weeks ago or so performed at the, Lisner Auditorium and actually won 3 of of all 3 competitions literally done without brilliant,\" Torres said. He and other commissioners said the program brings students and teachers together, and commissioners asked colleagues to attend upcoming Saturday morning shows to support participants.

Why this matters: Poetry Out Loud and similar education programs connect students with schools and teachers and are a public example of CAH’s K‑12 outreach.

No formal action was taken; staff requested commissioners help publicize student showcases and attend performances.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","CAH Full Commission Regular Meeting (May 19, 2025)","oneSentenceSummary","The CAH education committee reported that Nyla Dinkins, the program’s DC winner, performed at Lisner Auditorium and won across levels; commissioners encouraged attendance at upcoming student showcases.","taxTitle","Commission on the Arts and Humanities, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, District of Columbia","taxId",70098,"location","","headline","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6223125,"Commission sunsets IDEA committee after completing equity task force recommendations",269,2763000,3032000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3577039-d4d8b06e9107c4b60fc383d800ce223c&start=2763&end=3032","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3577039-d4d8b06e9107c4b60fc383d800ce223c/thumbnail_2763000.jpg","/articles/6223125/Commission-sunsets-IDEA-committee-after-completing-equity-task-force-recommendations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6223125-0dbe3a8e998412ece0c5489c01159b7f/orig.mp4?Expires=1770917283&Signature=gKxJiXWHyXokLpZUXuyR1eAh1VQS-HclbrFxBZM-YAxc4IZaxi5OfUUDWtj5S6YhJN6Wgh-CCA2NQaspp6fLtosq8QOHL~EFVRsjZMMf9MVZYtVYbs05LAjVZ03EqP-NohDRwiflAAQdiVfppj-1v4kh8FzspyRLUaf3umansiEpJcEQ8pQav7jZS4uT9sgkxt6viUYePjMapPTdmLf1ewY6~Vh2dLfLR~hO98MeSyqXL~22pkoxM-QRN3WJT95gbdk304oQeyABRIco9hCNdl9nlPj5Qa5F~YZjJwibdEYG0c2wbifLO0rXD7uN0VQ7D-sxgby3gSDkfIDM4DeWFw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Commission on the Arts and Humanities voted on May 19 to sunset its IDEA committee after the panel reported it had completed recommendations originating from the agency’s 2021 equity task force.

Cecily Amma, chair of the IDEA committee, moved “I move that we sunset the idea committee at this time.” The motion received a voice second; the chair called the question and members responded in the affirmative. Commissioners recorded the motion as passed by voice vote; names were not recorded on the roll call for that voice vote.

Staff told the commission that the IDEA committee was formed in 2021 to implement 44 recommendations from an equity task force led by the commission chair. Committee members and staff described completed work that includes expanded language access on CAH materials, a new demographic infographic survey, more flexible panel scheduling and the payment of panelists. Committee chairs said an update summarizing the 44 recommendations and status changes appeared in the meeting packet.

Why this matters: the action ends a standing committee that CAH said completed a multiyear equity implementation plan; staff said those functions will be folded into ongoing work and other committees.

Action: the commission approved the motion to sunset the IDEA committee by voice vote; the record shows the motion passed, with no roll‑call tally provided at the meeting.

Source: remarks and motion by Cecily Amma and related packet material, Commission on the Arts and Humanities meeting, May 19, 2025.","At the May 19 meeting the Commission on the Arts and Humanities voted to sunset the IDEA committee after reporting completion of recommendations from the 2021 equity task force.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6223130,"CAH highlights 'Behind the Uniform,' 'Song of Suns' and relaunches Art Bank and ARC Bank outreach",256,2255000,2511000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3577039-d4d8b06e9107c4b60fc383d800ce223c&start=2255&end=2511","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3577039-d4d8b06e9107c4b60fc383d800ce223c/thumbnail_2255000.jpg","/articles/6223130/CAH-highlights-Behind-the-Uniform-Song-of-Suns-and-relaunches-Art-Bank-and-ARC-Bank-outreach","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6223130-a0d8e7bb205af70dfbb79b608a05c423/orig.mp4?Expires=1770917283&Signature=kdweTuaAvywX43czCzudU~JgKbNyTRPq6C-xT6mJ--Xn-jd0y8uTUKLMxf2qMx3TWT8ddy9j0hIcNLyECYIDBiJkegV0vS7bF1~UfKR0oEu158Yp6HJugn3VjaA8LSI78Qg2IA68GYbEziBmU7PVtx25c3XLe~n0Jg8XAVjt0wpt~dCKmH2crpkuIfmDssqcnWLX8sxwAaZE36E3ADYYP2vIkqhcahBEikWJ2Bw5UULAK9y0zT4PHMzlPtmhzvYd5yjHr2m2qWGaGVUwHjyLdAVDyyb4Hto1FNhfBbGS5d5HBokU~oIG9U4zoHBSH91RPAzL8bygvk3IX~sxIMWQ~A__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Public art staff updated the commission on multiple exhibitions and public programs at the May 19 meeting, including a veterans‑focused exhibition, a new projection and photography project, school mural work, and renewed grant outreach.

