PRESENTER: Presenter
Mandi Scott, Economic and Community Development Manager
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SUBJECT: Title
Approval of a resolution adopting the City of New Braunfels Arts & Culture Master Plan.
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DEPARTMENT: Economic and Community Development
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COUNCIL DISTRICTS IMPACTED: Citywide
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
A presentation was provided to City Council on April 6, 2026 addressing the findings of the Arts & Culture Master Plan.
The Plan’s priority areas address:
- Programming & Cultural Experiences
- Places & Spaces
- Visibility & Tourism
- Operations & Capacity Building
In addition, the Arts & Culture Master Plan:
- Creates a long-term strategic vision for arts and culture in New Braunfels
- Provides support for artists, cultural organizations, and the development of creative spaces
- Drives economic growth through the creative sector
- Improves the community’s quality of life and sense of place
- Identifies collaboration and partnership opportunities amongst the public, non-profit, and private sectors
STRATEGIC PLAN REFERENCE:
☐Economic Mobility ☐Enhanced Connectivity ☒Community Identity
☐Organizational Excellence ☐Community Well-Being ☐N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no direct impact from the approval of the resolution; however, the Arts & Culture Master Plan will guide future endeavors to support, preserve, and advance art, culture, and heritage in New Braunfels - which may have future fiscal impacts.
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approval of the resolution adopting the Arts & Culture Master Plan