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TO:City of New Port Richey City Council
FROM:Andrea Figart, New Port Richey Public Library Director
DATE:1/7/2025
RE:Cultural Affairs Committee Request for Funding RE: Riverside Cultural Concert Series

REQUEST:
The request before City Council is to approve funding support in the amount of $750.00, for a spring Riverside Concert Series featuring culturally significant performers and performances.

DISCUSSION:

At their November 20, 2024, meeting, the Cultural Affairs Committee reviewed a cultural programming proposal for the Riverside Concert Series and unanimously voted to recommend this proposal be forwarded to City Council for its consideration. 

 

Originally presented by the Library, the Riverside Concert Series is an outdoor music series that takes place in Sims Park by Grassin Bridge, overlooking the Cotee River. Once a month, local musicians or original songwriters that showcase a variety of instruments and music genres originating from various cultures, perform free of charge for the enjoyment of the community.

 

The proposed lineup for the spring Riverside Concert Series lineup features a curated collection that showcases the diverse traditions, music, and artistry of different cultures:

  • The Shaelyn Band touches on the roots of Black history
  • Garbage Men is an Earth-conscious musical group that uses instruments made from repurposed items
  • Hungrytown is a folk duo with original folk ballads
  • Rene Schlegal is an original artist with unique local flavor

 

Funding support in the amount of $750 has also been matched by the Friends of the New Port Richey Public Library as well as the New Port Richey Public Library which will also provide promotional, staffing, and coordination assistance.

 

 



RECOMMENDATION:
The recommendation before City Council is to approve funding in the amount of $750.00, including in-kind services for the Spring Riverside Concert Series to be held at Sims Park from January-April. 

BUDGET/FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for this request is available in line item 44810 set aside for "Cultural Affairs Events" in City Council's FY 2025 Budget which spans October 1, 2024- September 30, 2025. 
ATTACHMENTS:
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Proposal for Riverside Concert Spring Series Backup Material