Corinne Miller, public art manager, said the current exhibition behind the uniform — featuring work by 24 veteran artists — opened April 10 and will close with a reception Wednesday, May 21 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with accessibility hours from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. She described a recent community workshop held in the same space.

Miller also reported that the Nicholson project, Song of Suns, opened Wednesday, May 14. The project includes a nightly video projection scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. and a series of bus shelter photographs; staff said it will be on view for more than four months and includes community‑facing documentary elements and a dance crew performance during the reception.

Staff said the FY26 ARC Bank cycle launched April 15 and that applications for that program were due the evening of the meeting (closing at 9 p.m.). The Art Bank loan program currently has about 25 open placement requests from agencies and offices; staff noted recent loans to the mayor’s office of Latino affairs and other offices and a collaboration to install works at an ambassador’s residence with the European Union delegation.

On the school safety mural program, Color the Curve, staff said classroom engagement with assigned artists is underway and that mural painting at sites is expected to take place over the summer. Public arts staff also asked for assistance spreading word about the new curatorial exhibition grant line and other opportunities.

Why this matters: these programs represent CAH’s public‑facing work placing art in civic spaces, school sites and public exhibitions across the District.

Source: remarks by Carla Sims and Corinne Miller at the Commission on the Arts and Humanities meeting on May 19, 2025.","Public art staff reported on a veteran artists exhibition closing May 21, a new public projection project that opened May 14, ARC Bank and Art Bank grant activity, school mural work this summer, and Art Bank loan activity.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6223136,"CAH says mayoral order paused spending but payments continued; available FY25 funds remain",89,1493000,1582000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3577039-d4d8b06e9107c4b60fc383d800ce223c&start=1493&end=1582","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3577039-d4d8b06e9107c4b60fc383d800ce223c/thumbnail_1493000.jpg","/articles/6223136/CAH-says-mayoral-order-paused-spending-but-payments-continued-available-FY25-funds-remain","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6223136-dd010ddd8a864aa8484b72f99682bc60/orig.mp4?Expires=1770917283&Signature=JuYx7H5xwQPPl-4KA~~WEJ8Xa33w7VBzIlkmIrUiZNX6QiNMIn3WsbD7E5NRraeJEhxdtmxfOIv17tBlLUkGgpqcD15ua68iE4HicZvKbVZDGmA-CYlcOjjrzKIjGwl-GQx~jl8Px0vbO5g3sImSze2s5Z1LTZSPFDJ4nRlehY2TPUPuBRROogHQImstAaLd5uWOUaLTTx0sL-iTCmC39AquHcV-MrXb9EjJyLUEOODv-PW-Sl85b5THSA5tn2enFppKsRizTKmqJrSiMDhxKW3rBIapiY~tHzYTSmyWmHxR6J5prs7n0XdB9kjv5WZDof0~NRKtAWqD2-ehRjERbQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Commission staff told the May 19 meeting that a mayoral order issued in April paused new obligations at the Commission on the Arts and Humanities for roughly three weeks to a month but did not halt payments and salaries.

Brandon Saunders, resource allocation officer, said the mayoral action “pretty much put a pause or freeze and remained everything in status quo for about the I don't know, 3 weeks to a month as we awaited approval.” He added that staff continued processing payments and that the agency is now \"on the upswing\" as requisitions and purchase orders return to motion.

Saunders reported that the agency-wide available percentage read about 17.86% and that the grants section had roughly 14% remaining. He said the agency submitted mini spend plans for the remainder of FY25 and for FY26 while also beginning work on a FY27 budget. Director Aaron Myers said CAH has a tentative financial oversight hearing date of June 4 and is preparing for that hearing.

Why this matters: the pause affected the agency’s ability to obligate funds for a short period; staff said the freeze did not stop payroll or grant payments and that the agency remains on track to expend its budget for the year.

No vote or formal budget action occurred at the meeting; staff reported on current balances and ongoing planning.

Sources: remarks by Brandon Saunders and Aaron Myers at the Commission on the Arts and Humanities meeting on May 19, 2025.","Commission staff said a mayoral order in April paused new spending for several weeks, but payroll and payments continued and the agency remains on track to expend FY25 funds; staff reported 17.86% available overall and about 14% in the grants budget.",{"_33":112,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":113,"_41":114,"_43":115,"_45":116,"_47":117,"_49":118,"_51":119,"_53":120,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":121,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":122,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":72,"_74":72},6223141,"CAH reports 535 spring grant applications; introduces two‑year grants and new summer lines",817,1336000,2153000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3577039-d4d8b06e9107c4b60fc383d800ce223c&start=1336&end=2153","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3577039-d4d8b06e9107c4b60fc383d800ce223c/thumbnail_1336000.jpg","/articles/6223141/CAH-reports-535-spring-grant-applications-introduces-twoyear-grants-and-new-summer-lines","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6223141-b027cbd191b7352a10c126dc644ad56d/orig.mp4?Expires=1770917283&Signature=OCz0m-jX7P5citowtRsTtPR-gSc-uWtWKjsYq3i2ycfCp5TxPECZ4F1DmKhQUz7vQ-KStNB9T3g2-FVwXvwSBr19B3WK6LqBdIhF0ztd8M3X9gWnYM-ja~7E~dWt4Md1CIeRHxt6klhnLv3gqv-w0d3wLPWV5OdM7yR9V2XbDUcJZJHBEX6peBVLxdE5d8WecoOPKN8ifyDgcFsoHug-B0DXLbNStB4RmeC-F6sMtysFTATBzy1oGKgnFRvSd5lijnIy6khxX1IFWKoT9NdjBQDSqpNljw6hFsy-4HX4bW96SmG6Ef7HHikLxKl~JgaIOK88tkrKISW2e34jy8os6w__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","At its May 19 meeting the District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities reported 535 spring applications for fiscal year 2026 grant cycles and said it will begin panel reviews this month.

Terrell Johnson, grants staff, told commissioners that the spring cycle produced 535 total applications across multiple grant categories, and that this year’s competitions include the first-year offering of two‑year general operating support grants. “Total application proceed, so we have GOS generalist at 88 applications, GOS service at 11 applications, GOS capacity building at 25 application, GOS 2 year grant at a 23,” Johnson said. He added the spring total compares with 518 applications at a similar point last year.

The commission said panels will continue reviewing spring applications through Thursday, June 26, and award announcements are scheduled for October, alongside summer grant awards. CAH listed summer grant lines opening Wednesday, May 21 and closing Tuesday, June 24: the Arts and Humanities Education Project (ADEP), Arts and Humanities Fellowship Program (AHFP), Field Trip Experiences (FTE), and Capital Projects (CP). Johnson said full program descriptions and eligibility information are available on the commission’s website.

Staff also announced applicant support measures. Virtual office hours will begin Monday, June 9, running Mondays from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and the grants team said in-person assistance is also available. Director Aaron Myers reiterated that staff are available to help applicants complete submissions.

Why this matters: the commission’s grant cycles fund local artists, schools and public programs across DC. The first-year offering of two‑year general operating support grants represents a policy change the commission highlighted as a way to provide multi‑year stability for grantees.

Commissioners asked for clarification about application counts relative to prior years; staff said the comparison will be included in the agency’s trend reporting. No formal action was taken on grant awards at the meeting.

Sources: remarks by Terrell Johnson, grants staff, and Aaron Myers, executive director, at the Commission on the Arts and Humanities meeting on May 19, 2025.","At its May 19 meeting the District of Columbia Commission on the Arts and Humanities reported 535 spring applications across grant lines, the first-year rollout of two‑year operating grants, panel review timelines, and new summer grant openings and applicant support hours.","actionData","errors"]

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